Monthly Archives: October 2019

24 10, 2019

StretchLab, Original and Largest Assisted Stretching Brand Inks 250th Franchise Agreement

2019-10-24T14:19:15-04:00October 24th, 2019|Tags: , , , , , , |

Demand for One-on-One Stretching Services Creates Devoted Following

IRVINE, Calif. — StretchLab, a one-on-one assisted stretching concept that launched as national franchise just last year has signed its 250th franchise agreement, catapulting the brand into dozens of new markets and proving mass appeal from teenagers to 90-year-olds and anyone in between.

StretchLab currently has 79 studios open and will continue to grow in markets such as Chicago, New York, New Jersey, Northern and Southern California, North Carolina and South Carolina through the recent franchise agreements.

“There are countless ways people are getting in their next greatest workout and pushing themselves to the limit. We are successful in helping people recover and restore so they can keep up their fitness routines,” said StretchLab President Lou DeFrancisco. “In each new market where we open, we’re finding a built-in customer base already waiting for us.”

Launched as a franchise opportunity in February 2018, the brand is averaging more than 11 new signed agreements per month. As boutique fitness booms across all forms of exercise, StretchLab supplements each with boutique wellness – tapping into the 62 million annual health club visitors with a scientific recovery method, as well as anyone seeking reduced muscle and joint pain, improved posture or decreased stress. StretchLab’s 25- or 50-mintue sessions leave clients with the confidence to perform better.

At StretchLab, clients work one-on-one with highly trained Flexologists™ in an open, modern and friendly environment to increase mobility and flexibility and achieve a deeper, more advanced stretch than one can get on their own, creating a widespread and devoted following across the country.

In the Tampa, Florida area, local husband-and-wife team George Spowart and Soosie Lazenby signed an agreement to open three studios, the first of which opened this month in Largo, Florida. Spowart, the former Chief Marketing Officer of PODS and Lazenby, the owner of a local event and design company, evaluated dozens of franchise concepts and ultimately decided on StretchLab because they say it’s complementary, not competitive, to other fitness and wellness activities.

“Both of us have always been passionate about fitness so it’s exciting to bring our business experience to something we really believe in — getting involved with StretchLab was a natural next step for us,” said Lazenby.

Backed by Xponential Fitness, the largest curator of boutique fitness brands in the world, CEO Anthony Geisler established it to bring the highest-quality boutique fitness brands together under one umbrella. Housing brands across every vertical of the industry and accelerating their growth domestically and internationally, Xponential’s portfolio of brands includes Club Pilates, CycleBar, StretchLab, Row House, AKT, YogaSix, Pure Barre and STRIDE.

The total initial investment to open a single-unit StretchLab franchise is between $153,100 to $223,500. For more information, visit https://stretchlab.com/franchise/.

About StretchLab:
Founded in 2015, StretchLab is the first boutique health and wellness franchise that offers one-on-one assisted stretching services in a fun, energetic and communal environment. It is designed to increase mobility and flexibility, helping to reduce pain, decrease muscle aches, improve posture, reduce recovery time and enhance quality of life. Guided by highly-trained Flexologists™ in a one-on-one or group atmosphere, StretchLab is revolutionizing the stretching industry through its approach to help clients of all ages, fitness levels, genders and sizes achieve deeper stretches that allow them to reach individual wellness goals. Headquartered in Irvine, CA, StretchLab is backed by Xponential Fitness, a curator of popular boutique fitness brands. To learn more about StretchLab, visit www.stretchlab.com.

