When Steve Dickey shows up to work in the morning, his to-do list looks different than the average professional – unless they’re in the business of supporting communities through a disaster. By Sarah Lindauer
From burst pipes to natural disasters, water damage doesn’t discriminate. Add to the mix a country with an aging infrastructure, and you have the perfect – and profitable – storm for a growing home restoration industry. By Sarah Lindauer
After years as a senior executive in a multi-national chemicals company, Chris Toomey decided to exit the corporate world and take the plunge into entrepreneurship. Toomey recognized that, although he had built an impressive career, the ability to help and connect with his community on a personal level was missing. By Elice Morgenson
Charles Bonfiglio always dreamed of having his own car stereo and accessories shop. Ever since his days of tricking out his Chevelle while in high school in his hometown of Brooklyn, New York, Bonfiglio gained a reputation for fixing up the coolest rides in the neighborhood. By Kelsi Trinidad
Speed is crucial in business. If you do not keep up, then your competitor surely will. Speedy Patch Drywall Repair’s name says it all: The brand’s trade professionals are fast and expertly trained. By Elice Morgenson
For Mr. Transmission/Milex and its parent company, the Moran Family of Brands, it’s all about the drive: Dedication, Respect, Integrity, Vision, and Enthusiasm. The co-branded unit offers a one-stop shop that keeps loyal customers returning. By Lizzy Yeserski
According to Forbes magazine, adding any storage, from a simple kitchen pantry to a magnificently appointed bedroom closet, can increase the value of a home. It’s a fact that Leo Goldberger and Curt Swanson leveraged to launch Clozetivity, the A-to-Z storage solution company. By Lizzy Yeserski
Where are you in your current career? Looking for something new? Thinking of becoming a business owner, serving your community? Thinking of going nationwide? Bring franchisees along for the ride! By Dawn Abbamondi
Nikki Richardson was working in fundraising for a large nonprofit when she was introduced to L.A. Bikini and the sugaring hair removal process. She heard from other coworkers that they were going to get sugared on their lunch break at the Mountain Brook, Alabama, location near their office, so she booked an appointment as well. From the first appointment, Richardson was hooked and bought a membership that day. By Kelsi Trinidad
Armando Morales was an executive in the tech industry who traveled three weeks every month. Although he found success in his career, he was motivated to make a change; his two aging parents needed in-home care due to bedbound illnesses, and his search to find them the care they needed was both frustrating and disappointing. By Nancy E. Williams