My Rita’s story is a bit unique. I started as a treat team member, scooping Rita’s Ice at the very first location 18 years ago. Rita’s daughter (yes, the Rita!) gave me my first job back in high school. By Cindy Charette
PayMore Stores has revolutionized the second-hand electronics industry with a concept that has an eco-friendly purpose. The brand, which has walk-in locations for customers to safely buy, sell and trade electronics, has repurposed close to 1.5 million devices since 2009, keeping the electronics from filling up landfills. By Brianna Bohn
On November 26, 30 new Network In Action (NIA) groups were launched simultaneously using a revolutionary virtual model. NIA is a business networking group for professionals that utilizes innovative technology and a professionally trained group leader to meet the needs of modern business owners. By Elice Morgenson
Knockout Sports Bar brings a lot more to the game than just a bar with wall-to-wall TVs. “The official name for our wings is the Game-Changing Wings. We changed the game in the wing business 20 years ago in New York City when I brought the recipe from South Korea, where they are known to have the best wings in the world by far,” said Angelo Park, founder and CEO. By Heidi Lubrani
Offering a wonderful opportunity for success through a proven system of operation and a built-in support network, franchise ownership can truly be considered a game changer. With a moderate capital investment, budding entrepreneurs can grow a business with plenty of recognition, often with a built-in customer base and demonstrated resources. By Jessica Petrucelli
It’s been a busy 2021 for Grand Welcome. New franchisees are signing up faster than you can book a last-minute getaway at one of the brand’s beautiful properties. By Lizzy Yeserski
Gretchen San Miguel, MD, chief medical officer (CMO) for Medi-Weightloss, is board-certified in family medicine and obesity medicine, and she is a geriatrician. While running her practice for 10 years, she also had the opportunity to work with the administration of Florida Hospital, now known as AdventHealth, in a leadership role where she helped failing physician offices thrive. By Cindy Charette
Home Helpers® Home Care is on track to have yet another record-smashing year, with no plans to halt growth anytime soon. “In September, the Home Helpers development team awarded a record-breaking eight new franchise offices, the most awarded in a one-month period,” confirmed Bobby Kelley, assistant vice president of franchise development. By Lizzy Yeserski
Chino-Mex, an emerging food concept that satisfies “los munchies” with delicious Chinese-Mexican cuisine, is excited to expand and become a staple of even more communities. The family-owned-and-operated fusion restaurant franchise aims to create an enjoyable dining experience that solves the question that is nagging families across the country: What should we eat? By Brianna Bohn
For over 30 years, Signworld has been a national organization with more than 360 independently owned sign companies, providing commercial custom signage and graphics. By Nancy E. Williams