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FRANCHISEE OF THE MONTH: Marlene Conover, NaturaLawn of America, Cape May, NJ
Before owning a NaturaLawn® of America franchise, Marlene Conover was no stranger to the lawn care business. For 15 years, she and her husband owned a lawn and landscape maintenance company, but they knew that they wanted to focus more on lawn care in their future. To ensure that this shift in focus would be successful, they sought the support of a larger, more experienced company to guide the way and looked into franchising. By Kelsi Trinidad
PrideStaff: Giving Back
With an extensive history of charitable activities and partnerships, PrideStaff’s dedication to giving back to the community is ingrained in its culture. In addition to its corporate- and franchise-level charitable initiatives, the brand also encourages franchisee involvement in local community engagements. By Erika Ortega
FranServe, Inc.: Featured Franchise Consultant: Patrick McGinty
As the founder of FranVue and a seasoned entrepreneur, McGinty has spent decades helping others unlock financial freedom through scalable business models. His journey into franchising was sparked by a simple but powerful belief: “Success leaves clues, and franchising is one of the clearest blueprints for freedom and scalability.” By Jessica Petrucelli
Prime IV Hydration & Wellness®: Build Your Future
After a long career in corporate America, Dana Kupper was ready for something more fulfilling. “It was a little bit soul-sucking,” she admitted. “I wanted to be my own boss.” Kupper knew about Prime IV Hydration & Wellness® through her husband, Martin, who works for the corporate team. She had been receiving IVs since 2018 and already believed in the product’s merits. But she never considered owning a franchise – until one dinner changed that. By Lizzy Yeserski
Veteran Appreciation: Choose Veterans for Their Franchising Leadership
When you started your business, you had to forge the path and create everything for your brand – the image, process and model. Now you are franchising and ready to seek out the next phase of franchise owners. This is a reminder to consider veterans – for all the right reasons – their drive for success, leadership skills and self-motivation. By Dawn Abbamondi
Tint World: Veteran Appreciation
After 28 years of military service, Alex Guerrero wasn’t ready to slow down. The U.S. Army and Texas Army National Guard veteran – who retired as a first sergeant – had spent his career leading teams, recruiting talent and serving both stateside and abroad, including a deployment to Bosnia. By Jessica Petrucelli
Ace Handyman Services: Veteran Appreciation
Ace Handyman Services® has built a solid reputation for itself, representing the Ace Hardware name that people have come to depend on by providing reliable handyman work to its customers. In serving that mission, the company proudly empowers its veteran franchisees to create a second career – one where their military experience directly translates to success. By Kelsi Trinidad
Blue Kangaroo Packoutz: A Successful Mission
Hassan Cox’s transition from military service to civilian life was driven by a principle he learned in the U.S. Navy: logistics are critical to the success of any mission. By Brianna Bohn
Paul Davis Restoration: A Veteran’s Journey to Finding a New Purpose
When Scott Colbert left the Marine Corps and later found himself in middle management at a utility company in 2009, he felt something was missing. “At the end of the day, I don’t know what I did each day. I couldn’t see who I was serving,” he recalled. He longed for purpose, camaraderie and a mission – the very things his military career embodied. By Lizzy Yeserski
FranServe, Inc.: Helping Heroes Become Business Owners
Franchising has always been a great avenue for veterans; thanks to the discipline and leadership skills they develop during their military service. FranServe, Inc., the world’s largest franchise consulting and expansion organization, takes tremendous pride in supporting veterans in several ways. This includes the outstanding job its consultants do helping veterans find the right franchise to invest in. By Nancy E. Williams
Serve Your Future
For veterans stepping out of uniform and into entrepreneurship, franchising offers a powerful pathway. With organizations like VetFran (Veterans Franchise Initiative) and the International Franchise Association (IFA) standing alongside you, you’re not going it alone. Veterans today are succeeding in franchise ownership in increasing numbers, and the signs for 2025 look strong. By Rose Mango
Corporate Cleaning Group: Honoring & Elevating Veterans
Corporate Cleaning Group has established itself as the premier cleaning service for commercial facilities for more than 30 years, taking a boutique approach that allows clients to personalize their service to address their specific cleaning needs. The company is proud of its network of franchisees, who have played a key role in its longevity and success. By Kelsi Trinidad
Passion & Purpose
Dr. Darryl Swift, a Certified Franchise Consultant with FranServe, Inc., made a phenomenal parallel recently in a social media post. Dr. Swift wrote that the teaching profession and franchising are very similar. Here’s what Dr. Swift wrote, “Educators do more than teach. They plan, motivate, adapt, and inspire. Franchising is similar, whereas franchisees plan their day with ready-made curriculum, provide a meaningful impact on the community, provide flexible scheduling and provide clear operational support. By Don Clayton
