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11 12, 2023

A Decade Strong: GYMGUYZ Celebrates 10 Years of Franchising with Massive Growth & Development in 2023

2023-12-11T17:36:07-05:00December 11th, 2023|Tags: , , , |

World’s Largest In-Home Fitness Franchise Flexes Accelerated Growth, Reports Expansion into 170 New Cities

MELVILLE, N.Y. — GYMGUYZ, the world’s largest in-home and on-site personal training franchise, is set to close out 2023 with record-setting growth numbers. This year, the brand is closing out 10 years of franchising, boasting the opening of new franchise territories – expanding into an additional 170 cities – with a projection of 75 more territories for 2024.

“As we celebrate a decade of franchising, I’m thrilled to say that our team continues to meet and surpass our annual goals,” said Josh York, Founder & CEO of GYMGUYZ. “Between our dedicated existing franchisees expanding into new territories and the addition of impressive new franchisees to our system, we have further solidified our position as an industry leader and are well set up to continue building a strong fitness brand. The journey ahead is exciting, and we look forward to inspiring even more individuals on their path to a healthier and happier life.”

As the wellness market grows from being a $53 billion market in 2022 to an industry with $74.9 billion in projected revenue in 2030, GYMGUYZ remains steadfast in its commitment to expanding its reach and empowering clients. Key to this commitment has been the rollout of several new services offerings.

This year, the brand diversified its offerings by launching Assisted Stretch services. Similar to other services, GYMGUYZ provides all equipment necessary for Assisted Stretch sessions which are offered at client request and can be personalized to the individual. Additionally, the brand has rolled out all-new, online, one-on-one and small group fitness virtual training sessions, streamed from a state-of-the-art fitness studio. The Online Personal Training studio is a 1,700-square-foot designated space at GYMGUYZ’s Headquarters in Melville, New York.

Continuously innovating, the brand has also expanded its reach in the marketplace by teaming up with corporations, schools, parks and recreation departments, senior living centers, and other local business partners. This has opened the door to vast growth potential, setting the stage for an ambitious 2024 ahead.

“Our goal at GYMGUYZ is transform lives; not just the lives of our clients, but the lives of our franchise owners,” said York. “Our making a true difference in their communities.”

Serving over 1,000 cities internationally, including cities in the United States, United Kingdom and Canada, GYMGUYZ uses a variety of customized fitness programs, including strength training, cardio fitness, sports conditioning, group fitness, weight loss and toning, senior fitness, youth and teen fitness, assisted stretch, and nutrition counseling to help people reach their health goals. GYMGUYZ’s Certified Personal Trainers are experts in using GYMGUYZ methodologies, and they employ various techniques and tools to ensure that no two workouts are ever the same, but are always fun and challenging.

To learn more about GYMGUYZ consumer and business services, visit https://www.gymguyz.com/. To learn more about franchising with GYMGUYZ, visit https://www.gymguyz.com/franchise-opportunities/.

About GYMGUYZ

GYMGUYZ is proud to be the largest in-home and on-site personal training company in the world. GYMGUYZ brings the workout to their clients and provides convenient, customized and creative workouts.  Headquartered in Melville, N.Y., and founded in 2008 by fitness specialist Josh York, the brand delivers expert personal trainers that utilize a fleet of branded vehicles stocked with state-of-the-art fitness equipment to deliver exceptional fitness experiences. In 2019, the brand was recognized as No. 5 on Inc. Mag’s 10 Hottest Franchise Businesses in America, which highlighted their growth of more than 801% over the last three years. GYMGUYZ also scored the first and second place spots on Franchise Gator’s annual list of the Top 100 Fastest-Growing Franchises and received recognition as a top franchise in Entrepreneur’s Highly Competitive 41st Annual Franchise 500. Now serving over 1,000 cities internationally, including cities in the United States, United Kingdom and Canada, GYMGUYZ is the fastest-growing fitness concept in the U.S. with plans to open another 75 territories by the end of 2023. For more information on GYMGUYZ and franchising opportunities, visit http://www.gymguyz.com/.

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8 12, 2023

Temporary Wall Systems North Georgia wins Franchisee of the Year

2023-12-08T16:49:50-05:00December 8th, 2023|Tags: , , , , |

Local owner Jon Williamson also nets the Top Producer of the Year at the 2023 HomeFront Brands franchisee convention

ATLANTA — Temporary Wall Systems (TWS) North Georgia owner Jon Williamson was presented with both the Franchisee of the Year and the Top Producer of the Year awards for his relentless hard work and sales achievements within the HomeFront Brands franchise network.

