Clay Haley, owner and creator of L.A. Bikini, a sugaring hair-removal studio, entered the business world with the sole desire to offer clients the absolute best customer experience. In 2011, Haley was introduced to a concept that was unfamiliar to most in his Birmingham, Alabama, community: sugaring for hair removal. By Elice Morgenson
National Automotive Styling Centers™ franchise opens new store in Goodlettsville, Tennessee.
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, announces the opening of its second store in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. The new location is owned by Brian Weed.
“I am happy for the opportunity to become a member of the Tint World® team,” Weed said. “The people of the Goodlettsville area deserve an automotive styling center of the caliber of Tint World® and we are honored to be the one-stop location providing these services.”
Tint World® Goodlettsville, TN will offer the latest in ultra-premium window tint, automotive aftermarket accessories, automotive reconditioning, and a team of experienced installers and technicians.
“Brian’s experience in automotive styling will make this store a must-visit destination for any vehicle styling enthusiast in the Goodlettsville area,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World®. “Under his direction, we know we’ll see nothing but success from Brian. The people in the area can expect good things from this location!”
Tint World® Goodlettsville, TN is located at 500 S Main St, Goodlettsville, TN 37072. To book a service or find out more about what the store offers, call (615) 549-7211 or visit them online at: https://www.tintworld.com/locations/tn/goodlettsville-117/.
Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ offer sales and installation of auto accessories, mobile electronics, audio video equipment, security systems, custom wheels and tire packages, window tinting, vehicle wraps, paint protection films, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, maintenance and repair services, and more. Tint World® is also the leading provider of residential, commercial and marine computerized window tinting and security film services with locations throughout the U.S. and abroad, with franchise opportunities available worldwide.
About Tint World®
Founded in 1982, Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ is America’s largest and fastest-growing automotive accessories and window tinting international franchise, specializing in car and truck accessories, mobile electronics, audio-video equipment, security systems, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, custom wheel and tire packages, maintenance and repair services, and much more.
Tint World® services include residential, commercial, and marine window tinting films, solar films, decorative films, safety, and security films. Tint World® has locations in the United States, Canada, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, with master franchise opportunities available worldwide. To find out more, please visit www.TintWorld.com or www.TintWorldFranchise.com.
National Automotive Styling Centers™ franchise owners open their second location in the Palmetto state.
LEXINGTON, S.C. — Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, has expanded its reach by opening a second location in Lexington, South Carolina. Both stores are owned by father-and-son team Tom and Drew Nixon.
“We are excited to open our second location in South Carolina,” Tom Nixon said. “Our whole team is looking forward to providing the Lexington area with the same high-quality products and services that we provide at our Charleston location!”
Drew Nixon agrees.
“It gives us a great sense of pride to continue our growth in South Carolina,” Drew Nixon said. “We’re excited to bring the full array of customization and automotive styling services Tint World® offers to Lexington residents at this brand-new location!”
Tint World® Lexington, South Carolina will offer the latest in automotive aftermarket accessories, ultra-premium window tint, expert installation, and a staff of highly experienced installers and technicians.
“The Nixons opened their Charleston location in 2019 and we’ve enjoyed tremendous success in South Carolina. This new Lexington location will expand on that prosperity,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World®. “Drew and Tom are real go-getters. I know their initiative and drive will result in another home run for the Tint World® family. We are fortunate to have them as part of our team.”
The address of this new location is 520 N Lake Dr., Lexington, SC 29072 and they can be reached at (803) 828-0008. It will be open Monday – Saturday. For more information about the products and services Tint World® Lexington offers, request a quote, or to book an appointment, visit their website at https://www.tintworld.com/locations/sc/lexington-071/.
Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ offer sales and installation of auto accessories, mobile electronics, audio video equipment, security systems, custom wheels and tire packages, window tinting, vehicle wraps, paint protection films, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, maintenance and repair services, and more. Tint World® is also the leading provider of residential, commercial and marine computerized window tinting and security film services with locations throughout the U.S. and abroad, with franchise opportunities available worldwide.
About Tint World®
Founded in 1982, Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ is America’s largest and fastest-growing automotive accessories and window tinting international franchise, specializing in car and truck accessories, mobile electronics, audio-video equipment, security systems, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, custom wheel and tire packages, maintenance and repair services, and much more.
