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The Leading Sign, Graphics and Visual Communications Franchise Makes the 2022 List at #4 out of 150.
CARROLLTON, Texas — FASTSIGNS®, the leading sign, graphics and visual communications franchise in the nation, has been ranked 4th on Entrepreneur magazine’s 2022 list of Top Franchises for Veterans. This is the fifth consecutive year FASTSIGNS has been recognized in the top 10 and the sixth year the brand has been included on this list, which highlights a wide variety of franchises that provide advantageous opportunities for veterans.
Entrepreneur magazine’s Top Franchises for Veterans list ranks the top 150 franchises that offer incentives and other programs to help veterans become franchisees. FASTSIGNS, which is already associated with low start-up costs, provides veteran-friendly financing options including 50% off the initial franchise fee for veterans and first responders as well as reduced royalties for the first 12 months of business.
“FASTSIGNS is proud to support and provide opportunities for our nation’s veterans, and the continued recognition on Entrepreneur‘s Top Franchises for Veterans list is a testament to our success,” said Mark Jameson, Chief Support and Development Officer at Propelled Brands. “Veterans are some of the most qualified and ideal candidates for franchise business ownership, with the drive, work ethic and integrity needed to run a successful business. We have consistently seen those who have served thrive as business owners with our brand’s support behind them, and we look forward to helping more veterans achieve their goals as FASTSIGNS continues to grow.”
To develop the list of the Top Franchises for Veterans, Entrepreneur invited hundreds of companies to take part in a survey that requested information regarding each company’s veteran programs. Such information included the company’s veteran incentives and how veteran franchisees are attracted to and supported by the company, as well as how each company scored in the 2022 Franchise 500 list.
“Veterans have good discipline and the ability to look for solutions, which provides a leg-up working within a structured franchise system,” said Navy veteran Daniel Nichols, who owns a FASTSIGNS in The Woodlands, TX.
To date, FASTSIGNS operates more than 760 locations in 46 states and eight countries. Of these FASTSIGNS franchisees, around 14% are veterans.
To view FASTSIGNS in the full Entrepreneur magazine Top Franchises for Veterans list, visit https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/topfranchiseveterans. Results can also be seen in the October/November issue of Entrepreneur magazine.
For information about the FASTSIGNS franchise opportunity, contact Mark Jameson (mark.jameson@propelledbrands.com or 214-346-5679).
For more information about owning a FASTSIGNS franchise, visit https://www.fastsigns.com.
FASTSIGNS is a leading national visual ideas company that creates a wide variety of comprehensive sign and graphics solutions. With over 35 years of experience, FASTSIGNS helps you achieve more than you ever thought possible. We are the worldwide franchisor of more than 760 independently owned and operated FASTSIGNS® centers. FASTSIGNS locations span across the United States, Puerto Rico, the United Kingdom, Canada, Chile, Grand Cayman, Malta, the Dominican Republic and Australia (where centers operate as SIGNWAVE®). FASTSIGNS is frequently recognized for franchisee satisfaction and through franchising awards which include being ranked #1 on Entrepreneur’s Highly Competitive Franchise 500® List For The Sixth Consecutive Year for 2022 as well as being named a 2022 Best-in-Category Franchise by Franchise Business Review.
In 2021, Propelled Brands was formed, and is now the multi-brand franchisor for FASTSIGNS®, NerdsToGo®, MY SALON Suite® and Salon Plaza® brands.
To learn more visit fastsigns.com. Follow the brand on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/fastsigns, Twitter @FASTSIGNS or Facebook at facebook.com/FASTSIGNS. For information about the FASTSIGNS franchise opportunity, contact Mark Jameson (mark.jameson@fastsigns.com or call 214.346.5679).
Resale strategy proves successful in prolonging lifespan of franchise locations.
BLACK DIAMOND, AB — Fibrenew, the leading mobile service franchise specializing in the repair, restoration and renewal of leather, plastic, vinyl, fabric, and upholstery, prides itself on its commitment to franchisees, offering full support to owners starting the moment they first inquire about purchasing a franchise. That support continues throughout the entirety of the lifespan of the owner’s location, even if they choose it’s time to move on to the next stage in their career. As part of its succession strategy, Fibrenew provides a resale program for franchisees looking to sell their territory to a new owner.
Fibrenew assists in finding new prospective franchisees through means of the brand’s online platform, third party websites, and email blasts, along with helping in guide the current owner in advertising locally. Through Fibrenew’s careful selection process, outgoing franchisees can be reassured that the business they worked so hard to build will be going into the caring hands of a new owner who will continue that same progress.
“The goal of a resale is to keep a working franchise running and prolong a location’s lifecycle,” says Jamie Myles, who heads up the resale program with Fibrenew’s Corporate Team. “But with Fibrenew’s promised dedication to our franchisees, we also want to ensure the current owner has our full support as they consider their eventual exit from their investment, and that they will not be left high and dry to figure out what to do with their franchise on their own.”
While the strategy is not unique to Fibrenew, their program has proved successful over the years, with over 36 resales around the world since 2016, including 25 in the U.S.
“Having the ability to offer a resale strategy to our owners proves the brand’s sustainability, especially through times of economic uncertainty,” Myles said. “Fibrenew works hard to grow our brand with people who are the right fit.”
While some new franchisees have achieved the same level of performance with their location, others have gone on to grow their business, either expanding to multiple territories, or within their location. With 300 locations in operation around the world, Fibrenew remains dedicated to ensuring its franchisees find success in their operations.