About Xponential Fitness
Founded in 2017 by Anthony Geisler, Xponential Fitness is the curator of the best brands across every vertical in the boutique fitness space – including barre, Pilates, indoor cycling, stretch, rowing, dance and yoga. Xponential Fitness’ portfolio of brands includes Pure Barre, a total body workout that uses the ballet barre to perform small, isometric movements; Club Pilates, the nation’s largest and fastest growing Pilates franchise; CycleBar, the first and only premium indoor cycling franchise; StretchLab, a concept offering one-on-one assisted stretching services and group stretch services; Row House, a high-energy, low-impact indoor rowing workout; AKT, a dance-based cardio workout combining toning, interval & circuit training; YogaSix, a modern boutique yoga brand, and STRIDE, a treadmill-based interval training workout. Visit www.xponential.com to learn more.

24 10, 2019

Always Best Care Of Atlanta/Buckhead To Host Third Annual Free Pet Adoption Event For Seniors, Oct. 27, 2019

2019-10-24T14:08:54-04:00October 24th, 2019|Tags: , , , , , |

Leader in Senior Care Partners with Sunrise of Buckhead and Best Friends Animal Society

ATLANTA — Always Best Care of Atlanta, in partnership with Sunrise of Buckhead and Walking Home Together, will host a free pet adoption event for local seniors from 2 to 4 p.m. on Oct. 27, 2019, at the Sunrise at Buckhead located at 1000 Lenox Park Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30319. The senior care agency has hosted the annual event since 2016 and plans to cover all qualifying adoption fees for pets adopted by seniors 65 and older during this time.

Attendees and community members of metro Atlanta are encouraged to come out to adopt pets for low-cost/no-cost. Adoptable pets have been rescued by Walking Home Together, a local 501(c)3 state licensed animal rescue center.

“At Always Best Care, we strive to improve the quality of life for aging seniors in our community and we work hard to provide services and solutions to help families and their loved ones adapt to aging in place comfortably,” said Latasha Emeri, owner of Always Best Care – Atlanta. “We feel very strongly that adopting a dog or cat provides our clients with companionship and friendship that helps the process and we’ve been proud to partner with Walking Home Together to sponsor pet adoption fees for those who need it the most. We’re excited to carry on the tradition and look forward to creating connections between pets who need a loving home, and seniors who need a loving companion.”

By working with case managers, social workers, discharge planners, doctors, and families, Always Best Care franchise owners provide affordable, comprehensive solutions that can be specifically matched to meet a client’s particular physical or social needs. The hallmark services of Always Best Care include non-medical in-home care and assisted living finder and referral services, with skilled home health care now being phased in throughout the country.

For more information about the pet adoption event, or to learn more about services available through Always Best Care – Atlanta, please call (678) 487-3803 or visit www.abcatlantabuckhead.com.

About Always Best Care

Founded in 1996, Always Best Care Senior Services is based on the belief that having the right people for the right level of care means peace of mind for the client and family. Always Best Care assists seniors with a wide range of illnesses and personal needs, and currently provides more than 4 million hours of care every year. Franchise opportunities are available to individuals interested in leveraging the company’s clear strategy and proven track record for delivering affordable, dependable service to seniors in their local areas.

Always Best Care also offers an exclusive program called Always in Touch, a telephone reassurance program that provides a daily phone call to seniors and disabled adults who are living alone and have limited contact with the outside world. Always in Touch is the only absolutely free national telephone reassurance program of its kind anywhere in the USA and Canada. For more information on Always in Touch, or to request an application, visit www.Always-In-Touch.com.

23 10, 2019

Wayne and Linda van der Poll Are Bringing Big Blue Swim School to Wake County, NC

2019-10-23T11:13:40-04:00October 23rd, 2019|Tags: , , , , |

The husband-and-wife team signed a three-unit deal to develop the state-of-the-art swim instruction concept in the Raleigh market

RALEIGH, N.C. — Fast-growing swim instruction franchise Big Blue Swim School is coming to Wake County, North Carolina as part of a three-unit deal signed by husband-and-wife franchisees Wayne and Linda van der Poll. The pair originally hails from South Africa, but relocated to Apex, North Carolina nearly six years ago to bring new opportunities and a more diverse experience into their two children’s lives. The van der Poll’s children, ages 19 and 20, are currently attending college nearby at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and North Carolina State University.