Tint World® services include residential, commercial, and marine window tinting films, solar films, decorative films, safety, and security films. Tint World® has locations in the United States, Canada, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, with master franchise opportunities available worldwide. To find out more, please visit www.TintWorld.com or http://www.tintworldfranchise.com/.
The national home care company recognizes Cathy Cahill for her selflessness in caring for clients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
MCHENRY, Ill. — FirstLight Home Care, an award-winning provider of non-medical home care, has named Cathy Cahill of McHenry, Ill. as its National Caregiver of the Year.
Cahill was recognized during a ceremony at FirstLight’s national conference in Salt Lake City, Utah last month. She was nominated for the award by Sande Sherman, the owner of FirstLight Home Care of McHenry County.
“Cathy is the embodiment of what people look for when they want to hire a caregiver,” Sherman said. “She is selfless, flexible and invested. When the husband of one of our clients was hospitalized due to COVID-19 complications, Cathy put her life on hold to stay with his wife, who has dementia and was also COVID positive. Cathy even slept in the same room with the wife to ensure her safety and comfort.”
“Cathy is also our go-to when we need someone to fill in. She really gets to know her clients’ special preferences and brings them their favorite ice cream, soup or candy bar,” Sherman said. “She is a treasured member of our FirstLight family and absolutely deserves this recognition because she is living our culture every day.”
Nominations for the award were received from FirstLight offices across the United States. Caregiver of the Year nominees were evaluated based on dependability, advocacy, empathy, quality of service and compassion toward clients.
FirstLight caregivers help seniors and other adults in need of assistance with personal care and household duties such as cooking, cleaning and running errands. The FirstLight franchise network includes nearly 200 independently owned and operated home care locations across the U.S. and Canada.
For more information on the McHenry County location, visit McHenry.FirstLightHomeCare.com.
About FirstLight Home Care
FirstLight Home Care is a leading provider of non-medical home care, helping individuals achieve the quality of life they deserve. The company has set a new standard in home care by creating an unmatched Culture of Care that drives industry-leading client and employee satisfaction. FirstLight is a lifeline not only for seniors, but for people recovering from illness, injury or surgery, adults with disabilities, veterans, busy families, and anyone 18 and older who needs personal or companion care services. FirstLight Home Care’s mission is to deliver exceptional, compassionate care provided by extraordinary people so that all those who are served may age with comfort, dignity and independence in the place they call home. FirstLight is also proud to champion the family caregivers who give countless hours of care to their loved ones every day by providing the resources and support needed to help them maintain balance in their own lives. Visit FirstLightHomeCare.com.
Sonia Berry of Easley, South Carolina commended for resilient positivity and determination to help all patients heal.
SUNRISE, Fla. — Interim HealthCare Inc., the nation’s leading franchise network of home care, senior care, home health, hospice and healthcare staffing services, names Sonia Berry, occupational therapist, as the 2021 Therapist of the Year. This honor is given to an individual who embodies Interim HealthCare’s core values of integrity, compassion and patient focus.
Sonia earned widespread appreciation from patients and leaders for her resilient positivity, determination to help all patients heal, and the support she’s given to the mission of the organization.
“Sonia can first and foremost be described as one committed to enriching lives. As a therapy leader, she shares information in a positive light,” said Katherine Craven, RN, clinical director for Interim HealthCare of the Upstate. “Whether it’s policies and procedures or new processes, she helps each member of the team understand the impact of our care and how they can work toward a positive outcome for patients and the organization.”
Since joining Interim HealthCare of the Upstate in 2018, Sonia has gained the respect of coworkers and patients through her kind nature and team player mentality. Sonia is always an advocate, willing to go above and beyond to see patients in all rural areas. She has exceptional clinical judgment and compassion in caring and is trusted among her peers and leadership to manage the most complex of clinical needs.
Having access to quality occupational therapy in the home is a critical part of the care continuum, as it places patients on the path to improved health and wellness and can prevent hospitalizations. Therapists also play an integral role on the care team and in helping people regain their mobility and independence.
Therapists like Sonia who are dedicated to the excellence of in-home care are changing the way Americans view healthcare. Recent data from Interim HealthCare and The Harris Poll revealed that 65% of Americans would have considered home healthcare as an alternative to a hospital stay in the past if they had known it was an option. This is one of many recent data points gathered, showcasing the shifting mindset of consumers regarding home healthcare.
