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18 03, 2020

Anago Cleaning Systems Ranked One of the Fastest-Growing Franchises by Entrepreneur Magazine

2020-03-18T10:44:09-04:00March 18th, 2020|Tags: , , , |

Commercial Cleaning Leader Ranked #14.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. — Anago Cleaning Systems today announced it has earned the #14 spot in Entrepreneur magazine’s fastest growing franchise list. This highly competitive list recognizes the 150 companies with the greatest franchise unit growth in North America. The ranking is based on data submitted for Entrepreneur‘s Franchise 500®, where Anago ranked second among commercial cleaning franchises in last year’s rankings, jumping 14 spots from 2019 and 30 spots from 2018.

“Anago Cleaning Systems is honored to be recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine for the dynamic franchise growth we’ve been fortunate to experience,” said Adam Povlitz, CEO & President of Anago Cleaning Systems. “That growth is built on a history of innovation, technology and a passion to offer entrepreneurs a world-class franchise system, and we are very excited about what the future holds.”

Entrepreneur‘s 2020 Fastest-Growing Franchises ranking is based on each company’s net franchise-unit growth in the U.S. and Canada from July 31, 2018 to July 31, 2019. Anago Cleaning Systems’ position on the ranking demonstrates the brand’s rising popularity with both franchisees and customers.

“Commercial cleaning has been on the rise for some time and is not as saturated as other franchise industries,” added Povlitz. “What we’ve learned with global events such as the 2008 financial meltdown and the spread of the H1N1 virus in 2009 is that people turn to franchising in times of a strained economy in order to take control of their financial futures. Commercial cleaning is reported to be among a very small group of industries that are considered recession-resistant franchises for risk adverse entrepreneurs.”

“Growth is what franchising is all about,” says Jason Feifer, Entrepreneur’s editor in chief. “And this ranking of the fastest-growing franchises offers insight into what industries are trending, which specific businesses are thriving, and what strategies are translating into success in the current franchise market.”

Anago Cleaning Systems is a pioneer of the master franchise system, which allows successful mid-career professionals to operate their own exclusive regional franchises, while allowing small businesses to invest in their success.  Both levels simply focus on running their business while Anago Cleaning Systems provides assistance, guidance and critical tools to grow.

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 its website at AnagoMasters.com.

18 03, 2020

Bakery Cafe Owners Rally to Solve Bread Shortage

2020-03-18T10:34:27-04:00March 18th, 2020|Tags: , , , , |

With Grocery Store Limits on Select Products, Locals Turn to Made-to-Order Options for Fresh-Baked Bread, Sandwiches, Pastries, Soups and Salads.

DILLON, Mont., March 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — With the rise of empty grocery shelves, Great Harvest business owners are able to regulate their made-to-order baking schedule and made-from-scratch commitment to fulfill the communities need for bread and other meal-to-go options.

Since every Great Harvest Bakery Café location bakes from scratch every day, they are able to take orders, plan and bake accordingly to ensure customers get what they for looking for and in the amounts they are requesting. To ensure availability, owners encourage customers to place orders ahead of time and they will work with guests to coordinate the best possible next day pick-up time.

With bread and many other items flying off grocery store shelves, Great Harvest business owners have the capacity to bake as much bread as needed to serve the needs of communities and flexibility to control the amount available. Franchisees are working hard to have orders ready and prepaid to get folks in and out as quickly as possible.

While each bakery café has its own unique menu tailored to the community it serves, all include made-from-scratch bread with daily-milled Montana wheat and a variety of baked goods. Many locations offer a line of delicious sandwiches, soups and salads. Orders can be called in or done online to ensure availability. Some owners are also offering curb-side pickup and delivery through third-party delivery.

Additionally, all locations will be temporarily shifting to offer only in-store pick up until further notice. As always, the company will continue to heavily reinforce rigorous sanitation guidelines in each location.

