Since this issue is all about WOW: Women of Wonder, I will focus on female founders and franchisees. As you read more, you will hopefully realize there is opportunity for everyone. Showcase your diverse range of talents as an exceptional franchise founder or local franchise owner. By Dawn Abbamondi
As loved ones grow older and need more assistance, it can be challenging for families to find the right support. Oftentimes, it requires moving a loved one out of their home and into a 24/7 care facility. The Wallace family, however, makes that transition easier. By Shelby Green
Every year starting in mid-September and lasting through the end of October, the Hofbräuhaus Buffalo in New York, celebrates the Bavarian tradition of Oktoberfest with its local community. By Kelsi Trinidad
Susan Nimnuan earned degrees in business administration and criminal justice while living in Michigan in 2005. However, she felt drawn toward a different field – healthcare – and followed in her father’s footsteps after graduation. By Lizzy Yeserski
Susan Nimnuan earned degrees in business administration and criminal justice while living in Michigan in 2005. However, she felt drawn toward a different field – healthcare – and followed in her father’s footsteps after graduation. By Patty Horansky
Leading Personal Training Brand Comes Together to Celebrate Rapid Growth with Dozens of Franchise Owners Awarded.
MELVILLE, N.Y. — GYMGUYZ, the world’s largest in-home and on-site personal training franchise, recently held its seventh annual Recharge convention in Orlando, Florida. On the heels of the launch of its Assisted Stretch Services, which was the focus of this year’s convention, the three-day conference was packed with exciting presentations and roundtable discussions aimed at sharing best practices for franchise partners to leverage assets and resources.
Due to its success as a leading provider of in-home personal training services, GYMGUYZ recently expanded its capabilities to offer fitness programs at corporations, schools, hospitals, and residential communities including apartment complexes and senior living centers. Combined with the launch of Assisted Stretch Services, GYMGUYZ is diversifying its service offerings to clients while continuing in its mission to bring convenient, customized and creative workouts wherever people want them.
“The energy and excitement we felt from our franchise owners at this year’s Recharge convention was electric,” said Josh York, Founder & CEO of GYMGUYZ. “Between educational sessions related to our new Assisted Stretch Services and our annual franchisee awards, everyone left the convention having grown their professional network, deepened their understanding of GYMGUYZ’s services, and been reminded of the impact that personal training can have.”
At the convention, a number of franchisees were recognized with a variety of awards by senior leadership:
“At GYMGUYZ, we are persistent in our pursuit of empowering our franchisees to build their client base and help communities across the globe reach their fitness goals,” said Phil Brojan, President of GYMGUYZ. “GYMGUYZ is transforming lives every day, not just the lives of our clients, but the lives of our franchise owners, who are building great businesses by making a difference in their communities. We are laser-focused on elevating our clients’ fitness journeys, and with the launch of Assisted Stretch, we are serving our clients in more ways than ever.”
GYMGUYZ uses a variety of customized fitness programs, including strength training, cardio fitness, sports conditioning, group fitness, weight loss and toning, senior fitness, youth and teen fitness, assisted stretch, and nutrition counseling to help people reach their health goals. GYMGUYZ’s Certified Personal Trainers are experts in using GYMGUYZ methodologies, and they employ various techniques and tools to ensure that no two workouts are ever the same. GYMGUYZ has no contracts or monthly fees, and the first session is always free.
Currently, GYMGUYZ serves over 1,000 cities across three countries and is continuing to grow rapidly as they expand their offerings beyond in-home workouts with corporate and on-site fitness programs.
To learn more about GYMGUYZ consumer and business services, visit https://www.gymguyz.com/. To learn more about franchising with GYMGUYZ, visit https://www.gymguyz.com/franchise-opportunities/.
