Paul Zboichyk, Author at Franchise Dictionary Magazine

16 01, 2024

BELFOR Franchise Group brands ranked among the top franchises in Entrepreneur’s highly competitive Franchise 500®

Paul Zboichyk2024-01-16T20:32:19-05:00January 16th, 2024|Tags: BELFOR Franchise Group, residential and commercial services, Safer Home Services|

1-800 WATER DAMAGE, Blue Kangaroo Packoutz, Chem-Dry, The Patch Boys, redbox+ Dumpsters and Z PLUMBERZ recognized in exclusive annual ranking of franchise opportunities

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Six BELFOR Franchise Group brands have been recognized as top franchises in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500^®, the world’s first and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

The 2024 Franchise 500^® ranks 1-800 WATER DAMAGE, Blue Kangaroo Packoutz, Chem-Dry, redbox+ Dumpsters, The Patch Boys, and Z PLUMBERZ for their outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power.

“The Franchise 500^®has been the industry’s most trusted source for decades, so it’s an honor to see these BELFOR Franchise Group brands included in this year’s ranking,” said Doug Smith, BELFOR Franchise Group’s senior vice president of franchise development. “We provide each brand powerful franchise systems and support that allow them to inspire passion and drive in their franchisees. Combining the industry’s leading tools and resources with the right vision and people has been the foundation of our success.”

For 45 years, the annual Entrepreneur Franchise 500^® has been a highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry and recognized as an invaluable resource for potential franchisees.

“Every brand on the Franchise 500 has its own unique story, but they all collectively make the same statement: Franchising is strong and resilient, is full of innovation and opportunity, and provides a powerful entrepreneurial path for many people,” says Jason Feifer, editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine. “Our 45th annual ranking is full of companies with fresh ideas, exciting business models, cultural sway, and the kind of business sophistication that will define the next 45 years and beyond.”

In Entrepreneur’s continuing effort to best understand and evaluate the ever-changing franchise marketplace, the company’s ranking formula continues to evolve as well. The editorial team researches and assesses several factors, including costs and fees, size and growth, support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability. Each franchise is then given a cumulative score based on an analysis of more than 150 data points, and the 500 franchises with the highest cumulative scores become the Franchise 500^® in ranked order.

Over its 45 years in existence, the Franchise 500^® has become both a dominant competitive measure for franchisors and a primary research tool for potential franchisees. The rankings for each of BELFOR’s brands are a testament to their strength as franchise opportunities.

To view the full ranking, visit http://www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500 or pick up a copy of the January/February 2024 issue of Entrepreneur on newsstands now.

For more information about BELFOR Franchise Group, visit belforfranchisegroup.com.

About BELFOR Franchise Group
BELFOR Franchise Group is a leading global residential and commercial services franchisor. For decades, BELFOR Franchise Group has empowered entrepreneurs by offering industry-leading training, support and equipment, turnkey business models, and ongoing coaching and business development. BELFOR Franchise Group is the parent organization for 13 of the strongest service-based franchise opportunities for home and commercial cleaning and restoration. The franchise brands include 1-800-BOARDUP, 1-800 WATER DAMAGE, Blue Kangaroo Packoutz, Chem-Dry Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning, COOL-BINZ, DUCTZ, HOODZ, N-Hance Wood Refinishing, The Patch Boys, redbox+ Dumpsters, Safer Home Services, WINMAR, and Z PLUMBERZ. For more information, visit belforfranchisegroup.com.

About 1-800 WATER DAMAGE
1-800 WATER DAMAGE offers a full array of services including water and flood damage restoration, mold remediation, sewage cleanup, fire and smoke damage restoration, and critical cleaning and sanitizing for both residential and commercial locations, with some locations also offering biohazard and trauma clean-up and reconstruction. The company has consistently been ranked on Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 list since 2020. To learn about the 1-800 WATER DAMAGE franchise opportunity, visit 1800waterdamagefranchise.com.

About Blue Kangaroo Packoutz
Blue Kangaroo Packoutz is a contents restoration company that responds to the rescue of personal and business assets after an insurance loss, primarily fire and water damage. Backed by deep industry experience and industry-leading systems, the brand’s services include assessment and pack-up of all contents, inventorying, secure storage, cleaning and restoration of salvageable items, and move-back once the property has been restored. To learn about the Blue Kangaroo Packoutz franchise opportunity, visit bluekangaroofranchise.com.

About Chem-Dry
Chem-Dry is a leading carpet and upholstery cleaning company. Its core cleaning solution and proprietary Hot Carbonating Extraction cleaning process provide a deeper clean, allow surfaces to dry faster, and leave homes and workplaces feeling more comfortable. The company has been ranked on Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 list for decades. To learn about the Chem-Dry franchise opportunity, visit chemdryfranchise.com.

About The Patch Boys
The Patch Boys address the everyday wear and tear on drywall and other interior areas that larger construction companies do not handle. Homeowners who work with The Patch Boys also benefit from free, no-obligation estimates either onsite or virtually. The company has been listed on the Entrepreneur magazine’s prestigious Franchise 500 list since 2020. To learn more about The Patch Boys franchise opportunity, visit thepatchboysfranchise.com.

