Janice Durant, a FranServe Certified Franchise Consultant, recently saw a mural that read: “This is Living!” while on a cruise. That instantly got her creative juices flowing and she later posted on social media that people desire “Not just a vacation. Not just a break. But a life truly lived on their terms.” By Don Clayton
More than three years ago, Alesia Visconti, CEO and President of FranServe, Inc., the world’s largest franchise consulting firm, coined the term “life-work balance.” In fact, she felt so strongly that life should come before work that she added it as a core value for FranServe. With the world busier than ever, now is a great time to revisit the definition of life-work balance and explore strategies to maintain it. By Nancy E. Williams
In the rapidly expanding home services industry, Local Handyman has transformed the traditional handyman service model into a sophisticated business opportunity that attracts investors and entrepreneurs alike. Since taking over the franchise 18 months ago, CEO and Co-owner Colin Sprake and his business partner, Nathan Neels, have completely reimagined what was once a simple man-in-a-van concept and turned it on its head, creating a scalable enterprise with remarkable flexibility and growth potential. By Tamara Rahoumi
After working as a store manager at his local Mr. Transmission® store in Asheville, North Carolina, for 10 years, Adam Caldwell decided that it was the right time to sign on with the brand as a franchisee. By Jessica Petrucelli
In the competitive home services industry, success isn’t just about having a recognizable brand; it’s about having the right support system in place. 1-800-Plumber +Air understands this crucial dynamic, and it’s doubling down on its commitment to empowering franchise owners to thrive. By Nancy E. Williams
In today’s digital-first advertising landscape, NTV360 offers entrepreneurs a multifaceted franchise opportunity that goes well beyond traditional marketing. Launched as a franchise in March 2025, NTV360 builds on its parent company’s 15-year foundation of success, providing franchisees with a comprehensive suite of digital marketing solutions that includes proprietary digital signage networks, social media management and OTT advertising services. By Tamara Rahoumi
With an increase in natural disasters happening in the U.S., the water, mold and fire mitigation and damage industry is only expected to grow. More and more, people are looking for reliable restoration services that will help them rebuild their lives when disaster strikes. Best Option Restoration takes restoration personally and aims to be a source of comfort to customers experiencing a disaster, reassuring them that their properties will be restored to their original, pre-loss condition. By Kelsi Trinidad
Bizfundingfinder, an online platform that matches small-business owners with a variety of commercial financing products, prides itself on providing America’s small businesses with the money they need to operate. By Jessica Petrucelli
In early 2026, Shawna and Tyler Field will celebrate the 10th anniversary of their beloved Assisting Hands® Home Care business in their Rockledge, Florida, hometown. Over the past decade, they’ve thrived on serving their community with passion, pride and integrity. By Lizzy Yeserski
In 1993, Len Yakuber founded One Source Cleaning in Livonia, Michigan. Recognizing a gap in the commercial cleaning industry for boutique-level service, Yakuber created a company that prioritized personalized customer service and hospital-grade cleaning standards. A few years later, Yakuber’s high school best friend, Devin Dollar, expressed interest in the cleaning business, resulting in a partnership. In 2003, Yakuber assumed the role of chief operating officer while Dollar became the chief executive officer. By Kelsi Trinidad