Boulder Designs is always developing new ways to bring an elegant natural look and the latest technology to its customers and franchisees and has recently brought illumination and electronic messaging systems to their boulder signage. Boulder Designs franchisees are thrilled to offer clients the addition of built-in LED lights to the award-winning boulders. By Rochelle Miller
When Don McDuffee was only 5, he cracked open his broken Power Wheels truck and fixed it. Fascinated by cars, the mechanic-in-training saved all of his spare cash to purchase a beat-up Dodge Ram 50 when he was just 14. He worked on the hunk of metal with his father for two years, restoring it and turning it into a low-rider pickup just in time for his 16th birthday. By Jessica Jones
With four adopted children and five foster children, the Young family of Dade City, Florida, has more mouths to feed than most. Transporting a brood of nine around town for medical visits, school and extracurricular activities is also not a simple task. While opening their hearts and their home to nine children certainly has its rewards, it hasn’t been financially easy for this family. By Rochelle Miller
Through its educational program that focuses on science, technology, engineering, the arts and math (STEAM), Challenge Island has been motivating children to dream big. Now, the franchise is bringing kids even more inspiration by introducing them to young professionals who are making strides in these career fields. By Rochelle Miller
Steve White was happily retired for just about a year when he received a call from the owners of the PuroClean brand who were seeking new leadership to revitalize the company with an eye toward eventually selling the company. By Cindy Charette