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9 11, 2022

Dryer Vent Wizard® Celebrates National Sock Day by Donating Socks to Local Shelters

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-11-09T10:29:49-05:00November 9th, 2022|Tags: dryer vent cleaning and maintenance, dryer vent repair and replacement franchise, home based franchise, home services franchisor, Neighborly, owner operated franchise opportunity, residential and commercial clients|

Franchise Owners and Employees across the U.S. Participate in Giving Back to their Communities.

WACO, Texas — To celebrate National Sock Day, Dryer Vent Wizard®, a Neighborly® company, is collaborating with the Sock It To ‘Em Campaign during the month of November through National Sock Day (December 4, 2022), donating socks to homeless shelters across the U.S. to help raise awareness about how sock donations can provide warmth to those in need during the winter season. Socks are the least donated item to homeless shelters, but a much-needed clothing item by those experiencing homelessness and seeking warmth during colder weather.

“We know this time of year can be tough for some people and we’re excited to have the opportunity to collaborate with Sock It To Em Campaign to help provide socks to people in need,” said Jason Kapica, President of Dryer Vent Wizard, a Neighborly company. “Socks are the one article of clothing people may forget about when making a donation but providing a brand-new pair of socks through this initiative can make a real difference.”

Dryer Vent Wizard franchise locations and local communities across the nation are encouraged to take part in this campaign and donate socks through the Sock It To Em Campaign link found here, or at a local homeless shelter.

“We are thrilled that the small business owners at Dryer Vent Wizard and people within their communities are willing to donate new socks to cover the feet of those who need them,” said Susan Lee, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Sock It To Em Campaign. “It’s a great way to get the whole community involved for a good cause that will bring joy and warmth to those in need, and what better time than the Holiday season.”

Sock It To Em Campaign is a nonprofit organization that aims to provide new socks to men, women and children experiencing homelessness and in need. In the past 10 years, Sock It To Em Campaign has given away almost 900,000 pairs of socks in 41 states. Dryer Vent Wizard hopes to work together with Sock It To Em Campaign to reach their 1 million-pair goal for sock donations.

About Dryer Vent Wizard®

Dryer Vent Wizard®, a Neighborly® company, provides professional dryer duct and vent cleaning, inspection, repair, and maintenance services. Dryer Vent Wizard® operates throughout both the United States and Canada with more than 130 independently owned and operated franchise locations. Established in 2011, Dryer Vent Wizard® 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 App. For more information about Dryer Vent Wizard®, visit DryerVentWizard.com.

8 11, 2022

Virginia Proves to be an A+ Market for Celebree School: Announces 13 Signed Franchise Agreements

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-11-08T11:37:15-05:00November 8th, 2022|Tags: Celebree School, early-childhood education, preschool, summer camp programs, toddler care|

Early Childhood Education Franchise Grows Statewide Presence, Four Schools Slated to Open by End of 2023.

ARLINGTON, Va. — Celebree School, a leader in early childhood education that provides infant and toddler care, preschool, before and aftercare, and summer camp programs, is capitalizing on growth potential in Virginia. The brand announces 13 franchise agreements in various stages of development across the state, plus an additional seven schools under future development agreements. Of these, four schools are projected to open in Arlington, Herndon, Alexandria, and Dulles by the end of 2023.

The new schools will join four currently open and operating Celebree Schools in the state – Reston, Henrico, Ashburn, and Tysons-Jones Branch. Company leadership sees vast growth potential across Virginia with opportunity to add six schools in the Northern Virginia market, five schools in Southern Virginia, and three schools in Virginia Beach. These development efforts contribute to Celebree School’s aggressive expansion goal of opening 150 new schools over the next three years.

“After developing successful schools in our home state of Maryland, Virginia was a natural next step as a target growth area for our continued franchise expansion,” said Richard Huffman, Founder and CEO of Celebree School. “With strong demand for high-quality early childhood education and brand awareness from our successful corporate schools in a neighboring state, we’re eager to get these new schools open and operating to best serve the community.”

The next Celebree School to open in Virginia is Celebree School of Alexandria, projected to open in January at 2450 Mill Rd. On the heels of this opening will be Celebree School of National Landing, opening in Spring 2023 at Metropolitan Park for Amazon’s second Headquarters in Arlington. In Summer 2023, Herndon residents can expect Celebree School of Herndon to open in their community, and by late 2023 Celebree School of Dulles is projected to open its doors.

