Monthly Archives: May 2023

31 05, 2023

Pet Supplies Plus Partners with Detroit Pistons and 313 Presents for Second Annual ‘Dog Days of Summer’ Adoption Event

2023-05-31T10:25:14-04:00May 31st, 2023|Tags: , , , , |

Family-Friendly Event with Adoptable Dogs and Cats, Guest Appearance from a Pistons Player, Giveaways and More.

LIVONIA, Mich.Pet Supplies Plus, the largest and most trusted pet retail franchise in the United States, announces its second annual ‘Dog Days of Summer’ adoption event in partnership with the Detroit Pistons and 313 Presents. The free family-friendly event will take place at Meadow Brook Amphitheatre on the campus of Oakland University on Saturday, June 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Focused on rescue groups and their adoptable animals, and helping raise funds for each in attendance, more than 20 shelters and rescues from the metro Detroit-area will be at ‘Dog Days of Summer.’ Rescues will have dogs and cats available for adoption on-site with many being able to go home that day but will vary by shelter.

“Last year’s event made such a difference with more than 100 pets being adopted, and we’re excited to give even more pets a forever home this year,” said Chris Rowland, Chief Executive Officer of Pet Supplies Plus. “We’re honored the Detroit Pistons, 313 Presents, 20 local shelters and other community vendors want to participate in support of these rescue animals. We encourage all community members looking to expand their families with a furry companion to join us at this great event.”

Detroit Pistons player Jaden Ivey will be at the event alongside Pistons Dancers, Hooper, and the team’s hype man “KevKnows.” Attendees can participate in giveaways with pet retailers, enjoy themed fun, local food trucks, live pet caricature drawings and more with their family, friends, and pets. There will also be a main giveaway where two lucky winners will receive a gift card to Pet Supplies Plus, summer fun essentials and a Visa gift card.

Free pet giveaways will be available from event sponsors including Merrick Petcare, Multipet, Outward Hound, Purina Pro Plan, Science Diet and more.

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 nearly 700 locations in 42 states and counting, we make shopping local simple. For more information visit www.petsuppliesplus.com.

31 05, 2023

Tint World® Announces Opening of Eighth Location in North Carolina

2023-05-31T10:17:10-04:00May 31st, 2023|Tags: , , , , |

Tint World® Fayetteville offers world-class automotive products and service for customers throughout Southeastern North Carolina, including Fort Bragg.

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C.Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading window tinting and automotive accessory franchise, celebrates the soft opening of its new location in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

Tint World® Fayetteville, owned by Shawn McMaster, Jaysen McMaster Foreman, and Candi Krueger, provides premium automotive aftermarket styling services for residents in the Fayetteville area, including the brave service members stationed at Fort Bragg.

“The three of us share a passion for automobiles, and we all love North Carolina,” said Shawn McMaster. “We have extensive experience with Tint World®, and we are proud to bring their world-class offerings to the Fayetteville community. We are also thrilled to be able to serve Fort Bragg and the area’s military community. Our brand-new, state-of-the-art facility is backed by Tint World®’s industry-leading business model, which is based on equipping its franchisees with all the tools needed for success. As a result, we’re uniquely positioned — and excited — to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers.”

Tint World® Fayetteville marks the eighth location in North Carolina, with their official grand opening celebration scheduled for July. Shawn, Jaysen, and Candi also own and operate Tint World® Greensboro and have two additional Tint World® franchise locations scheduled to open in the near future.

“Our continuing success throughout North Carolina demonstrates the strength of Tint World®’s proven franchise system and vision for growth,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World®. “Shawn, Jaysen and Candi have embraced our reliable, repeatable processes, with results that speak for themselves. Their continued commitment to Tint World® and their customers shows what is possible for our franchisees, inspiring all of us to continue aiming for the highest levels of success.”

