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10 11, 2020

Anago Cleaning Systems Warns of Fraudulent Promises in Commercial Cleaning

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-11-10T10:41:35-05:00November 10th, 2020|Tags: anago cleaning systems, commercial cleaning franchise system, commercial cleaning service, Master franchise opportunities|

Businesses Beware of False Claims and Scams Due to COVID-19.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. — Anago Cleaning Systems, an industry-leading commercial cleaning franchise with over 1,700 Unit Franchises throughout the U.S. and Canada, is warning businesses across the nation to beware of false COVID-19 disinfecting and sanitizing claims by non-certified commercial cleaning companies.

The three most significant scams reverberating throughout the industry are cleaning processes that instantly kill viruses; treatments that continually kill the virus for an extraordinarily extended period; and offering one-time or short-cuts to proper cleaning and disinfecting protocols.

“There are no cutting corners when it comes to disinfecting a business or school properly,” said Adam Povlitz, CEO & President of Anago Cleaning Systems. “Businesses must beware of scams that offer quick cleaning promises against COVID-19. It is important for all businesses to conduct due diligence when purchasing commercial cleaning services, and not fall victim to false claims that may, or may not, cost less than industry-standard cleaning regimens.”

According to the Federal Trade Commission, a crack-down toward companies making false claims about treatment products is underway. False claims about zappers, virus-busting cards, and certain spices found in the kitchen cabinet like sage and oregano are reportedly offered to business owners as COVID-19 treatment protocols.

“Before signing a cleaning contract, or even before agreeing to a “one-time” cleaning, research the company and ask for the names of products they are using. The EPA has an online list of cleaning materials and technologies being used by reputable industry leaders to clean thousands of businesses and schools across the country properly,” adds Povlitz.

At Anago, there are three levels of disinfection that have been created around the regulations provided by the EPA. These regimens focus on disinfection of high-touch areas, personal workspaces including desks, phones, and keyboards, and the use of electrostatic spray disinfection technology that covers 99.9 percent of surface areas.

Anago ensures that their franchisees are equipped with the appropriate tools and products necessary to thoroughly clean and disinfect. They proudly offer the Protection+ Disinfection™ program, which is Anago’s signature 10-step disinfection process that meets all EPA and CDC standards.

About Anago Cleaning Systems

Anago Cleaning Systems is an international commercial cleaning franchise brand. Utilizing the Master Franchise System, Anago supports over 40 Master Franchisees and over 1,700 Unit Franchisees. Founded in 1989, Anago has set the worldwide standard in business support and structure for local and regional companies to provide unparalleled cleaning services to businesses of all kinds. Anago was ranked #38 overall by Entrepreneur magazine in its latest Franchise 500® ranking. For further information, visit www.AnagoCleaning.com.

10 11, 2020

Handyman Connection Recognized As One Of America’s Top Franchises for Veterans by Entrepreneur Magazine

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-11-10T10:32:02-05:00November 10th, 2020|Tags: exemplary customer service, Handyman Connection, home repair franchise, professional craftsmanship|

BLUE ASH, Ohio — Handyman Connection, a home repair franchise company with over 25 years of experience, announced today its placement on Entrepreneur’s 2020 Top Franchises for Veterans list for the second time in the company’s history. To determine the Top Franchises for Veterans ranking, Entrepreneur analyzed each company’s veteran incentive, the number of veteran-owned units, how veteran franchisees are attracted to and support by each company, and how each company scored in the 2020 Franchise 500 ranking. Handyman Connection’s position on the ranking is a testament to the company’s efforts to support veterans in their pursuit of the American Dream.

“It is a tremendous honor to be named a top franchise for veterans by Entrepreneur Magazine,” said CEO and President Jeff Wall. “Veterans often make ideal franchisees, thanks to their strong leadership skills and abilities to work inside complex systems, and we are proud to help veterans pursue the opportunity to own their own Handyman Connection business.”

Handyman Connection operates more than 60 locations throughout 25 states and Canada. For more than 25 years, the brand has offered homeowners across North America a complete resource for professional craftsmanship and exemplary customer service. Handyman Connection provides a variety of services ranging from traditional home repairs to painting and remodeling, and offers qualified veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces who otherwise meet all applicable requirements, a reduction in the Initial Franchise Fee by $7,500. For more information about franchise opportunities with Handyman Connection, visit https://franchiseopportunity.handymanconnection.com/.