Celebree School lives by its promise to Grow People Big and Small™, and was founded on the belief that success in early childhood development is equal parts curriculum and a connection that extends beyond the classroom to address the needs of the whole child and the whole family. Each Celebree School is a village made up of parents, children, and educators with a focus on curriculum-based care that prepares your child for kindergarten and beyond.

Programs are available for children six weeks to 12-years-old with unique curriculums designed to develop positive social skills and values while allowing children to learn about their world through age-appropriate play, projects, and activities. Care is available part-time or full-time, and parents are allowed to drop in and visit at any time.

“With a 25-plus-year history, we’ve built an incredible infrastructure for growth. By partnering with like-minded franchisees who believe in our brand and our mission, we’re poised for long-term success,” added Huffman.

As franchise development continues to surge, Celebree School is looking for qualified and engaged individuals seeking single and multi-unit opportunities who are involved in their community, have a passion for childhood education, and are eager to explore the world of franchising.

When franchisees invest with Celebree School, they’re investing in an organization with a strong culture, solid systems, and a proven business model backed with 25-plus years of experience in providing exceptional early childhood education. For more information of franchising opportunities visit https://www.celebree.com/franchising/.

About Celebree School

Founded in 1994, Celebree School is a leader in early childhood education that provides infant and toddler care, preschool, before and aftercare, and summer camp programs. With a mission to Grow People Big and Small™, Celebree School believes success in early childhood development is equal parts curriculum and connection. Each school employs a customized program that addresses the physical, social, emotional, and academic needs of children and follows applicable state guidelines. In 2019, Celebree School launched its franchise offering. Learn more about how we grow confident children who are prepared for school and life at Celebree.com.

8 11, 2022

PuroClean of San Juan Hosts Grand Opening Event

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-11-08T11:24:20-05:00November 8th, 2022|Tags: biohazard cleanup, fire and smoke damage remediation, flood water removal, mold removal, PuroClean, water damage remediation|

Local Dignitaries and PuroClean Executive Leadership Attend Grand Opening Event of First PuroClean Franchise in the Caribbean.

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — PuroClean, one of the country’s leading property restoration and remediation franchises, recently hosted a grand opening event for PuroClean of San Juan at the Caribe Hilton in San Juan. Led by Joseph Ortíz, a U.S. Army veteran and owner of PuroClean of Reston, Virginia, the San Juan location is the company’s first franchise to open in the Caribbean. A Puerto Rican native, Ortíz launched his restoration business to provide emergency water, fire, mold and biohazard removal services to the island residents following an unusually active Atlantic hurricane season.

The grand opening event saw the attendance of local Puerto Rican dignitaries and PuroClean leadership including Steve White, President and COO of PuroClean, and George Hernández, SVP of Operations, Commercial Large Loss. Mónika Candelaria, anchor of WAPA-TV Noticentro al Amanecer was the moderator of the grand opening.

Special thanks to the following dignitaries in attendance:

Víctor Merced, deputy secretary of the Department of Economic Development and Commerce (DDEC).
Luis Almañy, president of the Economic Development Bank.
David M. Pérez, director of the Puerto Rico Trade and Export Company.
Arlene Ramírez Rodríguez, executive of the Department of Housing.
Lourdes Aponte, president of el Centro Unido de Detallistas.
Licenciada Liza Garcia, executive director of the Chamber of Commerce of Puerto Rico.
Fabio Quevedo, president of Building Materials Association (ACMC).
Linda Ayala, executive director of la Asociación de Farmacias de la Comunidad.
María Medina, executive director of la Asociación de Concreteros de Puerto Rico.
Eduardo Rivera, director of the Authority for the Financing of the Infrastructure (AFI) of Puerto Rico.
Licenciada Lesley Borre, secretary at the Department of State.

“Expanding our services in Puerto Rico is a giant step for us as a company, and we are so proud of Joe and his team for all the hard work that has led to this special moment,” White said. “At PuroClean, we strive every day to deliver that critical response our customers depend on, and with the opening of our first location in San Juan, we are making an impact in a new area that is very prone to the destruction of severe climate and weather-related property damage. With Joe’s background of service and passion for his community, we know PuroClean of San Juan will do great work on the island.”

For more than 20 years, PuroClean has helped home and business owners with their restoration and remediation needs, serving communities across the United States and Canada with a network of more than 400 offices.

