The idea behind FRESH® Healthy Café, a quick-service restaurant franchise across the U.S. and Canada, is to make delicious, healthy food more accessible. The concept, which requires low overhead since no cooking is done on-site, has made a big splash in high-traffic areas like airports, malls, sports facilities and more by offering fresh protein bowls, smoothies, wraps and paninis in just a few minutes. By Jessica Petrucelli
Branded with the most iconic Hollywood names in the hemp industry, Cheech & Chong’s Apothicaria continues to experience impressive growth by providing franchisees with diverse ownership opportunities and a proven business model. Established in 2024, the brand currently has five stores open in Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas, with another in the process of opening in Denton, Texas. By Erika Ortega
The Swing Bays™, founded and headquartered in Parker, Colorado, hit a big milestone this past February, announcing “a significant expansion into North Carolina with five new locations,” as reported in a press release. “This strategic move strengthens the franchise brand’s presence on the East Coast while complementing its established West Coast operations.” By Nancy E. Williams
Season 2® Consign believes that there is a more sustainable way to shop for quality luxury items that also makes them more attainable to the average shopper. The company has created a unique shopping experience that integrates e-commerce, where clients shop on platforms like Instagram, TikTok and SC2TV, with traditional retail, where clients schedule appointments to visit showrooms. This hybrid model makes the consignment shopping experience unique and immersive for customers. By Kelsi Trinidad
BrightStar Care® has spent over two decades building its reputation as a premier franchise in the senior care industry. Offering both medical and nonmedical services, including companion care, personal care and medical staffing, the company stands out with its multi-revenue stream model, a robust national accounts program and a commitment to the highest quality of care, particularly nurse-led care. By Tamara Rahoumi
For people passionate about changing the lives of those struggling with addiction, Simple Solutions Behavioral Health is built on a foundation of personal experience and deep compassion. It offers a unique franchise opportunity for individuals looking to build a successful business while making a meaningful impact within their communities. By Shelby Green
With over 27 years of experience, Home Helpers® Home Care is a seasoned leader in the home care industry. Founded in 1997, the franchise model has demonstrated remarkable success, producing record-breaking, system-wide sales growth year over year. By Kelsi Trinidad
The decision to seek home care is profoundly personal, touching on sensitive aspects of independence, dignity, and trust. More than just a service, home care becomes an extension of the family, a partnership built on empathy and understanding. As the population ages, millions of Americans are going to be faced with choosing a reliable, dependable, and compassionate home care partner, and Assisting Hands® Home Care should be at the top of their list. By Shelby Green
The team at Silver Bear Swim School believes that swimming is a rite of passage – an important life skill that’s beneficial to every child’s physical, emotional and social well-being. However, swimming provides more than just health and happiness. Comfortability in the water should be viewed as a survival tool too, and that’s why the franchise has teamed up with the Hope Floats Foundation: to make sure that all children, regardless of their financial situations, have access to this life-saving skill. By Jessica Petrucelli
