Monthly Archives: September 2022

2 09, 2022

Le Macaron French Pastries® Honors Franchisees on National Franchise Appreciation Day

2022-09-02T10:20:40-04:00September 2nd, 2022|Tags: , , , |

Franchise locations propel Le Macaron to #1 Macaron Franchise in the U.S.

SARASOTA, Fla. — According to National Today, a new franchise business opens every eight minutes each day. Le Macaron, the #1 choice for authentic French macarons and pastries, is largely contributing to this statistic with more than 64 franchise locations nationwide and numerous store openings planned throughout the year. On Saturday, September 3, Le Macaron co-owners Rosalie Guillem and Audrey Saba are recognizing the dedication and commitment of the entrepreneurs and small business owners who have helped make Le Macaron a success.

“We are congratulating each and every one of our franchisees on a job well done,” said Guillem. “Our loyal, industrious owners are the backbone of our business, and we would not be where we are today without them.”

Franchise Appreciation Day is traditionally celebrated every year on the Saturday before Labor Day. The day is observed to create awareness among consumers about local franchises and how they can support them. Entrepreneurs and small business owners also learn about how they can jump start a business through the power of franchising.

Le Macaron operates franchise stores coast-to-coast from Alabama to Arizona. Last month Le Macaron celebrated store openings in Cool Springs, Tennessee, Cambridge, Massachusetts, Elkhart, Indiana, and Valley Bend, Alabama. Additional openings planned throughout the remainder of the year include Columbus, Ohio, Clearwater, Florida, Lake Charles, Louisiana, Dixon, Arizona, and New York City. Le Macaron is purposefully expanding in new markets where customers clamor for delicious, authentic macarons, gourmet chocolates, French gelato, European-style coffee, and other classic French pastries. In addition to Le Macaron’s cafes, the company has a thriving catering and corporate gifting business that operates at a brisk pace year around.

Founded in 2009, Guillem said Le Macaron is committed to offering authentic, premium products prepared daily by French-trained chefs. While the mission is to delight customers and treat them to a Parisian-style café experience, Le Macaron is also focused on offering lucrative opportunities for potential franchisees.

“We have nearly 20 franchises in various stages of development,” said Guillem. “We continually offer support and guidance to our owners to help them succeed every step of the way.”

Le Macaron was recently named to the FranServe 2022 Fran-Tastic 500 list, which recognizes the top franchises in the country. For more information, visit http://lemacaron-us.com.

About Le Macaron French Pastries

Founded in 2009 by Rosalie Guillem and her daughter Audrey, Le Macaron French Pastries is an elegant French patisserie that offers guests the finest, authentic French macarons and pastries. Headquartered in Sarasota, Florida, the brand began franchising in 2012 and has since grown to more than 64 locations across the U.S. Le Macaron French Pastries is ranked on Inc. 5,000 2016, #17 on the 2019 Top Emerging Franchise List as well as ranking on the Top 100 Food and Beverage category by Entrepreneur and holds a No. 9 ranking in the baked goods category.

1 09, 2022

Assisted Living Locators Offers Dementia Post Diagnosis Guidance, Free Care Consultations To Support World Alzheimer’s Month

2022-09-01T11:52:36-04:00September 1st, 2022|Tags: , , , , , , |

Franchisees Nationwide To Encourage People To Seek Help, Advice.

PHOENIX — Assisted Living Locators, a nationwide senior placement and referral service, announced today it is offering dementia post-diagnosis guidance and free care consultations to support World Alzheimer’s Month, an international campaign that recognizes the impact of dementia and how to act to support those affected. This year’s theme, ‘Know Dementia, Know Alzheimer’s’ continues on from the 2021 campaign, which focused on diagnosis and the warning signs of dementia. In 2022, the campaign will have a special focus on post-diagnosis support.

Assisted Living Locators provides the full continuum of care for people living with dementia and families following a diagnosis. The service offers FREE guidance in locating quality assisted living and in-home care support. Throughout September, Assisted Living Locators’ 140 franchise offices across the U.S. are offering free dementia care consultations, participating in Walk to End Alzheimer’s fundraising events, and engaging social media wearing purple to show solidarity for those affected.