Williamson was presented with the awards at the HomeFront Brands “Homecoming” convention held in November at the company’s headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina. HomeFront Brands is the parent company of Temporary Wall Systems, and the convention was held to bring together franchisees, corporate employees and vendor partners to celebrate the company’s accelerated growth since its inception in late 2022.

“Jon Williamson’s unmatched zeal, commitment and sales excellence are a complement to the HomeFront Brands team,” said HomeFront Brands Chairman and CEO Jeff Dudan. “The remarkable progress HomeFront Brands has made in its first year was on display at our conference, and Jon’s contributions certainly added to our remarkable success. He is a fantastic example of what persistence and dedication can achieve.”

Williams took home trophies for his wins, along with a $2,000 contribution to his digital marketing budget from the HomeFront Brands team – $500 for the Top Producer of the Year and $1,500 for winning the Franchisee of the Year.

“I feel very privileged to be recognized as both the Top Producer of the Year and the Franchisee of the Year for the TWS brand,” Williamson said. “I’m profoundly proud of my team’s work in the North Georgia area and being acknowledged for our efforts is truly a humbling experience. When we opened, we simply wanted to offer a solid, reusable product and provide quality service. Winning awards for achieving what we set out to do is genuinely fulfilling.”

Williamson opened his North Georgia location earlier in 2023 after having worked in sales for most of his career. He also owns a Temporary Wall Systems franchise in the Nashville area and has a family-owned holding company comprised of several businesses and investments spanning across multiple industries. He is a graduate of the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business.

To learn more about Temporary Wall Systems North Georgia, please visit https://tempwallsystems.com/locations/north-georgia/.

About Temporary Wall Systems

Founded in 2017 and franchised since 2022, Temporary Wall Systems (TWS) is the first and leading full-service, rentable containment wall provider in the United States. TWS offers commercial contractors and facilities managers a turnkey alternative to labor-intensive interim containment methods like drywall. Our customers benefit from clean and quiet business continuity during construction, renovation, or maintenance projects in healthcare, public transportation, education, retail, and commercial office facilities. TWS is a brand partner of HomeFront Brands, a platform company of emerging property service franchises. Explore the versatility of Temporary Wall Systems at https://tempwallsystems.com/.

About HomeFront Brands

HomeFront Brands empowers entrepreneurs to create thriving franchised residential and commercial property service brands. Driven by an experienced team of franchise executives and rooted in family values, HomeFront Brands helps emerging or established concepts accelerate their growth by delivering enterprise-level solutions to local business owners who aspire to build a dynasty and create generational wealth. By leveraging integrated technology, data-driven intelligence and advanced learning management systems, HomeFront Brands is building a foundation for its brands — Window Hero, The Designery, Temporary Wall Systems, BiltRite Home Inspections, Top Rail Fence and Mozzie Dome – to transform lives through franchise ownership.

For more information about HomeFront Brands’ current solutions, new business development, and franchising opportunities, please visit https://homefrontbrands.com.

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7 12, 2023

Allison Zorich Promoted to Chief Development Officer at FranDevCo

2023-12-11T10:23:58-05:00December 7th, 2023|Tags: , , |

Zorich brings experience in franchise growth and track record of success to new role

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — FranDevCo, a leading franchise development company, is delighted to announce the promotion of Allison Zorich to the position of Chief Development Officer. As an accomplished professional and dedicated leader, Zorich has proven her extraordinary expertise in franchise development throughout her career. Her promotion will strengthen FranDevCo’s position as a trailblazer in the industry.

Zorich joined FranDevCo in January 2023 as Vice President of Franchise Development, bringing with her a wealth of experience and knowledge gained throughout many years in the franchising sector. During her time at FranDevCo, Zorich has led numerous successful initiatives that have significantly contributed to the company’s growth and success. Prior to her role with FranDevCo, Zorich spearheaded franchise development at Premium Service Brands and spent nearly a decade as a leader in business development at Guidant Financial.

“Allison’s promotion to Chief Development Officer is a testament to her remarkable contributions and unwavering dedication to FranDevCo,” said Sung Ohm, CEO of FranDevCo. “Her extensive experience in franchise development, coupled with her exceptional leadership skills, make her the perfect fit for this pivotal role. We are confident that under Allison’s guidance, FranDevCo will continue to strengthen its position as an industry leader.”

