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FRANCHISEE OF THE MONTH: David Clinger, City Wide Facility Solutions
After operating one of the fastest-growing locations in City Wide Facility Solutions’ history for the past three years, David Clinger recently teamed up with Ryan Tomkinson to expand the company’s reach in southeastern Michigan. By Jessica Petrucelli
FEATURED FRANCHISE CONSULTANT: Jason Blough, FranServe, Inc.
Jason Blough was successfully managing a fitness franchise when he decided to venture into the world of franchise consultancy. By Jessica Petrucelli
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A FRANCHISEE: Sea Love
At Sea Love locations, guests enjoy scent-blending experiences where they can make their own candles and diffusers, personalize labels and shop at a curated boutique of home décor and accessories. By Nancy E. Williams
FAMILY AFFAIR: Prime IV Hydration & Wellness
Following a corporate career and regional management role at Enterprise-Rent-A-Car in Little Rock, Arkansas, Johnny Weber decided to pursue his passion for franchising. By Erika Ortega
SPECIAL SECTION: HOME + AUTO SERVICES: Dawn Abbamondi
So, you are thinking of starting a franchise, and you are an aspiring franchisor. How will you make sure your franchise owners get the best opportunity from your brand? By Dawn Abbamondi
SPECIAL SECTION: HOME + AUTO SERVICES: Ace Handyman Services®
A growing demand for home services has positioned Ace Handyman Services® as a franchise built for sustainable success. According to Mordor Intelligence, the U.S. home services market is projected to grow from $842 billion in 2026 to $989 billion by 2031, driven by higher mortgage rates, aging homes and demand for specialized maintenance. By Brianna Bohn
SPECIAL SECTION: HOME + AUTO SERVICES: 2B Organized®
At first glance, professional organizing is often mistaken for a lifestyle business – something driven by personal taste or visual transformation. However, for operators building a real company in the space, success depends far less on aesthetics and far more on systems, judgment and disciplined execution in a competitive market. By Tamara Rahoumi
SPECIAL SECTION: HOME + AUTO SERVICES: That 1 Painter
That 1 Painter’s mission is simple: To be a leading provider in the painting space, offering both interior and exterior services as well as limewashing, deck staining, drywall repair and more. However, brand owners and their teams picked up their brushes for a different cause in 2025, completing more than 100 donated painting projects, each aimed at helping a local nonprofit, community space or family in need. By Jessica Petrucelli
SPECIAL SECTION: HOME + AUTO SERVICES: Moran Family of Brands
Moran Family of Brands has gone global with the acquisition of Mister Transmission of Canada, establishing itself as a leading provider of automotive services and repairs in North America. With the goal of addressing the evolving needs of customers, the expansion includes the addition of 58 locations, bringing Moran Family of Brands to nearly 200 units in the U.S. and Canada that offer automotive aftermarket repairs, maintenance and accessories to consumers. By Erika Ortega
SPECIAL SECTION: HOME + AUTO SERVICES: Paul Davis Restoration
Andrew Krawczel grew up in the trades, doing everything from carpentry to debris removal. He ended up attending Virginia Tech’s construction management program, and during his freshman year, the September 11 attacks happened. Krawczel saw this as a call to action and joined the Marine Corps. After about 10 years of active duty, in 2014, he transitioned to a reserve unit in Quantico near Washington, D.C., to spend more time with his growing family. By Kelsi Trinidad
SPECIAL SECTION: HOME + AUTO SERVICES: Renew Medic™
For much of the restoration industry’s history, cabinet work has existed on the margins. It has often been folded into broader mitigation or full-replacement decisions rather than being treated as a specialty in its own right. However, as insurers, adjusters and mitigation partners face mounting pressure to reduce claim severity and cycle times, that gap has become harder to ignore. By Tamara Rahoumi
SPECIAL SECTION: HOME + AUTO SERVICES: LIME Painting®
For LIME Painting® franchisees, satisfaction and growth are key priorities. As an award-winning residential and commercial painting company, LIME Painting provides a wide range of services to clients, including painting, coatings and surface restoration of residential and commercial buildings. The brand’s reputation and overall success are rooted in its franchisee selection, onboarding, training and support systems. By Erika Ortega
SPECIAL SECTION: HOME + AUTO SERVICES: Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™