Tint World® Fayetteville, located at 621 Bonanza Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina 28303, serves Fayetteville, Stedman, Fort Bragg, Dunn, Hope Mills, Woodbridge, Judson, Fenix, East Over, Wade, and Vander. To book an appointment, request a quote, or find out more about the store and its products and services, call (910) 900-8318 or visit https://www.tintworld.com/locations/nc/fayetteville-163/.

Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ offer sales and installation of auto accessories, mobile electronics, audio video equipment, security systems, custom wheels and tire packages, window tinting, vehicle wraps, paint protection films, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, maintenance, and repair services, and more. Tint World® is also the leading provider of residential, commercial, and marine computerized window tinting and security film services for residential, commercial, and marine applications. With locations spanning the U.S. and abroad, there are countless franchise opportunities available worldwide.

About Tint World®

Founded in 1982, Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ is America’s largest and fastest-growing automotive accessories and window tinting international franchise, specializing in window tinting, protective films, vehicle wraps, audio and electronics, security systems, car and truck accessories, wheels, and tires, detailing and ceramic coating, and installation services.

Tint World® Mobile Services™ include marine, residential, and commercial window tinting films, solar films, decorative films, safety and security films, and protective ceramic coatings. Tint World® has locations in the United States, Canada, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, with master franchise opportunities available worldwide. To find out more, please visit www.TintWorld.com or https://www.tintworld.com/franchise-opportunities.

31 05, 2023

ComForCare Establishes Exclusive Partnership with Connected Home Living to Launch Connected Care, Providing 24/7 Monitoring

2023-05-31T10:07:27-04:00May 31st, 2023|Tags: , , , , |

Technology will enable older adults with diverse care needs to confidently and safely live at home with proactive and ongoing support.

TROY, Mich.ComForCare, a franchised provider of in-home caregiving services, forges an exclusive partnership with Connected Home Living, the leader in remote patient care, to introduce Connected Care for clients. The new technology will be integrated into ComForCare/At Your Side’s in-home care protocol to monitor vital signs, alerts, medications, mental and physical state of older adults cared for, on a daily basis, ensuring continuity of care and rapid intervention for best possible outcomes.

“This partnership is a transformative step forward in our commitment to delivering comprehensive and compassionate care to our clients,” stated J.J. Sorrenti, CEO of Best Life Brands, parent company of ComForCare/At Your Side Home Care. “The integration of virtual care into daily use alongside our hands-on, in-home care is revolutionizing the way we empower older adults to maintain their independence and well-being. With the ability to detect weakness, illness, and support dementia progression, caregivers can respond swiftly and manage proactively, ultimately gaining more time to focus on an individual’s social and well-being needs that are crucial to thriving in the home.”

Connected Care enhances care with:

Fall Detection: the fall detection technology responds within minutes without the need for cameras or wearables. Placed throughout the home, 4D-radar-enabled fall detection devices detect falls by triggering an automated response when someone falls below a certain height threshold. The technology is always active and ready to intervene.

Wellness Monitoring: non-intrusive sensors gather real-time activity and daily living patterns to establish a baseline for individuals. This helps ensure that everything is okay by learning normal day and nighttime activities. When there’s a deviation from this baseline, remote care coordinators are alerted to address potential risks. Data is always being reviewed to allow for identification of unusual patterns and to provide better insights.

Daily Virtual Calls: individuals can receive personalized care and support from remote care coordinators via video calls and regular check-ins. The coordinators monitor the individual’s medical conditions and ensure that they have access to necessary medications and household supplies. If any items are missing, the coordinators respond promptly to address the issue. These calls not only combat loneliness but also build personal relationships and improve the overall wellness of the individual.

Chronic Disease Management: Bluetooth telehealth devices (such as a weight scale, blood pressure, or pulse oxygen) and an app on a phone or tablet enable home management of chronic conditions (where location licensing permits). These devices capture vital information, to ensure they remain stable,and provide medication reminders. Alerts and follow-ups are sent for missed check-ins, and symptom changes are monitored.