Zorich has been a driving force behind key strategic decisions that have guided FranDevCo’s expansion to new heights and gained substantial recognition for her exceptional leadership skills. Her ability to identify untapped growth opportunities and build strong relationships with partners and stakeholders has been instrumental to the company’s continuous achievements.

As Chief Development Officer, Zorich will further enhance FranDevCo’s vision of providing unmatched services to franchisees and facilitating the growth of franchise concepts across a variety of industries. Her outstanding track record and deep understanding of the franchising landscape will enable her to lead FranDevCo’s development team toward new heights, ensuring the company remains at the forefront of industry innovation.

“I am honored and thrilled to be taking on the role of Chief Development Officer at FranDevCo,” Zorich said. “I am grateful for the confidence that the company has placed in me, and I am committed to ensuring our franchise partners and clients achieve unparalleled success in their ventures. Together with our exceptional team, we will drive FranDevCo’s continued growth and innovation.”

With Allison Zorich now at the helm as Chief Development Officer, FranDevCo is poised for continued success and anticipates further expansion of its franchise development offerings. Zorich’s promotion represents FranDevCo’s commitment to nurturing talent within the organization, solidifying its position as a leader within the franchising industry.

About FranDevCo:

FranDevCo is a franchise development company that specializes in working with emerging and growth-oriented brands. Their primary goal is to foster rapid, sustainable growth by connecting exceptional franchisees with the perfect franchise opportunity. FranDevCo’s mission is centered around driving successful growth through collaboration, efficient processes, and a track record of proven systems. They currently partner with a range of notable brands, including Costa Oil, Temporary Wall Systems, Crushr, beem Light Sauna, Corporate Cleaning Group, Chatime, PatchMaster, Floyd’s 99 Barbershop and the latest addition, IV Nutrition. For more information about FranDevCo, visit their website at frandev.co.

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7 12, 2023

Leading EMS Fitness Franchise BODY20 Appoints Jay Galluzzo as New CEO

2023-12-11T10:23:08-05:00December 7th, 2023|Tags: , , , |

Industry Veteran Tapped to Lead BODY20 as Company Prepares itself to More than Triple its Footprint in 2024

MIAMI — BODY20, the category-leading Electro-Muscle Stimulation (EMS) fitness franchise, announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed fitness industry veteran Jay Galluzzo as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Galluzzo will succeed Greg Breitbart, who will transition to a key role as a member of the Board of Directors. As BODY20’s new CEO, Galluzzo will prioritize accelerating the brand’s already record-breaking growth and making BODY20 a household name as the global leader in technology-driven boutique fitness.

Galluzzo, 49, brings over 15 years of experience in operating, investing in and advising boutique fitness concepts, originally as the CEO and Co-Founder of Flywheel Sports, the first boutique fitness brand to incorporate emerging technology (performance tracking and in-class competition) into the studio experience, which he led from its launch in 2010 through a successful exit in 2014. Following Flywheel, Galluzzo was a partner at North Castle Partners, where he sourced and led investments in many well-known consumer experiential businesses in the wellness industry. Most recently, he served as the CEO of Club Sports Group, a fitness, wellness, and investment platform and the largest franchisee of F45 studios.

The decision to appoint Galluzzo as CEO was a strategic one, with Breitbart playing the key role in the selection process. Reflecting on the transition, Breitbart stated, “It has been a privilege to lead BODY20, and I am confident that Jay is the right leader to guide the company to even greater success. As we seek to aggressively move BODY20 forward and further establish the company as a top boutique fitness concept, we focused on identifying an extraordinary leader who could bring vision, focus and a wealth of experience to BODY20’s operations that will help us fulfill the ultimate vision for the brand. Jay’s proven track record and his history as a one of the early pioneers in the fitness technology space make him the perfect choice to take BODY20 to new heights and expand into the most important and sophisticated markets in the U.S. and beyond. I look forward to supporting him in my role on the board.”

“I am honored to join BODY20 during this exciting time of growth for the brand,” said Galluzzo. “I am eager to bring my experience and fitness background to the team and build upon the best-in-class business and culture established under Greg’s exceptional leadership. I’ve had the good fortune in my career to work with a number of cutting-edge brands that have made an indelible mark on the industry, and BODY20 is sure to do the same.”

BODY20, under Breitbart’s leadership since 2019, has achieved exponential growth during his tenure and established strongholds in Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Austin, Phoenix, Denver and Chicago metro areas. In the past year, the brand surpassed 250 signed franchise agreements, and has received numerous accolades including a No. 56 ranking on Entrepreneur Magazine’s coveted list of Top New and Emerging Franchises, as well as a spot on the 2023 Inc. 5000 as the 292nd Fastest Growing Private Brand in the U.S. Breitbart’s decision-making prowess has been instrumental in positioning BODY20 as an industry leader.