The early days of franchise ownership often bring a mix of expected learning curves and unforeseen moments. Some of those surprises test an operator’s problem-solving skills. Others quietly affirm that the decision to invest was the right one. For many Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ franchise owners, one of the most meaningful discoveries comes not from operations or revenue metrics but from how customers respond once the doors open. “Most new franchise owners are surprised by how positive the customer experience is at Tint World,” said Charles Bonfiglio, CFE, founder and CEO. “Customers love the showroom and the different services we offer.” By Tamara Rahoumi
SPECIAL SECTION: HOME + AUTO SERVICES: NaturaLawn® of America
Brian Burton came from a 30-year career in the hotel industry, ranging from positions in operations to sales and property management. Then, the COVID-19 pandemic began, upending the entire industry and forcing everyone to stay home. For Burton, it was time for a change. Tired of being cooped up at home, he was craving a job outside in nature. A quick online search led him to find the franchise opportunity at NaturaLawn® of America. By Kelsi Trinidad
SPECIAL SECTION: HOME + AUTO SERVICES: Local Handyman
Local Handyman CEO Colin Sprake has built a career in mergers and acquisitions, transforming struggling companies into successful ones. Beyond that, Sprake has dedicated his life to helping other entrepreneurs do the same. He’s an author of several books outlining his approach to business success. That expertise now shapes Local Handyman and provides a significant benefit to its franchisees. By Kelsi Trinidad
COVER STORY: HomeSmiles
Convenience has become the currency of modern homeownership. For busy families and property owners, juggling multiple vendors for routine maintenance is not just frustrating. It’s inefficient. HomeSmiles built a franchise around solving that exact problem, and in just a few short years, the brand has expanded into more than 25 states and sold over 150 territories, positioning itself as one of the fastest growing concepts in the home services franchise space. By Rose Mango
GIVING BACK: BODY20
BODY20 encourages its franchisees and program members to support their communities and local causes. The brand’s mission is to improve the overall health and wellness of clients, and that goes beyond its workout studios. By Erika Ortega
WHAT THE HECK IS A FRANCHISE CONSULTANT?: Don Clayton, FranServe, Inc.
Have you ever wandered up to a lovely buffet with so many delicious options that look tantalizing? Your mouth is watering just waiting to take the first bite. You walk up and down the aisle smelling the delicious delicacies available to you. You then look down and your plate is still empty. Too many options to choose from. By Don Clayton
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Looking to the Future: iFlex® Stretch Studios
Originally created by some of the founders of The Joint Chiropractic, iFlex® Stretch Studios opened in March 2022 with a corporate store in Chandler, Arizona. In the winter of 2024, boutique fitness franchising company Sequel Brands purchased the brand, adding to its growing roster of wellness and fitness companies. Sequel Brands saw an opportunity to apply its expertise in the fitness and wellness industries to create an iteration of iFlex Stretch Studios as a premier, modern, technology-driven stretch studio. By Kelsi Trinidad
CELEBRATING INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY: Rose Mango, FranServe, Inc.
As International Women’s Day approaches, the story of women in franchising has moved from inspiring to transformational. Today, women represent roughly 30% of all franchise owners in the U.S., a significant rise from about 20.5% a decade ago. This marks a clear shift in entrepreneurial leadership, and it redefines how women engage with business ownership through franchising models that offer structure, support and scalability. By Rose Mango
Built to Grow With Local Communities: Twinkle Star Dance™
For many families, enrolling a young child in dance is a first step into structured extracurricular learning. For Twinkle Star Dance™ Academy, that moment represents something larger: an opportunity to shape how children experience learning itself. By Tamara Rahoumi
Building a Business That Cares: Assisting Hands® Home Care
When Alex Adler began exploring franchise opportunities, he didn’t expect home care to rise so clearly to the top of his list. However, after months of refining his criteria with a franchise broker, one company kept resurfacing: Assisting Hands® Home Care. By Jessica Petrucelli