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17 12, 2021

New Year, New Home: Neighborly Shares its Top Trends Homeowners Should Know for 2022

2021-12-17T10:27:26-05:00December 17th, 2021|Tags: , , , , , |

Perfect for the digital age and with people spending more time at home, Neighborly’s new mobile app is the answer to tackling all home service needs in the new year.

WACO, Texas — Neighborly®, the world’s largest franchisor of home service brands focused on repairing, maintaining and enhancing homes and businesses, released today a list of expert-recommended and trending home service projects for homeowners to prioritize in 2022, serving as a guide for the new year and now accessible on Neighborly’s new mobile app, available for both iOS and Android.

“The shift to so much more of the world working from home has created more demand for home repairs, maintenance and enhancements to improve the look, feel and performance level of the home,” said Mike Bidwell, President and CEO of Neighborly. “By identifying the top home maintenance trends for homeowners to focus on in the coming year with this list made available through our new mobile app, we’re not only making expert guidance readily available to and quickly accessible for our customers, but we are also simplifying the process for homeowners to then connect with trusted local providers whose work is backed by Neighborly’s Done Right Promise™.”

Neighborly’s list of 2022 home service trends is provided in the form of actionable items that any homeowner can look into, along with calling out those projects that are best handled by expert professionals across Neighborly’s 29 home service brands including Mr. Handyman, Mr. Appliance, Aire Serv and many more.

This 2022 guide includes but is not limited to projects such as:

  • Installing an ultraviolet light to your air filter system for improved air quality.
  • Investing in a tankless water heater to help save on energy and maintenance costs.
  • Adding a home fire suppression system to extinguish or contain fires in less than two minutes.
  • Protecting your home from flooding by installing a basement waterproofing system.

To access the full list of trending home maintenance projects for the new year, download the Neighborly app by visiting https://www.neighborly.com/.

In addition to housing this list and other useful resources created to help homeowners keep their homes in the best possible shape, the Neighborly app is currently offering its users the chance to enter the Neighborly Sweepstakes upon downloading. Users who begin regularly using the app and checking into the Sweepstakes daily will have a chance to win daily gift cards or discounted services and will also receive daily entries for a chance to win a grand prize of $10,000.

For more information about Neighborly’s service brands, visit www.neighborlybrands.com.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES (D.C.) 18 YEARS AND OLDER. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. Promotion ends 12/31/21. For Official Rules, alternate method of entry, prize descriptions and odds disclosure, visit http://neighborly.com/rules. Sponsor: Dwyer Franchising LLC d/b/a Neighborly, 1010 North University Parks Drive, Waco, TX 76707.

About Neighborly®

Neighborly® is the world’s largest home services franchisor of 29 brands and more than 4,800 franchises collectively serving 10 million+ customers in nine countries, focused on repairing, maintaining and enhancing homes and businesses. The company operates online platforms that connect consumers to service providers in their local communities that meet their rigorous standards as a franchisor across 18 service categories at Neighborly.com. More information about Neighborly, and its franchise concepts, is available at Neighborlybrands.com.

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17 12, 2021

Interim HealthCare Inc. Announces 2021 Paraprofessional of the Year

2021-12-17T10:16:18-05:00December 17th, 2021|Tags: , , , , |

Melissa Stevens-Taylor of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma recognized for her dedicated and thoughtful care of patients.

SUNRISE, Fla. — Interim HealthCare Inc., the nation’s leading franchise network of home care, senior care, home health, hospice and healthcare staffing services, names Melissa Stevens-Taylor, CHHA, as its 2021 Paraprofessional of the Year. Melissa has been a paraprofessional for over 20 years and quickly became an invaluable member of Interim HealthCare of Oklahoma City after joining in 2019.

This honor is given to an individual that provides exemplary patient care and continuously demonstrates the H.E.A.R.T. qualities of Interim HealthCare paraprofessionals, which stands for Honorable, Experience, Ability, Reliability and Training.

Melissa treats all of her patients with dignity and respect, and she goes above and beyond to bring joy to their lives. Whether it’s celebrating birthdays with cupcakes and flowers or stopping by with a candy bar to brighten their day, Melissa works diligently to ensure everyone she serves feels special.