“As we look ahead, BODY20 is poised for an exciting journey, which includes having 100 studios open by Summer 2024 and eyeing expansion in key markets in California and New York, while also introducing innovative fitness offerings to elevate the BODY20 experience,” said Galluzzo. “We are committed to being a market leader in fitness franchising, and the dominant name in the EMS space. The future is bright.”

About BODY20:

BODY20 is a rapidly growing fitness franchise that leverages technology through the use of an FDA-cleared Electro-Muscle Stimulation (EMS) suit to revolutionize the way people workout and help unlock their full potential.  BODY20 offers a 20-minute one-on-one workout with a certified BODY20 Coach that guides you through customized strength and cardio programs, giving your body over 150 times more muscle contractions than a conventional workout without any use of traditional gym equipment.  BODY20’s goal is to in just 20 minutes per week, materially impact the other 10,060 minutes in the week for each and every member. To learn more about BODY20 and its franchise opportunities, visit: https://body20.com.

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6 12, 2023

Franchiser Loads Up for ‘Golden Age of Remodeling’

2023-12-11T10:20:33-05:00December 6th, 2023|Tags: , , |

Garage Living opened multiple new franchise locations, including in Australia.

TORONTO — Analysts say the years between 2020 and 2030 may be remembered as “the golden age of remodeling.” That’s because 3.7 million more U.S. homes may reach the age they typically need renovations. The number of homes between 20 and 39 years old may increase to about 24.2 million in 2027, up from 20.5 million in 2018. This means lots of bathrooms, kitchens, and garages need remodeling.

To accommodate, one of North America’s leading garage renovation companies is expanding. Garage Living has opened eight new franchise locations in the second half of 2023, including two in Australia. This brings the company’s total franchise count to 38 sites in the U.S. and 47 overall, including locations in Canada.

Garage Living opened locations in Richmond, Virginia; Columbus, Ohio, and Ottawa, Ontario, in June. The company followed that with two more openings in July in Boston and London, Ontario. It’s ending the year by adding sites in Oklahoma City, Melbourne, Australia; and Sydney.

“The needs of our aging housing stock are only getting more pronounced,” said Aaron Cash, Garage Living’s president of franchise systems. “That’s why we couldn’t be more excited about adding these new branches to our growing family tree. We know each franchise owner will use their business experience and passion for renovations and construction to deliver Garage Living’s custom solutions.”

About Garage Living

Garage Living is ranked the No. 1 home improvement franchise in the U.S. and a top 500 franchise overall. Founded in 2005, Garage Living is a full-service, single-source solution that offers homeowners a turn-key fix from design to installation. With 38 franchise locations across North America, Garage Living transforms garages into clean, functional, and stylish places. Learn more about Garage Living’s luxury garage interior makeovers by visiting www.garageliving.com or calling 855-997-3046.

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6 12, 2023

Top Rail Fence Richmond owner wins CARES Award at franchisor convention

2023-12-06T16:39:10-05:00December 6th, 2023|Tags: , , , |

HomeFront Brands bestowed this honor on local owner Bob Stewart for his character and dedication to the company’s core values

RICHMOND, Va. — Top Rail Fence Richmond owner Bob Stewart was presented with the prestigious CARES Award at the HomeFront Brand’s inaugural franchisee convention earlier this month for his dedication to the values that define the franchising company’s brand.

The CARES Award, named for the company’s core values of community, accountability, respect, excellence and service, is bestowed upon a HomeFront Brand’s franchisee that has captured the admiration of the company’s other franchisees. The award winner is determined by a vote of the franchisee community at the company’s Homecoming Convention held at its headquarters in the Charlotte, North Carolina area.

“Bob consistently surpasses expectations for his dedication to community engagement, respect for others and his devotion to superior service,” said HomeFront Brands Chairman and CEO Jeff Dudan. “Our Homecoming Convention was a testament to our incredible expansion since our inception in 2022. Bob Stewart’s outstanding character and commitment to our core values is part of the reason for HomeFront Brands’ success.”

HomeFront Brands presented a CARES Award to a franchise owner from four of its most prolific brands, including Top Rail Fence, Window Hero, The Designery and Temporary Wall Systems. Stewart won the award for Top Rail Fence, the on-time professionals in fence design, quality, installation, and service.