Big Blue Swim School was founded in Chicago, IL by U.S. National Champion swimmer Chris DeJong after coming in just behind Michael Phelps for qualifying for the U.S. Olympic team in 2004 and 2008.

“We are so thrilled to have Wayne and Linda as franchise partners. Not only do they bring an impressive level of business acumen but also a shared passion for helping kids,” said DeJong.

The brand approaches swim instruction holistically, imparting life skills like confidence and self-esteem in students while benchmarking swimming progress. Big Blue Swim School is well-positioned as a dominant player in the $20 billion swim school industry, with national expansion currently ongoing. Big Blue Swim School’s key differentiators include their proprietary lesson-management platform Lesson Buddy™, a more effective curriculum that teaches independence, and a data-driven operational model.

Wayne is currently Chief Financial Officer of Landmark Management Partners with a background in accounting and enterprise development. He was looking to diversify his portfolio with a franchising opportunity in the services sector, with a diverse client base and recurring revenue. Then he discovered Big Blue Swim School. “When I started researching Big Blue Swim School, it met all of my qualifications and I felt that being involved with a school really resonated with my skill set,” said Wayne.”The Raleigh territory is ripe for opportunity with Big Blue Swim School.” Raleigh’s high concentration of young families makes it a perfect fit for Big Blue. Given that it’s one of the fastest-growing cities in North Carolina and one of the top cities for millennials, Wayne feels the market is primed for a convenient and technology-driven swim instruction brand to take hold.

In 2017, private equity group Level 5 Capital Partners acquired a majority stake in Big Blue Swim School and began to grow the brand through franchising. This partnership largely influenced Wayne’s choice to invest. “I wanted to buy into this process because I really believe in the way that Chris Kenny, Managing Partner of Level 5 Capital Partners, is leading this organization.”

Big Blue Swim School’s Chief Development Officer Scott Thompson shared that he is thrilled to see the van der Polls join the Big Blue system.

“They are passionate about unlocking children’s full potential and believe swimming is a fantastic vehicle to deliver on this,” said Thompson. “Their experience in operating schools in South Africa and the states—accompanied by Wayne’s background in accounting and enterprise development—makes this partnership invaluable for the brand.”

ABOUT BIG BLUE SWIM SCHOOL

Big Blue Swim School was founded in 2009 by competitive swimmer Chris DeJong. The first location opened in Wilmette, followed by Niles, Buffalo Grove and Hoffman Estates. In 2017, Level 5 Capital Partners acquired a majority stake in the brand, and is rolling out an aggressive strategy to grow through franchising to 150 locations by 2021. Big Blue Swim School’s real estate footprint, proprietary technology Lesson Buddy™, coupled with its practice of employing full-time child engagement specialists that teach based on a proprietary distance-based swimming methodology sets Big Blue up for long-term success.

22 10, 2019

AlphaGraphics Earns Global Honors from Entrepreneur Magazine

2019-10-22T09:50:04-04:00October 22nd, 2019|Tags: , , , , |

Industry leader in printing and marketing ranked as one of the top franchise brands in the world

DENVER — AlphaGraphics, a global leader in printing and marketing solutions, announced today the company received global honors from Entrepreneur Magazine and has been ranked No. 120 on the magazine’s annual list of top global franchises.

“The franchise industry is extremely competitive, but AlphaGraphics continues to grow because we put a focus on putting our owners first,” said Bill McPherson, vice president of franchise development at AlphaGraphics. “We’re regularly introducing innovative solutions and systems that will help not only AlphaGraphics find success but also the nearly 300 owners worldwide that have put their trust in our brand.”

Earlier this year, AlphaGraphics placed No. 124 on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500, which focuses on U.S. locations and uses a proprietary formula that weighs several factors, including costs, size, support, brand strength and financial stability. In order to rank on Entrepreneur’s global list, the magazine’s editors tweak the Franchise 500 formula to offer an added focus on international size and growth. Companies must have had a minimum of five units open internationally as of July 2018 in order to be considered.