For more information about PuroClean, call 800-775-7876 or visit www.PuroClean.com. For more information about franchising opportunities, visit www.PuroCleanFranchise.com.

About PuroClean

PuroClean is a leading, world-class service brand for property water damage remediation, fire and smoke damage mitigation, mold removal and biohazard clean-up services, working with both residential and commercial customers across the US and Canada. Founded in 2001, PuroClean is a diverse, fast-growing network of more than 400 North American franchise locations, each independently owned and operated. With a commitment to respond within two hours, the professionals at PuroClean are thoroughly screened, insured, and trained in utilizing the latest cutting-edge mitigation technology to complete the remediation task at hand. PuroClean has earned numerous awards within franchising and the greater global business community, including “The Franchise Satisfaction Award” from Franchise Business Review, ranking within the top 100 on The Franchise 500 from Entrepreneur Magazine, Inc. Magazine’s “5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies” and Franchise Times “Fast and Serious” and “Top 400,” and being named a Top Franchise for Veterans by Entrepreneur Magazine. PuroClean has the highest customer service satisfaction score among the top three insurance carriers in the country.

7 11, 2022

$50,000 Donated to Patriot PAWS by Pet Supplies Plus and Natural Balance® in Honor of Veterans Day

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-11-07T23:35:50-05:00November 7th, 2022|Tags: Franchise Group, natural pet food, pet grooming and self-wash facilities, pet supplies franchise, Pet Supplies Plus|

Largest Pet Retail Franchise and Premium Pet Food Maker Help Provide Service Dogs to Deserving Veterans.

DALLAS — Pet Supplies Plus, the largest and most trusted pet retail franchise has once again joined forces with Natural Balance® to raise awareness about the profound impact Service Dogs have on America’s servicemen and women. Pet Supplies Plus and Natural Balance continue their national partnership with a donation of $50,000 to Patriot PAWS Service Dogs, a non-profit that trains and provides Service Dogs for disabled Veterans, at no cost. Pet Supplies Plus hosted a check presentation at their location in Dallas, Texas on November 3^rd.

In honor of Veterans Day, any purchase of Natural Balance products made at a Pet Supplies Plus store through November 27 will support the $50,000 donation to Patriot PAWS Service Dogs. With this donation, Patriot PAWS will provide Service Dogs free of charge to disabled American Veterans to help restore and maintain their physical and emotional independence.

“This has become an annual initiative for Pet Supplies Plus and one that is near and dear to our hearts,” said Chris Rowland, CEO of Pet Supplies Plus. “Patriot PAWS makes such a huge impact and we’re proud to make this contribution alongside Natural Balance so Veterans can be paired with service dogs at no cost.”

The check presentation was held at the Pet Supplies Plus of Dallas-Medallion, located at 6464 E. Northwest Highway, on November 3. Pet Supplies Plus and Natural Balance presented the check together to Patriot PAWS joined by Patriot PAWS’ Founder & Executive Director, Lori Stevens, Development Coordinator, Marissa Pittman, Development Coordinator, Sarah Mathers and Patriot PAWS Service Dog, Pierce.

“We are incredibly grateful to our friends at Natural Balance and Pet Supplies Plus,” said Patriot PAWS Founder Lori Stevens. “because of this generous donation, we are able to continue saving the lives of those who served our great nation.”

Patriot PAWS works to train and provide Service Dogs for Veterans at no cost. Their mission allows for Veterans to continue to be positively impacted by Service Dogs without the costs of training, which is around $35,000 per dog. With the help of donors, volunteers, and training programs, Patriot PAWS is able to eliminate the entire cost for Veterans. With the current demand, and the additional impact of the pandemic, the work that Patriot PAWS does is even more essential to well-being of Veterans.

Founded in 2006 by professional dog trainer, Lori Stevens, Patriot PAWS aims to train and place Service Dogs with disabled Veterans, and others, that suffer from Mobile Disabilities, Traumatic Brain Injuries and / or Post-Traumatic Stress. As of Fall of 2022, Patriot PAWS has placed over 400 dogs from their program. Patriot PAWS can house up to 25 Service Dogs at their Rockwall Campus and the rest dispersed throughout their various programs, which include the Texas A&M Student Led Puppy Raiser Program, their local DFW Puppy Raiser Program, and their partnership with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice where inmates in three prison units train Service Dogs. The organization continues to remain focused on their mission, and with the help of Pet Supplies Plus and Natural Balance, expects to be able to make a handful of additional placements by the end of the year.