About redbox+ Dumpsters
redbox+ Dumpsters offers a full line of roll-off dumpsters with an attached portable toilet, a concept that’s U.S. patented. The company solves two massive problems for commercial and residential contractors with one product, offering a level of service and efficiency that the competition cannot match. redbox+ Dumpsters has been listed on the Entrepreneur magazine’s prestigious Franchise 500 list since 2022. To learn more about the redbox+ Dumpsters franchise opportunity, visit redboxplusfranchise.com.

About Z PLUMBERZ
Z PLUMBERZ offers full-service plumbing, sewage, and drain solutions to commercial and residential properties. Whether it’s issues with blockages, appliances, infrastructure, and more, Z PLUMBERZ brings clean-cut and professional services to every community it serves. The company has been listed on the Entrepreneur magazine’s prestigious Franchise 500 list since 2022. To learn more about franchise opportunities with Z PLUMBERZ, visit zplumberzfranchise.com.

16 01, 2024

Mathnasium Kicks off 2024 with Impressive Growth After Achieving Record Student Enrollments and Awarding 80+ New Franchises in 2023

Paul Zboichyk2024-01-16T20:22:16-05:00January 16th, 2024|Tags: math tutoring, math-only supplemental education franchise, Mathnasium|

Leader in Math Learning Centers Continues Strong Performance as Demand for Services Surges

LOS ANGELES — Mathnasium Learning Centers, an internationally known franchise with over 1,100 math learning centers worldwide, closed out 2023 with 59 centers opened and 81 franchises awarded. The fast-growing brand has experienced a record increase in student enrollments as the spike in supplemental education continues and math scores show an alarming decline since the pandemic. This paired with its proven 20-year-plus business model, has contributed to Mathnasium’s long-standing industry success as it continues to expand its global footprint.

The franchise’s impressive performance has earned multiple awards and recognition, most notably ranking No. 80 in Entrepreneur‘s highly competitive 2023 Franchise 500^® ranking, and No. 1 within the math tutoring category. Other notable accomplishments of 2023 include inclusion in Entrepreneur’s Top Low-Cost Franchises, Top Global Franchises, and Top Brands for Multi-Unit Owners. The brand was also included in Franchise Business Review’s Top Education Franchises, Rock Star Franchise Owners, Top 200, Recession-Proof Franchises, and 10-Year Hall of Fame. Lastly, Mathnasium was included in Franchise Times’s Top 400, and Franchise Dictionary Magazine’s Top 100 Game Changers.

“As we reflect on the past year, we have seen an increasingly high demand for supplemental education services,” said Mike Davis, CEO of Mathnasium. “For students across the globe, there is still a long road of recovery from pandemic-related learning loss ahead, and we are determined to continue leveraging our best-in-class expertise and resources to help students improve their math skills through fully individualized learning plans.”

With a bolstered leadership team in place – including Michael Davis as Chief Executive Officer, Michael Stanfield as Chief Marketing Officer, Tyler Sgro as Chief Operating Officer, Kristin Goedke as SVP Field Operations, and Kevin Shen as Chief Development Officer – Mathnasium is hyper-focused on a 2024 vision of driving brand awareness and growing franchisee unit-level volume, while expanding its global footprint with single and multi-center operators.

On a mission to bring the most up-to-date technology solutions to its franchisees, the brand recently partnered with Tinuiti, the largest independent performance marketing firm across search, social, streaming+ and marketplaces, to create an all-new Centralized Digital Marketing program. Additionally, Mathnasium built a data warehouse and BI Dashboards via Amazon.com platforms, Redshift, and Quicksight. These investments were made in an effort to bring to bear the power of the global brand and gain stronger market exposure, qualified leads, and overall number of enrollments.

“We strive to consistently provide enhancements to our franchisees’ business management portal and plan to implement new marketing automation solutions to drive higher conversion rates and enhanced customer retention,” said Davis. “Additionally, we continue to adapt to the needs of our consumers. Our virtual learning platform is more advanced than ever, giving students the option of a streamlined hybrid in-center and at-home learning experience. Moving away from the traditional five days open to six or seven, and opening our center doors to students before school hours, has resulted in more student enrollments per center than ever before.”

Alongside this strong performance, Mathnasium remains focused on franchise development. While continuing to expand domestically, the development team sees vast international growth potential across India, the UK, Australia, the UAE, Vietnam, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, the Philippines, Spain, and Latin American countries, among others. The company recently announced a renewed master franchise agreement in Vietnam for an additional ten years, confirming a commitment to open an additional 25 centers, solidifying Vietnam as the brand’s largest international market.

“The development plans in the pipeline are projected to further grow Mathnasium’s footprint both domestically, and internationally,” said Kevin Shen, Chief Development Officer of Mathnasium. “By continuing to support existing franchisees who are expanding and welcoming new multicenter investors, we will not only achieve our growth goals, but have the privilege to reach more students across the globe with a time-tested business model and curriculum.”

With prime territories available, Mathnasium provides franchisees with comprehensive training and support, including an initial training program, ongoing training, a balanced approach between corporate and locally driven marketing to capture the addressable market, and access to proprietary software tools and resources.

Mathnasium Learning Centers specializes in math-only tutoring and is committed to providing the world’s best instruction. The goal: teach children math in a way that makes sense to them. For decades the Mathnasium Method™ has transformed the way kids learn math — building students’ understanding of math concepts through personalized instruction and a customized learning plan — all while producing tremendous results and helping students achieve their full potential in math and in life.