“While the majority of our locations are in the United States, the AlphaGraphics brand has spread to several other countries, including the UK, Brazil and China,” McPherson said. “We offer guidance and support to franchise owners to help them build a successful, thriving local business in their community. None of these territories are company-owned, which means the brand may be global, but the successes can be attributed to the hard work and dedication of local entrepreneurs in cities and towns across the world.”

AlphaGraphics was founded in 1970 by Rodger Ford, and the company began offering franchise opportunities in 1979. AlphaGraphics services include printing, marketing, signs and other business solutions.

About AlphaGraphics

AlphaGraphics, Inc., with more than 285 locations in 5 countries, is one of the largest U.S.-based networks of locally-owned and operated Business Centers offering a complete range of print, visual communications, and marketing products and solutions including: full-service digital, offset, and large format printing; design services; mailing; one-to-one marketing solutions; promotional products; web to print solutions. For more information about AlphaGraphics services and/or franchise opportunities, visit www.alphagraphics.com or www.alphagraphicsfranchise.com.

21 10, 2019

Keys to staying organized

2019-10-21T16:02:32-04:00October 21st, 2019|

23012205_MWhen you’re running the show, things can get pretty hectic. It’s easy for important documents to get lost, emails and online files to disappear and all those little Post-it notes lying around to end up in the trash.

As your own boss and maker of your own destiny, staying organized is key. If you start losing things, you’ll end up being less productive and frustrated, making mistakes that you wouldn’t usually make.

With that in mind, here are a few suggestions to help you stay more organized.

1. Make a back-up of everything. Every important document that passes through your hands or gets printed out of your computer should be copied and put into a filing system. All important emails, word documents, presentation decks and other items on your computer should be copied and saved in multiple locations. Save your documents on your desktop and a flash drive, send them to your email so you can access them from any computer and consider using cloud storage such as Google Drive, which is quickly becoming the most efficient way to store work-related items.

2. Buy a filing cabinet. Filing cabinets aren’t pretty and can sometimes take up a lot of room, but the order and organization one can add might save you hours of precious time. Make file folders and take the extra few seconds to put things in their place.

3. Make your workspace off-limits. The quickest way to lose something is to let your kids, or somebody else who doesn’t know their way around your office, touch things on your desk. Whether you have to lock your door or make a “Do Not Enter” sign, do what you can to make sure your work space is never tampered with.

Organization is one of the keys to success. Do everything you can to become successful!

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18 10, 2019

N-Hance Wood Refinishing™ Grows at Lightspeed; Aims to Introduce 25 Territories Across Texas

2019-10-18T12:21:22-04:00October 18th, 2019|Tags: , , , , |

Leader in Hardwood Floor and Cabinet Refinishing Hosts Educational Dinners for Aspiring Franchise Partners Throughout Houston

HOUSTONN-Hance Wood Refinishing, the leading nationwide franchise specializing in hardwood floor and kitchen cabinet refinishing with Lightspeed® technology, has announced plans to add 25 new territories throughout Texas, secured through strategic franchise partnerships, within the next three years. The fast-growing franchise is inviting aspiring entrepreneurs to discovery dinners hosted throughout Houston to learn more about the franchise opportunity.

Kickstarting development efforts is local N-Hance owner, Tina Hills, who recently opened in the Woodlands and North Houston area earlier this year. Hills owns four territories and joins three other franchisees who opened in 2019 in Galveston, Kerrville, Temple, and Waco, who are seeing incredible success. To meet the rising demand in the state, N-Hance is actively seeking franchise partners to operate in the cities of Brownsville with one territory available, Corpus Christi with two, Houston with 12, and San Antonio with five available territories.