“We are looking forward to this partnership with ComForCare and At Your Side Home care to bring technological efficiencies and prioritize care and resources to older adults. This integrated approach of in-home care and technology allows an older adult to reach optimal health and thrive in their home,” says Neil Tantingco, founder and CEO of Connected Home Living. “We are passionate about supporting patients and their families by extending the care management team, reducing social isolation, and promoting healthy behaviors.”

Connected Care will be rolling out across ComForCare and At Your Side Home Care franchise locations over the next several months.

To learn more about ComForCare, visit www.comforcare.com.

To learn more about Connected Home Living, visit www.connectedhomeliving.com

About Connected Home Living:

Connected Home Living is the leader in remote patient monitoring and telehealth services with over 400 nationwide home health, hospital, private care, and independent/assisted living clients operating in Canada and the U.S. Our Mission is to bridge the gap in health care and enable the individuals to heal in the privacy of their own home. We help adults stay out of the hospital and assist our clients in providing first class, quality care in a unique way. Boasting an astonishing 2-8% readmission rate company wide, Connected Home Living partners with award winning industry leaders in software and hardware to provide a full circle of product, software and services for chronic disease management, virtual caregiving, and fall safety. Connected Home Living is committed to helping people live their best lives possible and offers special programs, including remote companionship, virtual activities, and state of the art fall detection and wellness monitoring. Founded in 2015, Connected Home Living has been privately held and funded with an intimate group of friends and family.

About ComForCare Home Care:

ComForCare is a premier franchised provider of in-home caregiving services with 270 territories independently-owned and operated in Canada and the U.S., helping older adults live independently in their own homes. ComForCare operates as At Your Side in Houston, Texas. ComForCare is committed to helping people live their best lives possible and offers special programs, including fall risk prevention, dementia care, meaningful activities, and Joyful Memories music. Founded in 1996, ComForCare was acquired by private equity firm The Riverside Company in 2017 and is now part of Best Life Brands, which has plans for continued expansion of service brands across the continuum of care. ComForCare has earned a ranking of 402 on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list. For more information, visit www.comforcare.com.

31 05, 2023

WIN Home Inspection Launches Partnership with Fisher House Foundation to Further Support Military Veterans

2023-05-31T09:59:38-04:00May 31st, 2023|Tags: , , , |

Home Inspection Company Marks 30th Anniversary by Helping Maintain Comfort Homes Where Veteran Families Stay While Loved Ones Undergo Medical Treatment.

CHICAGOWIN Home Inspection, the #1 ranked and fastest-growing home inspection franchise in the U.S., announces a new partnership with Fisher House Foundation, providing on-going support through volunteerism and gift-in-kind services. The partnership was formed to mark WIN’s 30th anniversary as a leading home inspection business and to honor veterans during National Military Appreciation Month.

“Caring for those who have served our nation is a responsibility we all share, and WIN is honored to partner with Fisher House Foundation in providing safe and comfortable stays for our veterans’ families in proximity to their loved ones undergoing medical treatment,” said Praful Mittal, WIN Home Inspection CEO. “As we work together to inspect and maintain these houses, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by our brave service members and their families. We are deeply grateful for the service of our veterans, and we remain committed to supporting them in any way we can,” added Mittal.

Fisher Houses are donated to the Departments of Veterans Affairs or Defense upon completion and become part of the medical center they serve. Inspections are typically carried out by maintenance staff at the medical center. This gift-in-kind donation will alleviate the burden on those public servants and allow for the early identification and repair of any potential issues that might have developed over time.

WIN Home Inspection has a network of more than 260 locations in 45 states, making it one of the fastest-growing home inspection companies in the United States with more than one-third of its franchise owners being military veterans and first responders. The home inspection company’s 20 percent discount on the initial franchising fee for veterans and first responders has helped retired military members establish a new, successful career for themselves after service.

As helping veterans is at the forefront of WIN Home Inspection’s mission, they are excited to collaborate with Fisher House Foundation, a nonprofit organization that houses veterans and their families free of charge while their loved ones undergo medical treatment. The homes are located at medical and VA centers around the world with up to 21 suites each, a common kitchen, laundry facilities, dining room, and living room.

