Couple Trades Firefighting and Legal Careers to OpenNew Metal Supermarkets Store in Statesville, North Carolina
Entrepreneurs Join Rapidly Expanding Metal Supplier Franchise
February 27, 2025 | Toronto, Ontario – Former firefighter Michael Cozad’s and lawyer Stacy Cozad’s career journeys have taken them in different directions for many years. They are now excited to once again intersect as the couple brings fast and convenient metal supply to Statesville, North Carolina, by signing a franchise agreement with Metal Supermarkets.
“Stacy and I possess very different skill sets that will complement one another well,” said Michael. “I have been more public-facing and ‘on the ground’ in my career, while Stacy has been a high level, strategic senior legal officer in large public corporations.”
Michael continued: “Stacy and I have dreamed for years about opening a business together that we can pour our talents into and call our own, and Metal Supermarkets is the perfect fit.”
The Cozads were seeking a franchise business that provides day-to-day variety with a level of support that would help first-time business owners achieve success. After conducting research, they determined that Metal Supermarkets is the right opportunity for them.
The franchise agreement for Statesville continues the expansion of the Metal Supermarkets network. With locations open across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, the company is executing a strategic expansion plan to add 8 new stores in the coming months. Metal Supermarkets provides a recession-resistant, innovative and durable opportunity for interested franchise investors.
“With their varied experiences, we’re confident that Michael and Stacy are fully prepared to bring the convenience stores for metal to the Statesville market,” said Stephen Schober, President and CEO of Metal Supermarkets. “Our goal is to build a strong network of business owners like the Cozads who demonstrate the drive and the business acumen needed to achieve success as part of the Metal Supermarkets franchise system. We are excited to have Michael and Stacy sign on for a new store as they work towards achieving their business and financial goals.”
Offering over 8,000 types, shapes and grades of metal, cut to each customer’s exact specifications, Metal Supermarkets offers convenience, speed and world-class customer experience, and will be the one-stop-shop for manufacturers, machinists, maintenance and repair, tool and die shops, hospitals, hotels, universities, schools, homeowners, artists, hobbyists and more in Statesville. Metal Supermarkets is actively awarding locations to qualified individuals like Michael and Stacy who have strong business acumen and customer service experience. The Metal Supermarkets franchise opportunity is best suited for the owner-operator franchisee who is looking to build an income and create a lasting, profitable business in their local market. The moderate investment range for a Metal Supermarkets location is between $430,500 to $592,500, and qualified owners must have a minimum of $150,000 in liquid capital to be considered. Qualified U.S. military veterans can take advantage of a $5,000 reduction off the initial franchise fee.
ABOUT METAL SUPERMARKETS
Celebrating 40 years of operation, Metal Supermarkets, the world’s largest supplier of small-quantity metals, has over 130 brick-and-mortar stores across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom with 8 franchise locations in development. Known for its speed and convenience, Metal Supermarkets sells a wide variety of metals including Aluminum, Hot-Rolled Steel, Cold-Rolled Steel, Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel, Galvanized Steel, Tool Steel, Brass, Bronze and Copper. With highly specialized staff, customers can get the metal they need in a size that is convenient for them. For more information about how Metal Supermarkets is helping customers today and tomorrow, visit the Metal Supermarkets website, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
For further information: John Swinimer, Senior PR & Communications Specialist | (905) 362-8226 ext. 9985.