“Natural Balance is incredibly proud to once again partner with Pet Supplies Plus to support Patriot PAWS,” said Darcy Hagan, Vice President of Sales of Natural Balance. “Being able to help provide a trained service dog to a Veteran in need could not be more rewarding. Thank you to Patriot PAWS for their great work.”

Pet Supplies Plus offers a wide array of natural pet foods and a variety of made-in-the-USA pet consumables, including food, treats, rawhide and chews. Set in welcoming neighborhood environments, Pet Supplies Plus team members get to know their neighbors and pets by name at every store. Full-service grooming, self-serve pet wash stations and fresh bakery treats are also available in-store at many locations. Neighbors can now fill prescriptions online and receive home delivery for quality medications and specialty diets. Whether shopping in-store or online, choosing local is easy. For more information, visit www.petsuppliesplus.com.

About Pet Supplies Plus

Your neighborhood Pet Supplies Plus has everything you need for your furry, scaly and feathery friends. Our shelves are stocked with the right products, including a wide selection of natural and made in the USA products. Easily find all their favorites at prices you love, whether you shop with us in store or online using free curbside pickup, same-day delivery or Autoship. To help keep your pets happy and healthy, pet prescriptions can be filled online and delivered directly to your door. As the nation’s largest independent pet store with over 630 locations in 40 states and counting, we make shopping local simple. For more information visit www.petsuppliesplus.com.

About Natural Balance®

Founded in 1989, Natural Balance is a leading premium pet food brand specializing in high-quality dog and cat food products sold exclusively through pet specialty and eCommerce channels. Natural Balance, a pioneer in the limited ingredient category, has a 30+ year history in creating complete and balanced recipes. In 2021, Natural Balance became an independent and privately held company. For more information on Natural Balance, please visit www.naturalbalanceinc.com.

About Patriot PAWS Service Dogs

The mission of Patriot PAWS is to train and provide Service Dogs of the highest quality at no cost to disabled American Veterans and others with mobile disabilities in order to help restore their physical and emotional independence. Patriot PAWS intends to build partnerships with state and community organizations to help develop and support this goal. For more information on Patriot PAWS Service Dogs, please visit www.patriotpaws.org.

7 11, 2022

Snapology Celebrates National STEM Day as Leader in Education Space

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-11-07T23:23:14-05:00November 7th, 2022|Tags: children's enrichment franchise, educational enrichment, Snapology, social development, STEAM and STEM programs, Unleashed Brands|

Fast-Growing Children’s Franchise Continues to Raise the Bar in STEM/STEAM Education.

DALLAS — Snapology, the No. 1 children’s STEM/STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) franchise and part of the world’s first Youth Enrichment franchise platform company Unleashed Brands, is celebrating National STEM Day (Nov. 8) after making tremendous strides in STEAM educational enrichment opportunities, franchise offerings, and helping millions of kids across the country develop foundational STEAM skills. The company is consistently seeing significant growth through franchise signings that will continue into 2023 as demand increases for STEAM-based learning programs nationwide.

Since its acquisition and joining Unleashed Brands in July of 2021, the brand has been able to elevate its franchise offerings by launching a reimagined Discovery Center, developing a new business model with “Snapology-in-Urban Air,” as well as continuing to offer mobile Snapology programs that allow franchisees to reach more families in the community. For franchisees, these redesigned business models offer a variety of revenue opportunities and the freedom to operate year-round. Year to date, the brand has opened 11 classrooms inside Urban Air Adventure Parks, seven community-based locations and two Discovery Center with one of the revamped Discovery Centers being the first-of-its-kind joint location with sister brand The Little Gym International.

Snapology has also invested in perfecting the customer experience by offering new membership programs and gamifying education through their “Passport” program, which aims to encourage children to take classes to earn stamps and degrees to win swag and other prizes. This program entices children to continue their Snapology classes by creating incentives for children to learn fundamental STEAM skills, develop critical social skills and create recurring revenue for franchisees.

Since the Unleashed Brands acquisition, Snapology has doubled franchise signings over the past year. In 2023, there are plans to open 15 new Discovery Center locations throughout the country, including debuts in New Braunfels and Cedar Park, TX, Lexington, SC, North Tampa, FL, Rogers, AR, Harrisonburg, VA, Troy, MI, San Diego, CA, and Lehi, UT.

