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8 04, 2022

Eat The Frog Fitness Go’in Big in Texas

2022-04-08T13:44:06-04:00April 8th, 2022|Tags: , , , , , |

FORT WORTH, Texas — The franchise Eat The Frog Fitness is opening new locations across Texas and the rest of the United States, making it one of the fastest-growing fitness franchise brands in the United States. “With explosive growth (1,150%) in just three years, we’ve rapidly become one of the leading franchise opportunities in the fitness industry,” says CEO and Co-Founder, Joe Culver.

Currently, Eat The Frog Fitness has 30 locations open including 6 in pre-sale with an additional 40+ in development.. This is driving expansion in markets like California, Kansas, North Carolina, Florida, Arizona, Illinois, and more. The brand is also breaking into entirely new markets in Iowa, New Jersey, and Texas, with plans to launch several corporate studios in the Texas market over the next two years. Five new franchisee groups have also joined the brand in the past quarter.

NBA player and Eat The Frog investor Anthony Tolliver said, “the aggressive expansion of Eat The Frog Fitness into Texas is a great step for the brand. I am personally excited to have several new studios opening throughout my home state.”

Eat The Frog Fitness has a proven franchise-based business model that benefits franchisees and members. Eat The Frog features:

  • Workouts in an immersive studio experience
  • One-on-one coaching
  • Live and virtual training
  • A 24/7 business model that minimizes the need for staffing while maximizing membership potential
  • 16, 20, and 24 station models – offering flexibility to enter any market

About Eat The Frog Fitness

Eat The Frog Fitness (eatthefrogfitness.com) is about doing the work and not procrastinating. Co-Founded by Olympic Gold Medalist Bryan Clay, Eat The Frog is one of the fastest-growing boutique fitness franchise companies. Backed by elite athletic insights – Eat The Frog Fitness has developed a unique hyper-personalized approach to fitness that combines the best of personal training, group fitness, FitTech, and community to help members achieve real results. Eat The Frog disrupts the fitness industry completely. You get the motivation of a group and the results of personal training with an individual training plan, custom heart rate algorithm, one-on-one coach support, and a truly immersive workout experience. So even though fitness is hard, with Eat The Frog, you’ll feel like you have an entire team of professionals at your back. For more franchising information, visit FrogFranchise.com. Media inquiries can be directed to marketing@etffitness.com.

7 04, 2022

Zoom Room Announces New VP Leadership Roles

2022-04-07T13:50:14-04:00April 7th, 2022|Tags: , , , |

Experienced Executives Appointed to Strengthen Operations of Revolutionary Dog Training Organization.

REDONDO BEACH, Calif. — Zoom Room, the venture-backed, revolutionary indoor dog training gym, announced the promotion and hiring of two experienced executives in leadership roles that will help to strengthen and support the brand as the organization continues to expand nationwide. As the pet industry continues to experience unprecedented growth, Liz Claflin has been promoted to the franchisor’s newly developed position of Vice President of Strategic Projects, while Stephanie Knepp has been appointed as the Vice President of Operations. In their new roles, Claflin and Knepp will be responsible for project management and operational business support for Zoom Room.

With years of service in law enforcement, Claflin was ready for a change when she learned of Zoom Room’s unique business model. Claflin’s next act became a reality in 2013 when she opened a Zoom Room location in Walnut Creek, California. After operating the dog training gym and realizing the potential of the brand, Claflin joined Zoom Room as a company executive to make a more substantial impact in helping grow the system. Having served as the Vice President of Operations for Zoom Room from 2017 to 2022, Claflin has now moved into the role of Vice President of Strategic Projects where she will oversee projects requiring substantial institutional knowledge of the system, helping to benefit current and prospective franchisees. Claflin will be closely working with CEO Mark Van Wye and other members of the executive team.

“After ten years with Zoom Room, I’m excited to step into this new role and create enhancements to Zoom Room’s unique system that will immediately impact our mature and new franchisees in positive ways while creating a more efficient and nimble operational process for our internal team,” said Liz Claflin, VP of Strategic Projects. “My most immediate goal in this position is to create an advanced knowledge base platform to provide franchisees instant access to best practices as well as to assist in the creation of an engaging, asynchronous learning system that will provide education to franchisees and their staff on topics from dog training to product knowledge and merchandizing.”

