Special Touch Cleaning, founded in 1998 in Richmond, Virginia, offers a proven business model along with today’s advanced technology. By Cindy Charette
Networking remains the most effective and substantial method of business development and marketing. For many of us, the success of our career depends on our ability to create an exceptional group of professional relationships. Network In Action (NIA) takes the concept of networking and creates a modern version that fits fast-paced lifestyles and strengthens the community it touches. By Elice Morgenson
The Boulder Designs franchise produces unbelievable boulders with custom engraving and illumination that is second to none. It is the industry leader in customized stone production, and it’s the customers’ rave reviews that prove it. By Lizzy Yeserski
Nick and Patty Thompson of Lubbock, Texas, recently celebrated their first anniversary in business with Fundraising University and they couldn’t be more enthusiastic about the future. By Lizzy Yeserski
Drew Martin had a successful career in employee-benefit insurance sales, but he grew increasingly disillusioned with constraints of the corporate world. Even as a manager, Martin had no control over many staffing decisions, including hiring and firing. When he was offered a different sales position that required relocation from his home in Dallas, Martin decided the time was right to make the leap into entrepreneurship. By Cindy Charette
When Ana Allison started her Aussie Pet Mobile franchise more than 10 years ago, one of her top priorities was to give back. With a soft spot in her heart for older dogs, she discovered the ideal charitable opportunity in Old Dog Haven. By Lizzy Yeserski
Established in 2016 by Mark Setterington and Paul Reas, both of whom had a dream to create a fast-casual concept that serves incredible Hawaiian-style poké in a cool, casual environment, Island Fin Poké has since grown to encompass 16 locations open in 7 states and 40 locations sold. By Jessica Jones
Doughnuttery takes the doughnut, a distinctly American breakfast snack-dessert-pastry beloved by millions, to a whole new level with decadent, exotic flavors reminiscent of just about every culture. By Rose Mango
Introducing Toastique: a gourmet toast and juice bar on a mission to make healthy eating accessible and exciting, simple to understand, and easy to enjoy! By Charlotte Wagner
For more than three decades, Buffalo, New York-based Bailey Seafood has wowed customers with its fresh, made-to-order seafood and tantalizing menu. With fresh fish sourced all the way from Canada to Argentina, Bailey’s menu includes options that customers aren’t likely to find anywhere else. By Elice Morgenson