“Providing a safe environment for our customers and employees while offering necessities such as fresh bread is our top priority,” said Mike Ferretti, CEO of Great Harvest. “Our franchisees want to give people a convenient and local option for freshly-baked bread and made-to-order meals, so customers can take care of their families at home without stressing about the availability of bread and nutritious options.”

Contact your nearest Great Harvest Bakery Café to find out more about the take-out offerings available. Please visit https://www.greatharvest.com/ to find your nearest location.

About Great Harvest Bread Company

Great Harvest Bread has spent the past 40 years perfecting the combination of ingredients to make the freshest and authentic breads and pastries, as well as the newer sandwiches, grain bowls and soups, growing to nearly 200 locations, all of which continue to mill their own Golden Triangle wheat every morning from scratch. Providing local communities with authentic breads and pastries made fresh daily, the brand is now growing through franchising with a new bakery-cafe model ideal for multi-unit ownership. Open during three parts of the day—breakfast, lunch and dinner— the menu has grown beyond a wide variety of soft, delicious breads to include soups, sandwiches and grain bowls. To learn about franchising opportunities with Great Harvest Bread Company, go to https://www.greatharvest.com/franchise.

17 03, 2020

Assisted Living Locators Offers FREE Online Resources To Help Seniors and Families With Immediate In-Home Support and Placement Needs During COVID-19 Pandemic

2020-03-17T13:03:02-04:00March 17th, 2020|Tags: , , , , , , |

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Assisted Living Locators, a nationwide senior placement and referral service, is offering a FREE easy-to-use online assessment tool, resources and guidance to help seniors and their families with immediate in-home support and placement needs during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

To proactively protect vulnerable seniors and families as the coronavirus evolves, Assisted Living Locators senior care advisors are available 24/7 to provide access to senior care solutions on demand to help reduce exposure to the virus. These FREE services include:

  • Easy-To-Use online Assessment Tool, to give quick insight to appropriate senior housing
  • In-take interview by phone or video technology to learn how to best serve you
  • Virtual tours with qualified vetted home health, hospice, assisted living, memory care and adult family homes
  • Status updates on visitation and acceptance of move-ins for assisted living communities and skilled nursing facilities in your area
  • Home care support with network of leading regional home care agencies; whether to ensure a safe home environment for seniors or to help with the activities of daily living required during a period of self-quarantine
  • Dedicated local resources for seniors and families such as eldercare attorneys, skilled home health, moving companies and hospice
  • Highly trained local senior advisors to provide guidance throughout the entire decision-making process.

“During this challenging time, online assessment tools and virtual communication will be more important than ever in maintaining the well-being of seniors and their families,” said Angela Olea, Assisted Living Locators RN CEO. “We’re here to answer your questions and concerns about COVID-19 and senior placement, whether it’s for a short-term or long-term solution.  And if your senior is homebound due to self-quarantine, we can help you get a contingency plan in place to help with basic services, such as obtaining groceries, before it becomes a dire problem.”

If you have If you have an immediate placement need in your senior’s next step of care or housing, please call 877-226-7780 or visit www.assistedlivinglocators.com.

About Assisted Living Locators

Assisted Living Locators offers a free, nationwide senior care placement and referral service for in-home care, independent retirement options, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing facilities. The company has 130 franchisees in 36 states and the District of Columbia. Assisted Living Locators recently ranked #1 in the senior placement in Entrepreneur’s Fastest-Growing Franchises and was included in the prestigious Inc. 5000 list of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.  For more information, visit www.assistedlivinglocators.com.

13 03, 2020

Global Tutoring Company Prepares for Surge in Online Tutoring

2020-03-13T12:20:46-04:00March 13th, 2020|Tags: , , , , , |

One-to-one Tutoring Program offers E-Learning Capabilities as Families Prepare for Coronavirus

TORONTO — As countries are working to contain the coronavirus and prevent its spread, concerns have quickly been turning to the health and safety of students in classrooms across the nation.  Medical experts have begun to coalesce around the importance of “social distancing” but what does this mean for the students across our country?  One global provider of online tutoring, Tutor Doctor, has begun to get a glimpse of where the coronavirus may be heading as it relates to education.