“We’re incredibly grateful for our company’s growth and success which reflects on the progress being made to revolutionize the way kids learn about STEAM,” said Laura Coe, Brand President & CEO for Snapology. “This year, National STEM Day is extra special to our team as we reflect on our success but more importantly, the impact Snapology has made to inspire the next generation of STEAM leaders.”

The key to success has been the brand’s understanding and commitment to play an active role in inspiring the next generation of scientists, engineers and mathematicians through excitement in STEAM concepts at an early age. Snapology encourages social skills and teamwork by teaching science, technology, engineering, art, math, and literacy concepts in a fun way. The brand uses a research-based curriculum, designed to be inclusive to all learning abilities with a hands-on teaching approach that uses LEGO® Bricks and other building toys, along with coding, video game design and robotics that encourage the perfect mix of play, academic enrichment, and social development.

For more information on franchise opportunities please visit, www.snapologyfranchising.com.

About Snapology

Founded in 2010, Snapology is the #1 children’s enrichment franchise in the country, giving children the opportunity to learn through play with more than 80 enriching, interactive STEAM and STEM programs. With over 180 locations in the U.S. and Internationally, Snapology is quickly growing and impacting children throughout the world with its balance of educational enrichment, social development, and fun. For more information about Snapology including franchise opportunities, visit www.Snapology.com.

About Unleashed Brands

Unleashed Brands, currently includes portfolio brands Urban Air, Snapology, The Little Gym, XP League, Class 101 and Premier Martial Arts and was founded to curate and grow a portfolio of the most innovative and profitable brands that help kids learn, play, and grow. Over the last 10 years, the team at Unleashed Brands has built a proven platform and know-how for scaling businesses focused on serving families. Its mission is to impact the lives of every kid by providing fun, engaging, and inspiring experiences that help them become who they are destined to be. For more information, please visit www.UnleashedBrands.com.

7 11, 2022

Best Life Brands Senior Vice President of Marketing Jennifer LoBianco Recognized in Entrepreneur’s Top 50 Franchise CMO Gamechangers List

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-11-07T23:16:36-05:00November 7th, 2022|Tags: Boost Home Healthcare, estate sale franchise, family caregivers, in-home senior care, personal and companion care, senior care, Senior placement|

TROY, Mich. — Best Life Brands Senior Vice President of Marketing Jennifer LoBianco has been designated on Entrepreneur magazine’s Top 50 Franchise CMO Gamechangers list. The recognition comes at a time when the company is seeing record growth and interest from franchise prospects.

“It’s an honor to be named an influential marketer in franchising among so many inspiring CMOs,” said Jennifer LoBianco, senior vice president of marketing for Best Life Brands. “Overseeing marketing at Best Life Brands puts me in the unique position of helping multiple brands reach customers in need of services during a critical time in their senior care continuum. Through marketing programs and resources, our goal is to build the most effective tools to educate potential clients, their families, referral partners and support our franchisees.”

Best Life Brands, LLC is a holding company that includes ComForCare and At Your Side, premier franchised providers of home care; CarePatrol, the nation’s largest franchised senior care solutions organization; Blue Moon Estate Sales, the leading estate sale franchise in the U.S., and Boost Home Healthcare, dedicated to providing superior in-home nursing, therapy, and home care services, which together include more than 500 franchise locations across the U.S. and Canada.

“Jennifer is an incredible asset to Best Life Brands with her deep marketing expertise and ability to juggle the direction and strategy of four brands,” says J.J. Sorrenti, CEO of Best Life Brands. “She has brought innovative programs to the table that have been powerful marketing tools for franchisees and have positioned Best Life Brands as a leader in the senior care space.”

The 50 Franchise CMO Gamechangers list is a celebration of top marketing executives who meet (and exceed) unique challenges every day. Recipients were nominated by their peers in the industry.

To see the full list, visit https://www.entrepreneur.com/marketing/50-franchise-cmos-who-are-changing-the-game/437053

To learn more about Best Life Brands, visit https://www.bestlifebrands.com/.