Entrepreneur Magazine, which seeks to inspire, inform and celebrate entrepreneurs, has tracked the industry’s largest and most successful franchise companies for 40 years. Additional information on the Top Franchises for Veterans can be found online at https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/topfranchiseveterans.

About Handyman Connection

Since 1991, homeowners across North America have been calling on Handyman Connection for our professional craftsmanship and exemplary customer service. Each Handyman Connection franchise is locally owned and operated, backed by the company that helped launch the industry. Our values are steeped in a long-standing dedication to the people we serve, and truly differentiate Handyman Connection as a home repair company.

9 11, 2020

ComForCare of Palm Beach, FL, Employee Recognized as 2020 Caregiver of the Year

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-11-09T11:22:42-05:00November 9th, 2020|Tags: Alzheimer's disease, ComForCare, dementia, in-home caregiving services, senior services franchise|

Luis Guzman honored with prestigious award at ComForCare’s 18th annual franchise conference.

DETROIT — ComForCare Franchise Systems, a franchised provider of in-home caregiving services, announced their Caregiver of the Year at the company’s 18^th annual conference. Luis Guzman, a ComForCare caregiver in Palm Beach, FL, was awarded the 2020 Caregiver of the Year from more than 12,000 caregivers across North America.

“Over the past 12 years, Luis has been described by multiple clients as a miracle worker, respectful, honest, compassionate, patient, and nurturing,” said Melissa Morante, franchise owner of ComForCare of Palm Beach. “It’s rare to find a caregiver that works well with all clients. Particularly during this challenging time, Luis’ calm and easy-going demeanor and his comforting nature has had a profound impact on clients and their families.”

Through this award, Luis is recognized for his extraordinary commitment, hard work and dedication. Clients and family members have shared that they have peace of mind knowing that they or their family members are in the best hands possible with Luis. Luis has been with ComForCare of Palm Beach since 2008.

“Caregivers are the heart of the ComForCare franchise system across the U.S. and Canada,” said J.J. Sorrenti, CEO of Best Life Brands, parent company to ComForCare and At Your Side Home Care. “Luis embodies all of ComForCare’s core values and everything we stand for as an organization. We are honored to have Luis as a part of our team and recognize the tremendous impact he has had on so many lives.”

ComForCare of Palm Beach, serving Boca Raton to Vero Beach, is a premier provider of private-duty home care to the area’s senior population. Services include assistance with all activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, transferring, ambulation and toileting. Additional services include transportation, medication reminders, light housekeeping and meal preparation. The Palm Beach office is also DementiaWise®-certified, meeting the corporate office’s high standards for dementia education and caregiving excellence. ComForCare of Palm Beach has nationally-certified Alzheimer’s educators and Parkinson’s care expertise.

About ComForCare Franchise Systems:

ComForCare is a premier franchised provider of in-home caregiving services with more than 225 independently-owned and operated locations in the U.S. and Canada helping older adults live independently in their own homes. ComForCare is committed to helping people live their best life possible and offers special programs for people with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Founded in 1996, ComForCare was acquired by private equity firm The Riverside Company in 2017 and now is part of Best Life Brands, which has plans for continued expansion of service brands across the continuum of care for aging adults. ComForCare operates as At Your Side Home Care in Houston. For more information, visit www.comforcare.com.

9 11, 2020

Assisted Living Locators Offers Free Home Care Consultations To Support Family Caregiver’s Month

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-11-09T11:14:01-05:00November 9th, 2020|Tags: assisted living communities, Assisted Living Locators, franchisee sales training, in-home care, independent retirement options, memory care, senior care placement|

Franchisees Nationwide To Assess Needs, Utilize Nationwide Network of In-Home Care Providers To Address New Realities Family Caregivers Face With Their Loved Ones During Coronavirus.

PHOENIX — Assisted Living Locators, a nationwide senior placement and referral service, announced today it is offering free home care consultations in support of Family Caregivers Month this November.

Assisted Living Locators’ 140 franchise offices across the U.S. will assess needs and utilize their nationwide network of in-home care providers to address the new realities family caregivers face with their loved ones during coronavirus.