Knepp has been brought on as Vice President of Operations of Zoom Room. With her home base in Arizona, Knepp brings years of experience in operational services having started her career in lifestyle amenity management as well as additional operational experience in spa and beauty services. In her new role, Knepp will be overseeing the operational support of all Zoom Room locations as the leading member of the operational team. Knepp will assist in general operations of open locations, the development and launch of new locations, on-boarding and training of additional support team members, assisting with the franchise sales process, and implementation of system-wide enhancements.

“I am thrilled to join the Zoom Room team and support the brand’s overall growth of the support system as Zoom Room expands nationwide. In this new role, a top priority is to get locations that are currently in site development to business launch – offering our modern approach to dog training, making it a lifestyle, to communities across the country,” said Stephanie Knepp, VP of Operations. “I will bring a fresh perspective to the table and provide our franchisees with the advice and guidance they need to succeed.”

“The pet sector has always fared well, even during the most economically-challenged times; the recent boom in dog ownership is unprecedented, and we are expanding our Zoom Room executive team to keep up with this demand. The Vice President of Strategic Projects role was created to oversee high-impact projects that will ensure that Zoom Room provides the best experience it can for its clients and be the best business to own and operate for our franchisees. No one is better suited than Liz to fill these new shoes,” said Mark Van Wye, CEO of Zoom Room. “As our newest hire, Stephanie will be taking up the reins to helm Zoom Room’s core business operations and to oversee the operational support of all Zoom Room franchises. I am confident that with her depth of experience in operations, Stephanie will excel in this role.”

For more information about Zoom Room, visit https://zoomroom.com/. For those interested in learning about franchise opportunities: https://zoomroom.com/franchise/.

ABOUT ZOOM ROOM

Founded in 2007, Zoom Room® is a venture-backed and revolutionary indoor dog training gym with locations across the U.S. With an emphasis on socialization, positive reinforcement, human education and the value of interactive learning, the company aims to strengthen the bond and communication between dogs and their owners. Zoom Room’s key revenue streams include dog training classes, socialization events and retail products. Zoom Room celebrates responsible pet owners who love to socialize with their dogs and embrace positive dog training methods in a fun, friendly environment for working out with your dog. They are the authors of Puppy Training in 7 Easy Steps, the best-selling dog training book of 2020, and Ultimate Puppy Training for Kids. Rooted in the belief that it’s important to give back to the community, Zoom Room works closely with animal rescue and welfare organizations both locally and nationwide. Learn more at https://zoomroom.com/.

4 04, 2022

DoodyCalls Pet Waste Removal to Scoop Poop in Johnson County

2022-04-04T16:56:59-04:00April 4th, 2022|Tags: , , |

The new location provides dog waste removal services to residents and communities of all sizes.

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — DoodyCalls, a nationwide leader in pet waste removal services, is growing its footprint in the pooper scooper industry with the opening of an office in Overland Park, Kansas. DoodyCalls currently cleans up in over 57 territories across 23 states and has been named the number-one pet waste removal franchise in the United States by Entrepreneur Magazine’s annual Franchise 500 list.

Amidst an eclectic career that includes time spent as Chief-of-Staff to the Global Brand President at Ralph Lauren and as a lead project manager in the recruitment of private equity energy C-suite executives and board members, Aaron Griffith was looking for a new opportunity. After spending over a decade on the East Coast, Griffith returned to his roots in the Kansas City metro area to care for his aging grandparents and to be closer to family. A big believer in the bond between pets and their humans with a knack for business, Griffith decided to scoop the poop with DoodyCalls.

“I am honored to begin this new venture with DoodyCalls and leverage my passion for dogs into business success in my hometown that is so dear to me,” said Aaron Griffith, owner and operator of DoodyCalls of Overland Park. “I am so excited for this unique opportunity to serve our community and pursue my business passions.”

Inspired by his late grandfather’s battle with Parkinson’s disease and dementia and fueled by his lifelong love of dogs, Griffith was drawn to the DoodyCalls business model and how it provided him an opportunity to serve his community as a whole. A strong believer in supporting his neighbors, Griffith also plans to give back to the community with charitable initiatives and hopes to expand his business in the near future.

“We are excited to further expand our footprint into the Sunflower State and our Overland Park leader Aaron has the right amount of drive and determination to create success in the market,” said Jacob D’Aniello, COO and founder of DoodyCalls. “We know his passion for business and love of dogs will help him flourish in the community.”

The Johnson County DoodyCalls franchise will service the following areas: Leawood, Lenexa, Olathe, Overland Park, and Stillwell.