“Melissa is a true asset to our team,” said Sharon Collins, COO of Interim HealthCare of Oklahoma City. “She is dependable and has the unique ability to recognize things that impact the care and service of a client. The dedication Melissa has for her career and her patients sets the example for the superior care that Interim HealthCare of Oklahoma City provides.”

Always looking for ways to increase her knowledge, Melissa has completed Interim HealthCare’s Care Professional Development Path for Aides program, also known as the Pin Program, and reached diamond level. The program allows employees to earn specializations through continuing education to expand their career path in caregiving, earning raises for each level accomplished. In addition, she won Interim HealthCare of Oklahoma City’s “Ruby Sneakers Award” for her year-long commitment to education and has become a leader in agency teaching meetings for the office’s paraprofessional staff.

“It’s an honor to be chosen as Interim HealthCare’s 2021 Paraprofessional of the Year,” said Melissa Stevens-Taylor. “Knowing that my efforts bring comfort and happiness to my patients means the world to me, and I’m grateful to Interim HealthCare for providing the educational resources so that I can continue to provide them with excellent care.”

Recent data from Interim HealthCare and The Harris Poll revealed that 79 percent of seniors ages 65-plus say that their quality of life would be significantly better if they could receive healthcare at home rather than in a hospital or nursing facility. This is one of many data points gathered that showcase the power of home healthcare to provide superior care to those who need it.

In recognition of the work that paraprofessionals like Melissa 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 #1 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.

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15 12, 2021

‘Tis the Season to Haul Before the Holidays with The Junkluggers

2021-12-15T08:55:05-05:00December 15th, 2021|Tags: , , |

While you take care of your seemingly endless to-do list for holiday prep, let The Junkluggers come to you for fast, easy, and professional junk removal services.

SEYMOUR, Conn. — Turn this holiday season into the hauliday season with The Junkluggers – the industry leaders in eco-friendly junk removal. With lighter travel restrictions and the ability to host in public settings this year, preparation for gatherings with friends, family and coworkers might look a little different than last year. Be proactive and don’t forget about cleaning up and getting rid of junk you no longer want before your hauliday festivities begin.

The Junkluggers want to offer some tips in efforts to reduce your hauliday clutter (and stress) this year:

  1. One room at a time – To begin, think about the rooms that you’ll actually be using and start there. For example, rooms like the dining room, living room, and/or the kitchen. Also be sure to give yourself the gift of time, including planning a decluttering session at least a few days in advance of when you’ll be celebrating. That way, it’s not as stressful.
  2. Clear plastic totes – One of the most important tools in any decluttering process is the clear (or translucent) plastic tote. It helps to have a place where you can put excess stuff that you can’t immediately decide what to do with and you’ll be able to see what’s inside at a glance, so it’s less likely you’ll forget what’s inside.
  3. Don’t forget about the hall closet – this closet will probably see a lot of use over the holiday season holding guest coats, so you’ll want to make sure it’s not filled to the brim.
  4. Need professional help? – Call The Junkluggers! They are here to help this year whether you have been naughty or nice.

CEO and Founder, Josh Cohen says, “Let us take some stress off of your plate this hauliday season. While we remove your junk, relax and spend a little more quality time with family and friends. Happy Haulidays!”

Today, The Junkluggers continues to create relationships with local charity partners and recycling centers across the United States and strives to become a part of every community it services. The Junkluggers and you can be a part of the solution to preserve the world, one lug at a time, by finding the best and most eco-friendly use for unwanted items with the goal to keep junk out of landfills. The brand prides itself on making decluttering as easy as possible and takes great satisfaction in removing your junk.

Service begins with a free, no-obligation estimate. After approval, the expert luggers carefully load items and organize the truck based on what can be donated or recycled. The Junkluggers does all of the heavy lifting and follows it’s Green Guarantees: on-time arrivals, donation receipts within 14 days, price assurance and 100 percent satisfaction.

For more information about The Junkluggers, please visit https://www.junkluggers.com/ or contact 1-800-LUG-JUNK (1-800-584-5865).