Spearheaded by the Caregiver Action Network, National Family Caregivers Month recognizes and honors family caregivers across the country. Family caregivers manage health emergencies, juggle priorities, and suffer isolation – and all that was before COVID-19. The pandemic brings even more challenges as family caregivers handle “Caregiving in Crisis,” this year’s campaign theme.

As part of the free home care consultation, a local Assisted Living Locators senior care advisor will meet with each family, virtually or in-person, to learn about their loved one’s needs, living conditions, and personal preferences in order to build a care plan during these unprecedented times.

“We offer a variety of care resources for family caregivers ranging from Alzheimer’s and dementia care to respite care and much more,” said Angela Olea, Assisted Living Locators, CEO RN. “Our nationwide network of home care agencies provides a full range of home health care needs, including social interaction, senior nutrition, and safety in the home, to meet the pandemic challenges and assist families with the help they need.”

Olea noted that people with dementia at home may find it more difficult to do protective measures against the virus and need extra support during this difficult time.

“With system-wide dementia care certification, we are in a unique position to help families across the country, educating them about the disease,” Olea explained. “Our dementia care training enables us to provide much-needed support to families and when home care is not adequate, we help families find, at no cost, independent living, assisted living, and memory care.”

If you have questions about your loved one’s cognitive health and would like a free home care consultation, speak to an Assisted Living Locators Senior Care Advisor at 877-266-7788 or visit www.assistedlivinglocators.com.

About Assisted Living Locators

For the second consecutive year, Assisted Living Locators was named to the Inc. 5000 list of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies and is a top performing franchise organization ranked in Entrepreneur’s 2020 Franchise 500® and Franchise Business Review’s 2020 Top Franchises Report.

Assisted Living Locators offers a no cost, nationwide senior placement and referral service for in-home care, independent retirement options, assisted living communities and memory care. The company has 140 franchisees in 36 states and the District of Columbia. To learn more, visit www.assistedlivinglocators.com.

6 11, 2020

Pet Supplies Plus Partners with Natural Balance® to Make $50,000 Donation to Patriot PAWS to Honor Veteran’s Day

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-11-06T16:37:30-05:00November 6th, 2020|Tags: pet retail franchise, pet services, Pet Supplies Plus, VIP Petcare|

America’s Favorite Neighborhood Pet Store Partners with Natural Balance® to Help Provide Service Dogs to Deserving, Disabled Veterans.

DENTON, Texas — Pet Supplies Plus, the largest and most trusted pet retail franchise in the United States, has collaborated with Natural Balance® to raise awareness about the incredible and positive impact pets have on active and former military servicemen and women. As a result of this national partnership, Natural Balance® donated $50,000 to Patriot PAWS Service Dogs, a non-profit that trains and provides service dogs for disabled veterans, at no cost. The local Pet Supplies Plus in Denton will host a check presentation, fittingly, on Veteran’s Day (November 11) at 9 a.m.

During the month of November, a portion of the proceeds from Natural Balance® products purchased at any of the 500+ Pet Supplies Plus locations contributed to the $50,000 donation to Patriot PAWS. The donation will help the organization provide service dogs, at no cost, to disabled American veterans with mobile disabilities in order to help restore and maintain their physical and emotional stability.

“We know the positive impact a support animal can have on a healing veteran, and how difficult it can be to await the relief that they can bring, which is why we’re humbled to do our part and continue our partnership with Patriot PAWS for the fourth consecutive year,” said Chris Rowland, CEO of Pet Supplies Plus. “With over 50 disabled American veterans waiting for a Patriot PAWS Service Dog, we hope these funds will help expedite the process to allow more veterans to be united with their service dog.”

The check will be presented at the Denton Pet Supplies Plus, located at 1400 S. Loop 288 in Denton, TX, at 9 a.m. CST.

While the positive impact of service dogs on the wellbeing of veterans is widely known, many are waitlisted to be matched with their Patriot PAWS service dog, as the level of disabled veteran applicants is so high. On top of the existing demand, countless studies indicate the devastating impact of the pandemic, alone, has on the emotional and physical health of the nation, including American veterans – making Patriot PAWS’ services that much more essential.