“We’ve already begun to see our online tutors and platform being used by students and families due to travel quarantines” said Frank Milner, President of Tutor Doctor. “Fortunately, our online platform is simple for tutors and students of any age to use.”

The company is already seeing a 120 percent increase in demand for online tutoring since news of the outbreak emerged.

“This is just the beginning and we can handle much higher demand spikes than this,” Milner stated. “But we’re not taking anything for granted. We are already in communication with our 94,000 tutors to ensure they’re well-prepared for what’s to come.”

Schools in China, the Middle East and Europe have or are beginning to consider suspending class.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging Americans to prepare for potential school closure due to the threat of outbreak in the United States. While this may be a direction taken to keep children healthy, it also interrupts children’s studies, social interaction, and academic progress which leaves families seeking alternatives.

Families are looking for more than just an online resource, but a true academic experience best fitting their children. Even in the online space, a tutor must know how to connect with their student, tailoring their program while continuously providing guidance and valuable learning skills.

Another valuable feature in online learning is the ability to record every session, so the student can review it later. This helps students retain information and refresh their memory before an important exam or assignment. Tutor Doctor’s education team found this feature especially valuable to students who may have their class schedule fragmented or interrupted for unforeseen circumstances, as it allows them to jump back in where they left off.

For more information about Tutor Doctor’s online tutoring program, visit https://www.tutordoctor.com/our-programs/online-tutoring/.

About Tutor Doctor 

With more than 600 territories in 15 countries, Tutor Doctor was named the No. 1 In-Home Tutoring Franchise by Entrepreneur.com in 2016. Founded as an alternative to the “one-to-many” teaching model most extra-curricular learning centers offer, Tutor Doctor provides a personalized one-to-one, in-home tutoring service to students of all ages. Now with offices internationally, the Tutor Doctor vision is becoming a reality, positively impacting students and their families worldwide. With the belief that all students can achieve academic success through two components – academic foundation building and academic discipline – Tutor Doctor will continue to lead the private tutoring industry. For more information on Tutor Doctor, please visit www.tutordoctor.com. To find out about franchise opportunities, please visit,  www.tutordoctoropportunity.com.

11 03, 2020

Express Employment Professionals Survey: 87% of U.S. Workers Agree Education Revolution is Needed to Prepare Students for Workforce

2020-03-11T11:08:45-04:00March 11th, 2020|Tags: , , , |

OKLAHOMA CITY — Nearly 9 in 10 employees (87%) say a whole new approach to education, skills training and learning, or an Education Revolution, is needed to better prepare people for the workforce.

This is according to a newly released survey conducted by The Harris Poll and commissioned by Express Employment Professionals. An expanded analysis of the full results, including survey methodology, can be found here.

Regardless of generation, majorities agree that what is taught in school does not always translate to career success. More than half of U.S. employees (54%) say schools are not doing a good job of preparing the next generation of workers for what their needs are after school, and 4 in 5 (80%) say the education system has failed to evolve to the needs of the workforce.

The national survey of 1,206 U.S. employees ages 18 and older was conducted online by The Harris Poll between Dec. 5 and Dec. 30, 2019.

Work Experience Programs Lacking
Eighty-five percent of workers believe degrees should require on-the-job experience, not just coursework, yet close to half, 45%, say they did not participate in any work experience programs (e.g., internships, shadowing, apprenticeships, co-op placements) while in school.

Few Use Education Daily at Work
Sixty-seven percent of American workers say they are employed in the same field/profession in which they received their degrees or certifications, but more than 3 in 4 (77%) agree that they never learned the majority of their day-to-day job duties in school. Consequently, more than 9 in 10 (92%) agree there needs to be more of a balance in education to match actual career options.