For information about Mathnasium’s franchise opportunities, visit — https://mathnasiumfranchise.com/.

For more information on Mathnasium, visit https://www.mathnasium.com/, or visit their social pages on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

About Mathnasium
Mathnasium Learning Centers is North America’s leading math-only supplemental education franchise. Since 2002, the Mathnasium Method™ — the result of decades of hands-on instruction and development — has been transforming the lives of children in grades K-12 by offering comprehensive assessments, fully individualized learning plans, and teaching true math comprehension. With more than 1,100 learning centers worldwide in 10 countries, Mathnasium has been ranked on Entrepreneur Magazine’s list of top 500 franchises 16 times since 2004. For more information about Mathnasium franchise opportunities, visit https://mathnasiumfranchise.com/.

16 01, 2024

Tint World® named to Franchise Hall of Fame by Franchise Business Review

Paul Zboichyk2024-01-16T20:12:35-05:00January 16th, 2024|Tags: Auto Accessories, Installation Services, Tint World, window tinting|

With its 10^th consecutive Top Franchise ranking, the fast-growing National Automotive Styling Centers™ franchise joins the industry elite as recognized by the leading independent market research firm

BOCA RATON, Fla. — Tint World^® Automotive Styling Centers™ has been named a Top Franchise by Franchise Business Review for the 10^th consecutive year, earning the fast-growing auto accessory and window tinting franchise a coveted spot in the Franchise Hall of Fame.

The 2024 Top Franchise ranking recognizes the 200 best franchise opportunities as rated by franchise business owners. The list is available at https://franchisebusinessreview.com/lists/top-200-franchises/.

“At Tint World, we understand that our franchisees are the foundation of our success, so this recognition is special to us,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World. “We’ve always been committed to providing franchisees with all the resources they need to thrive and succeed. It’s a strategy that works — being named to the Franchise Hall of Fame after 10 years as a Top Franchise demonstrates that Tint World franchisees are empowered and see the value we offer.”

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers offer sales and installation of auto accessories, mobile electronics, audio video equipment, security systems, custom wheels and tire packages, window tinting, vehicle wraps, paint protection films, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, maintenance and repair services, and more.

Franchise Business Review, a market research firm that performs independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction and employee engagement, provides the only rankings and awards for franchise companies based solely on actual franchisee satisfaction and performance. Franchise Business Review publishes its rankings of the top 200 franchises in its annual Guide to Today’s Top Franchises.

Tint World^® was among more than 375 franchise brands, representing over 35,000 franchise owners, that participated in Franchise Business Review’s research. Tint World^® franchisees were surveyed on 33 benchmark questions about their experience and satisfaction regarding critical areas of their franchise systems, including training and support, operations, franchisor/franchisee relations, and financial opportunity.

“Franchisee satisfaction continues to be the leading indicator of franchise performance and system health, and we are pleased to report that our latest research shows satisfaction has remained at some of the highest levels in the past 19 years,” said Michelle Rowan, president and COO of Franchise Business Review. “In fact, our survey results show that three out of four franchise owners would recommend their brand to others. As an independent research firm, Franchise Business Review is committed to helping prospective franchisees get an objective view of the best franchise opportunities available based on actual feedback from the people who own them.”

Tint World is the leading provider of residential, commercial and marine computerized window tinting and security film services with locations throughout the U.S. and abroad, with franchise opportunities available worldwide.

Visit FranchiseBusinessReview.com to see the full description of the 2024 Top Franchises.

About Tint World^®Founded in 1982, Tint World^® Automotive Styling Centers™ is America’s largest and fastest-growing automotive accessories and window tinting international franchise, specializing in window tinting, protective films, vehicle wraps, audio and electronics, security systems, car and truck accessories, wheels and tires, detailing and ceramic coating, and installation services.

Tint World^® Mobile Services™ include marine, residential, and commercial window tinting films, solar films, decorative films, safety and security films, and protective ceramic coatings. Tint World^® has locations in the United States, Canada, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, with master franchise opportunities available worldwide. To find out more, please visit www.TintWorld.com or https://www.tintworld.com/franchise-opportunities.

About Franchise Business Review
Franchise Business Review (FBR) is a leading market research firm serving the franchise sector. FBR measures the satisfaction and engagement of franchisees and franchise employees and publishes various guides and reports for entrepreneurs considering an investment in a franchise business. Since 2005, FBR has surveyed hundreds of thousands of franchise owners and over 1,200 leading franchise companies. FBR publishes free and unbiased franchisee satisfaction research reports throughout the year online at http://www.FranchiseBusinessReview.com. To read our publications, visit https://franchisebusinessreview.com/page/publications/.

12 01, 2024

AlphaGraphics named a 2024 top franchise by Franchise Business Review

Paul Zboichyk2024-01-15T16:51:29-05:00January 12th, 2024|Tags: AlphaGraphics, marketing products and solutions, print and marketing franchise, printing services franchise, visual communications|

Independent survey shows franchise owners are highly satisfied with the leading marketing and print solutions provider

DENVER — AlphaGraphics, a leading franchisor of printing and marketing solutions, was recently recognized for their outstanding work with franchise owners after being named a Top Franchise for 2024 by Franchise Business Review. This is the 19^th annual ranking of the 200 best franchise opportunities as rated by franchise business owners.