Texas ranks third for current economic climate and first for its growth prospects, due to strong employment and income growth forecasts over the next five years – making it a key market for N-Hance to continue development,” said D’Wayne Tanner, Senior Vice President of Franchise Sales. “This year, we have already opened nine new territories throughout the state and each are thriving in their markets. N-Hance is a franchise that is a fit for this type of economic atmosphere and we are looking to build on this momentum by partnering with passionate entrepreneurs who are looking to open a strong, scalable business in markets throughout Texas.”

Those interested in the N-Hance franchise opportunity can sign up for a free discovery dinner to learn more about how to open a N-Hance franchise. The dinners will be hosted at Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille in Sugarland on October 28 and 29. Attendees will learn how top performing franchisees average over $600,000* annually; what makes N-Hance a Top-Rated Franchise; and what marketing assistance is provided to help your business succeed. To sign up, please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-dinner-learn-about-n-hance-tickets-74444919759.

Mike Thomas, owner of two N-Hance territories in Galveston and South Houston, joined the franchise system in early 2019, “Opening new N-Hance territories was an incredibly quick process which allowed me to take on more customers and have a quicker turnaround time for revenue. As the third best state for business, Texas is a prime market for a franchise like N-Hance – the brand’s proven business model makes it ideal for business owners while the innovative services allow you to build a robust system of repeat customers.”

N-Hance sets the industry standard for hardwood refinishing. Helping lead the company’s growth is its one of a kind “Lightspeed® instant curing system for hardwood cabinets and floors which saves customers time and money over the traditional refinishing, refacing or replacing alternatives. N-Hance’s services can give new life to your cabinets, renewing their natural beauty or updating them with a more modern look.

For more information about N-Hance Wood Refinishing and the franchise opportunities throughout Texas, please visit https://nhancefranchise.com/ or call (435) 265-3091.

ABOUT N-HANCE WOOD REFINISHING™
Founded in 2001, N-Hance Wood Refinishing has become the largest wood refinishing franchise with over 500 franchises across the United States. N-Hance has been featured in Martha Stewart Living, Better Homes and Gardens and on HGTV, DIY Network and more. N-Hance is becoming a household name in the $450 Billion home improvement industry because of their innovation, eco-friendly proprietary processes, and dedication to franchisees. They are backed by the franchising powerhouse, Harris Research, Inc., the same company that grew Chem-Dry into the world’s largest carpet cleaning company.

17 10, 2019

FASTSIGNS International, Inc.’s CEO Speaks at 2nd Annual Franchise and Multi-Location Growth Summit

2019-10-17T16:26:48-04:00October 17th, 2019|Tags: , , , |

CARROLLTON, TexasCatherine Monson, CEO at FASTSIGNS International, Inc. and Vice-Chair of the International Franchise Association (IFA), recently spoke at the 2nd Annual Franchise and Multi-Location Growth Summit hosted by Google and Location3 on October 9 and 10 at Google’s Customer Experience Center in Redwood City, California.

Monson, representing FASTSIGNS and all franchisees and franchisors in the IFA, delivered a keynote presentation on “The State of Franchising & Digital Marketing.” She also highlighted the role of the IFA as a steward of the industry and discussed areas of opportunity where Google can help franchisees to become more successful on their platform while focusing on the individual owner operator.

With more than 25 different multi-location brands in attendance, the event highlighted innovative presentations that spanned a variety of topics, including a panel discussion and held three interactive round table sessions aimed at helping multi-location brands solve key marketing challenges on both national and local levels.

“It was an honor to have the opportunity to speak at the 2nd Annual Franchise and Multi-Location Growth Summit,” said Catherine Monson. “As FASTSIGNS is evolving with an ever-changing digital landscape, it was meaningful to share how these advances are shaping the franchise model and learn how we can better serve our franchisees.”