“I’m so grateful for the opportunity to help patients overcome challenges in their daily lives,” said Sonia Berry. “In all aspects of healthcare, the outcome of the patient is always the main priority and helping patients find their way back to health and happiness is extremely rewarding. I’m honored to be recognized as Therapist of the Year and look forward to continuing to provide the best care to my community.”
In honor of the work that therapists like Sonia do in the home healthcare setting, Interim HealthCare celebrated National Home Care & Hospice Month by inviting the public to discover the unique benefits and full continuum of care available with home healthcare through its campaign, “The Difference is Home.”
For more information about working with Interim HealthCare, please visit https://www.interimhealthcare.com/careers/.
About Interim HealthCare Inc.
Founded in 1966 and First in Home Care®, Interim HealthCare Inc. is unique in combining the commitment of local ownership with the support of a national organization that develops innovative programs and quality standards. The only major franchise brand in its category to offer the full continuum of care, the company strives to improve the delivery of home healthcare and staffing services through 330 plus locations servicing the U.S. and Saudi Arabia. Ranked number one for the third year in a row by Entrepreneur magazine, franchisees employ nurses, therapists, aides, companions and other healthcare professionals who provide 25 million hours of home care service to 200,000 people each year, meeting a variety of home health, senior care, hospice, palliative care, pediatric care and healthcare staffing needs. For more information or to locate an Interim HealthCare office, visit www.interimhealthcare.com.
Local Entrepreneurs to Fill a Need for a Family-Dining Restaurant in the Area.
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — East Coast Wings + Grill (ECW+G), a full-service and family-dining restaurant renowned for its variety of buffalo wing sauces and heat indexes, announced Lisa and David Ware III will join the franchise system after signing a single-unit franchise agreement to open a restaurant in Northern Virginia.
Lisa Ware, who is a school counselor with an area school system, and David Ware III, who is an IT consultant, chose ECW+G because they felt there wasn’t a good restaurant option in their community to order wings and watch sports in a family-dining atmosphere – an issue they expect to fill with their new location. The husband-and-wife franchise partners had also always wanted to own their own restaurant, especially with David growing up in a family-run barbecue restaurant and catering business.
“I discovered East Coast Wings + Grill during one of my work trips in Charlotte, and was impressed with the extraordinary hospitality, experience and quality of the product – and I’m very critical when it comes to restaurants,” said David Ware III, noting he has high food quality and service expectations due to his restaurant background. “We look forward to bringing this family-dining concept to Northern Virginia to fill a need for this type of concept blending the many things our community loves: premium food, watching sports and bringing families together.”
The Northern Virginia location can create jobs for 25 to 30 individuals. Opening an ECW+G restaurant creates the opportunity for community-oriented sponsorships and local events. Known for its high-quality wings that come in over 55+ flavors and 7 heat indexes, ECW+G offers a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere to bring the family, enjoy a game, or pick up convenient carry out options.
“We are happy to have Lisa and David join our franchise system, and grow our presence in Northern Virginia, a key market for our growth in the state,” says Mark Lyso, Chief Development Officer of East Coast Wings + Grill. “With the brand’s structured discipline and the systems commitment to unit economics, coupled with their backgrounds and passion for the restaurant business, we look forward to growing our footprint in Northern Virginia in 2022.”
ABOUT EAST COAST WINGS + GRILL
East Coast Wings + Grill is a full-service, family-dining franchise that spotlights Buffalo wings. The thoughtfully-crafted menu also offers a variety of other options to satisfy every family member’s taste buds. With more than 60-nationwide locations currently operating or in various stages of development, the franchise recently secured a top spot on Restaurant Business Magazine’s “Future 50” list of fastest-growing, U.S. mid-sized restaurant chains for the second-consecutive year. Entrepreneur magazine also named East Coast Wings + Grill one of the nation’s top franchise investments, and Franchise Times magazine ranked the company No. 383 on its “Top 200+” list of top revenue-producing U.S. franchises. The concept has also been recognized by The Franchise Grade and Franchise Business Review for transparency during the franchise sales process, franchisee support and overall franchisee satisfaction. For more information about East Coast Wings + Grill or its franchise opportunities, visit www.eastcoastwings.com or www.eastcoastwingsfranchise.com.
