Our Journey and Growth
Established originally as “ABC Behavior,” the founders of Hi-5 ABA first implemented our now-renowned system in 2015. With a strong foundation in Virginia, where we operated 10 businesses under the ABC Behavior name by the end of 2018, we've been dedicated to serving clients across Northern and Central Virginia. Since 2019, we've taken our successful business model nationwide, expanding Hi-5 ABA franchises across the country to reach and support more families with our specialized behavioral therapy services.
About Us
Hi-5 ABA’s founders began as “ABC Behavior” first developing Hi-5’s current system in 2015 and since then has operated businesses offering behavioral therapy services under the name “ABC Behavior.” As of December 31, 2018, ABC Behavior operated 10 businesses in Virginia, which currently serve clients in Northern and Central Virginia. Since 2019, Hi-5 ABA franchises have expanded that business model into most of the country.
Our Leadership
David Maddox
Director (Chairman), Chief Executive Officer, President
David Maddox is our co-founder and has served as our Chief Executive Officer, President, and Chairman of the Board of Directors, since Hi-5 ABA, Inc.’s, inception in 2018. Mr. Maddox has served as President and Director for our affiliate, ABC Behavior, since its founding in 2014, and for the corporation of which it is a division, Cornerstone Missions, Inc., which he founded in 2003. Mr. Maddox is also a founder and Director for our affiliate, Hi-5 Processing, Inc., since its inception in 2018.
Timothy Maddox
Director of Franchising
Mr. Tim Maddox has served as our Director of Franchising since our inception in December 2018. Mr. Maddox previously served as a sales manager and sales representative for Empire Today in various locations nationwide from December, 2017, to November, 2018, and from May, 2016, to May, 2017. Mr. Maddox also acted as a sales representative for Luna from May, 2017, until December, 2017. Prior to that time, Mr. Maddox was an Assistant Manager for Extra Space Storage from October, 2013, until May, 2016, in Chantilly, Virginia.
Thomas Fremont
Chief Operating Officer of Hi-5 ABA Processing
Tom graduated from Virginia Tech in 2008 with a BS in Building Construction and then dedicated eight years to serving as a Naval Flight Officer. His commitment to service continued as he played a pivotal role in the formation and initial launch of Hi-5 ABA. Following his military career, Tom became a Certified Franchise Consultant and Franchise Development Executive, further honing his expertise in business growth and development. In 2024, Tom returned to the Hi-5 ABA team, driven by a passion to support our mission of helping children with special needs. His extensive experience and dedication are instrumental in propelling our continued expansion and impact.
Ben MacGowen
Chief Operating Officer of Hi-5 ABA
As Hi-5 ABA’s COO, Ben oversees the development and build-out of the nation’s leading ABA franchise group in addition to system development, process improvement, product development, and affiliate integration. Ben graduated from the University of Massachusetts – Amherst with a bachelor’s degree in Hotel, Restaurant, & Travel Administration and possesses extensive experience in business development, project management, and finance. Prior to joining Hi-5 ABA, MacGowen planned, opened, and managed a number of businesses, leveraging a combination of creative and practical management skills to capture the business vision, establish strategic plans, and deliver sustainable results.
Originally from the Greater Boston Area, Ben now works and resides in Naples, Florida.