“I’m humbled to be chosen as the CARES Award recipient by a vote of my peers,” Stewart said. “It’s always been my goal to provide great service and a high-quality product to my community. I’m grateful to the other franchisees for their confidence in my abilities to meet these goals.”

Stewart worked as an investment banker for 18 years before entering the building trades, where he has remained for the past 13 years. He is originally from Rochester, New York, but moved to Richmond with his wife Stacy 25 years ago.

He and his wife opened their Top Rail Fence location earlier this year. Together, they serve the communities of Ashland, Bon Air, Chester, Chesterfield, Goochland, Henrico, Hopewell, Mechanicsville, Midlothian, Moseley, New Kent, Powhatan, Prince George, Richmond, West Point and Williamsburg, Virginia.

To learn more about Top Rail Fence Richmond, please visit https://toprailfence.com/locations/richmond/.

About Top Rail Fence

Top Rail Fence got its start in 2014 in Greenville, South Carolina as Brookview Fencing, a veteran-owned and family-operated business. In 2022, the company joined the HomeFront Brands family of companies to serve more communities as Top Rail Fence. Since that time, Top Rail Fence has added locations throughout the United States and is continuing to expand. It strives to be at the top rail in customer responsiveness, quality design and materials, on-time delivery and installation, and in customer satisfaction. The company provides fencing solutions for residential, commercial and agricultural locations and offers wood, aluminum, vinyl, and chain link to provide the right fence to fit the customer’s needs. For more information about Top Rail Fence, please visit https://toprailfence.com/.

About HomeFront Brands:

HomeFront Brands empowers entrepreneurs to create thriving franchised residential and commercial property service brands. Driven by an experienced team of franchise executives and rooted in family values, HomeFront Brands helps emerging or established concepts accelerate their growth by delivering enterprise-level solutions to local business owners who aspire to build a dynasty and create generational wealth. By leveraging integrated technology, data-driven intelligence and advanced learning management systems, HomeFront Brands is building a foundation for its brands — Window Hero, The Designery, Temporary Wall Systems, BiltRite Home Inspections, Top Rail Fence and Mozzie Dome – to transform lives through franchise ownership.

For more information about HomeFront Brands’ current solutions, new business development, and franchising opportunities, please visit HomeFrontBrands.com.

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4 12, 2023

Zoom Drain Welcomes New Franchise Location in Northwest Raleigh

2023-12-04T19:07:10-05:00December 4th, 2023|Tags: , , , , |

Trusted Name in Drain and Sewer Services Set to Support Local Property Managers, Contractors, Plumbers & Homeowners with 24/7, 365 Drainage Solutions

RALEIGH, N.C. — Zoom Drain – a leading operator of drain and sewer services – opened its newest franchise in Northwest Raleigh on Dec. 4. Currently, there are three Zoom Drain franchise locations in North Carolina, with 59 total nationwide.

The new location is owned and operated by Boone Adams. Adams and his family have spent the last 15 years in the great city of Raleigh. They are intrinsically connected to the city and are excited to provide essential, unparalleled drain and sewer services to the Raleigh area, including Wake Forest, Cary, Apex, and beyond.

Adams is a manager and entrepreneur with over 15 years of business experience. He spent most of his career in the technical management sector, where he flexed his management experience as the IT/business manager for a global support center with more than 150 technicians who serviced a client database of over 80,000. He also worked in logistics and divisions, focusing on brand identity and marketing, doubling annual returns in only two years. Boone holds a Bachelor of Engineering Degree and furthered his education at Capitol College in Laurel, Md., achieving a Master’s Degree in Information Systems and Business Management.

Adams was drawn to Zoom Drain’s unique, effective business model. He believes his customer service experience will prove invaluable during interactions with customers, business managers, and owners.

“Achieving success in a plumbing services business like Zoom Drain demands a synergy of technical proficiency and business acumen,” says Adams. “My background in business management has provided me with the essential foundational skills required, including financial management, marketing strategies, superior customer service, and effective strategic planning.”

Zoom Drain provides around-the-clock residential and commercial services centering on drain and sewer cleaning, sewer pipe video inspections, grease trap maintenance, and much more. From clogged sinks and bathtubs to main sewer line blockages, Zoom Drain utilizes five different drain cleaning machines and a custom hydro-jetter to tackle any sewage issue that arises. Customers include commercial property managers, contractors, plumbers, and homeowners needing immediate solutions to drain and sewage issues.