Nancy Bell honored with prestigious award at ComForCare’s annual franchise conference.
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich. — ComForCare, a franchised provider of in-home caregiving services, announced their Caregiver of the Year at the company’s annual conference. Nancy Bell, a ComForCare caregiver in Oklahoma City, OK, was awarded the 2021 Caregiver of the Year for her outstanding service and exemplary care.
“Nancy is highly skilled, extremely knowledgeable, and a team player who has consistently displayed and promoted the highest ethical standards,” said Khalid Bokhari, franchise owner of ComForCare in Oklahoma City. “She is willing to go above and beyond by volunteering to cover visits and take on some of the most difficult cases such as patients with Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Several patients have remarked that her kind nature and thorough work ethic have led them to recommend ComForCare to friends and family.”
Through this award, Nancy was recognized for the skill, attitude, and compassion she brings to the position of caregiver. The care she provides, not only to her clients but also to her team, allows everyone around her to feel loved and like family.
“Nancy truly embodies our values and our company’s mission to help people live their best lives possible,” said J.J. Sorrenti, CEO of Best Life Brands, parent company to ComForCare/At Your Side. “The passion and genuine joy she displays when serving others is something everyone at ComForCare should strive to provide to our clients. I am proud to know that ComForCare has people like Nancy working hard to ensure our clients receive the best possible care.”
ComForCare of Oklahoma City provides home care to the area’s older residents and those who are disabled or recovering from injuries or surgery. Services include companionship, personal care, mobility assistance, medication reminders, and more. The Oklahoma City office is also DementiaWise®-certified, meeting the corporate office’s high standards for dementia education and caregiving excellence.
Nancy has been with ComForCare of Oklahoma City since 2019, and is part of one of the fastest-growing franchise business sectors in the country. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of people 65 and older is expected to increase to 77 million by 2034, and demand for businesses like ComForCare will continue to grow as people prefer to age in place.
For more information about ComForCare/At Your Side, visit https://www.comforcare.com.
About ComForCare Home Care:
As the premier franchised provider of in-home caregiving services, ComForCare helps people live their best lives possible. ComForCare’s compassionate caregivers and innovative programs support older adults in aging gracefully and continuing to do the things they love. Among its many awards, ComForCare most recently has been honored on the 2021 Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list, the 2021 Entrepreneur Top Global Franchise list, the 2021 Best Workplaces for Millennials, Best Workplaces for Women and Best Workplaces in Aging Services lists. Founded in 1996, ComForCare has more than 215 independently-owned and operated locations in the U.S. and Canada and operates as At Your Side Home Care in Houston. ComForCare was acquired by private equity firm The Riverside Company in 2017 and is now part of Best Life Brands, a parent company that oversees service brands in the aging adult care industry. For more information, visit http://www.comforcare.com/.
Cannabis Franchise Kicks Off Local Expansion in South Dakota; Now Developing in Nine States.
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Unity Rd., the cannabis dispensary franchise from Item 9 Labs Corp. (OTCQX: INLB), announced today the signing of an agreement that will bring the brand’s first shop to South Dakota. The retailer has partnered with local serial entrepreneur BJ Olson and his business partner to develop at least one Unity Rd. shop in the state. The Unity Rd. team is currently guiding them through the state’s dispensary license process.
Previously a multi-unit franchisee in the technology repair space, Olson’s entrepreneurial career spans multiple industries, including wireless technology, retail and clothing.
“Signing on with Unity Rd. was a no brainer,” explained Olson. “Though I have a deep entrepreneurial background and experience in retail, I know operating a dispensary adds a significant level of intricacies to navigate. Unity Rd. reduces hurdles and provides a proven playbook on how to be a successful, compliant and resourceful leader in our market.”
Olson and his partner are true believers in the power of cannabis, both directly experiencing the medicinal benefits of the plant first-hand. Olson added, “The education component is huge for my business partner and I. We want to bring an education-first approach to our shopping experience and Unity Rd. offers the continued training our team will need to provide true, high-level knowledge to our community.”