AlphaGraphics was among more than 375 franchise brands, representing over 35,000 franchise owners, that participated in Franchise Business Review’s research. Its franchisees were surveyed on 33 benchmark questions about their experience and satisfaction regarding critical areas of their franchise systems, including training & support, operations, franchisor/franchisee relations, and financial opportunity.

“Making Franchise Business Review’s top franchise list is a testament to how hard our corporate team works to provide franchise owners with the necessary tools they need to grow and succeed,” said Bill McPherson, vice president of franchise development. “Our relationship with our franchise owners resembles that of a marriage. We need each other for both entities to be successful. We are always looking for innovative ways to help our franchise owners take the next step in their success journey. That’s a major part of our job as the franchisor.”

Among the AlphaGraphics franchisees surveyed, 91% stated they enjoy operating the business, 91% stated they were likely to recommend the brand to others, and 89% felt supportive of each other. Overall, the franchise scored in the “very good” range in core values, franchise community and self-evaluation.

“Franchisee satisfaction continues to be the leading indicator of franchise performance and system health, and we are pleased to report that our latest research shows satisfaction has remained at some of the highest levels in the past 19 years,” said Michelle Rowan, president and COO of Franchise Business Review. “In fact, our survey results show that three out of four franchise owners would recommend their brand to others. That’s extremely encouraging news for franchise owners and anyone considering investing in a franchise.”

“As an independent research firm, Franchise Business Review is committed to helping prospective franchisees get an objective view of the best franchise opportunities available based on actual feedback from the people who own them. Each of the award winners on this year’s list of the 200 Top Franchises received stellar ratings from their franchisees in the areas crucial to success in operating a franchise, including training & support, leadership, innovation, culture, and financial opportunity.”

Franchise Business Review, a market research firm that performs independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction and employee engagement, provides the only rankings and awards for franchise companies based solely on actual franchisee satisfaction and performance. Franchise Business Review publishes its rankings of the top 200 franchises in its annual Guide to Today’s Top Franchises.

To view the entire list, please visit https://franchisebusinessreview.com/lists/top-200-franchises/.

AlphaGraphics was founded in 1970, and the company began offering franchise opportunities in 1979. For more information, visit https://www.alphagraphicsfranchise.com.

About AlphaGraphics
AlphaGraphics, Inc., with more than 285 locations in 6 countries, is one of the largest U.S.-based networks of locally owned and operated Business Centers offering a complete range of print, visual communications, and marketing products. Solutions include full-service digital, offset, and large format printing; design services; mailing; one-to-one marketing solutions; promotional products; and web to print solutions. For more information about AlphaGraphics services, visit www.alphagraphics.com. To learn about franchise opportunities, visit www.alphagraphicsfranchise.com.

About MBE Worldwide
MBE Worldwide S.p.A., a privately-owned company headquartered in Italy, is a Global Commerce enabler for SMBs and consumers thanks to its platform providing e-commerce, fulfillment, shipping, marketing and print solutions via multi-brand operations: PrestaShop, Mail Boxes Etc. (except in the US and Canada), PostNet, PACK & SEND, Spedingo.com, AlphaGraphics, Multicopy, Print Speak, GEL Proximity and World Options. In 2022, the combination of its physical platform – that currently counts 3,150+ Business Solution Centers in 52 countries with more than 13,000 associates – with its PrestaShop e-commerce platform served over 1 million business customers worldwide generating €1.3 billion (US$1.4 billion) of System-wide Gross Revenue and €22 billion (US$23 billion) of Gross Merchandise Value.

For additional information please visit MBE Worldwide Group websites at: www.mbecorporate.com – www.prestashop.com/en – www.mbeglobal.com – www.postnet.com – www.packsend.com.au – www.packsend.co.uk – www.spedingo.com/en – www.alphagraphics.com – www.multicopy.nl – www.printspeak.com – www.mbe.it – www.mbe.es – www.mbe.de – www.mbefrance.fr – www.mbe.pl – www.mbe.pt – www.mbe.co.uk – www.gelproximity.com/en – www.worldoptions.com

12 01, 2024

City Wide Facility Solutions of Kansas City promotes Rob Ellis to President to Support Its Growth

Paul Zboichyk2024-01-12T17:40:43-05:00January 12th, 2024|Tags: Building Maintenance, City Wide Facility Solutions, Commercial Cleaning, Disinfecting, Janitorial Services|

Under Ellis’ Leadership, Kansas City and partner locations have seen revenue grow to $80M

LENEXA, Kan. — City Wide Facility Solutions of Kansas City, Kansas’ leading management company in the building maintenance industry, announced the promotion of Rob Ellis to President as it aims to become a $125M company by the end of 2026.

“I originally joined City Wide in a support role and have been blessed to be able to lead and grow alongside an organization whose Mission and Vision are closely aligned to my values,” said Ellis. “Even after 22 years of being at City Wide, we’ve just begun to scratch the surface of our potential to grow and impact the Kansas City community, which is an inspiring endeavor for me.”

Ellis joined City Wide of Kansas City in 2001 as a Facility Solutions Manager, an operations role managing client accounts, and worked his way up through the organization to become Chief Operations Officer before his promotion to President. During his tenure, the Kansas City and partner locations have grown from $22 million to $80 million in revenue. Additionally, Ellis and his teams manage facility services for 50 million square feet on a nightly basis.