The scoop on what DoodyCalls offers:

  • For residential dog owners, DoodyCalls provides dog waste pickup, brown spot treatment and deodorizing services.
  • For communities and parks, DoodyCalls designs, sells, installs, services and maintains common areas, pet waste stations, equipment and supplies.

To learn more about the Overland Park franchise location, please visit https://www.doodycalls.com/overlandpark. DoodyCalls is currently seeking poop scoop franchise operators who align with the brand’s values of humility, ethical leadership, integrity, respect, and providing the best service experience possible. To learn more about franchise opportunities or to find a local service technician, visit https://www.doodycalls.com/locations/.

About Doody Calls

DoodyCalls was founded in 2000 by Jacob and Susan D’Aniello in the Northern Virginia suburbs of Washington DC. In 2004, the company began franchising its pet waste removal business nationwide and established corporate headquarters in Charlottesville, VA. DoodyCalls provides service to 23 states and the District of Columbia with dog waste pickup with consumer and industrial services. For more information about Doody Calls, visit www.doodycalls.com.

31 03, 2022

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. Names U.S. And Canadian Vendor Of The Year

2022-03-31T14:20:08-04:00March 31st, 2022|Tags: , , , , |

Grimco and ND Graphics Recognized for Incredible Supplier Relationship. 

CARROLLTON, Texas — FASTSIGNS International, Inc., franchisor of FASTSIGNS®, the leading sign, graphics, and visual communications franchise with more than 750 locations in nine countries worldwide, presented the U.S. Vendor of the Year Award to Grimco, Inc. and the Canadian Vendor of the Year Award to ND Graphics at the 2022 FASTSIGNS International Convention in Grapevine, Texas.

The FASTSIGNS Vendor of the Year is selected by FASTSIGNS franchisees and is based on the integrity of business practices, product quality, and having a long-term commitment to the FASTSIGNS network. Since 2015, Grimco has received this recognition. This also marks the second year for recognizing the Canadian Vendor of the Year.

“The FASTSIGNS Vendor of the Year Award for the US and Canada recognizes a supplier that delivers outstanding service and consistently provides excellent support to our franchisees,” said Mark Jameson, Chief Support and Development Officer. “We’re happy to recognize Grimco and ND Graphics, and we appreciate all that they do for our franchise network.”

For the past 16 years, Grimco has been working with FASTSIGNS centers, supplying sign and visual graphic materials and products equipment and everything from Signs and Blanks to Digital Media and LED’s.

“To be named Vendor of the Year in 2021 is truly an honor. We hoped that 2021 would move us forward from the pandemic and provide a more stable supply chain. Unfortunately that did not happen and everyone dealt with challenges that we had never expected or experienced in our industry,” said Julie McClain, Director of National Accounts at Grimco. “Through all of this, we appreciate our partnership with FASTSIGNS and the patience that everyone has shown throughout the year. We look forward to continuing the partnership with our goal of providing everyday products in a timely manner and to bring new products forward as the supply chain allows.”

Since 2017, ND Graphics has been working with FASTSIGNS centers, supplying sign and visual graphic materials and products. This includes equipment and everything from sign supplies to digital media and electrical solutions.

“It is an honor for ND Graphics to be awarded the Canadian Vendor of the Year from FASTSIGNS,” said Amber Mundy with ND Graphics. “After an unprecedented year, we appreciate working with such an incredible group of people. It has always been a pleasure to support FASTSIGNS and their growing success. At ND Graphics, we are fortunate to have 10 locations across Canada dedicated to serving Canadian businesses. As an industry leader, we pride ourselves on our exceptional team, extensive experience, and specialized knowledge to assist on every project. We look forward to continuing our valued relationship with the FASTSIGNS network for years to come.”

About FASTSIGNS®

FASTSIGNS is a leading national visual ideas company that creates a wide variety of comprehensive sign and graphics solutions. With over 35 years of experience, FASTSIGNS helps you achieve more than you ever thought possible. We are the worldwide franchisor of more than 750 independently owned and operated FASTSIGNS® centers. FASTSIGNS locations span across the United States, Puerto Rico, the United Kingdom, Canada, Chile, Grand Cayman, Malta, the Dominican Republic and Australia (where centers operate as SIGNWAVE®). FASTSIGNS is frequently recognized for franchisee satisfaction and  through franchising awards which include being ranked #1 on Entrepreneur’s Highly Competitive Franchise 500® List For The Sixth Consecutive Year for 2022 as well as being named a 2022 Best-in-Category Franchise by Franchise Business Review.

