With 33 years under its belt and over 360 owners providing commercial custom signage and graphics, Signworld is a clear leader in the industry. And while this brand has no royalties and no rules, it still provides robust training, ongoing support, and state-of-the-art equipment. By Nancy E. Williams
With a mission of delivering affordable broadband internet service throughout rural America by providing emerging 5G and existing 4G solutions to remote locations that are being underserved by their current providers, Bridge Internet is repairing the country’s digital divide. By Jessica Jones
When Crown Prince Ludwig married Princess Therese of Sachsen-Hildburghausen in October of 1810, the father of the groom spared no expense on what was later deemed the reception of the century. Serving top-of-the-line food and free-flowing beer to some 40,000 guests, the king is credited with hosting the most successful wedding in Bavarian history. By Jessica Jones
Patrice McKinney, founder and CEO of Encore Salon Suites, is no stranger to the beauty industry and uses her business know-how to grow her brand through franchising. Growing up with a twin sister and mother who both worked in a salon, McKinney vividly remembers the salon’s energy and stylists’ creative freedom. By Brianna Bohn
For Terry Bishop, who operates three Rachel’s Kitchen locations with the help of his children, the best part about family ownership is the financial security. By Jessica Jones
Lyndsey Wolfsmith, business consultant and owner-operator of a Naturals2Go vending business opportunity, answers questions about why the brand is leading the industry and what it takes to be a successful owner. By Nancy E. Williams
911 Restoration is known across the U.S. and Canada as the company providing a “Fresh Start” for property owners recovering from a disaster. But it’s not just property owners who can look forward to a new beginning with 911 Restoration. By Abigail Wurderman
The PuroClean Cares campaign, which rolled out in 2020, was developed to serve communities in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The initiative, which encouraged PuroClean franchisees to give back, had an overwhelming response. By Cindy Charette
Technology helps everyone stay connected and develop in ways that are evolving as quickly as there are minds and hands to create it. Computer-science education prepares children for a world where technology is omnipresent. By Elice Morgenson
As the only sports design and installation franchise in the U.S., My Backyard Sports prides itself in delivering dreams to kids and families. That’s what drives the day-to-day business. By Lizzy Yeserski