About The Junkluggers

Since 2004, The Junkluggers has been disrupting the junk removal industry with its eco-friendly practices, from being the first company of its kind to offer donation receipts to launching Remix Market as a way to keep items out of landfills. This team of big-hearted professionals focuses on green, community-oriented practices, striving to enhance lives, the community and the environment by donating, recycling, upcycling and supporting local charities. The Junkluggers now has 87 franchise locations across the U.S. with 75 operating, and 12 coming soon. They are on a mission to paint the world green as they grow!

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14 12, 2021

Holidays, New Year Are Opportunity To Assess Aging Parents Care Needs

2021-12-14T10:08:08-05:00December 14th, 2021|Tags: , , , , , , |

Assisted Living Locators Offers Free Care Consultations, Network of Providers To Help Families Keep Seniors Safe in 2022.

PHOENIX — The Holidays and New Year are a great opportunity for adult children to pause and look at the current lifestyle of their aging parents to see if they are able to continue living in their home. It’s time to make a resolution to update your senior’s 2022 care plan protecting them with personalized care and support.

Assisted Living Locators is offering to help with free home care consultations and senior referral/placement service. The company’s 140 franchise offices across the U.S. will assess needs and utilize their nationwide network of in-home care providers and resources to address the health emergencies and new realities family caregivers face during the ongoing pandemic.

As part of the free home care consultation, Assisted Living Locators senior care advisors will meet with each family to learn about their loved one’s needs, living conditions, and personal preferences in order to build a care plan.

According to Angela Olea RN, Assisted Living Locators CEO, caregivers should also set these goals in 2022:

1) Prepare and gather essential medical and financial documents for their aging loved one

2) Make a plan for paying for long term care

3) Connect with the right kind of support and resources.

“We offer a variety of care resources for family caregivers ranging from Alzheimer’s and dementia care to short term care and much more,” said Olea. “Our nationwide network of home care agencies and services provide a full range of home health care needs, including social interaction, transportation, senior nutrition, and home modifications. When home care is not adequate, we also help families find safe solutions, at no cost, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care.”

“The challenge families with aging parents face today is finding one source for reliable assistance with this life decision, ranging from navigating care options to the logistical details of the loved one’s move,” she explained. “Assisted Living Locators has a full roster of services to seniors around there need for in-home care or senior living arrangements. From relocation to respite care to alternative solutions for paying for long term care, our comprehensive resources can help you with an easier and less stressful transition.”

About Assisted Living Locators

If you would like a free home care consultation, speak to an Assisted Living Locators Senior Care Advisor at 877-266-7788 or visit www.assistedlivinglocators.com.

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14 12, 2021

MY SALON Suite Pursues Franchise Expansion in the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Region

2021-12-14T09:58:28-05:00December 14th, 2021|Tags: , , , |

Goal to develop fifteen new units across the market.

CARROLLTON, Texas — MY SALON Suite®, a salon suite franchise that focuses on providing stylists and beauticians a personal space to build their business and the beauty industry’s future, is looking to expand into the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario region by developing fifteen new locations.

“The Riverside-San Bernardino market presents a great expansion opportunity for MY SALON Suite,” said Ken McAllister, the co-founder and CEO of MY SALON Suite. “The new year marks a time where many people decide that they want to work for themselves and a MY SALON Suite franchise offers a solution to those looking to begin their own business. We offer franchisees a semi-passive owner experience, allowing them a way to own a franchise without the need to manage employees and oversee every operation of their retail location.”

MY SALON Suite is a salon suite franchise that focuses on providing stylists and beauticians a personal space to build their business. They decorate their suite, use their own branding, set their hours, prices, and manage their own client lists and business. In addition, the MY SALON Suite franchise owners serve as landlords who recruit and rent space to health and beauty professionals.

“MY SALON Suite is a good, stable organization that allows me to gain income while keeping my day job,” said Ed Mossuto, co-owner of a MY SALON Suite franchise in California. “The franchise has good, honest, hardworking people that can help walk franchisees through the process of opening a franchise. I knew nothing about beauty or construction when I joined the franchise, so if I did not have a partner like MY SALON Suite to tell me how it worked, I don’t know if I would be successful.”

In June 2021, Suite Management Franchising, LLC, the parent company of MY SALON Suite and Salon Plaza, was acquired by Propelled Brands. Propelled Brands is using its unparalleled resources, support, and training to accelerate growth and expand Suite Management Franchising’s footprint across the country.