“Rob joined City Wide right before we began to franchise and when he moved into a leadership role, he was able to help grow the Kansas City location so we could use that as a model for our franchise locations,” said Jeff Oddo, CEO and owner of City Wide Franchise. “Since then, we’ve grown organically as well as through acquisitions. Throughout, Rob continues to play a key role in helping guide our teams and build positive relationships with our independent contractors and clients.”

City Wide has made a name for itself in major U.S. cities and Canada by streamlining facility solutions for more than 20 interior and exterior services for commercial facilities including janitorial, disinfecting, handyman services and parking lot maintenance. Taking the onus from building owners and property management businesses that typically have to choose separate companies for each task, City Wide eases the selection and management processes for its clients.

About City Wide
Founded in 1961, City Wide has a proven reputation for being the go-to resource for commercial facility solutions in its home Kansas City market and nearly 100 locations across the U.S. and Canada. By uniquely representing the client, professional management teams serve as a single-source solution by managing dozens of interior and exterior services through independent contractors. City Wide simplifies the janitorial, disinfecting and maintenance issues most critical to building owners, operators and management companies, saving them time, solving their problems and reducing stress typically associated with facility management.

For more information about City Wide Facility Solutions and the services it provides, visit KansasCity.GoCityWide.com.

12 01, 2024

Gotcha Covered adds fourth location in Charlotte, N.C.

Paul Zboichyk2024-01-15T16:53:23-05:00January 12th, 2024|Tags: Custom Interior Window Treatments, Gotcha Covered, home improvement, Window Treatment Consultation|

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has announced the opening of Gotcha Covered of Central Charlotte, the fourth location serving the major North Carolina city. The center is owned and operated by Dhwani Mehta and Alpesh Patel.

With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, the new center provides the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in Central Charlotte, South Park, Myers Park, Cotswold and Dilworth by offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“Charlotte is continuously growing, and we want to ensure we are meeting their window covering needs,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “This new location will provide Central Charlotte and the surrounding areas with experts that can help guide them through their window treatment journey. Dhwani (Mehta) and Alpesh (Patel) will continue to be an asset to a community they’ve lived in for over three decades.”

Mehta and Patel bring a diverse set of skills to the Gotcha Covered brand. After earning a master’s degree in nutrition, Mehta practiced as a registered dietitian. For the last eight years, she has served as a director of clinical research in the oncology field.

Patel studied interior design and worked in the design field for several years. Since 2009, he has successfully owned and operated K.P Builders, a design-build residential construction company.

The desire to own and operate their own businesses was always a goal for Mehta and Patel.

“We both have been raised in families that run their own businesses in hospitality and retail, so being entrepreneurs comes naturally. We both love networking and building relationships,” said Mehta. “We had been seeking a business that complimented both our skill sets, challenged us and still gave us control of our time. At the same time, we didn’t want to start from scratch.”

“The support of a franchise meant that a good foundation was laid out, and we did not have to reinvent the wheel. Gotcha Covered ticked all our boxes.”

While Mehta and Patel love the design and creative aspects of the window treatment business, it’s their excitement for building new relationships that they really enjoy about the business.

“Gotcha Covered allows us to integrate deeper into our community and provide creative yet practical solutions for our clients who need our services,” said Patel. “The Charlotte community is generous, kind and friendly, so we want to provide an excellent experience for those looking to buy window treatments for their homes or businesses.”

Adding 40 new franchise locations in 2022, Gotcha Covered currently has over 155 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada. The franchise has been operating under the Gotcha Covered name since 2009.

To schedule an appointment with Gotcha Covered of Central Charlotte, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com/central-charlotte/.

About Gotcha Covered
Gotcha Covered is a leader in custom soft and hard window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada. Flying under their Gotcha Covered flag since 2009, they offer custom window treatments including blinds, draperies, shutters and much more. They offer end-to-end consultation with the customer’s specific needs and goals in mind. The company currently has over 160 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada.

12 01, 2024

Caring Senior Service makes the Franchise Business Review’s Top Franchise List for the third consecutive year

Paul Zboichyk2024-01-12T17:29:10-05:00January 12th, 2024|Tags: assistance to seniors, Caring Senior Service, non-medical senior home care services, senior care|

The Texas-based private-duty, non-medical home services company earns a spot on the prestigious list based on the recommendations of its franchise owners

SAN ANTONIO — Caring Senior Service, a private-duty, non-medical home care services company, was recently named a Top Franchise for 2024 by Franchise Business Review. This is the 19^th annual ranking of the 200 best franchise opportunities as rated by franchise business owners.

The list is available at https://franchisebusinessreview.com/lists/top-200-franchises/.

“It’s a wonderful honor to have made the Franchise Business Review’s Top 200 Franchises for the third year in a row,” said Caring Senior Service CEO and founder Jeff Salter. “Our placement is especially meaningful because it’s based on the feedback from our incredible franchise owners. Caring Senior Service is able to carry out its mission of providing our clients with the ability to stay healthy and happy at home because of the hard work of our franchise owners. We succeed because of their dedication.”

Franchise Business Review, a market research firm that performs independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction and employee engagement, provides the only rankings and awards for franchise companies based solely on actual franchisee satisfaction and performance. Franchise Business Review publishes its rankings of the top 200 franchises in its annual Guide to Today’s Top Franchises.