“All of our senior care advisors are dementia care certified, which puts us in a unique position to help families across the country,” said Angela Olea, RN Assisted Living Locators CEO. “Our dementia care training enables us to provide much-needed support to families, educating them about the disease and what facilities are best suited for their loved ones. We will help you better prepare, plan, and adapt to a dementia diagnosis.”

Olea noted that having a locally based senior care advisor is an advantage. “Our advisors have a pulse on local senior care options, costs, availability, and which communities are in good standing,” she explained. “They answer all of your questions, personally accompany you on tours, work as your advocate, and guide you to find the right senior living solution whether it be in-home care support, independent living, assisted living, or memory care.”

About Assisted Living Locators

If you have questions about your loved one’s cognitive health and care and would like a free dementia care consultation, speak to an Assisted Living Locators Senior Care Advisor at 877-266-7788 or visit www.assistedlivinglocators.com.

1 09, 2022

ABACO Enters Financial Partnership with FranDevCo

2022-09-01T11:46:37-04:00September 1st, 2022|Tags: , , , |

Recapitalization aims to accelerate and expand FranDevCo’s offerings.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — ABACO, a premier lower middle market private equity firm led by Michael Abdy, with backing from Noah Lowy of the Lowy Family Group and Abdy, announced today its partnership with and the recapitalization of FranDevCo, a leading franchise sales organization (FSO). FranDevCo founder, Nick Neonakis, will exit the company and executives Jeff Dudan and Sung Ohm will remain involved in the business post-close with Dudan serving as chairman and Ohm as CEO.

FranDevCo provides outsourced franchise development services to national and international brands as they look to increase their footprint. FranDevCo has the exclusive development rights for 12-plus national franchisors and has successfully awarded hundreds of franchise territories since inception. Founded by industry veterans Nick Neonakis and Jeff Dudan in 2019, FranDevCo provides an unparalleled level of real-world franchise development experience to franchisors as they look to grow their footprint.

FranDevCo curates the entire franchisee sales lifecycle from initial lead generation through prospect education to deal closure. FranDevCo works with franchisors to perfect their entire development process, bring qualified franchise leads, and drive explosive growth.

“I’m proud to see FranDevCo enter into this next phase of growth with ABACO as partners,” said Neonakis. “The continued leadership and operational knowledge of Jeff and Sung ensure best-in-class support to franchisors as they build their brand. It’s rewarding to know the best-in-class services FranDevCo provides will continue to expand domestically and internationally.”

Dudan noted the opportunities this will bring FranDevCo in the FSO marketplace.

“The ABACO recapitalization and restructuring provides expanded resources that allow FranDevCo to reimagine the business and explore new, exciting competitive advantages,” Dudan said. “Our mission is to develop and implement new strategies to accelerate the growth of the outstanding franchise brands that FranDevCo represents.”

ABACO has a long history of working within the franchise community to accelerate organizational growth and position organizations for rapid expansion.

“The franchise space is a robust and enduring part of the global landscape,” said Abdy. “We are excited to partner with FranDevCo to accelerate growth while also investing in high value services that bring exceptional value to our partners and clients. With ABACO’s proven track record, we will be able to expand our capabilities through ownership of one of the leading FSOs in the U.S.”

Lowy has a long history partnering with ABACO on successful ventures and this new opportunity expands that relationship.

“Our partnership with FranDevCo gives us the springboard to support entrepreneurs in the US and abroad,” said Lowy.

Charlotte-based Carolyn Meade and Moore & Van Allen provided deal advisory services and legal representation of FranDevCo in the transaction.

About ABACO
ABACO is a private equity firm that invests in high-growth, lower middle market companies. The firm targets companies with $1-10 million in EBITDA and partners with management to scale the business through a combination of organic and acquisition growth strategies.

Learn more at www.ABACO.co

About FranDevCo

FranDevCo is a team of experienced franchise experts driven to provide consistent sales growth by partnering with emerging & growth-oriented franchise brands. They become an extension of franchise brands while producing rapid, sustainable growth. Their approach, coaching, and industry partnerships allow franchise businesses to tap into a team with more than 100 years of combined franchising experience that can attract top-performing franchisees to brands where they can thrive.

Learn more at FranDev.co