About FASTSIGNS®

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. is the leading sign and visual communications franchisor in North America, and is the worldwide franchisor of more than 700 independently owned and operated FASTSIGNS® centers in nine countries including the United States, Canada, Chile, England, Grand Cayman, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Australia (where centers operate as SIGNWAVE®). Locations are slated to open in two additional countries – Malta and Spain – in 2019.

FASTSIGNS locations provide comprehensive signage and visual graphic solutions to help companies of all sizes and across all industries attract more attention, communicate their message, promote their products, help visitors find their way and extend their branding across all of their customer touch points.

FASTSIGNS centers provide architectural and interior decor graphics, fleet vehicle graphics, digital signs and digital signage content, event graphics, displays, banners, posters, ADA signage, safety and identification signs and much more, as well as handle everything from design to project management to installation.

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. is a recipient of many awards, including being ranked the #1 franchise opportunity in its category in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 for the past three years, and Best-in-Category in the business services sector on Franchise Business Review’s list of the top 200 franchises for multiple years.

Learn more about sign and visual graphic solutions or find a location at fastsigns.com.

Follow the brand on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/fastsigns, Twitter @FASTSIGNS or Facebook at facebook.com/FASTSIGNS.

15 10, 2019

AlphaGraphics Receives Franchise Times Top 200+ Honors

2019-10-15T15:19:30-04:00October 15th, 2019|Tags: , , , , |

Global leader in printing and marketing earns spot among best in United States

DENVERAlphaGraphics, a global leader in printing and marketing solutions, has been named to the Franchise Times Top 200+ for 2019. For more than a decade, AlphaGraphics has been recognized on the prestigious list of the top franchises in the United States.

“In 2019, we’ve awarded more new franchise locations than the last five years combined,” said Bill McPherson, vice president of franchise development at AlphaGraphics. “From franchise owners to senior leadership, the AlphaGraphics team has been dedicated to building a successful brand, and that unity is what helps us achieve honors like this.”

The Franchise Times Top 200+ is an annual ranking system for franchise companies. Franchise Times chooses the top 500 brands based on sales and overall growth from the previous year. To qualify, a company must be a legal U.S. franchise, and franchisees must own at least 15% of the company’s total units.

“As a brand, we have more than 255 locations in the United States, as well as 30 internationally,” said McPherson. “Many of our owners own multiple territories, which is a testament to the AlphaGraphics brand and the operational support the owners receive. For 49 years, AlphaGraphics has been a trusted local brand. As the demand for our services has grown, we’ve expanded our offerings to include digital marketing and other solutions that keep the company relevant and a franchise favorite among entrepreneurs.”

Founded in 1970 by Rodger Ford, AlphaGraphics began franchising in 1979, and 100% of the company’s territories are franchisee-owned. AlphaGraphics services include printing, marketing, signs and much more. AlphaGraphics has established itself as a respected industry leader in printing services and is a top franchise company.

About AlphaGraphics

AlphaGraphics, Inc., with more than 285 locations in 5 countries, is one of the largest U.S.-based networks of locally-owned and operated Business Centers offering a complete range of print, visual communications, and marketing products and solutions including: full-service digital, offset, and large format printing; design services; mailing; one-to-one marketing solutions; promotional products; web to print solutions. For more information about AlphaGraphics services and/or franchise opportunities, visit www.alphagraphics.com or www.alphagraphicsfranchise.com.

14 10, 2019

Getting a haircut at Sport Clips Haircuts now through Veterans Day can Help A Hero

2019-10-14T17:25:41-04:00October 14th, 2019|Tags: , , , , |

Campaign supports military scholarships through the VFW

GEORGETOWN, Texas — Getting a haircut now through Veterans Day will support service member and veteran scholarships as a part of Sport Clips Haircuts annual “Help A Hero” campaign that kicks off in stores today. The Help A Hero Scholarship program is designed to reduce the burden of college, graduate and technical school tuition often needed to pursue post-military careers and is administered by the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. (VFW). The goal this year is to raise $1.5 million toward scholarships in the more than 1,800 Sport Clips Haircuts stores across the country.