Caring Senior Service was among more than 375 franchise brands, representing 35,000 franchise owners, who participated in Franchise Business Review’s research. Caring Senior Service’s franchise owners were surveyed on 33 benchmark questions about their experience and satisfaction regarding critical areas of their franchise systems, including training and support, operations, franchisor/franchisee relations, and financial opportunity.

The company’s survey data showed that its franchise owners ranked Caring Senior Service as “very good” in training and support, leadership, core values, franchise community and self-evaluation.

“Franchisee satisfaction continues to be the leading indicator of franchise performance and system health, and we are pleased to report that our latest research shows satisfaction has remained at some of the highest levels in the past 19 years,” said Michelle Rowan, president and COO of Franchise Business Review. “In fact, our survey results show that three out of four franchise owners would recommend their brand to others. That’s extremely encouraging news for franchise owners and anyone considering investing in a franchise. As an independent research firm, Franchise Business Review is committed to helping prospective franchisees get an objective view of the best franchise opportunities available based on actual feedback from the people who own them. Each of the award winners on this year’s list of the 200 Top Franchises received stellar ratings from their franchisees in the areas crucial to success in operating a franchise, including training & support, leadership, innovation, culture, and financial opportunity.”

For more information about Caring Senior Service, visit https://www.caringseniorservice.com/.

About Caring Senior Service

Caring Senior Service is a non-medical home care services company based in San Antonio, Texas. Founded by CEO Jeff Salter in 1991, the company provides assistance to seniors, the disabled population and any adult who may need help with the tasks of everyday living such as bathing, personal care, running errands and preparing food. After adding locations throughout Texas in the 1990s, the company extended its reach through franchising in 2002. It now boasts more than 50 locations throughout the United States. Caring Senior Service has also been named as one of the Franchise Business Review’s top franchises in 2022 and 2023 and has created programs to assist potential franchisees in choosing a location and training their staff.

In 2021, Caring Senior Service created a non-profit organization called “Close the Gap in Senior Care” to raise awareness of the overlooked and underserved aspects of senior care. Salter launched Close the Gap with an electric bike ride to each Caring Senior Service franchise location throughout the country, totaling more than 9,000 miles.

For more information on Caring Senior Service, please visit their website at https://www.caringseniorservice.com/.

About Franchise Business Review

Franchise Business Review (FBR) is a leading market research firm serving the franchise sector. FBR measures the satisfaction and engagement of franchisees and franchise employees and publishes various guides and reports for entrepreneurs considering an investment in a franchise business. Since 2005, FBR has surveyed hundreds of thousands of franchise owners and over 1,200 leading franchise companies. FBR publishes free and unbiased franchisee satisfaction research reports throughout the year online at http://www.FranchiseBusinessReview.com. To read our publications, visit https://franchisebusinessreview.com/page/publications/.

12 01, 2024

Re-Bath Inks Multi-Unit Agreement for Five New Markets, Marks Expansion into NYC Boroughs

Paul Zboichyk2024-01-12T17:19:53-05:00January 12th, 2024|Tags: aging and accessibility solutions, Bathroom Remodeling, Re-Bath, tub and shower updates|

America’s Premier Bathroom Remodeler Grows Presence in Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island

NEW YORK — Re-Bath, the nation’s largest complete bathroom remodeling franchise, has announced a multi-unit signed agreement in New York that will cover Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island. Re-Bath is actively expanding its presence along the East Coast and is set to venture into even more new markets within the state. With large retailer partnerships contributing to the brand’s growth and market share gains driving nearly a 31% YOY increase in systemwide sales, prospective franchisees are flocking to the Re-Bath franchise opportunity.

Spearheading this massive growth across the Empire State are longtime New York residents, Robert Citrangola and Grace Campbell. While the duo is new to Re-Bath, they bring 30 years of combined franchise experience in the remodeling and restoration industry. Citrangola is a third-generation franchise owner at Servpro, and has established a reputation as an industry leader in Manhattan and the surrounding areas. In 2011, he founded Commercial Duct Cleaning Corp and went on to become a senior partner at Servpro of Midtown Manhattan. Campbell served as his right hand for operations at Servpro, and they plan on carrying the same dynamic into this new journey as Re-Bath multi-unit franchisees.

“With 15 years of experience in franchising and a passion for the remodeling and restoration industry, we are eager to bring our expertise to five new untapped markets,” said Robert Citrangola. “We are excited about the opportunity to transform homes and exceed the expectations of homeowners in these territories while creating spaces that they will cherish for years to come. Our dedication to delivering top-notch remodeling services aligns perfectly with Re-Bath’s reputation for excellence.”

With development surging across the region, Re-Bath is looking for entrepreneurs who are ready to stake their claim in the booming home improvement industry. In March of 2023, the brand announced a two-territory signed agreement that would service Suffolk and Westchester counties along with an additional signed agreement for Buffalo, New York in October. With an additional four territories available in upstate New York, company leadership has identified the state as a prime area for growth, in addition to Vermont and Maine.

“Robert and Grace are a great addition to our system, bringing with them vast industry and market experience,” said Brad Hillier, CEO of Re-Bath. “Their experience in dealing with a large volume of customers paired with their knowledge of the community sets them up for huge success as Re-Bath franchisees. For those looking to join a growing franchise brand, upstate New York is a hot market with available territories.”