In 2021, Propelled Brands was formed, and is now the multi-brand franchisor for  FASTSIGNS®, NerdsToGo®, MY SALON Suite® and Salon Plaza® brands.

To learn more visit fastsigns.com. Follow the brand on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/fastsigns, Twitter @FASTSIGNS or Facebook at facebook.com/FASTSIGNS. For information about the FASTSIGNS franchise opportunity, contact Mark Jameson (mark.jameson@fastsigns.com or call 214.346.5679).

31 03, 2022

redbox+ Experiencing Rapid Expansion with a Burgeoning Support System

2022-03-31T14:07:00-04:00March 31st, 2022|Tags: , , , , , |

Roll-off Dumpster Rental Company Identified as Fastest-Growing Franchise; Supporting Nationwide Growth by Adding Key Team Members.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Since its inception, redbox+ has become the answer to the construction, renovation, and restoration industries’ woes on how to keep job sites clean and efficient.

The brand’s innovative, patented roll-off dumpsters as well as its promise of delivering them on-time has led to tremendous expansion for redbox+ over the past year. It wrapped up 2021 with upwards of 300 franchise territories and over 80 franchisees across the country. By the end of 2022, redbox+ is expecting another year of double-digit unit growth by adding individuals to the franchise system who have a desire to be independent, and are dedicated to providing the highest level of customer care.

“Our franchisees are proud to live and share the redbox+ story every day. We have a special system of individuals who come from various professional backgrounds — but what brings us all together is our mission to lead the industry in customer service and quality of support,” said Tim Fagan, President of redbox+. “We’ve found that once customers try redbox+ and experience our service combined with our unique line of roll-off containers, they stay with redbox+.”

Since becoming a part of the BELFOR Franchise Group, the company has invested in bolstering its redbox+ franchise support team in order to have a strong foundation for its continued national expansion. The brand recently added new regional business coach Aaron Stone, and Stephan Taub, as franchise development director. Another recent hire is Alex Trent, who brings strong overall marketing experience as marketing coordinator.

As opposed to other dumpster rental companies, redbox+ provides a wider variety of roll-off containers, including its patented combined roll-off dumpster and portable toilet “Elite” product line. Redbox+ holds a 90 percent retention rate with contract partners and has a growing residential DIY sector with whom its smaller roll-off dumpsters are very popular. Additionally, franchisees are supported by ongoing national marketing, local marketing tools, operational business coaching, and a franchise model that provides low labor costs.

To learn more about the redbox+ franchise opportunity, visit www.redboxplus.com/franchising/.

About redbox+

The redbox+ concept began as an idea hand-drawn on a notepad seeking a better solution for the waste removal industry. Today, it has nearly 300 territories across the U.S. while continuing to offer the only patented combination portable toilet and roll-off dumpster container. In 2022, Entrepreneur magazine recognized redbox+ in the top half of its prestigious ‘Franchise 500’ list and identified it as one of the ‘Fastest-Growing Franchises’ worldwide at #59 and in the U.S. and Canada at #46, and one of the ‘Top Home-Based & Mobile Franchises’ at #53.

Visit www.redboxplus.com to find out more.

30 03, 2022

My Military Financial Service & First Financial: Preventing Business Undercapitalization with the M5 Loan® or M5+ Loan

2022-03-30T15:37:35-04:00March 30th, 2022|Tags: , , , , |

The major reason for a new business’s failure in the first two years of operation is undercapitalization. No matter how you end up funding the business initially, most lenders will want to see at least two years of profits on a business’s tax returns before they will be willing to extend credit. By Jon Skroder

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30 03, 2022

FranServe: Are There Advantages to a Franchise Resale?

2022-03-30T15:32:55-04:00March 30th, 2022|Tags: , , , , , , , |

We already know the benefits of buying a franchise: Entrepreneurs-turned-franchisees are boosted by business assistance, brand recognition, low failure rates and a built-in customer base. But what about selling a franchise? When it comes time to retire or change lanes, are there any advantages for the resale of a nationally known brand? A recent study says there are many. By Jessica Petrucelli

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30 03, 2022

Social Geek Radio: Linkedin Tips for Franchises

2022-03-30T15:13:01-04:00March 30th, 2022|Tags: , , , , , |

Some people spend hours per day watching videos on YouTube or TikTok. Some people check Facebook or Instagram every two minutes. I am a LinkedIn junkie. I have the desktop version or the app or both open all day at my desk. Many in our franchise community do the same. (I see you on here!) By Jack Monson

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