The global personal care and wellness market is on the rise. The Global Wellness Institute values the wellness industry at $4.5 trillion worldwide, with personal care, beauty, and the spa economy accounting for $1.2 trillion. By Sue Bennett
FranServe Certified Franchise Consultants represent franchise options from ten thousand to ten million dollars all-in. Regardless of the total investment, most investors seek additional capital or financing to make their dreams come true. By Don Clayton
Ideally, people buy a franchise because they believe in the franchisor and the system, so it stands to reason that they would be eager to follow that system for the benefit of all. Unfortunately, it won’t come as shock to most franchisors to hear that it doesn’t always transpire exactly as planned. By Tom Spadea
The average adult makes 35,000 decisions a day. I think the average entrepreneur may make twice that number! OK, 70,000 decisions a day might be a bit of an exaggeration, but it certainly feels like it. That’s because every decision entrepreneurs make has a rippling effect that usually impacts personnel, operations, customers, and the entire business. By Alesia Visconti
The Glass Guru franchise recently welcomed its newest franchise owners into its network of 75-plus franchise locations in North America. The Glass Guru of Tyler, Texas, also marks the organization’s 11th location in that state.
Nominate your favorite women In franchising for our annual WOW: 50 Women of Wonder issue! By Rose Mango
It’s no secret that COVID-19 restrictions have taken a toll on businesses, with many industries affected by forced closures and even essential businesses impacted by social distancing rules. For members of the franchise community, however, the wide support available has made the journey a bit easier. By Rochelle Miller
The timing of Ari Tiktin’s BrightStar Care opening was not ideal. Two weeks after New Jersey’s governor approved sweeping restrictions in response to Covid-19, Tiktin acquired the franchise serving Passaic County and western Bergen County, New Jersey, just miles from Manhattan. By Jessica Jones
Tina Paine always wanted to open her own business, but life got in the way. Supporting a daughter in college and assisting in caring for an elderly mother who was living with the family required much of her time and resources. By Nancy E. Williams