About GYMGUYZ
GYMGUYZ is proud to be the largest in-home and on-site personal training company in the world. GYMGUYZ brings the workout to their clients and provides convenient, customized, and creative workouts. Headquartered in Melville, N.Y., and founded in 2008 by fitness specialist Josh York, the brand delivers expert personal trainers that utilize a fleet of branded vehicles stocked with state-of-the-art fitness equipment to deliver exceptional fitness experiences. In 2019, the brand was recognized as No. 5 on Inc. Mag’s 10 Hottest Franchise Businesses in America, which highlighted their growth of more than 801% over the last three years. In 2023, they were included in Entrepreneur’s Startups’ roundup of the year’s Hottest Business Opportunities. GYMGUYZ also scored the first and second place spots on Franchise Gator’s annual list of the Top 100 Fastest-Growing Franchises and received recognition as a top franchise in Entrepreneur’s Highly Competitive 41st Annual Franchise 500. Now serving over 1,000 cities internationally, including cities in the United States, United Kingdom and Canada, GYMGUYZ is the fastest-growing fitness concept in the U.S. with plans to open another 75 territories by the end of 2023. For more information on GYMGUYZ and franchising opportunities, visit http://www.gymguyz.com/.
Local owner Matt Greene and General Manager Kristin Lum-Perreira will host an event at the Air Force Academy game this weekend and a grand opening luncheon in October.
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Matt Greene, a 23-year U.S. Air Force veteran and current construction company chief, announced today that the company will host an event for Temporary Wall Systems (TWS) Colorado Springs, the first and leading full-service temporary containment wall provider in the United States, at the Air Force Falcons game against the San Diego State Aztecs on Saturday, Sept. 30.
Greene and his general manager, Kristin Lum-Perreira, will have models of the containment walls on display at the game held at the Air Force Academy stadium in Academy, Colorado.
They will also host a grand opening lunch and learn event on Oct. 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at their new office at 3104 Century Street, Colorado Springs, Colorado. The wall containment company will provide a barbeque meal for attendees of the luncheon event.
Lum-Perreira will handle TWS Colorado Springs’ day-to-day operations while Greene continues his role as the CEO of MAVericks Construction, also located in Colorado Springs.
“Colorado Springs is a booming city with a thriving high-tech, military, healthcare and tourism base,” Greene said. “Because the city is undergoing this wave of expansion, Temporary Wall Systems Colorado Springs will fill a very real need in the community. Our rentable and reusable containment walls are a perfect option for businesses to separate people and property from ongoing renovations and construction so they stay safe and protected.”
Greene, an Arkansas native, moved to Colorado Springs in 1989 to attend the United States Air Force Academy. After retiring from the Air Force in 2017, he started MAVericks Construction. He also received a master’s degree in civil engineering from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville.
Lum-Perreira worked as the business office manager for another local federal contractor before being named general manager of TWS Colorado Springs. She was born in Tacoma, Washington, but moved to Oahu, Hawaii, where she was raised. She moved to Colorado Springs in 2019 and has worked in operations and management for a variety of companies in residential and commercial construction and federal contract management.
“I love the challenge of starting new things, so it’s exciting to be a part of a brand-new company,” she said. “Matt and his team are tremendously supportive and are proven winners. It will be an honor to learn from him and expand TWS Colorado Springs during this time of growth for the city.”
Greene says he hopes TWS Colorado Springs will provide the community with employment opportunities, and he looks forward to giving back to the area that has been his home off and on for more than 11 years.
TWS is part of HomeFront Brands, a family of emerging, franchised residential and commercial property service brands that offers integrated technology, data support, lead generation, business intelligence systems and training to its partners.
Temporary Wall Systems provides modular wall systems that are designed with versatility in mind. The company’s full-service business model simplifies construction and renovation by taking care of the entire containment process, from job site delivery to expert installation and removal when the project is complete.
For more information about Temporary Wall Systems Colorado Springs, please visit https://tempwallsystems.com/locations/colorado-springs/.
About Temporary Wall Systems
Founded in 2017 and franchised since 2022, Temporary Wall Systems (TWS) is the first and leading full-service, rentable containment wall provider in the United States. TWS offers commercial contractors and facilities managers a turnkey alternative to labor-intensive interim containment methods like drywall. Our customers benefit from clean and quiet business continuity during construction, renovation, or maintenance projects in healthcare, public transportation, education, retail, and commercial office facilities. TWS is a brand partner of HomeFront Brands, a platform company of emerging property service franchises. Explore the versatility of Temporary Wall Systems at https://tempwallsystems.com/.
About HomeFront Brands
HomeFront Brands empowers entrepreneurs to create thriving franchised residential and commercial property service brands. Driven by an experienced team of franchise executives and rooted in family values, HomeFront Brands helps emerging or established concepts accelerate their growth by delivering enterprise-level solutions to local business owners who aspire to build a dynasty and create generational wealth. By leveraging integrated technology, data-driven intelligence and advanced learning management systems, HomeFront Brands is building a foundation for its brands — Window Hero, The Designery, Temporary Wall Systems, BiltRite Home Inspections, Top Rail Fence and Mozzie Dome – to transform lives through franchise ownership.