About Best Life Brands, LLC

Based in Troy, Mich., Best Life Brands, LLC is a holding company that includes ComForCare and At Your Side, premier franchised providers of home care; CarePatrol, the nation’s largest franchised senior care solutions organization; Blue Moon Estate Sales, the leading estate sale franchise in the U.S., and Boost Home Healthcare, dedicated to providing superior in-home nursing, therapy, and home care services, which together include more than 500 franchise locations across the U.S. and Canada. With a private equity investment from The Riverside Company, Best Life Brands is a platform of award-winning complementary businesses that serve people along the continuum of care.

3 11, 2022

Gotcha Covered continues expansion in Connecticut with opening of second location

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-11-03T10:06:30-04:00November 3rd, 2022|Tags: blinds, custom window treatments, draperies, Gotcha Covered, shutters|

Leading window treatment franchise to provide premium window treatments, consultation services to Stamford community.

STAMFORD, Conn. — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, is continuing its expansion in Connecticut with the opening of Gotcha Covered of Stamford. With the opening of the new center, the franchise has two locations in the state.

The new home-based center is owned and operated by Dawris Gomez. With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, this business will provide the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in Fairfield County including Stamford, Greenwich, Old Greenwich, Cos Cob, Port Chester, Armonk, Riverside, and Bedford while offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“The Gotcha Covered brand dedicates itself to delivering a first-class experience to its customers,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “Nationally, we want our window treatments and consultation services to be accessible to those who look to improve the look of their homes and businesses. The new home-based center in Stamford will allow us to further our reach in the state of Connecticut.

“The local homeowners in the community are gaining an asset with Gotcha Covered of Stamford, and we are happy to have Dawris representing our brand with this new location.”

Gomez brings an extensive amount of experience to the Gotcha Covered brand. She holds a bachelor’s degree in history and a master’s in public relations and business communications, both from New York University. She has 12 years of experience working in retail sales, sales management, retail sales operations and B2B sales. She is also a graduate of Tony Robins Mastery University.

After deciding to leave the corporate world, Gomez began searching for an opportunity that would offer her an alternative lifestyle and a greater income opportunity. That’s when she came across Gotcha Covered with the help of a franchise broker.

“I knew Gotcha Covered was a great fit from the beginning,” said Gomez. “There is a real authentic energy here. With that comes superior support, engagement and commitment to success. I have no doubts that I made the right choice to join the Gotcha Covered team.”

Looking at the future, Gomez wants to grow roots and expand her business in order to be able to contribute on a larger scale year after year.

“My goal is to delight and over-deliver for my community,” Gomez said. “I look to forge many friendships and deliver five-star white glove service for every project. I want to make people fall in love with their home again or fall deeper in love with their new home.”

Adding 27 new franchise locations in 2021, Gotcha Covered currently has over 145 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada. The franchise has been operating under the Gotcha Covered name since 2009.

To schedule an appointment with Gotcha Covered of Stamford, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com/stamford/.

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 over 145 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada.

2 11, 2022

Restoration 1 Announces 2022 – 2023 Franchise Advisory Council Members

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-11-02T15:42:16-04:00November 2nd, 2022|Tags: emergency mitigations, plumbing repair and installation, Restoration 1, restoration and reconstructions services, restoration for both residential and commercial properties, water smoke fire mold storms damage|

DALLAS — Restoration 1^®, one of the fastest-growing and most-trusted restoration franchises in North America, has announced the franchisees selected to serve on the company’s 2022-2023 Franchise Advisory Council (“FAC”). The council facilitates transparency within the network on important topics within the Restoration 1 nation by having constructive open two-way communication between corporate and franchisees.

Members of the 2022-2023 FAC include:

President – Scott Whitaker – Spokane, WA
Vice President – Ron Jones – Greater Charlotte, NC; Winston-Salem, NC
Franky Burciaga – Austin,TX; San Antonio; Corpus Christi, TX
Brad Jeffries – Jackson, MS
Chris Kushmaul – Metro Detroit
Ryan Klis – Suffolk County, NY; Cape Cod, MA

“Transparency is a quality we aim to achieve within our growing network, and as a core value to Restoration 1 we’re prioritizing clear and honest communication through the participation and leadership of this new FAC. The members named to this council are outstanding leaders and business owners who exemplify the Stellar standard,” said Tom Gissler, President of Restoration 1. “As the company evolves and we experience rapid growth, we don’t want any of our franchise owners to feel left behind. The council helps ensure that everyone is heard, valued and understood as we navigate this growth together.”