In just six years, 1,450 military and student veterans have been awarded Sport Clips Help A Hero Scholarships with the nearly $6.5 million donated to date by Sport Clips Haircuts, its clients and product partners. These scholarships provide up to $5,000 of assistance per semester to help cover the cost of tuition and fees for service members and veterans in the rank of E-5 and below.

“I used my G.I. Bill benefits to obtain my B.A. and even the first three semesters of my M.A. before exhausting my benefits,” says Christopher Mynatt, a U.S. Navy veteran. “The VFW and Sport Clips are the reason I will never have to pay for school out of pocket.”

“These scholarships are making a difference in the lives of so many who have served our country in the military. Right now, there are 165 student veterans attending colleges and certification programs here in the U.S. with the aid of Help A Hero Scholarships,” says Gordon Logan, Sport Clips founder, CEO, Air Force veteran and VFW Life member. “Whether it’s graduate school or beauty school, it’s an honor for us to be able to thank those who serve by helping them toward the degrees and certifications to pursue civilian careers.”

“Our student veterans can face a lot of adversity while pursuing higher education,” said William “Doc” Schmitz, VFW national commander. “With the help of Sport Clips Haircuts and its generous patrons, we’re so pleased to have the opportunity to ensure the financial burden is alleviated during an already stressful time in these veterans’ lives.”

Many locations are also offering free haircuts to service members and veterans with valid military identification – check here for participating stores and store hours. Anyone can support the cause by making a donation when checking out at a Sport Clips location. On Veterans Day, November 11, the company donates an additional dollar for every haircare service to the scholarship program, which added more than $100,000 to the total last year and will be even higher in 2019.

About The Veterans of Foreign Wars
The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. is the nation’s largest and oldest major war veterans organization. Founded in 1899, the congressionally-chartered VFW is comprised entirely of eligible veterans and military service members from the active, Guard and Reserve forces. With more than 1.6 million VFW and Auxiliary members located in 6,200 Posts worldwide, the nonprofit veterans service organization is proud to proclaim “NO ONE DOES MORE FOR VETERANS” than the VFW, which is dedicated to veterans’ service, legislative advocacy, and military and community service programs. For more information or to join, visit our website at vfw.org.

About Sport Clips Haircuts

Sport Clips Haircuts is headquartered in Georgetown, Texas. It was established in 1993 and began franchising in 1995. The sports-themed haircutting franchise, which specializes in haircuts for men and boys, offers online check in for clients, and is ranked by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the “Fastest-Growing Franchises” and #17 in its “Franchise 500.” There are more than 1,800 Sport Clips stores open in the U.S. and Canada. Sport Clips is the “Official Haircutter” of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), offers veterans preferential pricing on haircuts and franchises, and was named a “2018 Best for Vets: Franchises” by Military Times. Sport Clips provides “Haircuts with Heart” through its annual Help A Hero fundraiser that has contributed $7.5 million to the VFW; national partnership with St. Baldrick’s Foundation, the largest private funder of childhood cancer research grants; and other national and local philanthropic outreach. Sport Clips is a proud sponsor of Joe Gibbs Racing’s NASCAR drivers Erik Jones and Denny Hamlin, Dale Coyne Racing with Vasser-Sullivan Indy Car driver Sebastien Bourdais, and partners with numerous NCAA and professional sports teams. To learn more about Sport Clips, visit sportclips.com.

14 10, 2019

Anne Huntington Named President of Huntington Learning Center

2019-10-14T17:13:43-04:00October 14th, 2019|Tags: , , , |

Huntington Will Lead Franchise Expansion, Digital Transformation, Organizational Change Management

ORADELL, N.J.Huntington Learning Center, the nation’s leading tutoring and test prep company, announced today the promotion of Anne Huntington to President. Anne, who most recently held the role of Vice President of Business Development, will be responsible for leading the company’s continued franchise expansion, overseeing its digital transformation efforts, developing strategic partnerships, directing organizational change, and serving as the company’s public-facing representative. She will also continue to serve on the company’s board of directors.