Advanced Degrees Helpful, but Not Essential
Although the majority of U.S. workers, 83%, say their education has been useful to their career, only 18% say it has been absolutely essential. Still, 7 in 10 (70%) appear to equate a degree with success as they say getting any degree is better than no degree at all.

Who Should Pay for College?
When considering who should pay for college, there is no clear consensus.

  • Government: (Gen Z, 54%; millennials, 32%; Gen X, 23%; boomers/seniors, 14%)
  • The student: (Gen Z, 26%; millennials, 33%; Gen X, 43%; boomers/seniors, 52%)

Continual Learning is Essential
Nearly 4 in 5 (79%) agree anyone who doesn’t continue to upskill in their career will be left behind in the workforce, but only 33% of U.S. employees have returned to school after entering the workforce.

Seventy-three percent feel prepared for jobs of the future, but when asked about specific skills, only half or less are knowledgeable in these areas.

“The jobs of tomorrow won’t wait for workers to take their time to learn the necessary skills,” said Bill Stoller, CEO of Express. “The sooner we align what is taught in school and upskilling at companies with the demands of the workforce, the easier it will be to create large talent pools of workers necessary for a stable and successful economy.”

About Express Employment Professionals

At Express Employment Professionals, we’re in the business of people. Headquartered in Oklahoma City, OK, our international network of franchises offer localized staffing solutions to the communities they serve, employing 552,000 people across North America in 2019. For more information, visit www.ExpressPros.com.

11 03, 2020

Venture X to Attend 2020 Hunter Hotel Investment Conference

2020-03-11T10:53:55-04:00March 11th, 2020|Tags: , , , , |

Growing Leader in Coworking Industry to Showcase Franchise Opportunity at Annual Conference.

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. For the second year in a row, Venture X – an emerging flexible office space provider renowned for its high-level, boutique hotel-style spaces – will feature its franchise opportunity and serve as a gold sponsor at the 2020 Hunter Hotel Investment Conference inside the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, March 18-20.

The conference, which serves as a hotbed of the nation’s leading hoteliers and industry professionals, presents an incredible opportunity for Venture X. As the concept continues to resonate with and appeal to likeminded investors and influencers in the space, the South Florida-based franchise eyes the conference as a springboard to continued growth success in 2020 and beyond.

“There are prominent parallels between owning a hotel and owning a coworking space, which makes investing in Venture X so attractive,” said hotelier and Venture X Franchisee Raj Chudasama. “Not only are the processes similar when talking about aspects like site selection, filling out the space, concierge-level services and what have you, but Venture X is also a premier provider in the industry with a unique value proposition – both from an design standpoint and the clientele we target.”

Venture X locations, purposely crafted by leaders in workspace design and complimented with contemporary furnishings from Herman Miller, exhibit a dynamic and upscale flexible office space that resemble a boutique hotel while exuding hospitality and professionalism.

Because of its space and the focus on creating a world-class work environment tailored to the modern professional, Venture X’s franchise opportunity provides interested investors – especially those in the hotel industry – an understandable and identifiable path toward profitability.

As a result, hotel-industry professionals like Chudasama in Grapevine, Texas, Mani Patel in Plano, Texas, and Kamal Rama in Charlotte have bought into Venture X and its mission.

For those planning to attend the Hunter Hotel Investment Conference, Venture X will set up shop at booth No. 203 with brand representatives available on March 18 (5 – 7 p.m.), March 19 (7:30 a.m.8 p.m.) and March 20 (8 a.m.1:30 p.m.).

Attendees interested in speaking with Venture X can schedule a meeting beforehand with either President Jason Anderson (janderson [AT] ufgcorp [DOT] com) or Director of Sales Mark Patek (mpatek [AT] ufgcorp [DOT] com).

Many Venture X franchisees have backgrounds in real estate, finance, hotels or have experience as landlords. Currently, the franchisor is seeking single-unit and multi-unit operators. The brand’s initial franchise fee is $79,500 with a total investment cost ranging from $1.1M$3.4M.