South Dakota recently began allowing physicians to certify medical cannabis patients and several municipalities have started approving dispensary licenses before they go to the state level for final consideration. Entrance into South Dakota marks nine states, from coast-to-coast, where Unity Rd. has agreements signed with local entrepreneurs to bring the brand to their home markets.
“Unity Rd. is the intersection of where local business ownership meets cannabis,” shared Mike Weinberger, Chief Franchise Officer at Unity Rd. “Adding partners such as BJ to our team who believe in the power of cannabis and are seasoned entrepreneurs, validates Unity Rd. as an industry trailblazer ripe for growth.”
Unity Rd. offers the safest route for cannabis entrepreneurs interested in staking their claim in an industry that’s bursting with potential. The dispensary franchise’s time-tested Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and veteran team, with a combined 120+ years of cannabis experience, guide franchise partners through every operational function of the business, whether it be securing a license or assisting with cash flow, product selection or changing regulations.
Industry newcomers have deemed Unity Rd. the go-to franchise opportunity for entering and navigating the complex cannabis industry. The marijuana dispensary franchise is actively seeking qualified partners who would benefit from the systems, processes and ongoing support the franchise offers. As it stands, Unity Rd. currently has multiple agreements signed with nearly 20 entrepreneurial groups who are in various stages of development nationwide.
To learn more about the Unity Rd. franchise opportunity, contact franchise@unityrd.com, call 720-923-5262 or visit unityrd.com.
ABOUT UNITY RD.:
Unity Rd. is bridging the two previously disconnected worlds of cannabis and franchising. The industry trailblazer is the first to bring the cannabis dispensary franchise model to the United States—with duality of prowess in both industries to back it up. Built up from a collective 200 years in the legal cannabis industry and franchising, the company helps eager operators enter the complex industry with ease. The marijuana franchise pioneer offers its partners the knowledge, resources, and ongoing support needed to compliantly and successfully operate a dispensary. Launched in 2018, Unity Rd. has signed multiple agreements with more than 15 entrepreneurial groups across the country. Recently, it was named one of the top cannabis retail leaders in the nation by MJBizDaily magazine and one of the “Best Cannabis Companies to Work For” in both the dispensary and cultivation categories in Cannabis Business Times’ elite 2020 list. The company is also the first cannabis business to earn a Franchise Times Dealmakers award. For more information, visit unityrd.com.
World-Class Support Systems & Multiple Revenue Streams Create Opportunity and YOY Growth for Franchisees.
ORADELL, N.J. — Huntington Learning Center, the nation’s leading K-12 tutoring and test preparation provider, reports on immense growth brand-wide as the demand for tutoring services skyrockets, with franchisees reporting their best years yet in terms of sales. Over the past 21 months, Huntington Learning Center has rolled out new programs, support systems, and tools equipping franchisees to meet demand and handle the learning loss crisis head on, while franchisees have taken community relationships and internal marketing strategies to the next level coming out of the pandemic. As a result, franchisee average unit volume is now 46% higher than that of the competition – fueling interest in the franchise opportunity.
As the pandemic began taking its toll on brick-and-mortar operations worldwide, Huntington Learning Center acted quickly to adjust its services for franchisees – launching HuntingtonHelps LIVE, a 100% online tutoring service, Huntington Study Hall, which allows centers to safely open for students to go and attend virtual school while being proctored by a Huntington tutor and Huntington Homework Help and Huntington Performance Coach, tools that enhanced learning based on assessments and communication with local schools to target key subject areas for each student, and provided sessions for students specifically targeting task maintenance and organization.
As a result of the new services and programs launched, in addition to individualized marketing efforts within the local communities they serve, Huntington Learning Center franchisees were able to maintain their tutoring businesses throughout the pandemic, with many now seeing sales and revenue numbers that are back to or exceeding what they were in 2019.
One franchisee, Troy Ingle, an Air Force veteran and past engineer, has owned his Huntington Learning Center in Fleming Island, Florida for the past five years, and he reports that 2021 has been the best year yet for his business. Creating the online tutoring option swiftly and efficiently during a critical time during the COVID pandemic in 2020 allowed for his business to be shut down for less than two months before he was able to regain students and families at his center. In addition to receiving the support from Huntington Learning Center to set his business up for success, Ingle is an active member of his community – serving on multiple school board advisory councils and assisting with providing job readiness interview opportunities to junior and senior-level high school kids.
