Who was the owner of Craters & Freighters Global Logistics, Inc. before June 2007?
Craters_Freighters Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
In June 2007, Dianna S. Gibson, who was the owner of Craters & Freighters Global
Logistics, Inc., sold the company to Lisa A. Barenberg. Craters & Freighters Global Logistics, Inc. no longer solicits business from national accounts for franchisees, as that function is now performed by CFGL.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS, AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 8–10)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Craters & Freighters Franchise Disclosure Document, Dianna S. Gibson was the owner of Craters & Freighters Global Logistics, Inc. before June 2007. In June 2007, Dianna S. Gibson sold the company to Lisa A. Barenberg.
This information is relevant to prospective franchisees as it provides insight into the ownership history of an affiliate company that was involved in soliciting business for franchisees. Understanding the ownership changes and the roles of affiliated entities can help a franchisee assess the stability and strategic direction of the Craters & Freighters network.
The FDD specifies that Craters & Freighters Global Logistics, Inc. no longer solicits business from national accounts for franchisees, as that function is now performed by CFGL. This shift in responsibilities highlights a change in the operational structure and how national accounts are managed within the Craters & Freighters franchise system. Franchisees should understand how these national accounts are handled and how they might benefit from or be affected by this structure.