The initial investment for a MY SALON Suite franchise is approximately $664,738 – $1,479,827, including a $50,000 franchise fee. Ideal candidates have a net worth of $1 million, of which $200K is liquid. Additionally, MY SALON Suite offers a special incentive for veterans and first responders, including paramedics, emergency medical technicians, police officers, sheriffs, and firefighters, which includes a 50% reduction on the franchise fee – a savings of $25,000.

For more information about the MY SALON Suite franchise, visit https://www.mysalonsuite.com, or contact Mark Jameson at mark.jameson@propelledbrands.com or 214-346-5679.

About Suite Management Franchising®
Suite Management Franchising, the parent company of MY SALON Suite® and Salon Plaza®, is a salon suite franchise created for entrepreneurial-spirited individuals interested in diversifying their portfolio while living a semi-absentee lifestyle. Founded to inspire and empower the modern-day salon owner, the company offers a unique opportunity for a diverse range of beauty and health professionals to run their businesses successfully. Salon members are provided ongoing training, support, and a strong referral network to help their business generate a six-figure income. Featured in Entrepreneur magazine’s “Top New Franchise” list, the brand is widely recognized for its rapid expansion and noteworthy success. A strategic alliance partnership with Propelled Brands, the nation’s largest family-owned collection of salons, continues to propel the brand’s growth. With 210 locations in 35 states across the United States and Canada, the franchise concept plans to add 200 franchise partners and 500 salons in the next three years.

For more information about Suite Management Franchising, visit mysalonsuite.com/franchise. To learn more about MY SALON Suite and Salon Plaza, visit mysalonsuite.com and salonplaza.com.

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14 12, 2021

Spavia Cares 100% Participation For 2021

2021-12-14T09:52:52-05:00December 14th, 2021|Tags: , , , , , |

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. — Spavia Day Spa’s core value and mission statement is to make a positive difference and give back to our communities. Spavia Cares is core to their every day, but Spavia makes a concerted effort each year in giving back to their communities. Last year, the Spavia community donated spa treatments to first responders and healthcare workers who were serving their communities amid the ongoing COVID-19 national emergency. This fall in our efforts to give back to our communities with Spavia Cares, there was a 100% participation from all 52 open locations.

The National Team held a give back program where locations could donate a percentage of proceeds to local charities from the sales of two treatments followed by a corporate match. Locations also gave back through hosting fundraisers and volunteering to organizations across a broad spectrum of categories. Donations and volunteering went to organizations such as supporting community development, education, health, human and civil rights, and animal welfare.

“Making a positive difference in our communities is vitally important to making change. It starts in our community, it starts with us. There is nothing better than to be a part of doing good for others. It is so beautiful to see such dedicated owners and teams supporting their communities,” says Founder, Allison Langenderfer.

Spavia Maple Grove had the highest donation among the locations that participated in the Spavia give back program. Their team donated to Maria’s Voice, a local nonprofit that was formed to honor the life of Maria Pew whose life was taken by domestic violence in April 2020.

“Thinking back to when I first heard of Maria’s story in the height of the pandemic, how eye-opening it was that this happened in our own backyard here in Maple Grove. I started following Maria’s Voice. I learned the sad truth that this is much more prevalent in our society than I could have ever imagined,” said Cristina Nolte, owner of the Maple Grove Spavia in Minnesota.

“At Spavia, it is important to give back to our communities and help others,” Cristina continues. “It is core to our values and mission statement as a company so I knew that we wanted to help but was not sure exactly how. After working with the founders of Maria’s Voice, we decided that we can help by becoming an empowered partner of Maria’s Voice making educational materials available to our employees and by raising general awareness to all those in our network and community.”