Founded in 2006 by professional dog trainer, Lori Stevens, Patriot PAWS aims to train and place service dogs with disabled veterans. The organization’s Rockwall campus in Texas houses and trains up to 35 dogs at a time with an additional 50-60 dogs trained at other locations. Year to date, they have placed 22 service dogs with veterans in need —aiding in their transition from military to civilian life. Although they have seen significantly less placements this year due to COVID, the organization continues to remain focused on their mission, and with the help of Pet Supplies Plus and Natural Balance®, expect to be able to make a few more placements by the end of the year.

“We are beyond thankful that Pet Supplies Plus was able to, once again, team up with Natural Balance® to support our mission,” said Patriot PAWS Founder Lori Stevens. “It allows us the ability to help provide some of our disabled American veterans currently on our waitlist with a Patriot PAWS Service Dog. This generous donation means more to us than ever before – ensuring highly trained service dogs at no cost to these deserving individuals.”

Now with more than 500 locations in 35 states across the country, Pet Supplies Plus offers a wide array of natural pet foods, a variety of Made in the USA pet consumables, such as wet and dry food, treats, rawhide and chews. Set in welcoming neighborhood environments, Pet Supplies Plus team members get to know their neighbors and pets by name at every store. Many locations also feature a full offering of grooming services tailored to meet every pet’s needs, including washes, haircuts, body brushing, flea treatment and nail, skin, ear and oral care. For more information, visit www.petsuppliesplus.com.

About Pet Supplies Plus

Pet Supplies Plus is focused on making it easier to get better products for your pet. With over 500 locations in 35 states, the stores have a streamlined design making it easy to navigate a wide assortment of natural foods, hard goods and pet services. Headquartered in Livonia, MI., Pet Supplies Plus is ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s Annual Franchise 500® list as the Top Full-Service Pet Supplies Franchise for its exceptional performance in areas including financial strength, growth rate and system size. For more information visit www.petsuppliesplus.com.

6 11, 2020

Junk Removal Franchise Rubbish Works Is the Newest Addition To Premium Service Brands’ Thriving Portfolio

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-11-06T16:27:13-05:00November 6th, 2020|Tags: 360° Painting, Handyman Pro, home services franchise opportunities, Kitchen Wise, Maid Right, Premium Service Brands, ProLift Garage Doors, Renew Crew, Rubbish Works|

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — Multi-brand franchisor Premium Service Brands has added yet another high-value franchise to its thriving network of service brands. Junk-removal and dumpster rental brand Rubbish Works will join a roster of integrated service franchises that includes kitchen-remodeling brand Kitchen Wise, painting brand 360° Painting, cleaning brand Maid Right, outdoor surface cleaning brand Renew Crew, home-repair brand Handyman Pro and garage-door services brand ProLift Garage Doors.

Rubbish Works provides junk removal and dumpster rental for both homes and businesses, including offices, retail locations, construction sites and more. According to Premium Service Brands VP of Marketing Samantha Lin, the brand is the perfect complement to Premium Service Brands’ existing portfolio of franchises and will help connect customer bases and increase referrals between brands.

“Premium Service Brands is always looking to grow in a way that will both leverage and elevate our existing brands, and that’s exactly what Rubbish Works does,” said Lin. “Most service jobs are going to create waste, and now we have Rubbish Works to step in and get that job done when it’s needed.”

That means Rubbish Works franchisees have a built-in network of potential customers and referrals. The brand will also benefit from Premium Service Brands’ commitment to top-tier customer service, something Lin said was a focus for the waste-removal brand.

“We are always looking closely for brands that align with our mission to provide best-in-class customer service,” Lin said. “When we looked into Rubbish Works and saw that they shared that philosophy, we knew this was going to be a great pairing.”

In January, Premium Service Brands acquired Renew Crew, a brand well-known for its customer-first philosophy and top-rated outdoor cleaning services. After just a few months under the Premium Service Brands umbrella, Renew Crew owners have posted strong numbers such as Jerry Lesh who saw his revenue grow by 30%.

“As Rubbish Works is integrated into the proven Premium Service Brands process, we’re confident the brand will grow with the kind of success that we have achieved with other recently acquired brands,” said Lin. “We look forward to applying our best practices for operations, training, technology and marketing support to Rubbish Works, and growing the brand on a national scale.”

