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April 2021 Articles
Departments
Club SciKidz: Enriching Lives & Inspiring Minds
When Bob and Sue Hagan introduced their first summer science camp in 1997, they had no idea how big the venture would grow. Today their Club SciKidz enrolls up to 20,000 kids across the country annually, and the Hagans ultimate goal is to have a presence in every state. By Lizzy Yeserski
WaterStation Technology: Making a Move to Find Success and Stability
A few months before the COVID-19 pandemic hit the U.S., forcing nationwide retail closures and altering the way every industry conducted business, Sterling Davis invested in WaterStation Technology. By Jessica Jones
1-800 WATER DAMAGE: It’s a Great Time to Join
Through a tumultuous and unpredictable 2020, 1-800 WATER DAMAGE thrived, proving to be recession- and pandemic-proof. While COVID-19 caused many businesses to struggle and even shutter, 1-800 WATER DAMAGE saw an explosive increase in revenue and new locations. By Lizzy Yeserski
Grand Welcome: A Fantastic First Year in Franchising
In its first year of franchising, Grand Welcome secured five franchisees for a lively and lucrative 2020. Landing five new franchisees in an inaugural season would be impressive for any franchisor, but achieving this feat during an unprecedented global pandemic designates Grand Welcome as an industry giant. By Lizzy Yeserski
Paul Davis Restoration: A Day in the Life of a Franchisee
When Brandon Radmall graduated from college in 2009, the economy was dismal. With few job offers on the horizon and salaries in his industry at an all-time low, the business major decided to join a company that he deemed recession-resilient. By Jessica Jones
It takes more than caring
Here we are, more than a year since the pandemic changed so much – and it comes as no surprise that medical and senior care is extremely relevant, even more relevant than before. By Dawn Abbamondi
HomeWell Care Services: Turning Challenges into Opportunities
While this past year may have presented many challenges and obstacles due to COVID-19, it also created many opportunities, especially within the home-care industry. HomeWell Care Services, one of the nation’s leading at-home care providers, not only embraced these problematic circumstances but experienced steady growth. By Cindy Charette
Assisting Hands® Home Care: Everyone is Family
As vice president of Assisting Hands® Home Care, Gail Stout knows how important quality care is for seniors. She is part of a leadership team described as second to none in the industry. For the past 15 years, the brand has provided exceptional customer service and personalized care, which Stout believes results from the company culture. By Nancy E. Williams
Meet Emma Dickison, CEO and President, Home Helpers Home Care
Home Helpers Home Care is a highly respected franchise brand, with 23 years of record-breaking system revenue growth. Emma Dickison, Home Helpers CEO and president, began her career in franchising 30 years ago, having worked with two other strong brands, both number one in their respective industries. By Cindy Charette
BrightStar Care: One Year Later: Prospering Despite Pandemic Adversity
Over the past year, BrightStar Care, the medical and non-medical in-home healthcare franchise with over 340 locations across the U.S., faced a major challenge. Adjusting its practices to meet the needs of its franchisees, caregivers, clients, and the communities it serves to ensure all were protected from the spread of coronavirus, this essential business remained strong despite all of 2020’s adversity. By Jessica Jones
FIRE YOUR BOSS! Former Engineer Finds a ‘Rewarding’ Career: 1Heart Caregiver Services
In his native Philippines, Ferdinand Vasquez was a civil engineer. He spent years working in the public and private sector, overseeing a variety of infrastructure projects and construction sites. After participating in the build-out of a service center for a car air-conditioning company, he was asked to join the firm. By Jessica Jones
Fundraising University: A Mission to Give Back and Make a Difference
For Mike Bahun, CEO and founder of Fundraising University, the need to give back lies at the very heart of his ambitions. In fact, his sole purpose for starting Fundraising University sprang from a desire to impact kids and communities. “I was a former professional athlete who was from a single-parent family,” Bahun said. By Lizzy Yeserski
Signworld: Signs Remain Essential to Communities
With 33 years of business experience and over 340 locations providing commercial custom signage and graphics, Signworld is a clear leader in the industry. And while this brand has no royalties, it still provides robust training, ongoing support and state-of-the-art equipment. By Nancy E. Williams
Manduu: Passion & Commitment
When McKenzie Redden’s beloved grandmother passed away in 2018, Redden and her family wanted to do something meaningful to honor her memory. As a nod to their matriarch’s passion for health and wellness, in 2020 they opened a Manduu fitness franchise in Austin, Texas, where Redden runs the studio as boots-on-the-ground director. By Lizzy Yeserski
Features
Global Financial Training Program: Rebounding Economy Enables Participants to Earn a Six-figure Income
After a year of financial uncertainty and the collapse of many small businesses throughout the country, experts finally have some optimistic news to report: An economic rebound is imminent. By Jessica Jones
Daily Jam: Fast-casual Brunch Model is Thriving
In the span of a year, COVID-19 has altered the way many franchises operate – adding new regulations and precautionary measures, and even causing growth in smaller markets outside of big-city borders. By Jessica Jones
FranServe Thrives During the Pandemic by Helping Others Succeed
It’s been a full year since the global pandemic altered the way the world works – social distancing, Plexiglass partitions and Zoom meetings now seem to be a “normal” part of life, affecting all aspects of both our personal and professional existence. By Jessica Jones
Naturals2Go: Safety and Convenience is a Winning Formula
For many businesses, 2020 proved to be a very difficult year. However, there were a number of industries that experienced growth, and we now refer to them as “pandemic-proof” businesses. One of those such brands is Naturals2Go. By Nancy E. Williams
Shop Talk
Succe$$ Tips: Work Smart and Increase Productivity
I knew someone in business who loved to stress that he rarely took vacations, worked 14 hours a day and thought of work around the clock. He wore his workaholic behavior as a badge of honor. Instead, I saw him as a struggling business owner – unable to delegate, lacking trust in his team, and endlessly chained to his business. By Alesia Visconti
Legal: Who Decides?
I was asked by a franchisor client the other day what they should do if they had three good candidates for the same territory. What a great problem to have for sure, and in fact I wouldn’t even really define it as a problem. By Tom Spadea
First Financial Revolutionizing the Funding Process
Four powerhouse accountants and CPAs on staff revolutionize the funding process with First Financial. The extensive financial knowledge base of these individuals enhances the speed and overall quality of our service. This is an benefit you will not find in most SBA consulting firms. By Kathy Shives
Tenet Financial Group: The Ins and Outs of SBA Express Loans
Small Business Administration (SBA) Express loans are a simple way to receive expedited, amortized government-guaranteed financing for a small business or franchise needing low-dollar funding. While the SBA 7(a) program offers up to $5 million in loans, Express loans are $350,000 and less, with most borrowers looking at $150,000 or less. By Symara Rog
The Changing Face of Senior-care and Health-care Marketing
Think of how different senior-care businesses and health-care businesses were one year ago. More importantly, how will these businesses change in the next year? And how will they effectively gain awareness and gain new customers in a crowded field? By Jack Monson