“As co-founder of Huntington Learning Center and as a mother, I am incredibly proud of everything that Anne has achieved and look forward to what is to come,” said Eileen Huntington, CEO.

“Anne has brought an inspiring energy and a fresh vision to our business. I know that Huntington’s future is bright with Anne as President,” said Dr. Raymond Huntington, co-founder and Chairman of the Board of Directors.

As the active second generation of Huntington family leadership, Anne has dedicated herself to the company’s mission to give every student the best education possible, and its vision of world-class student results and franchisee profitability. Anne joined Huntington in 2014 as a Director and was promoted to Head of Public-Private Partnerships in 2015. In that role, Anne developed and launched Huntington’s Compensatory Education Services program, a program designed to support special education students who have been denied their federal right to a free and appropriate education. To date, this program has hundreds of active participants and is available at select Huntington Learning Centers nationwide.

“I grew up in the Huntington Learning Center system, and I understand firsthand how important our work is,” said Anne Huntington. “I feel privileged to have the opportunity to preserve the legacy that my parents built, to innovate and strengthen our company’s foundation, and to continue our mission that positively impacts students, families and communities across the country.”

Since her elevation to Vice President of Business Development in 2017, Anne has focused on bringing disruption and innovation to the storied company, both internally and externally. In March 2019, Anne spearheaded a strategic plan to open up 40 new franchising opportunities and 30-plus refranchising opportunities within the New York Metro market, which represents the largest franchise and refranchising expansion in the company’s 42-year history. Once sold through, these locations will represent a nearly 25% expansion of the company’s 300+ locations across the country. Additionally, Anne is currently leading a digital transformation effort that will streamline Huntington’s operations and bring additional services to its students and franchisees.

In 2019, Anne was named to the NJBIZ 40 Under 40 List, which honors the movers and shakers making their mark in New Jersey business as well as a finalist for the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, recognized as one of the world’s premier business awards. She was also named to the 2018 New York Moves Power Women List, which honors women from around the country who are making a difference by advocating for women’s rights, social fairness and equal opportunity in their respective industries. Also in 2019 and under Anne’s leadership, Huntington Learning Center was recognized as a Top 500 Franchise and a Top Franchise for Veterans by Entrepreneur, as a Top 50 Franchise by Franchise Business Review’s Franchisee Satisfaction Awards, and as a recipient of America’s Best Customer Service from Newsweek.

Simultaneously, Anne has built on her strong record of philanthropic work in the fields of education and business, including serving as a member of the Chairman’s Council for Teaching Matters, as a board member and secretary of the Learning Disabilities Association of America and as a member of the Women’s Franchise Committee of the International Franchise Association, and being involved with CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) and COPAA (Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates).

In addition to her work with Huntington Learning Center, Anne also serves on the Art Advisory Board for the Coalition for the Homeless and as co-chair of the Young Collectors Council at the Guggenheim. She was also an associate producer on HBO’s The Price of Everything, which was recently nominated for a News & Documentary Emmy Award.

About Huntington Learning Center

Huntington Learning Center is the nation’s leading tutoring and test prep provider. Founded in 1977 by Ray and Eileen Huntington, Huntington’s mission is to give every student the best education possible. Its certified teachers provide individualized instruction in phonics, reading, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry and other sciences. It preps for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams. Huntington programs develop the skills, confidence, and motivation to help students succeed and meet the needs of Common Core State Standards. Huntington is accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and Western Association of Schools and Colleges. With 300 locations across the country, Huntington’s franchise revenue is 50% greater than that of its nearest competitor. Learn how Huntington can help at www.HuntingtonHelps.com and for franchising opportunities www.HuntingtonFranchise.com.