“October 2021 proved to be the best month for business in my five-year span of owning my Huntington Learning Center business,” said Ingle. “With the new programs put into place by Huntington, combined with the curriculum and operational support I have access to, I’ve been able to experience my best year yet –but I’ve also been able to better serve my community as a strong community resource for students and families. Keeping an open line of communication with local schools, teachers and parents of the students at Huntington has allowed me to establish and maintain key relationships that allow me to reach more students’ lives in the community.”
The programs and tools created increased revenue lines for franchisees during the pandemic and beyond. Cheri Reid, Huntington Learning Center owner and operator in Skokie, Illinois, speaks on her center’s ability to maintain operations during the pandemic.
“When the pandemic hit, it became a necessity to adapt to fit the changing educational landscape,” says Reid. “Huntington launched HuntingtonHelps LIVE swiftly enough that we were still able to track students’ progression in school, and it wasn’t going down – HuntingtonHelps LIVE was effective from the start, and now it’s an expectation to provide a hybrid option for tutoring services, so we’re well-prepared.”
Huntington Learning Center is committed to empowering students to unlock their full potential. Whether it’s K-12 tutoring or test prep for college entrance exams or state standardized tests, Huntington Learning Center is able to tailor personalized plans that accelerates students’ abilities and improves their scores by focusing on individual student needs using an advanced performance tool, Navigator. Each student receives an Academic Evaluation that pinpoints academic strengths and weaknesses, and from there, tutors are able determine the best course of action. This alone makes Huntington Learning Center unique in an industry that tends to deliver a one-size-fits-all approach.
“We knew that both our franchisees and students were in need of support, and we sought to meet those needs in ways that would be mutually beneficial and efficient,” said Anne Huntington Sharma, President of Huntington Learning Center. “Our team has worked incredibly hard to adapt our tried-and-true teaching methods. This has resulted not only in more profitability for our franchise owners, but also meaning impact in the lives of our students. With a strong business model and world-class support systems fueling our systemwide performance, prospective franchisees are taking note. Our franchisees stepped up in their local communities during and post-pandemic, combining the new services and programs that our corporate team launched with their own unique strategies for growth and marketing.”
The success achieved by the brand has not gone unnoticed as the franchise industry has honored Huntington Learning Center with several recent award wins – ranking on Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2021 Franchise 500® for decades, no. 10 on Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2021 100 Top Low-Cost Franchises List, named Franchise Journal’s Top Brands of 2020 which honors brands that “stood by their franchisees, partners and team members to triumph through the pandemic,” and was named a Top Franchise for 2021 by Franchise Business Review. Huntington Learning Center continues to gain recognition and honors for the exceptional work it does toward fulfilling its mission to give every student the best education possible.
Already a $5 billion industry, Grand View Research reports that tutoring will grow to nearly $16 billion by 2027. To meet growing demand, Huntington Learning Center is actively seeking both single and multi-unit operators who are involved with their community and have a passion for purpose-driven business. Today, with nearly 300 centers open and several in development, the brand is on track for strategic franchise development across the country.
To learn more about Huntington Learning Center or its franchise opportunity, visit https://huntingtonhelps.com/ or https://huntingtonfranchise.com/.
About Huntington Learning Center
Huntington Learning Center is the nation’s leading tutoring and test prep provider offering customized programs in-person, online, and hybrid options. Our certified teachers provide individualized instruction in phonics, reading, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences. It preps for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams. Huntington programs develop the skills, confidence, and motivation to help students succeed and meet the needs of Common Core State Standards. Huntington is accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Founded in 1977, Huntington’s mission is to give every student the best education possible. Learn how Huntington can help at www.HuntingtonHelps.com and for franchising opportunities, visit www.HuntingtonFranchise.com.
The acquisition of Superior Fence and Rail provides diversification opportunities for franchisees and offers additional home improvement services for their clients.
RICHMOND, Va. — Outdoor Living Brands, the market-leading franchisor of premium residential and commercial outdoor living services, recently announced that it has acquired Superior Fence & Rail, the leading national brand in the fencing category.