About Premium Service Brands

Headquartered in Charlottesville, VA, Premium Service Brands (PSB) is the leader in home services franchise opportunities. More on franchising opportunities at https://www.premiumservicebrands.com/

6 11, 2020

Senior Care Authority Announces the Opening of Kansas City Franchise Location

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-11-06T16:13:14-05:00November 6th, 2020|Tags: assisted living placement services, non-medical in-home care, Senior Care Authority, senior care franchise systems, Senior Placement and Elder Care Consulting|

The Senior Care Authority® of Kansas City Area will serve Jackson and Cass Counties.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Senior Care Authority®, an Eldercare Consulting and Assisted Living Residential Placement Services franchise, announced today the recent opening of their Kansas City franchise location. Owners Patrick and Tina Kershaw have expressed their desire to help the aging population and their families find the right care for their needs and are excited to serve both Jackson and Cass Counties in Missouri.

The Kershaws have personal experience with the concerns families face while caring for their loved ones at home. They also understand the challenges that come with finding the proper community in which loved ones can thrive. Both are Certified Dementia Practitioners who cared for their own parents as they transitioned through periods of time during which basic needs changed quickly and grew increasingly complex just to meet the activities of daily living. They have used this personal experience to become strong advocates on their clients’ behalf and are happy to help with all necessary services related to assisted living facilities or residential care homes for individuals in the greater Kansas City area.

Together, the duo forms a great team as they provide care in the best interest of both their clients and their clients’ loved ones.

“I am grateful to leave the technical environment and to work with people facing life challenges to facilitate the best possible result,” said Patrick Kershaw, a retired Navy Captain and retired Engineering Project Manager.

“I have always found it extremely rewarding and taken great satisfaction improving people’s lives on a personal level,” said Tina Kershaw, who has been a Registered Nurse for over 35 years working at all levels from critical care, to home health, to private duty caring for the aged.

In their spare time, Patrick and Tina enjoy family, dogs, cycling, music, fitness, and competitive sailing. Both are active volunteers at their church where Patrick helps lead the music ministry.

To learn more about the new Kansas City franchise location, please visit https://seniorcare-KCMO.com.

For more information about Senior Care Authority, please visit their main website: https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/.

About Senior Care Authority

Senior Care Authority® was founded in 2009 and currently serves locations nationally in 25 states and Canada. The network is comprised of professionally trained and experienced local advisors who assist families with the overwhelming challenges associated with selecting the best options in assisted living, memory care, nursing care and navigating through a complex healthcare system. Learn more at seniorcareauthority.com.

5 11, 2020

Private, Personalized Training for Businesses and Individuals

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-11-05T10:02:30-05:00November 5th, 2020|Tags: martial arts franchise, self-defense training, Silverback Self Defense|

Robert Webre places great importance on self-defense training. After being bullied as a child, he was driven to martial arts to learn how to defend himself. A sixth-degree black belt in Taekwondo and a certified Krav Maga and a licensed firearms instructor, Webre has spent over 20 years sharing his knowledge of self-defense with scores of clients in his home-base of Houston. By Jessica Jones

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4 11, 2020

Authority Brands acquires STOP Restoration

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-11-04T12:57:24-05:00November 4th, 2020|Tags: America's Swimming Pool Company, at-home care, Authority Brands, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, home services franchising platform, Homewatch CareGivers, Mister Sparky, Monster Tree Service, Mosquito Squad, One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, pest control services, residential cleaning, STOP Restoration, swimming pool repair and maintenance, The Cleaning Authority|

COLUMBIA, Md. — Authority Brands, LLC announced today the purchase of Service Team of Professionals (“STOP” or “STOP Restoration”). Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition marks the seventh brand addition for Authority Brands since October 2018, with STOP Restoration representing the company’s ninth brand in its home service portfolio.

For decades, STOP Restoration has been helping clients transform disasters into peace of mind. Based in Indiana and currently operating in 31 territories across the U.S., STOP’s trained franchise professionals understand how stressful fire, water and mold damage can be and bring a depth in management and professionalism that makes the restoration process as easy as possible. The company is committed to providing the restoration services their customers need with the compassion and understanding they deserve.