Zoom Drain prides itself on consistently providing swift, dependable service by expertly-trained specialists for emergency and planned maintenance service needs – everything that has to do with wastewater management. Zoom Drain is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, and there’s never any additional cost for “off-hours” service such as nights, weekends, or even holidays.

“We’re excited to welcome Zoom Drain Raleigh Northwest to our expanding family of service providers,” says Jim Criniti, CEO of Zoom Drain. “Boone and his team’s eagerness to bring their expertise to the Raleigh community underline their dedication to delivering reliable and consistent service through their world-class technicians. Zoom Drain’s core ethos revolves around customer satisfaction, and they remain steadfast in their commitment to delivering nothing less than the absolute best.”

To learn more about Zoom Drain Raleigh Northwest, visit https://www.zoomdrain.com/

About Zoom Drain:
Zoom Drain is an operator and franchisor of drain and sewer services focusing on the repair, maintenance, and installation of everything “below the drain.” Zoom Drain provides expertly trained wastewater specialists for emergencies and planned maintenance of drains and sewers. Headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Zoom Drain currently has more than 59 locations across the U.S. and continues to grow.

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4 12, 2023

Zoom Drain Announces New Franchise Location: Expands into Southeast Raleigh

2023-12-04T18:59:33-05:00December 4th, 2023|Tags: , , , , |

Trusted Name in Drain and Sewer Services Set to Support Local Property Managers, Contractors, Plumbers & Homeowners with 24/7, 365 Drainage Solutions

RALEIGH, N.C. — Zoom Drain – a leading operator of drain and sewer services – opened its newest franchise in Southeast Raleigh on December 4. Located at 3262 S. Brightleaf Blvd., Zoom Drain Southeast Raleigh will proudly serve Southeast Raleigh and its surrounding communities in Goldsboro to South Raleigh Metro as well as Fuquay-Varina, Smithfield, Clayton, Garner, Knightdale, and Wilson. There are four Zoom Drain franchise locations in North Carolina, with 59 total nationwide.

The local owner of the new Zoom Drain location is Andrew Dixon. Dixon spent his professional career working in the mechanical and plumbing industries and brings a wealth of hands-on service plumbing experience to his new Zoom Drain business.

“My professional experience has given me insight into the day-to-day life of a service tech, and I intend on using this experience to provide our clients with the best service experience possible,” said Dixon. “Now, from a business owner’s perspective, I plan on building on the solid foundation of experience I already have as I learn the ‘Zoom way’ and begin servicing residents throughout Southeast Raleigh.”

Zoom Drain provides around-the-clock residential and commercial services centering on drain and sewer cleaning, sewer pipe video inspections, grease trap maintenance, and much more. From clogged sinks and bathtubs to main sewer line blockages, Zoom Drain utilizes five different drain cleaning machines and a custom hydro-jetter to tackle any sewage issue that arises. Customers include commercial property managers, contractors, plumbers, and homeowners needing immediate solutions to drain and sewage issues.

Zoom Drain prides itself on consistently providing swift, dependable service by expertly-trained specialists for emergency and planned maintenance service needs – everything that has to do with wastewater management. Zoom Drain is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, and there’s never any additional cost for “off-hours” service such as nights, weekends, or even holidays.

“We are fortunate to have found a franchise partner as experienced as Andrew to introduce our concept to Southeast Raleigh,” said Jim Criniti, CEO of Zoom Drain. “He has the full support of the Zoom Drain corporate team behind him as he grows and expands his business throughout the Southeast Raleigh market.”

To learn more about Zoom Drain Raleigh Southeast, visit https://www.zoomdrain.com/

About Zoom Drain:
Zoom Drain is an operator and franchisor of drain and sewer services focusing on the repair, maintenance, and installation of everything “below the drain.” Zoom Drain provides expertly trained wastewater specialists for emergencies and planned maintenance of drains and sewers. Headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Zoom Drain currently has more than 59 locations across the U.S. and continues to grow.

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4 12, 2023

Cruise Planners Makes Exciting Announcements during “CP World 2023: Limitless” Convention

2023-12-04T18:53:12-05:00December 4th, 2023|Tags: , , , |

CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. — Cruise Planners celebrated 30 years of success at its annual convention at the Broward Convention Center in South Florida. This year’s CP World theme was “Limitless,” showcasing that not even the sky is not the limit for Cruise Planners advisors. The convention took place from Nov. 27-29 followed by 2 nights onboard the new Celebrity Ascent.