The impressive growth achieved by the brand has not gone unnoticed as Re-Bath recently earned the No. 283 spot on Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2023 Franchise 500®, the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. Re-Bath also ranked No. 2 on Qualified Remodeler‘s Top 500 Nationals List and was recognized as No. 1 in the “Best Bathroom Renovations” category on Bob Vila’s 2022 Best Home Improvement Contractors of 2022 Ranking. The franchise is building off this momentum for repeated success throughout 2023, with a goal of awarding 25 franchise agreements while strengthening performance and same-store sales.

For more information on Re-Bath and franchise opportunities, visit www.rebathfranchise.com/ or call 888-454-8842.

About Re-Bath
Re-Bath is the nation’s largest complete bathroom remodeling franchise that has grown to more than 100 locations across the country. The parent company’s first entry in the bathroom remodeling industry occurred in 1978 and focused on the hospitality sector. In 1991, Re-Bath launched its first franchise location to focus on the residential market. The company offers complete bathroom remodels, tub and shower updates, plus aging and accessibility solutions. From simple bathtub replacements to complete bathroom redesigns, Re-Bath makes bathroom remodeling effortless, convenient and affordable, all with professional, friendly and factory-trained installers. Re-Bath is a one-stop service that covers the entire process – from design to done – in three easy steps: consultation, removal, and installation. Re-Bath assembles its own exclusive line of products at its headquarters located in Phoenix, Ariz., and offers best-in-class products from national brands for its customers. For more information, please visit www.rebath.com or www.rebathfranchise.com for more details on the franchise opportunity.

12 01, 2024

Pvolve’s 2023 Growth Shows Growing Popularity for Functional Fitness

Paul Zboichyk2024-01-12T17:04:55-05:00January 12th, 2024|Tags: fitness company, functional movement, proprietary equipment, Pvolve|

Emerging Fitness Franchise Shares Record-Breaking Levels of Growth and Goals for Years Ahead

NEW YORK — Pvolve, the omnichannel fitness franchise heralded for its patented, science-led method that pairs functional movement with proprietary equipment, recently closed what was the most significant year for brand expansion in the 6 years since the concept’s inception. And to kick off the New Year, the team is sharing the cultural and economic factors that are driving the widespread demand for their offering, and what expectations are for continued development of the Pvolve franchise moving forward.

28 franchise licenses were awarded by the Pvolve team in 2023, boosting their total number of franchise locations awarded to 40. The franchise also opened 5 new studios in 2023, which included new market debuts in San Diego and Carlsbad, CA, Nashville, TN, Victoria (British Columbia), and Calgary in Alberta, Canada.

The post-pandemic environment has refocused the attention of millions of consumers on the value of promoting healthy aging and longevity. More than that, it’s served as a call to action for entrepreneurs to lean into the wellness movement and provide innovative health and fitness solutions for their communities. Furthermore, the fitness industry is seeing a resurgence of consumers eager for in-person experiences, and according to IHRSA’s 2023 Global Report, boutique fitness accounts for 42% of all gym memberships. These cultural tailwinds and the timing of Pvolve’s franchise opportunity has created the perfect environment for many to partner with the business.

The Pvolve franchise is large enough to offer interested parties a proven business model, infrastructure and an experienced support team, while still small enough for franchisees to have a real impact on the growing fitness concept. Franchise Owners are also attracted to Pvolve because it is an innovative, first-to-market fitness modality, backed by clinical studies and an experienced medical advisory board. The brand is distinct from other franchise concepts that offer more repeatable workouts because the Pvolve Method is proprietary and features patented equipment that can only be experienced through their concept.

“One of the greatest selling points of our franchise opportunity is the accessibility of the Pvolve Method’s low-impact, resistance-based workouts which widens the total addressable market for the studio,” said Pvolve President Julie Cartwright. “Pvolve is also uniquely positioned for today’s consumer because our omni channel offering allows consumers to work out with Pvolve however they choose, whether that is at the studio, at home or while traveling.”

Cartwright credits the efficacy of Pvolve’s signature Method, its clinically-proven results, as well with its recent partnership with world-renowned actress, producer, and director, Jennifer Aniston, as the reason the brand has experienced explosive growth this past year. In addition, the franchise offers a multi-revenue stream business model, proprietary equipment, and hybrid class experiences that further fuel its expansion.

For more information on Pvolve and its franchising opportunities, please visit https://pvolvefranchise.com/.

About Pvolve
Pvolve is an omnichannel fitness company with a science-led method that pairs low-impact, functional movement with patented resistance equipment to sculpt, strengthen, and restore the body while enhancing mobility and flexibility. After being introduced to functional fitness in 2017, founder Rachel Katzman was determined to help others experience an approach that respects the body’s holistic needs while making you look and feel great. The Pvolve Method is supported by a Clinical Advisory Board of doctors, as well as highly credentialed trainers, to offer effective workouts that help you break a sweat, not your body. In June 2023, world-renowned actress, producer, and director, Jennifer Aniston, officially partnered with Pvolve after falling in love with the method as a member. Through its hybrid fitness model, Pvolve can be experienced through a streaming membership that offers over 1,300 on-demand classes, a two-way, live virtual studio, and targeted series, all available via the web and mobile apps. Additionally, Pvolve has physical studio locations in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and franchises across the US and Canada, with more than 35 locations in development. For more information, please visit https://www.pvolve.com/.