For more information about HomeFront Brands’ current solutions, new business development, and franchising opportunities, please visit https://homefrontbrands.com/.
Independent research shows that the fast-growing National Automotive Styling Center™ delivers industry-leading performance and outstanding value for franchisees.
BOCA RATON, Fla. — Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, ranks among the top 2% of all franchise businesses and is ranked #1 in the automotive sector for franchisee financing creditworthiness based on independent research by leading franchise market intelligence firm FRANdata.
Tint World’s 2023 FRANdata FUND score of 885 leads all other automotive franchises. The company’s high score reflects Tint World’s proven value and financial reliability for franchisees.
The FUND score is a franchise credit score that rates 12 credit risk categories such as franchise business success rates, franchise unit profitability, and franchisee support. Top-scoring brands such as Tint World excel in each of these metrics, making it easy for lenders to do business with them. The FRANdata FUND score is widely regarded as the best predictor of the future performance of a franchise system that publicly available information can provide.
“Our mission at Tint World is to support the success and growth of our franchisees, and this ranking reinforces that message,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, CEO and president of Tint World. “In addition to a world-class franchise system that mitigates risk for our franchisees, we also offer them unique access to a network of top trusted lenders. Ultimately, our track record of outstanding performance means our franchisees can invest with confidence that the Tint World brand will continue growing and building value.”
FRANdata is an industry-leading research and consulting firm offering market intelligence that enables clients to grow their business in franchising. The FUND scoring system is embraced by banks of all sizes that collectively represent over $5 trillion in assets. Even regulators have acknowledged the importance of FUND scores as a credit risk monitoring tool for banks.
“The FUND scores provide a quantifiable measure of Tint World’s strong foundation, positioning us firmly for future growth and expansion,” said Tint World Chief Investment Officer Jonathan Norman. “These scores reflect our commitment to ensuring the continued success of all our franchisees while highlighting our financial stability, operational efficiency, and strategic vision.”
FUND Reports quantify for a lender how a franchise system’s performance and characteristics affect the likelihood of a loan default. Used in conjunction with an assessment of the franchisee borrower, lenders are able to determine the overall risk profile associated with a loan, set appropriate terms, and establish appropriate loan capital reserves. FRANdata produces hundreds of FUND Scores annually for lenders that represent the majority of SBA franchise financing and supports commercial lending to franchising as well.
“Over four decades, Tint World has consistently produced impressive outcomes,” remarked Darrell Johnson, CEO of FRANdata. “This has established them as a coveted franchise option within the automotive sector. They understand the significance of assisting their franchisees in securing financing. Their FUND score attests to the substantial benefits the franchise offers its franchisees, coupled with their unwavering commitment to supporting their future success.”
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 with locations throughout the U.S. and abroad, with franchise opportunities available worldwide.
About FRANdata
FRANdata is an industry-leading research and consulting firm offering market intelligence that enables our clients to grow their business in franchising. FRANdata offers independent, comprehensive market insight focusing on the franchise ecosystem. By leveraging the largest database of proprietary franchise information in the industry, FRANdata harnesses facts and figures into winning strategies that transform mediocre results into highly successful outcomes for our clients. FRANdata is the creator of the FUND (Franchise Credit Scoring) report which is relied upon by lenders with 5 trillion dollars in assets to assess their franchise credit risks. For more information go to www.frandata.com.
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.
Take your pick from tours in Jacksonville or Miami on the original party bike.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. and MIAMI — Fall into a new season and take advantage of cooler temperatures in Florida with a tour on North America’s #1 party bike. Pedal Pub Jacksonville and Pedal Pub Miami are both under new ownership with plans for exciting new additions to routes in the works.
Pedal Pub Jacksonville gives riders a feel of the city weaving through the Riverside and Five Points neighborhoods, taking in historic homes with a stop for photos at the St. John’s River. Or, choose from a route through the Springfield neighborhood north of downtown with stops at local bars.
“I’ve been a passenger, and I’ve worked on these tours, and each bike is always such a sight to see coming down the street,” new co-owner Jason Cleary said. “The public reception is incredible every single time with people taking photos and videos, which makes the experience so unique.”