Superior Fence & Rail will join Outdoor Living Brands’ robust portfolio of home services franchises joining the Archadeck Outdoor Living, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, and Conserva Irrigation franchise systems. This is the first acquisition by Outdoor Living Brands since the company was acquired by LYNX Franchising, a multi-brand franchise platform with a complementary collection of essential B2B services and residential services. LYNX is a portfolio company of MidOcean Partners, a leading private equity firm and active franchise industry investor.
Superior Fence & Rail is a leader in the outdoor living industry, specializing in fencing. Founded in 2001, Superior Fence & Rail has grown rapidly since franchising in 2017 with 36 locations across the country. Since 2019, systems sales have tripled and have more than doubled over just the last 12 months alone.
“We are proud of the business we’ve built and now look forward to aligning with Outdoor Living Brands, LYNX Franchising and MidOcean Partners to help continue to build the brand in the years ahead.” said Zach Peyton, co-founder of Superior Fence & Rail. “The brand is well positioned to continue this momentum, with strong franchisee unit economics, strong leadership, world class customer satisfaction, and a proven track record of growth and profitability.”
Outdoor Living Brands is excited to add Superior Fence & Rail’s service offerings in fencing, expanding upon their core service offerings of designing, building, lighting, irrigating and maintaining outdoor living environments for families to enjoy. Zach Peyton, co-founder of Superior Fence & Rail, will continue to lead the franchise system as Brand President.
“As we’ve spent more time with Zach over the past several months, it’s become clear that we have a shared philosophy that good franchising starts with strong unit level economics,” said Outdoor Living Brands’ President and COO, Scott Zide. ” Zach has a ‘franchisee first’ mindset and will be an ideal cultural fit with the Outdoor Living Brands team. His passion for the business and success of his franchisees is very evident, and we can’t wait to continue to emphasize this approach moving forward.”
Superior Fence & Rail installs more than two million feet of fencing annually. As the company continues to expand, they are seeking like-minded entrepreneurs, who wish to succeed in the home services industry, and want to provide the highest level of customer service. Today, Superior Fence & Rail remains the highest-rated fencing company in the United States. To learn more about franchising opportunities with Superior Fence & Rail, please visit www.fencefranchise.superiorfenceandrail.com/
About Superior Fence and Rail
Starting out as an Orlando fence company 20 years ago, Superior Fence & Rail has grown to 36 locations throughout Florida and the United States and is the largest multi-location fence company in the country. As the company’s presence expands across the country, its goal is to maintain the same level of trust that all of its clients have exhibited since day one. Its successful expansion and growth have been achieved without sacrificing the quality of products and services. Superior Fence & Rail has long-established fence product specifications that exceed even the most stringent building codes in the United States.
About LYNX Franchising
LYNX Franchising is headquartered in Alpharetta Georgia and was founded in 1991. LYNX is recognized as one the leading franchisors in the franchise industry, operating in both the commercial as well as residential services space. Currently it operates commercially in the rapidly growing commercial cleaning franchise brand of JAN-PRO, Intelligent Office, a professionally staffed, temporary and virtual office space franchise for mobile executives and small businesses, and FRSTeam, a leader in the restoration of fabrics, electronics and contents. In addition, LYNX also operates via it’s Outdoor Living Brands concept, in the residential services industry via the Archadeck Outdoor Living brand, a deck and patio design and installation company, the Outdoor Lighting Perspectives brand, an outdoor lighting company that specializes in customized design and installations for commercial and residential properties, and Conserva Irrigation brand, a commercial and residential irrigation repair and maintenance service provider.
About Outdoor Living Brands
Outdoor Living Brands is the market-leading franchisor of premium residential and commercial outdoor living services with four established national brands including, Archadeck, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, Conserva Irrigation and its newest brand, Superior Fence & Rail. The company’s core franchise service offerings focus on designing and building outdoor living environments, providing architectural landscape lighting and holiday lighting services, and offering water-efficient irrigation system design, installation, repair and maintenance services.
At Outdoor Living Brands, the company’s vision is to help its clients celebrate an outdoor living lifestyle by enriching their lives and their properties through our proven franchise brands. This vision is molded by its perspective of what a franchise should be—an opportunity for entrepreneurs and business-minded individuals to pursue the achievement of their personal career, lifestyle, and financial goals through the operation and scaling of a proven franchise business model.