Backed by the powerhouse United Franchise Group – a group of affiliated, award winning family of companies – Venture X has the support needed to grow exponentially, both stateside and abroad, in the coming months and years.

ABOUT UNITED FRANCHISE GROUP
Led by Founder and CEO Ray Titus, United Franchise Group is home to an affiliated family of brands, including Signarama, Fully Promoted, Experimax, Jon Smith Subs, SuperGreen Solutions, Transworld Business Advisors, Accurate Franchising, Venture X, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill and Network Lead Exchange. With over three decades in the franchising industry and more than 1,600 franchisees throughout the world, United Franchise Group offers unprecedented leadership and solid business opportunities for entrepreneurs.

This advertisement is not an offer to sell a franchise. Any offer to sell this franchise will be made by a Franchise Disclosure Document and only the following registration by Venture X Franchising, LLC in any state requiring registration prior to sale.

In New York: This advertisement is not an offering. An offering can only be made by prospectus filed first with the Department of Law of the State of New York. Such filing does not constitute approval by the Department of Law.

In California: These franchises have been registered under franchise investment law of the State of California. Such registration does not constitute approval, recommendation or endorsement by the Commissioner of Business Oversight nor a finding by the Commissioner that the information provided herein is true, complete and not misleading.

ABOUT VENTURE X 

Venture X is a membership-based, shared workspace and community that is a blend of boutique hotel and modern office styles with a high level of design that feels professional and welcoming. We are designing beautiful spaces and developing an environment and community that people love coming to work to every day. Venture X is a member of United Franchise Group, a group of affiliated companies and brands, and has been recognized by Inc. as one of the best coworking spaces in the United States.

For more information about the spaces, please visit www.VentureX.com. For information about franchise opportunities, please visit www.venturexfranchise.com.

6 03, 2020

AtWork Group Announces 16 Percent Year Over Year Sales Growth in 2019

2020-03-06T11:09:25-05:00March 6th, 2020|Tags: , , , |

Continued commitment to service-focused culture helps expand client base and national revenue.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn.AtWork Group, one of the nation’s largest and fastest growing staffing franchises, announced that in 2019 year-over-year sales grew by 16.32 percent over 2018.

Building on several consecutive years of strong performance, AtWork once again experienced double digit year-over-year growth, and the company expects this trend to continue as they expand their nationwide footprint, with the goal of reaching over 300 locations, and $1 billion in sales, by 2029.

“We’re pleased to see yet another year of double-digit growth and we’re excited to have exceeded our target 15 percent year over year growth for 2019,” said Jason Leverant, President and COO of AtWork Group. “As always, AtWork is serving the needs of our talent and clients from both a business development and customer service perspective.  It is a direct reflection of our mission statement, to be ‘AtWork For You’ to our clients and talent on a daily basis, and our growth is the result of this continued commitment.”

There is a growing need for staffing services for both job applicants and companies. This need combined with the strength and capacity of AtWork is exemplified by the success of current franchise owners. AtWork facilitated nearly 50,000 hires in 2019 and increased total hours billed by 12.9 percent.

For information about franchise opportunities, visit atworkfranchise.com.

About AtWork Group
AtWork Group is an industry leading staffing franchise, based in Knoxville, Tenn. Providing temporary, temp-to-hire and direct-hire services across industries, AtWork specializes in three lines of service – AtWork Personnel, AtWork Medical and AtWork Search. There are locations across 27 states, with the goal to reach 325 by 2029. AtWork franchisees execute region-based decisions that make a difference in their local economies to strengthen their communities. The company facilitated 50,000 hires last year. For more information about franchise opportunities, visit www.AtWorkfranchise.com.

4 03, 2020

Tint World® expands Dallas service centers with new Rowlett location

2020-03-04T11:01:19-05:00March 4th, 2020|Tags: , , , , |

National Automotive Styling Centers™ franchise announces new Texas location.