Features
EatGatherLove: Delivering Five-Star Service and Support
EatGatherLove offers consumers high-quality, cost-effective kitchen refacing solutions with concierge-level service. To franchisees, this brand offers a world-class support team focused on facilitating their success as well as a profitable, scalable and streamlined business model complemented by proven systems and processes. By Erika Ortega
The Back Nine® Golf: Cashing in on the Indoor Golf Wave
Indoor golf isn’t just a trend; it’s a movement, and The Back Nine® Golf is leading the charge. With more than 300 territories sold in 40 states, and international expansion underway, the brand is taking on the surge in demand for year-round play. Behind that growth is something more powerful than a business plan: a founding story that continues to shape the company today. By Tamara Rahoumi
Goosehead Insurance: A Top Choice for Entrepreneurs
In a world of economic uncertainty, few industries offer the stability and scalability of insurance. With home and auto coverage often required by law or lenders, demand remains consistent regardless of market conditions. That’s why the insurance sector is booming – and why Goosehead Insurance has emerged as its fastest-growing player, with more than 1,100 franchises nationwide. By Jessica Petrucelli
Home Helpers Home Care: The People Who Power a Proven Franchise
In franchising, it’s easy to get caught up in the numbers, like market share, revenue projections and growth rates. However, at Home Helpers Home Care, what truly makes the franchise investment sound is the people. For more than 28 years, the brand has thrived due to two key factors: a proven business model and a team dedicated to helping franchisees grow. By Jessica Petrucelli
City Wide Facility Solutions: Checking Off All the Boxes
Kevin McGrath spent 16 years in the oil and gas industry, but he always knew he wanted to own his own business. McGrath’s friend and colleague, Terry Roberts, had just decided to take a year off from his corporate job to recalibrate and discover what he would do next. Throughout that year, the two kept in touch and looked for an opportunity that fit them both. By Kelsi Trinidad
Renew Medic: A Recession-Resistant and Unique Service
As a former franchise owner who operated a successful home inspection company for more than two decades and launched his own franchise consulting firm, Kevin Laleman knows what it takes to start and run a successful franchised business and recognizes a good franchisor when he sees one. By Jessica Petrucelli
Break Coffee Co.: Elevating the Coffee Experience
Founded in Australia in 2003, Break Coffee Co. elevated break room coffee with its B2B model. Franchise owners provide offices and venues with luxury coffee machines, weekly shipments of freshly roasted beans and regular machine maintenance. By Kelsi Trinidad
180 Water: From the Ground Up
In an industry poised for significant change, 180 Water is charting a new course for entrepreneurs. The water well industry is set for growth in the coming years, and there’s a growing opportunity for new businesses to fill the void. By Shelby Green
NTV 360: Shape Your Own Personalized Plan
In a franchise landscape filled with opportunity, NTV360 offers something that few competitors can match: a proven model that balances personal freedom with robust infrastructure. For entrepreneurs seeking control over their business with the backing of an experienced team, NTV360’s digital billboard network franchise delivers a future that is both flexible and scalable. By Tamara Rahoumi
Global Financial Training Program: A Proven Path to Business Ownership
In today’s lending climate, small business owners are often left in the lurch by traditional banks. However, within that gap lies an opportunity for those looking to build a business of their own. Global Financial Training Program, founded by Phil Dushey, provides a comprehensive pathway for individuals to establish their own commercial loan brokerage business, helping connect businesses with funding. By Tamara Rahoumi
iFlex Stretch Studios: A Model Built for People & Designed to Scale
At iFlex® Stretch Studios, success starts with people. While the brand is anchored in one of the fastest-growing segments of wellness – assisted stretching – what truly sets it apart is its ability to empower franchise owners from every background to thrive. By Tamara Rahoumi
1-800-Plumber +Air: Essential Services, Unlimited Potential
For aspiring entrepreneurs looking to enter a stable, high-demand industry, the franchise model of 1-800-Plumber +Air is the ideal opportunity. As the company prepares for continued expansion, its unique positioning within the plumbing and HVAC industries offers a path to long-term success through a proven system designed for business builders, not just technicians. By Shelby Green
LIME Painting: Luxury Painting Franchise Outshines the Competition
There are many residential and commercial painting franchises to choose from, but LIME Painting® has found several ways to stand out, becoming one of the most sought-after and award-winning brands in the market. By Nancy E. Williams