The council includes franchise owners from three regions, with two representatives elected from each region. Each of the members were selected by their fellow Restoration 1 franchisees to represent them and have a voice in important operational decisions such as marketing, vendor relations and more. The FAC collects information to help Restoration 1 improve and grow the brand, while simultaneously sharing information with franchisees to help them understand initiatives and ways to strengthen and promote the brand.

“As president of the FAC, I am grateful to have the opportunity to facilitate open communication between Restoration 1 leadership and the franchisees and to be a positive voice to share any and all concerns or ideas from the field,” said council president Scott Whitaker.

To learn more about opening a Restoration 1 franchise, visit restoration1franchise.com.

About Restoration 1^®

Founded in 2008, Restoration 1 is an award-winning franchise that specializes in a wide array of emergency mitigations, restoration and reconstructions services. An industry innovator, the Texas-based company uses advanced technologies and tools to perform restoration for both residential and commercial properties that have been damaged due to water, smoke, fire, mold, storms and more. There have been 360 agreements awarded throughout the U.S. with plans to expand to more than 500 locations nationwide in the next couple of years. For more information about Restoration 1, visit http://www.restoration1.com.

2 11, 2022

Cruise Planners reserves two capsules and becomes the first franchise travel agency to offer space travel aboard Space Perspective’s Spaceship Neptune in 2025

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-11-02T15:34:40-04:00November 2nd, 2022|Tags: American Express Travel, Cruise Planners, home based franchise, travel advisor franchise network, vacations and travel experiences|

CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. — To infinity and beyond! Cruise Planners is excited to announce that they are working with Space Perspective to offer their clients a chance to break barriers and go beyond the final frontier: space. Cruise Planners has reserved two full capsules scheduled to fly in 2025 & 2027 respectively on Spaceship Neptune, developed to be the most accessible, most sustainable, and safest spacecraft on or above Planet Earth. The six-hour journey takes eight Explorers and a pilot to the edge of space in a luxurious pressurized capsule propelled by a SpaceBalloon™.

Spaceship Neptune will differ from other spacecraft by being attached and secured to the SpaceBalloon for the entirety of the flight, making it a safe and seamless journey for the traveler. Other vessels separate mid-flight and transfer to different flight systems. According to Space Perspective, Spaceship Neptune will be lifted to space by the SpaceBalloon, powered by renewable hydrogen with no rockets and no carbon footprint. Guests won’t have the jarring blastoff that is typical of space travel, but instead will ascend steadily at 12 mph, making the experience accessible for anyone who is able to fly with a commercial airline.

“Cruise Planners has always been a pioneer and at the forefront of innovation in the travel industry,” said Michelle Fee, CEO and founder of Cruise Planners. “We are excited for our advisors to be able to offer such a unique experience to their clients that pushes all boundaries of travel as we know it.”

The interior Space Lounge layout has been designed to maximize comfort and enhance the quintessential astronaut experience of seeing the beauty of Planet Earth from space. Explorers can take advantage of the telescope and interactive screens that share key information as the journey unfolds or celebrate with a champagne toast from the bar. Guests will be able to enjoy the view from the largest windows ever flown to space, giving Explorers 360-degree visibility. A high-speed Wi-Fi connection will be available, allowing guests to share the transformative experience with friends and family.

“Space Perspective is changing the face of space travel,” said Edyta Teper, Head of Global Sales-Trade Partnerships. “We are delighted that Cruise Planners is one of the early pioneers to present this exciting and life changing experience to their clients.”

Cruise Planners hosted the first of many seminars to train advisors on this unique experience so they can help answer any questions their clients may have. While this rare opportunity is not for the general consumer, Cruise Planners is thrilled to be able to provide rare and curated experiences for every type of traveler, with no boundaries and ready to conquer the next frontier.

About Space Perspective

Space Perspective is the world’s first luxury spaceflight experience company, led by industry luminaries Jane Poynter and Taber MacCallum. Starting in late 2024, Space Perspective will take Explorers to space inside Spaceship Neptune’s pressurized capsule propelled by a high-performance SpaceBalloon™ without using rocket fuel or high G forces. Space Explorers see the world anew through its vast windows, 450 miles in any direction. The ultra-comfortable, accessible, and gentle six-hour journey redefines space travel.

