Top Honors For Ohio Border Magic® Franchise Owner

LAS VEGAS, NV (Monday, March 22, 2004) - Ed and Nancy Anthony of Arcanum, Ohio were awarded the 2003 Border Magic® Franchise Owner of the Year Award at the International Franchise Association (IFA) annual convention held in Las Vegas March 22, 2004. The IFA is recognized worldwide as the leading authority in all matters relating to franchising. This prestigious event attracts the movers and shakers of the business world. Among the distinguished guest speakers this year were former President George H. W. Bush and his wife Barbara.

Ed Anthony being presented with Franchisee of the Year Award at The International Franchise Association in Las Vegas, March 2004. Pictured left to right: Sponsor George Zografos, Chairman of the IFA Franchise Forum, Ed Anthony, Sponsor David Jordan, Vice President Of National Food Service sales for PepsiCo.

The Anthony’s and other franchise owners have the solution for those trying to conjure up creative ideas for landscaping their home. It’s called Border Magic®, a continuous, decorative concrete edging with endless possibilities for yard enhancement. Border Magic® edging is stylish, easy to maintain, and is becoming an increasingly popular method for landscaping around trees, flower beds, gardens and mailboxes. In addition, Border Magic® has recently expanded their product line and now offers garden paths, walkways and sidewalks which range from 14” to 36” wide.

Some of the many advantages of Border Magic® include:

• The unique installation process allows for curves, turns and charming contours.

• It will not rot or warp.

• Complete line of accessories and parts

• Complete line of mixers, sod cutters and extruders.

• Weeds can’t grow through cracks because Border Magic® is continuous.

• It doesn’t twist or separate.

• It will not pop out of the ground.

• Available in a wide variety of colors that can be custom blended to match a home’s exterior.

• A large assortment of patterns to choose from. Custom molds can be fabricated to a customer’s specifications.

• Yard work is reduced. The Clean Cut Series has an extended grass barrier, allowing the mower to extend over the barrier to cut closer, eliminating the need for additional trimming.

• The natural look of brick or stone, but with the strength of concrete.

• The Border Magic® Machine has the highest compaction capability on the market which provides consistent compaction of the concrete ensuring a long-lasting, durable product.

• Proprietary additives and sealers that guarantees resiliency.

• Border Magic® stands behind its products and is the only company that offers a ten year warranty.

• All Border Magic® franchise owners are licensed professionals that have completed a comprehensive training program ensuring a quality installation.

• Only Border Magic® offers the Edge Lite® option. A safe, low-voltage system which is installed directly into the edging itself. This accent light creates a warm atmosphere and provides the homeowner with an added sense of security.


Border Magic® is headquartered in Rantoul, Illinois and was selected by Platinum Television Group to appear on its innovative, educational television series, New Home Journal seen regularly on Home and Garden Television (HGTV). Ed and Nancy were chosen to receive the Franchise Owner of the Year from over 70 franchisees in the Border Magic® system. Their outstanding service and support were consistently rated Number One in customer satisfaction surveys and their dedication and contributions to the Border Magic® system made them exemplary candidates to receive the honor.

Ed and Nancy have been installing Border Magic® in Ohio (Darke, Preble, Miami and Mercer counties) for three years.

Congratulations, to Ed and Nancy Anthony!

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