Since when has Andrew Ray been the Chief Executive Officer of Brightstar Care?
Brightstar_Care Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Andrew Ray has been our Chief Executive Officer since February 2024. He was our Chief Operating Officer from October 2022 until January 2024 and also has been Chief Operating Officer of BrightStar Senior Living Franchising, LLC and BrightStar Holdings, both of Gurnee, IL, since October 2022. Mr. Ray was President of NextCare Holding in Mesa, Arizona (DBA BrightStar Care of Mesa) from September 2019 until October 2022.
Source: Item 2 — BUSINESS EXPERIENCE (FDD pages 14–15)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Brightstar Care's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Andrew Ray has held the position of Chief Executive Officer since February 2024. Before becoming CEO, he served as the Chief Operating Officer from October 2022 to January 2024. He also held the position of Chief Operating Officer for BrightStar Senior Living Franchising, LLC and BrightStar Holdings starting in October 2022.
Prior to his roles within Brightstar Care franchising, Mr. Ray was the President of NextCare Holding in Mesa, Arizona, operating under the name BrightStar Care of Mesa, from September 2019 to October 2022. This demonstrates his experience within the Brightstar Care system as a franchisee before transitioning to corporate leadership roles.
This information is relevant for prospective franchisees as it provides insight into the leadership structure and experience within Brightstar Care. Knowing the background and tenure of key executives like the CEO can help franchisees assess the stability and strategic direction of the company.