Take in the vibrant culture of the Wynwood neighborhood on a tour with Pedal Pub Miami. Each tour stops at the most iconic murals in the neighborhood and offers opportunities to enjoy the local bars and restaurants or bring your own drinks on the bike.
“This is a chance to do something that doesn’t exist anywhere else in Miami,” general manager Gerry Rodriguez said. “Whether you’re celebrating a birthday and want to bring food and cake, or you want to pedal around and drink, there’s something for everyone.”
Started in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Pedal Pub now has more than 60 franchised and licensed locations across North America. For more information and booking, visit pedalpub.com/locations/.
About Pedal Pub:
Pedal Pub was founded in 2007. As a leader in the experiential tourism industry, Pedal Pub provides guests with a uniquely fun, social and exciting two-hour experience. The brand has over 60 franchised and licensed locations open and operating throughout the United States and Canada. Learn more about the brand, locations and booking a tour at www.pedalpub.com and visit pedalpub.com/franchising/ to find out more about franchise ownership.
Veteran brings a wide variety of home maintenance, cleaning, and repair services, offers career opportunities for local veterans.
BELTON, Texas — Window Hero, a HomeFront Brands franchise specializing in a wide range of exterior cleaning services, announces the opening of its second location in Texas. The newest branch, located in Temple–Belton, is owned by Mike Murphy and offers window cleaning, gutter care, pressure washing and more.
A graduate from Southern Nazarene University in Bethany, OK, Murphy has lived in Belton for the past 17 years with his wife, Katie Murphy, and their daughter. He learned about Window Hero while attending a franchise event in Dallas.
“This is an underserved market. My personal experience with window cleaning businesses has been poor, and I want to change that for others in the area,” Murphy said. “My overall vision is to create a business that is in high demand and serves as the premier team of experts.”
Having served over 12 years in the military, Murphy wants to implement a mentorship program for veterans transitioning out of the Army.
“Belton is highly populated with active-duty service members and veterans, and I want to create more possibilities for locals looking for a career change into the civilian world,” Murphy said. “I understand the challenges that come with that transition, and I’m thankful to be in a place where I can help others navigate those challenges.”
Following his military service, Murphy went on to run his own financial advisory office and insurance firm before transitioning into the operational department for a franchise.
“From my military service to experience as a financial advisor, I believe leadership is the number one skill that will translate into being a successful business owner,” Murphy said.
Building a business that he and his family can call their own is a priority for Murphy. The work-life balance of franchising and the vision to create a business in high demand played a major role in his decision to open a Window Hero location.
“I want to start something that my family can call their own,” Murphy said. “I want to empower our young daughter to reach her goals, and I want to set an example for her.”
The ribbon cutting for the new location will take place on Oct. 12 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Belton Area Chamber of Commerce. Food will be catered by Miller’s Smokehouse and giveaways will be available at the event.
For more information about Window Hero Temple-Belton, please visit https://windowhero.com/locations/temple-belton/.
About HomeFront Brands:
HomeFront Brands empowers entrepreneurs to create thriving franchised residential and commercial property service brands. Driven by an experienced team of franchise executives and rooted in family values, HomeFront Brands helps emerging or established concepts accelerate their growth by delivering enterprise-level solutions to local business owners who aspire to build a dynasty and create generational wealth. By leveraging integrated technology, data-driven intelligence and advanced learning management systems, HomeFront Brands is building a foundation for its brands — Window Hero, The Designery, Temporary Wall Systems, BiltRite Home Inspections, Top Rail Fence and Mozzie Dome – to transform lives through franchise ownership.
For more information about HomeFront Brands’ current solutions, new business development, and franchising opportunities, please visit HomeFrontBrands.com.
About Window Hero
Window Hero is a trusted and reliable company specializing in a wide range of exterior cleaning services. Whether it’s window cleaning, gutter care, pressure washing, soft washing, gutter guard installation or even solar panel cleaning, Window Hero has the right team of experts, skills and equipment to get the job done right. Window Hero offers routine maintenance and one-time deep cleaning services. Founded in 2005 as Labor Panes, founder Tyler Kirk started the company as a residential window cleaning service before expanding it to offer a variety of exterior cleaning, repair and maintenance services. For more information about Window Hero, please visit https://windowhero.com/.