The following charities were supported through this initiative:

  • A Place To Turn
  • Alpharetta Red and Blue Dinner, National MS Society
  • American Red Cross
  • Ankeny Kiwanis Group
  • Boulder Food Bank
  • Butterfly Foundation
  • Chamblee Police Force
  • Cherry Hill Health Alliance
  • Childhood Cancer Walk/Run
  • Children’s Brain Tumor Foundation
  • Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta charity golf tournament
  • Comfort Purses
  • Cy Fair Helping Hands Food Bank
  • Envision Unlimited
  • Father’s John’s Animal Shelter
  • Feeding South Florida
  • Foster The Love LA
  • Humane Society of Greater Dayton
  • Juvenile Diabetes Foundation
  • KiddsKids
  • Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry
  • Local Special Olympics chapterTexas Christian University
  • Maria’s Voice
  • Mary’s Place
  • One Step Closer Animal Rescue
  • Ozone House
  • Parkinson’s Association of SWFL
  • Rutys Veteran Suicide prevention foundation
  • San Antonio Food Bank
  • Second Harvest Food Bank of Orlando
  • St. John’s Cares
  • Strongsville Emergency Food Bank
  • Sweet Cheeks Diaper Bank
  • The Austin Police Department
  • The Gullotta House
  • Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation
  • Urban Peak Youth Homeless Shelter
  • Westminster Food Bank
  • Women’s Center of Montgomery County
  • Women’s Crisis Center
  • Wooden It Be Lovely
  • Youth Outlook

About Spavia

At Spavia, we deliver a luxurious spa experience at an affordable price. Our Spavia locations provide a variety of massage treatments, skin care treatments, body wraps, waxing, lash extensions, make-up, and an opportunity to celebrate with a spalebration™ — all in a relaxing and tranquil setting. Our spa boutique provides products for home-care regimens and beautiful selections for gift giving.

The first Spavia opened in 2005 in Denver, Co, with a mission of making a positive difference in the world, one guest at a time. In late 2021, Spavia opened its 52nd location, with an additional 40 locations under development. The 52 spas are currently open in 23 states.

If you are interested in opening a Spavia franchise please visit  https://spaviafranchise.com/.

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14 12, 2021

WOWorks Continues Partnership with The GIANT Company with Four New Locations, Including a Co-Branded Restaurant Concept

2021-12-14T09:40:42-05:00December 14th, 2021|Tags: , , , , |

Parent Company of Good-For-You Restaurant Franchises Introduces Two New Saladworks and Frutta Bowls Co-Branded Restaurants Inside Popular Grocery Store Chain. 

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — WOWorks, the parent company of good-for-you restaurant brands Saladworks, Frutta Bowls, Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh and The Simple Greek, is continuing its strong partnership with The GIANT Company with plans to open four new locations which include two Saladworks and Frutta Bowls co-branded restaurant store-within-a-store locations.

Just recently, WOWorks opened a new co-branded Saladworks and Frutta Bowls location on November 12 inside the GIANT located at 2201 Cottman Avenue in Philadelphia. A second co-branded Saladworks and Frutta Bowls location opened at a newly remodeled GIANT at 7150 Hamilton Blvd. in Trexlertown, PA, on November 22. In addition, a new Saladworks location opened on November 29 in the newly remodeled GIANT store on 2300 Linglestown Rd. in Harrisburg.

“We are thrilled to launch this Saladworks and Frutta Bowls co-branded restaurant inside GIANT, as this showcases how we can open our two great healthy-halo brands together needing only 200 square feet – a perfectly sized restaurant for grocery stores,” said Kelly Roddy, CEO of WOWorks. “This grocery store model is gaining traction because they are quicker to build out and open, have attractive back-end efficiencies, and give customers more menu options covering all dayparts to help increase store foot-traffic.”

This introduction of the Saladworks and Frutta Bowls co-branded model is part of WOWorks store-within-a-store growth strategy focused on opening multiple restaurant brands together in non-traditional locations with design and buildout flexibility and greater efficiencies due to shared back-end operations and equipment.

On December 10, WOWorks will also open its first franchisee owned store-within-a-store Frutta Bowls location in the GIANT at 4377 Swamp Road Doylestown, PA. Jordan Rideout and Curtis High are owners of eight Saladworks locations throughout Pennsylvania and Delaware, and this will be their first Frutta Bowls restaurant and first store-within-a-store location. “We are excited to offer GIANT customers’ Frutta Bowls’ menu of fresh healthy smoothies, bowls and bites,” said Jordan Rideout, co-owner of Frutta Bowls at the GIANT store in Doylestown.