ROWLETT, Texas — Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a premier automotive styling and window tinting franchise, has opened a new location in Rowlett, Texas. This brand-new store is the second Tint World® franchise under the ownership of local entrepreneur Michael Richards and will provide full-service auto styling for Dallas, Rockwell, Plano, Garland, and the surrounding counties.

“I was a Tint World® customer before becoming an owner of my first location in Grapevine,” Richards said. “I love cars and I believe Tint World® is the best when it comes to automotive styling. I look forward to bringing the brand to a new market.”

Tint World® Rowlett, Texas, will provide a full range of industry-leading accessories, advanced driver-assistance systems, mobile electronics, car stereo upgrades, security systems, custom wheel and tire packages, window tinting, vehicle wraps, paint protection films, nano ceramic coatings, and much more.

“Michael is an outstanding representative of the Tint World® family,” said Charles Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World®. “He is passionate about expanding the brand’s service options in his community and he has done an excellent job of serving Dallas’ auto enthusiasts.”

The all-new Tint World® Rowlett, Texas franchise location is located at 7001 Rowlett Rd., Rowlett, TX 75089. For more information, call (972) 512-4745.

About Tint World

Founded in 1982, Tint World® has grown to become the leading franchise provider of automotive styling, residential, commercial and marine window tinting and security film services. With Automotive Styling Centers™ in the U.S. and abroad, each franchise location houses approximately 20 profit centers, ranging from in-store accessory installations to off-site sales and installation of residential, commercial and marine window tinting and security films. To find out more, please visit www.TintWorld.com and www.TintWorldFranchise.com. You can also like them on Facebook.

3 03, 2020

Comfort Keepers® Awarded “America’s Best Customer Service” By Newsweek

2020-03-03T12:42:56-05:00March 3rd, 2020|Tags: , , , |

Comfort Keepers Celebrates More than 20 Years Providing Outstanding Customer Service, Support and Joy to Families Needing In-Home Care.

IRVINE, Calif. — With decades of experience providing unparalleled in-home care to clients and their families nationwide, Comfort Keepers® has been recognized by Newsweek as “America’s Best Customer Service” in the category of Home Care Services for Seniors and Disabled. With one of the largest network of caregivers across the county, Comfort Keepers has been named to Newsweek’s Best Customer Service list two years in a row since the award’s inception.

The Comfort Keepers approach to customer service and in-home care is to find ways to inspire joy and hope among all of its clients and their families – helping to make their lives brighter, safer and more enjoyable from the comfort of home. As a result, the Comfort Keepers caregiver network has found ways to provide seniors or those with declining health with the opportunity to live happy, fulfilling and independent lives. This positive approach to caregiving can help transform a life for the better, create a lasting friendship and ultimately elevate a human spirit.

“We are so honored to be named on the prestigious 2020 Newsweek List for ‘America’s Best Customer Service’, said Carl McManus, CEO, Comfort Keepers North America. “When your business is touching the lives and hearts of so many people, service always has to be the first priority each and every day. We have a commitment to our clients to deliver quality care in a way that inspires joy and enrichment, while also delivering a promise to families that their loved ones are cared for properly in the safety of their own home.”

The Newsweek America’s Best Customer Service ranking is based on an independent survey from a sample of more than 20,000 U.S. customers who have either made a purchase, used a service or gathered information about a product or service in the last three years. The criteria that these customers rate includes: quality of communication, technical competence, range of services, customer focus and accessibility. For more information, visit: https://www.newsweek.com/americas-best-customer-service-2020.

For more information on Comfort Keepers, please visit ComfortKeepers.com, or connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

About Comfort Keepers® 

For more than two decades, Comfort Keepers® has been Elevating the Human SpiritSM through its in-home care network for seniors and other adults by empowering them to maintain their independence and realize joy in the everyday moments. A division of Sodexo, a global leader that delivers Quality of Life services to over 75 million consumers in 80 countries each day, Comfort Keepers operates a franchise network that has grown to more than 700 locations around the world. In addition to providing services that focus on health care and senior markets, Sodexo’s integrated offerings encompass more than 45 years of experience in reception, safety, maintenance and cleaning, foodservices, facilities and equipment management, and concierge services. For more information, visit ComfortKeepers.com.