Authority Brands’ companies include leading home service brands The Cleaning Authority, Homewatch CareGivers, America’s Swimming Pool Company, Mosquito Squad, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, Mister Sparky, One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning and Monster Tree Service, which operate across the residential cleaning, at-home care, swimming pool repair and maintenance, pest control services, plumbing, electrical and heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (“HVAC”) and tree care sectors, respectively. Authority Brands supports individual franchisee growth by providing strong marketing, technology and operational support.

“We’re thrilled to add STOP Restoration to the Authority Brands portfolio. Their commitment to customer service and professionalism make them a standout brand in the industry. We’re excited to be working with their experienced team and look forward to helping them grow their presence across the U.S.,” said Rob Weddle, CEO of Authority Brands.

“The addition of a restoration brand is key to enhance Authority Brands’ offering to existing franchisees and their customers. Based on STOP’s impressive track record, we’re confident that this partnership will further strengthen Authority Brands’ network,” said Ashish Karandikar, Partner at Apax Partners.

“We’re excited to be joining Authority Brands as its newest home service company. With the robust marketing, operations and IT resources now available to us, we’re eager to continue our growth and propel our success as we work to further our position as a leader in the industry,” said Brian Clark, President at STOP Restoration.

Boxwood Partners represented STOP Restoration and acted as their financial advisor for the transaction.

About Authority Brands

Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Authority Brands’ companies include nine leading home service franchisors, America’s Swimming Pool Company, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, The Cleaning Authority, Homewatch CareGivers, Mister Sparky, Monster Tree Service, Mosquito Squad, One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, and STOP Restoration. Together, these brands provide home services through more than 1,900 territories operated by more than 1,000 franchise owners in the U.S., Canada, Latin America, Kenya and Indonesia. Authority Brands is dedicated to supporting individual franchisee growth through providing strong marketing, technology and operational support. See https://www.theauthoritybrands.com/ for more information.

3 11, 2020

FASTSIGNS’ CEO and International Franchise Association Chair Catherine Monson Receives Distinguished ‘Women of Wonder’ Award by Franchise Dictionary Magazine

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-11-03T11:08:37-05:00November 3rd, 2020|Tags: FASTSIGNS International Inc., FASTSIGNS® sign and graphic centers, sign and graphic solutions, sign and visual communication franchise|

Monson Recognized for Transforming FASTSIGNS into an International Brand and Being a Champion of Franchising throughout Her Career.

CARROLLTON, Texas — FASTSIGNS International, Inc., franchisor of FASTSIGNS^®, the leading sign, graphics and visual communications franchise, announced today that Franchise Dictionary Magazine has named CEO Catherine Monson one of its 50 Women of Wonder (WoW) for 2020.

This prestigious WoW list recognizes inspirational female franchisors that have been nominated by readers for their remarkable impact on not only the brands they lead, but also on the franchise industry. While at the helm of FASTSIGNS, Monson has grown the company to more than 735 locations across nine countries, and the brand continues to be recognized as the leader and a disruptor in its space.

“It’s an honor to be named a Woman of Wonder, among so many inspiring established and emerging leaders in franchising,” said Catherine Monson, CEO of FASTSIGNS International, Inc and International Franchise Association Chair. “I am lucky to work alongside such a strong corporate team and our incredible global network of franchisees. Their dedication to help grow and promote the FASTSIGNS brand even in the most challenging times is what has allowed us to become the international powerhouse that we are today.”

The Second Annual Women of Wonder list is featured in Franchise Dictionary Magazine’s October 2020 issue, available at https://franchisedictionarymagazine.com/october2020/.

“Each year more and more women are making an impact in the franchise industry,” said Alesia Visconti, Publisher & CEO, Franchise Dictionary Magazine. “They are changing the landscape, implementing new initiatives and bringing groundbreaking ideas to the table. Franchise ownership changes lives and allows people to follow their dreams of business ownership. Our ’50 Women of Wonder’ (WOW) are some of the most amazingly talented, strong and dynamic women franchisors in the franchise industry. We thank them and are thrilled to celebrate their contributions!”