WOWorks is actively seeking qualified franchise partners interested in multi-unit and single-unit ownership, preferably individuals with business experience and/or franchise experience, and a passion for serving guests. For more information about owning a WOWorks franchise or co-branded franchise restaurant, https://franchise.saladworks.com/  and https://franchise.fruttabowls.com/.

ABOUT WOWORKS:

WOWorks was formed in 2020 with a mission to help guests pursue their passions and live their best lives by serving healthy, nutritious and flavorful meals along with its Vow to “WOW!” guest hospitality. Fully owned by Centre Lane Partners, LLC, WOWorks’ portfolio consists of: Saladworks, the nation’s leading fast-casual salad brand; Frutta Bowls, a unique restaurant franchise serving a variety of superfood bowls, fresh fruit smoothies, protein bites and more; Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh, a popular Mediterranean restaurant concept; and most recently, The Simple Greek, which offers a fresh and healthy take on traditional Greek recipes in a fast-casual setting. WOWorks seeks to drive explosive growth across all of its brands through a variety of channels, both traditional and non-traditional, including ghost kitchens, food trucks, grocery retail and more.

ABOUT SALADWORKS:

Founded in 1986, Saladworks is the nation’s leading fast-casual create-your-own salad destination, with over 160 locations across 25 states and two countries. Part of the WOWorks family of brands, Saladworks encourages guests to be original, giving them the option to choose from salads, warm grain bowls or wraps, along with an endless array of fresh vegetables, fruits, proteins and delicious dressings. Ranked #7 on Fast Casual’s Top 100 Movers and Shakers in 2021, Saladworks has been delivering the most original and incredible salad experience to guests for more than 30 years. For more information, visit www.saladworks.com.

ABOUT FRUTTA BOWLS

Founded in 2016 to fulfill a need for fresh and flavorful plant-centric dining options, Frutta Bowls has since grown from its original location in Freehold, New Jersey to more than 30 locations. From Acai to Zinc, Frutta Bowls uses only the freshest, ripest and most flavorful plant-based, whole-food ingredients featured in customizable bowls and smoothies, as well as toasts and protein bites. For more information, visit www.fruttabowls.com.

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14 12, 2021

Gotcha Covered continues expansion in Pennsylvania with new center in Philadelphia

2021-12-14T09:05:56-05:00December 14th, 2021|Tags: , , , , |

Leading window treatment franchise to provide end-to-end consultative services, window treatments to Bucks County residents.

PHILADELPHIA — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, continues to build a foundation in Pennsylvania with the opening of Gotcha Covered of Bucks County.

The new home-based center is owned and operated by Drew Robinson. With premium end-to-end consultative services, this business will provide the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in Bucks and Philadelphia Counties while offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“This is our fourth center in Pennsylvania, and we plan on continuing the growth within the state,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “The Gotcha Covered brand always takes pride in delivering an excellent customer experience, and we believe Drew will be a great addition to our franchise family. We know he will do whatever it takes to bring top-notch service to the residents of Bucks and Philadelphia Counties.”

At 28 years old, Robinson’s professional experience is based in sales and customer service. After working for several different tech start-ups in Los Angeles, he decided to move back to the East Coast to be closer to his family.

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, Robinson was working in the healthcare industry as a service coordinator. Afterward, he took a step back to re-evaluate his goals and decided to pursue his dream of business ownership.

“I found out about Gotcha Covered while investigating several different franchise options,” said Robinson. “I knew I wanted to build my own company but was lost in the form and direction I should take. I worked with a fantastic franchise consultant who helped me establish my goals as an entrepreneur and introduced me to the wonderful people at Gotcha Covered.

“It was the people behind the name that really won me over. The consistency and professionalism stood out with the Gotcha Covered team. It became clear these were the types of people I could rely on for follow-up and support. Coming from customer service that was huge for me.”

Robinson’s overall vision for his franchise is to prove that Gotcha Covered can be successful in his area, expand his service territory and help other franchisees recreate that success.

Adding 27 new franchise locations in 2020, Gotcha Covered currently has nearly 130 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada. The franchise has been operating under the Gotcha Covered name since 2009.

For more information or to find your local Gotcha Covered consultant, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com.