“For more than 30 years, Fisher House Foundation has been there for families as a loved one receives care at military and veteran medical centers,” said Fisher House Foundation CEO Ken Fisher. “We welcome WIN Home Inspection’s assistance in keeping these comfort homes comfortable, safe, and well-maintained as they serve a new generation of veterans.”

As part of a larger partnership, WIN Home Inspection will be active and engaged with Fisher House staff across the country to address their needs when it comes to maintaining the homes. Additionally, WIN Home Inspection’s Strategic Partners (franchise owners) across the country will volunteer to help with landscaping projects, provide warm meals to residents and more, as well as offer free Healthy Home Checks to ensure the health and safety of the homes.

WIN Home Inspection plans to continue to grow its support with Fisher House Foundation in the near future.

To learn more about Fisher House Foundation and how you can support their mission, visit fisherhouse.org. For more information about how WIN supports military veterans or the franchising process, click here. 

About Fisher House Foundation
Fisher House Foundation serves as “a home away from home” and is best known for its network of comfort homes where military and veterans’ families can stay at no cost while their loved ones are receiving medical treatment. Since 1990, Fisher House Foundation has saved over 455,000 military and veterans’ families more than $575 million in out-of-pocket costs for lodging and transportation. Today, there are 95 Fisher Houses located across the United States, Germany and United Kingdom. Fisher House Foundation is currently on the Road to 100 Fisher Houses that, when completed, will serve over 1,400 military and veteran families on any given night.

About WIN Home Inspection

WIN Home Inspection is the #1 ranked and the fastest-growing home inspection services franchise in the U.S., and has been providing homeowners, buyers and sellers with the widest range of inspection services for 30 years to help improve health, safety and quality of life. Founded in 1993, WIN has more than 260 locations across 45 states, and has been transforming the home inspection industry with innovative techniques and the latest tools and technologies to deliver actionable insights and exceptional customer service. WIN is a major supporter of veterans and first responders in their post-service careers, which is why more than one-third of WIN’s franchise owners have a military or emergency services background. For more information about WIN Home Inspection, visit www.wini.com, and for more information about franchise development, visit www.winfranchising.com

30 05, 2023

Storytelling and Sticking to It

2023-05-30T16:42:20-04:00May 30th, 2023|Tags: , , , |

Sergio came to America from Europe 21 years ago to take a logistics position at a Fortune 100 company in the Northwest. Several years later, cutbacks and layoffs occurred, and he needed to make a change. There were no similar corporations in the region and very few good job opportunities. Furthermore, Sergio saw that starting over with another company would probably lead to more of the same. By Jack Monson

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30 05, 2023

Half Full

2023-05-30T16:36:21-04:00May 30th, 2023|Tags: , , , |

Recently I had a candidate who’d get real excited about an opportunity but the very next day it’d be inevitable that he’d contact me with something negative or what I call “stinkin’ thinkin’.” In other words, instead of seeing the glass half full, he saw it as half empty. By Don Clayton

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30 05, 2023

Back to the Basics

2023-05-30T16:26:48-04:00May 30th, 2023|Tags: , , |

While the country is experiencing corporate downsizing and layoffs, we highly advise companies not to neglect the staff they have retained. Unfortunately, there are companies who while experiencing the emotional trauma of laying off staff, that forget they still have employees and those are the ones that must have customer service training. By Nancy Friedman

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30 05, 2023

FranServe, Inc.: Franchise Consultant Fathers Reflect on Their Roles

2023-05-30T16:15:16-04:00May 30th, 2023|Tags: , , , |

With Father’s Day around the corner, we asked FranServe Affiliate Franchise Consultants, who also are fathers, what it’s like to be FranFathers. While the consultants have different backgrounds, they’ve found the following to be true: Being a FranServe Affiliate Franchise Consultant has afforded them the flexibility and freedom to be present with their families while growing their businesses. By Nancy E. Williams

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