About Catherine Monson
Catherine became CEO of FASTSIGNS International, Inc. in 2009, bringing over 25 years of franchising and management experience. In 2009, she received the International Franchise Association (IFA) Bonny LeVine Award in recognition of her contributions to the growth of the franchising industry and in 2010, the Dallas Business Journal named her a top Women Industry Leader in the Dallas Metroplex. In 2012, Catherine appeared on the Emmy Award-winning series Undercover Boss to learn new ways to advance the FASTSIGNS® brand. In 2013, she was named an “Innovator and Influencer” by Sign and Digital Graphics Magazine. In 2015, she received the IFA’s first Franchise Action Network “FAN of the Year” award for her advocacy work on behalf of the franchising community. In 2016, she was selected as a Soderstrom Society Inductee for her contributions to the printing and graphic communications industry and was also honored with the 2016 Leadership Award from the Women That Soar organization. Under Monson’s leadership, FASTSIGNS International, Inc. received the 2016 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award, the highest recognition presented by the Department of Defense to employers for their exemplary support of National Guard and Reserve members. In 2017, Monson received the Distinguished Women Award presented by Northwood University in Midland, Michigan. In 2018, she was honored by the Sales and Marketing Executives International (SMEI) with their Ambassador of Free Enterprise Award. Catherine has served on the Board of Directors of the IFA since 2008 and is currently Vice Chair and will become Chairwoman in February 2020. Additionally, she serves on the Board of Directors of Brain Balance, a franchise company with a non-drug alternative for children with behavioral challenges, and on the Board of Directors of the franchisor Big Blue Swim School, one of the nation’s fastest growing swim schools. She is a keynote speaker at many franchise industry events, as well as at many sign and visual graphics industry events.

For more videos on Catherine Monson, visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7qJckb26TTPGWl9wQJNjKA. Visit the section, “Get to Know the FASTSIGNS CEO Catherine Monson,” and click to the right.

About FASTSIGNS®

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. celebrates its 35^th anniversary in business in 2020 as the leading sign and visual communications franchisor in North America, and is the worldwide franchisor of more than 735 independently owned and operated FASTSIGNS® centers in 9 countries including the United States and Puerto Rico, the United Kingdom, Canada, Chile, Grand Cayman, the United Arab Emirates, Malta, France and Australia (where centers operate as SIGNWAVE®). FASTSIGNS locations provide comprehensive signage and graphic solutions to help companies of all sizes and across all industries attract more attention, communicate their message, promote their products, help visitors find their way and extend their branding across all of their customer touchpoints.

FASTSIGNS has been ranked the #1 franchise opportunity in its category in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 for the past four years, and in 2020, Entrepreneur magazine named FASTSIGNS the #1 franchise opportunity in its category and #55 overall on its annual Franchise 500^®list, making it the only sign, graphics, and visual communications franchise to be recognized in the top 100. Entrepreneur also named FASTSIGNS a Top Growth Franchise for 2020. Additionally, Franchise Gator named FASTSIGNS to its Top 100 Franchises of 2020 list, and in 2019, FASTSIGNS was named to America’s Best Franchises to Buy list by Forbes magazine, and made Franchise Direct’s list of the Top 100 Franchises. FASTSIGNS has also received the Canadian Franchise Association Franchisees’ Choice for 8 consecutive years.

Franchise Business Review has recognized FASTSIGNS as one of the “Best of the Best” for franchisee satisfaction for the last 10 years, and FASTSIGNS was also included on its Top 50 Franchises for Women and Top Service Franchises lists in 2019. FASTSIGNS has been awarded for franchisee satisfaction for multiple years by Franchise Business Review, in addition to a 2019 Top Franchises for Veterans and a Top Franchise for Second Career by Franchise Business Review. In addition, FASTSIGNS was recognized by Franchise Business Review in its 2019 Top Franchises for Veterans report and was recently named a Top Franchise for Veterans by Entrepreneur in 2020.

In 2020, Fastsigns Holdings Inc. acquired GTN CAPITAL GROUP, LLC the parent company of NerdsToGo, an emerging IT services franchise brand. Learn more about sign and graphic solutions or find a location at fastsigns.com. Follow the brand on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/fastsigns, Twitter @FASTSIGNS or Facebook at facebook.com/FASTSIGNS.

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