About Gotcha Covered

Gotcha Covered is a leader in custom soft and hard window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada. Flying under their Gotcha Covered flag since 2009, they offer custom window treatments including blinds, draperies, shutters and much more. They offer end-to-end consultation with the customer’s specific needs and goals in mind. The company currently has nearly 130 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada.

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14 12, 2021

AtWork Names Benjaman Hubbard Vice President of Marketing

2021-12-14T08:57:32-05:00December 14th, 2021|Tags: , , , |

Leading national staffing franchise continues to expand marketing department with key hires and promotions.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — AtWork, an award-winning national staffing franchise announced today that Benjaman Hubbard will assume the role of Vice President of Marketing for the corporate office. Hubbard previously served AtWork as Director of Marketing, focusing on building an industry-leading team of marketing and content production specialists.

“We’ve had some great successes over my first few years with AtWork, and I owe the credit to my team,” said Hubbard. “I’m fortunate to be able to work with solid professionals both in-house and through creative partnerships with fantastic Knoxville creative firms, and I look forward to producing more great work with them in the future.”

Hubbard joined AtWork in 2017 and immediately oversaw a complete rebranding of the company, along with a website overhaul, and an increased focus on social media and digital advertising. Since then, the marketing team has grown to include digital and video specialists that produce a steady stream of engaging, often humorous content that is changing the way the nation views the staffing industry.

“I’m so excited to see Benjaman take the AtWork Group’s brand to new heights as our VP of Marketing,” said Jason Leverant, AtWork President and COO. “We’re making a tremendous investment in the marketing department in 2022 and beyond, and I’m proud to have Benjaman at the helm leading these efforts. As an integral member of AtWork’s leadership team, his guidance and support is invaluable as we strive to grow the AtWork Group’s footprint across the US!

Hubbard will assume the role immediately and continue to work from AtWork’s Knoxville, Tennessee corporate headquarters.

About AtWork Group

To learn more about AtWork, visit AtWork.com.

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10 12, 2021

Interim HealthCare Inc. Closes Strong Year with Third Acquisition

2021-12-10T16:00:58-05:00December 10th, 2021|Tags: , , , , |

Interim HealthCare of Sacramento Hospice now under Interim HealthCare corporate ownership.

SUNRISE, Fla. — Interim HealthCare Inc., the nation’s leading franchise network of home care, senior care, home health, hospice and healthcare staffing services, today announces its third acquisition of 2021 with the purchase of Interim HealthCare of Sacramento Hospice in California.

First opened 46 years ago, Interim HealthCare of Sacramento Hospice provides a holistic approach to hospice care centered around comfort, compassion, and support for loved ones and their families. David Klaeser, owner of the franchise since 2007, will continue leading the company in the role of CEO and building upon a history of clinical excellence, outstanding quality, care delivery and sales performance.

This marks the third franchise acquisition for Interim HealthCare Inc. in 2021, following Interim HealthCare of the Treasure Coast in November and Interim HealthCare of San Diego in January. The movement toward a hybrid model of both franchises and company-owned branches represents the company’s overarching goal to expand its reach to be able to serve more individuals in need around the country.

“2021 was a big year for Interim HealthCare. We are glad to have had the opportunity to purchase not only Interim HealthCare of Sacramento Hospice, but two other highly successful franchises in San Diego, California and West Palm Beach, Florida,” said Jennifer Sheets, president and CEO of Interim HealthCare Inc. “These three acquisitions further Interim HealthCare’s unwavering commitment to meeting individuals in their most preferred care setting – the home. Our goal is for every person that is appropriate for care in the home, to have the highest quality option possible.”

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has prompted many consumers to take more control over their healthcare decisions. According to a recent Interim HealthCare survey, 67 percent of Americans have thought differently about their own healthcare options or those of a loved one because of the pandemic. As a result, in-home care services are seeing an uptick in interest due in part to the growing aging population and the number of individuals living with comorbid conditions. Interim HealthCare is continuing to meet this growing demand through its strategic acquisitions, recruiting efforts and industry advocacy work to ensure all individuals have access to the superior services that home healthcare provides.

To learn more about buying and operating an Interim HealthCare franchise business, please visit: www.interimfranchising.com. Those who currently own another home healthcare business and may be interested in exploring potential transition options may email: exploreselling@interimhealthcare.com.

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.

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