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About Cruise Planners

Cruise Planners was founded in 1994 and is the nation’s largest home-based travel agent franchise network. As a leader in the travel franchise industry, Cruise Planners positions a nation-wide network of 2,500 franchise owners for success by providing innovative marketing programs, proprietary and cutting-edge booking and technology tools, as well as professional development and travel agent training with the industry’s top executives. The company continues to be an industry leader and was named the No.1 travel franchise by Entrepreneur magazine for 18 consecutive years and awarded by Franchise Business Review as “Best-In-Category” for 2 years.

Franchise Business Review also ranked Cruise Planners #3 OVERALL on their list of Top 200 Franchises of 2022. Cruise Planners was recently featured in Entrepreneur as one of the top 30 franchise innovators in technology, has been consistently named as one of the Top Women-Owned Businesses by the South Florida Business Journal, is on the Inc. 5000 list as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America, and was recognized as one of the Top Workplaces by the Sun Sentinel.

Visit our website, www.cruiseplanners.com, for more information or to view the complete list of awards and honors. For those interested in becoming a franchise owner, please visit https://www.cruiseplannersfranchise.com/.

2 11, 2022

Neighborly® Acquires Junk King®, the Nation’s Top-Rated Junk Removal and Hauling Company

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-11-02T15:25:43-04:00November 2nd, 2022|Tags: home based franchise, home services franchisor, Junk King, Neighborly, Neighbourly, owner operated franchise opportunity, residential and commercial clients|

Latest acquisition adds a new service vertical and further solidifies the company’s intent to become the Hub for Home Services for consumers.

WACO, Texas — Neighborly®, the world’s largest home services company, announced today its acquisition of Junk King®, the nation’s top-rated junk removal and hauling company. Junk King has more than 150 locally owned franchises across 32 states and in Canada (as Junk Works®). This acquisition enters Neighborly into an entirely new service vertical and reinforces its position as the Hub for Home Services™.

“At Neighborly, we want to be the mainstream home services a homeowner typically needs on a reoccurring basis,” said Mike Bidwell, President and CEO of Neighborly. “We saw Junk King as another excellent opportunity to expand into a new service vertical with a brand that has a strong reoccurring business model and potential for growth. Junk King is one of a handful of scaled franchised companies operating in the $10 billion junk removal market today.”

Co-founder Michael Andreacchi started the company from his garage in San Carlos, California in 2005 and began franchising it in 2010. Today, the customer-centric brand prides itself on its unparalleled service and its goal to keep 60% of all materials it collects out of landfills by repurposing materials and recycling as much as it can. Junk King’s extra-large trucks — which are 20% bigger than its competitors’ — also work to decrease its carbon footprint while saving customers money at the same time.

“I never would have dreamed that we could grow Junk King into what it has become in the market today,” said Andreacchi. “This is due to the hard work and perseverance of our leadership team and employees, and further reinforced by our franchise owners, who believed in our vision and propelled the brand through their entrepreneurial drive. Now, with the opportunity for Junk King to join the largest home services company in the world, there’s no limit to how large this brand can become, and I’m certain this is the right step for the future.”

Lisa Merry, Chief Operating Officer for Junk King, has assumed a new role as Brand President. Merry has extensive experience in franchising with multiple prior leadership roles at Huntington Learning Centers, Coverall Health-Based Cleaning and School of Rock. Andreacchi will remain connected as an investor and Brand Ambassador for Junk King.

Neighborly recognizes that every associate plays a role in the overall value creation for the company. Junk King employees will be eligible to begin vesting into the Neighborly Associate Equity Program.

Boxwood Partners served as the exclusive sell-side advisor to Junk King for the transaction.

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

About Neighborly®
Neighborly is 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. 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 or through the Neighborly App. More information about Neighborly®, and its franchise concepts, is available at Neighborlybrands.com.

About Junk King®

Founded in 2005, Junk King was started by two friends in a two-car garage in San Carlos, California. In 2010, the company began franchising. Today, Junk King is the second largest junk removal company in North America with over 150 units and 70 franchisees. In the next five years, Junk King plans to add an additional 125 franchisees and 400 units in key markets throughout North America. Junk King saves consumers time and money by eliminating unwanted clutter quickly and efficiently. Junk King is best known for its professionalism, advanced technology programs and commitment to recycling, repurposing and reusing materials. The brand is currently the highest rated service business in North America with a net promoter score exceeding 90.

For more information about Junk King, please visit http://www.junk-king.com/. To inquire about franchise opportunities, visit http://www.junk-king.com/franchising/.

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