The convention hosted more than 1,000 travel advisors from across the country and included supplier executives and representatives from all major cruise lines, tour companies, and all-inclusive resorts. Cruise Planners executives Michelle Fee, Founder and CEO; Theresa Scalzitti, COO; Brian Shultz, CIO and Scott Koepf, CSO shared a series of significant updates, encompassing this year’s record-breaking incredible financial performance, new proprietary tools and technology, marketing initiatives and 2024 in-person events. Cruise Planners also celebrated a major milestone of more than $1 Billion in sales in 2023 as well as a record year in both purchases and departures.

“I am inspired by our network of over 2,500 travel franchisees and our innovative home office team. Charting new courses, embracing change, and navigating uncharted waters have been the heart of our journey over the last 30 years,” said Michelle Fee, Founder and CEO of Cruise Planners.

Below is an overview of many of their exciting announcements made during their annual convention:

MAXX INTELLIGENCE: Maxx Intelligence is a new tool within CP Maxx that is designed to enhance content creation for agents through the power of AI and ChatGPT program. With Maxx Intelligence enabled, agents will gain access to a content generator that empowers them to effortlessly create new content by utilizing artificial intelligence. By inserting a prompt, agents can request artificial intelligence to generate responses that can be inserted into content and message fields to help create engaging ecards, blog pages, cruise sheets, lead forms, and much more.

MAXX CREATOR: Maxx Creator is a new tool within CP Maxx that enables agents to create visually appealing emails based on one of three layouts that are provided to them with each one including several elements to add to their emails such as banner images, messages, call to actions (links), and content blocks with or without images. With these elements, agents can shape their emails from simple emails to visual and content rich newsletter-style emails to send to their clients. With Maxx Creator, agents will also have the ability to create templates, reuse templates that have been created and shared within the franchise or utilize home office global templates to use when creating new emails as well as manage custom content such as custom banners, custom images, and attachments that have been uploaded.

EMAIL CAPTURE: Email capture in CP Maxx provides advisors with an efficient and convenient way to store, track, view and search client email communications in CP Maxx. Regardless of the email platform being used, advisors can add an easy to remember email address to the carbon copy (CC) field, and the email will automatically be saved in the “Sent Email” area of the email section of the client’s profile within CP Maxx and can also be saved to the client’s reservation for easy reference in the future.

CP MAXX VIDEO LIBRARY: The new Video Library tool in CP Maxx will give Cruise Planners advisors the ability to further customize and personalize their client experience. Using this tool, advisors may upload a video file or record their own video directly in CP Maxx via web browser to include within various other CP Maxx content tools and features. When recording a video, advisors will have the option to create a script to assist with the recording process and ensure a smooth recording experience. Furthermore, videos that are uploaded by advisors and the Cruise Planners Home Office team or recorded by advisors can be presented to clients during an interactive LivePlanner session.

WHERE2NEXT VIRTUAL SERIES: The award-winning Where2Next Virtual consumer series, launched during the pandemic, has been a success story ever since. In 2024, Cruise Planners will be enhancing this program to be an interactive experience for the clients to choose their own journey of learning and discovery for specific destinations, travel suppliers and more through various options of discovering information about various destinations and travel brands – all series will include a limited time exclusive offer.

LIVEPLANNER COLLECTIONS: LivePlanner Collections are curated assets sourced between Cruise Planners Home Office team and their supplier and tourism board partners. Comprised of links, images, videos, and documents, Collections bring groups of partner-driven assets directly to Cruise Planners advisors and their clients. Using the LivePlanner program, advisors may present Collections to their clients during an interactive LivePlanner vacation-planning session to gain a better understanding of their clients’ preferences for their next vacation.

LIVEPLANNER GROUP SESSIONS: Coming soon! The CP Maxx LivePlanner program will allow Cruise Planners advisors to complete interactive LivePlanner sessions with multiple clients at one time. This program enhancement will benefit advisors who would like to present vacation options to families, groups, or clients travelling together from different locations who would like to be part of the vacation-planning process. More details regarding LivePlanner will be available to our advisor network in 2024.

TRAVELTEK: Cruise Planners’ booking engine has integrated with a new Cruise API from Traveltek. This enables agents to get pricing, make live bookings, and retrieve cruise reservations. This partnership also provides significant advantages that will be available soon for the agents, such as making live bookings with more cruise lines than ever before and the ability to book into Cruisetours and group space.