12 01, 2024

Gotcha Covered Named a Top Franchise by Franchise Business Review for third consecutive year

Paul Zboichyk2024-01-12T17:00:18-05:00January 12th, 2024|Tags: Custom Interior Window Treatments, Gotcha Covered, home improvement, Window Treatment Consultation|

Independent survey shows franchise owners are highly satisfied with the leading custom window treatment provider’s performance

DENVER — Gotcha Covered, the leader in custom window treatment across the U.S. and Canada and part of the innovative, growing Five Star Franchising platform of home service brands, has been named a Top Franchise for the third consecutive year by Franchise Business Review. This is the 19^th annual ranking of the 200 best franchise opportunities as rated by franchise business owners. The list is available at https://franchisebusinessreview.com/lists/top-200-franchises/.

“At Gotcha Covered, we’re relentless in our commitment to our franchise owners, so we truly appreciate this honor,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “We provide franchise owners with industry-leading support so they can thrive and grow by delivering extraordinary experiences to their customers. It’s gratifying to see that our franchise owners recognize the difference our franchise systems and values make.”

With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, Gotcha Covered provides homeowners and businesses with the best in soft and hard window treatments, including a variety of blinds, draperies, and smart home solutions.

Franchise Business Review, a market research firm that performs independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction and employee engagement, provides the only rankings and awards for franchise companies based solely on actual franchisee satisfaction and performance. Franchise Business Review publishes its rankings of the top 200 franchises in its annual Guide to Today’s Top Franchises.

“This prestigious recognition stands out because it’s based on the satisfaction of franchise owners, who are the engine of our success,” said J. Andrew Mengason, chief growth officer for Five Star Franchising. “Gotcha Covered and Five Star Franchising are committed to supporting franchise owners as they pursue their dreams of financial freedom through owning a franchise business. This ranking reflects our commitment and the value of the innovative franchise resources we provide that empower them to deliver world-class service to their customers.”

Gotcha Covered was among more than 375 franchise brands, representing over 35,000 franchise owners, that participated in Franchise Business Review’s research. Gotcha Covered franchise owners were surveyed on 33 benchmark questions about their experience and satisfaction regarding critical areas of their franchise systems, including training and support, operations, franchisor/franchisee relations, and financial opportunity.

“Franchisee satisfaction continues to be the leading indicator of franchise performance and system health, and we are pleased to report that our latest research shows satisfaction has remained at some of the highest levels in the past 19 years. In fact, our survey results show that three out of four franchise owners would recommend their brand to others. That’s extremely encouraging news for franchise owners and anyone considering investing in a franchise,” said Michelle Rowan, president and COO of Franchise Business Review. “As an independent research firm, Franchise Business Review is committed to helping prospective franchisees get an objective view of the best franchise opportunities available based on actual feedback from the people who own them.”

In 2023, Gotcha Covered was named to Franchise Business Review’s lists of Top 200 Franchises, Top Low-Cost Franchises, Top Recession-Proof Franchises, Top Franchise Cultures and Most Innovative Franchises.

For more information on franchising with Gotcha Covered, visit gotchacoveredfranchising.com.

For more information about Five Star Franchising, visit http://fivestarfranchising.com/.

About Gotcha Covered
Gotcha Covered is the premier provider of custom interior window treatments in North America, offering solutions including blinds, draperies, shutters, smart home systems and much more. The company provides end-to-end consultation inspired by customer’s needs and goals, and proudly celebrates 99% positive customer reviews. Franchising since 2009 and acquired by Five Star Franchising in 2021, Gotcha Covered is quickly growing across North America with more than 160 franchise locations. For more information, visit gotchacovered.com. To learn about franchising with Gotcha Covered, visit gotchacoveredfranchising.com.

About Five Star Franchising
Five Star Franchising is an innovative, growing platform of home service brands with more than 800 total locations throughout North America. Franchise owners across Five Star’s brands, including Five Star Bath Solutions, Gotcha Covered, Bio-One, 1-800-Packouts, 1-800-Textiles, and Mosquito Shield, enjoy a robust support network and access to industry-leading tools such as ProNexis, the 24/7 sales support solution tailored for home service businesses, and Five Star Marketing Services, Five Star Franchising’s elite marketing engine. Five Star Franchising’s commitment to core values — Driven, Real, Innovative, Vital, and Enthusiastic (DRIVE) — ensures its brands are category leaders and empowers franchise owners to maximize profitable growth and secure their financial destiny. Five Star Franchising is consistently recognized as one of the most successful companies in Utah, ranking among the fastest-growing businesses in the state on the MountainWest Capital Network Utah 100, the Utah Valley BusinessQ UV50 and the Utah Business Fast 50 lists. For more information, visit fivestarfranchising.com.

About Franchise Business Review
Franchise Business Review (FBR) is a leading market research firm serving the franchise sector. FBR measures the satisfaction and engagement of franchisees and franchise employees and publishes various guides and reports for entrepreneurs considering an investment in a franchise business. Since 2005, FBR has surveyed hundreds of thousands of franchise owners and over 1,200 leading franchise companies. FBR publishes free and unbiased franchisee satisfaction research reports throughout the year online at http://www.FranchiseBusinessReview.com. To read our publications, visit https://franchisebusinessreview.com/page/digital-guides/.

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