27-year franchise veteran to lead relationship-first, process-backed growth
San Antonio, Texas (Jan. 6, 2026) — Fastest Labs®, a leading provider of drug, alcohol and DNA testing services, today announced that Matt Kunz has been promoted to president and chief executive officer.
A 27-year franchise leader across education, home services and business-to-business testing, Kunz will lead the brand’s continued growth with a focus on disciplined execution, healthy unit economics and a culture where franchise owners and teams win together.
“I’m honored to step into the role of president and CEO at Fastest Labs,” Kunz said. “Our mission doesn’t change: relationship-first, process-backed scale. We’ll stay disciplined to the plan, protect unit economics and enjoy the work together.”
A Proven Franchise Growth Leader
Kunz has led brands through major growth phases, including scaling operations from roughly 20 units to more than 100 locations. He previously served as president of Mr. Rooter Plumbing and Five Star Painting at Neighborly and led global operations at Sylvan Learning.
At Fastest Labs — now with more than 240 locations nationwide — Kunz has championed a simple, repeatable operating cadence for owners and field teams, along with a qualification-driven franchise development process designed to recruit and support great-fit franchise partners.
Founder Thanks and Leadership Transition
“Fastest Labs exists because of Dave Claflin’s vision and grit,” Kunz added. “Dave built the foundation we get to scale — anchored in service, speed and franchisee success. I’m grateful for his leadership and the trust he’s placed in this team.”
“Matt blends story and straight talk with systems that work on Monday morning,” said Dave Claflin, founder of Fastest Labs. “He believes growth is a relationship sport backed by process, and that’s exactly what keeps our brand strong as we scale.”
A Brand Built for Smart Growth
Fastest Labs equips employers and communities with quick, reliable testing while giving franchise owners a model designed for strong unit economics, culture and repeatable systems. Under Kunz’s leadership, the brand will continue to:
- Standardize a field-support cadence that coaches behavior, not just reports activity
- Strengthen a qualification-first development engine for great-fit owners
- Invest in training and playbooks owners can run immediately
Franchise Opportunities
Fastest Labs is expanding in select markets across the United States. Qualified candidates who value a relationship-first culture and operational discipline are encouraged to inquire.
Franchise inquiries: (210) 641-1006 | fastestlabsfranchise.com
Media contact: Matt Kunz, president and CEO | matt@fastestlabs.com
About Fastest Labs®
Fastest Labs® provides drug, alcohol and DNA testing for businesses and individuals through a growing franchise network across the United States. The brand is known for clean, friendly labs, fast and reliable results, and a simplified model designed for strong unit economics and scalable operations.
Fastest Labs® and Neighborly® are registered trademarks of their respective owners.
