We asked Robert Cresanti, President and CEO of the International Franchise Association (IFA), about the ingenuity and fierceness of franchisors as they take on the present pandemic – and how the IFA is leading the charge to protect franchise businesses during these unprecedented times. By Rose Mango
As COVID-19 spread, shutting down workplaces and forcing the population into quarantine, 360˚ Painting was forced to adapt. Faced with the prospect of pausing business or adjusting its protocols, the essential home services corporation opted for the latter, offering additional training and protective equipment to their employees. By Jessica Jones
David Giacobbo, president and CEO of One You Love Homecare, had set a target goal for 2020 of having at least 15 new franchisees by the end of the year. As of August, Giacobbo is thrilled to announce that he has signed on 12 new franchisees with strong future growth projections expected to continue. By Cindy Charette
There’s never been a school bus like this one, and the name says it all! FUN BUS is a full-sized school bus loaded with gymnastics equipment to provide structured fitness fun for children ages 18 months to 7 years. By Rose Mango
With school schedules and formats in flux, there has been an increased interest in tutoring services due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In order to meet the increased demand, Huntington Learning Center has expanded its hours of operation and offerings to support students and families across the country. By Anne Huntington
With all of the recent work and school closures across our nation, many parents with children at home may want to consider transitioning to a home-based business of their very own. Investing in a Snapology franchise is a solution that not only offers benefits like low overhead and high-profit margins but also complete flexibility with the business owner’s time and work schedule. By Cindy Charette
With more than 3,500 locations across North America, Supercuts is already synonymous with the hair care industry. The growing demand for the brand’s quality services at affordable prices has translated into its continued success for more than 40 years. By Rochelle Miller
As a leading retail optical center with locations nationwide, My Eyelab is a popular choice for parents whose little ones need glasses for the first time. With innovative technology that enables optical professionals to perform eye exams, children find the experience fun instead of frightening. By Rochelle Miller
September marks National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, raising awareness for a growing health issue in the U.S. According to the Centers for Disease Control, nearly one in five children are obese, which leads to an increased risk of serious health conditions, such as diabetes, asthma and sleep apnea. By Rochelle Miller
With the pandemic still raging, the excitement of starting a new school year has been replaced with anxiety and uncertainty for students, parents and educators. Some schools have remained closed with students participating in remote learning while some others are attempting a hybrid approach with a combination of remote learning and in-person classes. By Rochelle Miller