3 03, 2020

FirstLight Home Care Announces International Expansion to Canada

2020-03-03T12:29:07-05:00March 3rd, 2020|Tags: , , , , |

Leading non-medical home care company expands across North America to deliver quality personal and companion care services.

CINCINNATI — FirstLight® Home Care, an award-winning provider of non-medical home care, is pleased to announce it is expanding its caregiving services to Canada. Sam Riad, CEO of Comfort of Senior Living, has signed on as a master franchise and will operate as FirstLight Home Care of Canada.

Riad currently operates 10 Comfort of Senior Living retirement communities across the Province of Ontario. The master franchise agreement will allow Riad to introduce the FirstLight Home Care brand and deliver the company’s non-medical home care services to a brand-new market.

“We are thrilled to bring our FirstLight brand to Canada,” said Jeff Bevis, CEO and Co-Founder of FirstLight Home Care. “International expansion has always been part of our strategy, and we believe we have found a solid master franchise partner in Sam Riad. He has extensive experience and a deep understanding of the industry, established relationships in the market and the infrastructure for rapid growth. And we share a similar mission, culture and calling to care for aging seniors and other adults in need of extra support.”

As a notable and award-winning home care company, FirstLight provides exceptional care for seniors, veterans, people with disabilities and individuals who are recuperating. FirstLight’s national network of franchises is dedicated to the health and well-being of others by delivering compassionate and quality services to individuals in the place they call home.

Riad and his team will bring the same culture of care and commitment to quality service to residents in Canada by offering FirstLight’s companion and personal caregiving services to adults who need assistance. The partnership is a natural complement to existing demand and future growth in Canada.

“We recognized the tremendous success of FirstLight in the U.S and realized how beneficial this model would be to the Canadian market, especially with the recent increasing trend of older adults wishing to stay at home longer,” said Riad. “We are passionate about helping individuals in our communities, and FirstLight sets the pace by offering innovative home care services that ensure people in need receive premium care.”

Canadian CEO Brad Rye will lead the implementation of FirstLight Home Care into Canada. Rye has owned and operated various Homes for Special Care for the past 30 years. He is co-founder and former president of the Ontario Homes for Special Needs Association (OHSNA), representing 500 homes and 5,000 residents across Ontario. Recently working with the Ontario government, Rye assisted in the development and implementation of a resident-focused model of housing and services.

FirstLight Home Care of Canada has plans to open six locations immediately across Ontario, with an aggressive vision to establish 150 more locations through expansion and franchise opportunities across Canada.

Since opening its first franchise location in 2010, FirstLight Home Care has experienced steady growth and is now serving clients in 220+ locations in more than 30 states throughout the U.S. This is the company’s first international expansion to Canada.

For more information, call (855) 420-6900 or visit FirstLightHomeCare.com/Canada

About FirstLight Home Care

FirstLight Home Care is a leading provider of non-medical home care, helping individuals in more than 30 states achieve the quality of life they deserve. The company has set a new standard in home care by creating an unmatched Culture of Care that drives industry-leading client and employee satisfaction. FirstLight is a lifeline not only for seniors, but for people recovering from illness, injury or surgery, adults with disabilities, veterans, busy families, and anyone 18 and older who needs personal or companion care services. FirstLight Home Care’s mission is to deliver exceptional, compassionate care provided by extraordinary people so that all those who are served may age with comfort, dignity and independence in the place they call home. FirstLight is also proud to champion the family caregivers who give countless hours of care to their loved ones every day by providing the resources and support needed to help them maintain balance in their own lives. Visit FirstLightHomeCare.com.