About Fibrenew
Fibrenew is a leading mobile service franchise that specializes in the repair, restoration, and renewal of leather, plastic, vinyl, fabric, and upholstery. With a rich history that dates back to 1985, Fibrenew manufactures a highly-specialized proprietary product line and has pioneered the repair techniques and exclusive color matching technology used by its technicians every day. With 300 franchise locations and 350+ technicians across the USA, Canada, Mexico, Chile, New Zealand and Saudi Arabia, the company’s eco-friendly restoration services save customers time and money by offering an alternative to replacing their damaged couches and chairs, car and marine components, commercial furniture and more. For more information about Fibrenew franchise opportunities, visit https://www.fibrenew.com/franchising/.
Leading Tire & Wheel Retailer Anticipates Record-Breaking Donations for Yearly Initiative.
TAMPA, Fla. — As the month of October, and with it, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, gets underway, RNR Tire Express (RNR), the nation’s premier tire and custom wheel franchise retailer, is debuting its seventh annual Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign nationwide. For the entirety of the month, participating RNR locations will be donating a portion of all tire sales to foundations advancing the cause of breast cancer research and the search for a cure. Family and friends of breast cancer survivors or fighters will also be able to nominate deserving individuals for a $1,000 cash prize, a set of new tires, and a VIP spa day package, courtesy of RNR Tire Express.
The campaign is one of the proudest giveback initiatives the franchise takes part in, and expectations have been set for 2022s system-wide involvement to raise more funds and impart a greater impact than any year past. And with more RNR Tire Express locations operating in more states than ever, a greater number of communities will be able to take part in that record-breaking ambition than has ever been seen in the campaigns history.
Meant to serve as an opportunity to recognize and honor the resilience and fortitude displayed by some of country’s bravest men and women, the initiative compiles the inspiring and heartwarming stories of those who have persevered and overcome their own diagnosis, intent on coming out stronger on the other side.
“Creating lasting relationships at the grassroots level has and always will be a core tenant to how things are done here at RNR. Our annual Breast Cancer Awareness campaign being just one such method by which we do so,” said Larry Sutton, Founder and CEO of RNR Tire Express. “After all these years hosting the initiative alongside a growing field of franchisees, it’s become an incredible contributor to our brands ability to give back what’s now reached over a million dollars to communities nationwide on a yearly basis.”
For more information on the RNR Tire Express KNOCK OUT Breast Cancer Campaign, visit http://www.rnrtires.com/pink.
About RNR Tire Express:
RNR Tire Express is a national franchise retailer of quality tires and custom wheels known for their customer-centric, flexible lease-to-own payment options. Established in 2000 by rent-to-own veteran, Larry Sutton, RNR has grown to 170 locations in 27 states. Earlier this year, the brand was ranked in Franchise Times’ Top 200+ list, and was also recognized by Inc. magazine as one of America’s fastest-growing private companies. Most recently, RNR was ranked No. 133 in Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2021 Franchise 500 ranking and #1 in the Tires and Wheels category. RNR Tire Express is seeking qualified multi-unit franchisees to expand even further nationally with prime markets available throughout the country. For more information regarding the RNR franchise opportunity, please visit www.RNRfranchise.com.
Leading Home Maintenance, Repair and Improvement Company to Celebrate Spooky Season with Pumpkin Carving Photo Contest and Giveaway Open till Oct 31.
WACO, Texas — For the fifth consecutive year, the nation’s leading home maintenance, repair and improvement franchise, Mr. Handyman®, a Neighborly® company, is getting in the Halloween spirit by hosting an annual Pumpkin Carving Photo Contest. Get all your best tools and spooky supplies ready because Mr. Handyman is inviting the best pumpkin carving pros in the U.S. to show off their talent by sending in photos of their creations on social media.
To enter the Pumpkin Carving contest, visit the Mr. Handyman contest page and submit a photo of your cute, fun, silly and creative pumpkin design before October 31, 2022, to win. Five lucky winners will be randomly chosen from a drawing of all entries to each receive a $250 Home Depot® e-gift card.
“Every year, we enjoy seeing everyone’s fun entries of their creative pumpkin carvings,” said Jeff Palla, President, Mr. Handyman, a Neighborly company. “For those who are looking for inspiration or want to learn how to carve pumpkins safety with power tools, download our free guidebook.”
To learn more about Mr. Handyman’s Pumpkin Carving Contest, please visit www.mrhandyman.com/pumpkin-carving-sweepstakes. For additional decoration inspiration, visit Mr. Handyman’s website for free pumpkin carving templates, power tool tutorials and tips to make your pumpkin the best on the block at: https://www.mrhandyman.com/pumpkin.
About Mr. Handyman®
Mr. Handyman® is North America’s leading commercial and residential property maintenance, repair and improvement company. With more than 300 locations throughout the U.S. and Canada, Mr. Handyman® is recognized as one of the fastest growing, handyman service franchise systems. Acquired in 2015, Mr. Handyman® is part of Neighborly®, the world’s largest home services company with more than 30 brands and 5,000 franchises collectively serving 12 million+ customers in six countries, focused on repairing, maintaining and enhancing homes and businesses. Neighborly® brands are found at Neighborly.com and through the Neighborly mobile app. For more information about Mr. Handyman®, visit MrHandyman.com.