2024 IN-PERSON EVENTS: (25+ Opportunities)

  • 2 Bootcamps
  • 3 Tech days
  • 3 Sales Academy
  • Land Symposium
  • Luxury Forum
  • 6 Star University Trainings
  • Annual Convention
  • 2 Elite Summits
  • Signature Travel Network Regional Events
  • Signature Travel Network Annual Conference
  • Signature Travel Network FAM Opportunities

This year’s convention introduced an exciting addition: the Destination Welcome Showcase, designed to illuminate numerous captivating destinations and countries represented by several Tourism Board partners. Advisors had the opportunity for one-on-one interactions to delve deeper into new countries, hotel properties, key tourist attractions, and distinctive selling propositions. Another exciting feature to the convention was the supplier tradeshow which marked Cruise Planners’ largest event ever, hosting over 170 partners, including cruise lines, tour operators, hotels, resorts, and destinations.

“Cruise Planners success is based on our five main pillars – Marketing, Technology, Training, Support and our People & Culture. Our annual convention is the culmination of dedication, hard work, perseverance and innovation and I could not be more proud to lead this amazing organization,” said Michelle Fee, Founder and CEO of Cruise Planners.

About Cruise Planners

Cruise Planners was founded in 1994 and is the nation’s largest home-based travel agent franchise network. As a leader in the travel franchise industry, Cruise Planners positions a nation-wide network of 2,500 franchise owners for success by providing innovative marketing programs, proprietary and cutting-edge booking and technology tools, as well as professional development and hands-on training with the industry’s top executives. The company continues to be an industry leader and was named the No.1 travel franchise by Entrepreneur magazine for 18 consecutive years and awarded by Franchise Business Review as “Best-In-Category” for 2 years.

Franchise Business Review also ranked Cruise Planners #3 OVERALL on their list of Top 200 Franchises of 2022. Cruise Planners was recently featured in Entrepreneur as one of the top 30 franchise innovators in technology, has been consistently named as one of the Top Women-Owned Businesses by the South Florida Business Journal, is on the Inc. 5000 list as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America, and was recognized as one of the Top Workplaces by the Sun Sentinel.

Visit our website, www.cruiseplanners.com, for more information or to view the complete list of awards and honors. For those interested in becoming a franchise owner, please visit https://www.cruiseplannersfranchise.com/.

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4 12, 2023

Pvolve Announces Northwest Expansion Following Franchise Deal for Spokane, Washington

2023-12-04T18:43:07-05:00December 4th, 2023|Tags: , , , |

Functional Fitness Brand to Debut New Studio Location in Fall 2024

SPOKANE, Wash. — Pvolve, the omni-channel fitness company with an innovative, science-led method that pairs functional movement with proprietary equipment, is breaking into the Northwest region following their latest franchise deal for Spokane, Washington, with Teresa and Scott Hatter.

Both Teresa and Scott have spent the entirety of their professional careers in franchising, operating business concepts in the restaurant and personal care industries before embarking on this most recent endeavor in the fitness space. According to Teresa, she and her husband believe the trajectory that the boutique fitness category has been on in recent years lends confidence that Pvolve will find success in the Spokane community.

“Pvolve is a passion project for us more than anything else,” Teresa shared. “We have first-hand experience with the results that the method delivers. We are honored to offer our community this modality, which is more approachable for those of all different health backgrounds who still want to move and see physical changes to their bodies.”

The Hatters hope their studio will serve as a sanctuary of sorts; a safe space where everyone can feel encouraged to pursue their personal health journeys, wherever their fitness levels may lie on the continuum. While the location has not been confirmed yet, their goal is to open in the South Hill area.

“Our entire team is incredibly excited to introduce our method to Spokane,” said Pvolve President Julie Cartwright. “Teresa and Scott bring deep franchise experience and so much passion for the method, a winning combination for operating a successful studio. We are so lucky to welcome the Hatters to the Pvolve team and look forward to watching their community in Spokane grow.”

Cartwright credits the efficacy of Pvolve’s signature method, along with its recent partnership with world-renowned actress, producer, and director, Jennifer Aniston, as the reason the brand has experienced explosive growth this 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 LLC, or Personal Evolution, is an innovative fitness company that pairs functional movement with resistance-based equipment to sculpt, tone, strengthen, and restore the body while enhancing mobility and stability. 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. Pvolve’s method is supported by a Clinical Advisory Board of highly credentialed doctors, trainers, and experts to offer safe and 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 in 2021. Through its hybrid fitness model, Pvolve can be experienced via a streaming membership that offers live and on-demand classes on Pvolve.com and on the Pvolve App, and via physical studio locations. For more information, please visit https://www.pvolve.com/, https://pvolvefranchise.com/ and @pvolve on Instagram.

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