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18 07, 2019

ONE Cannabis Builds Midwest Franchise Presence

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-07-18T14:02:42-04:00July 18th, 2019|Tags: cutting-edge franchise model, decade of proven cannabis operation, emerging industry, franchise innovation, producer and retailer of cannabis|

Franchisor Signs Agreement with Entrepreneurial Team in Missouri; Company Executives to Meet with Prospective Chicago Franchisees July 17-19 at the Arcview Cannabis Investor Forum

DENVER – On the heels of another Midwest state legalizing cannabis, the industry’s preeminent franchisor is making moves and building its presence in the region with expansion into Missouri and several deals in the works in Illinois as well as other states across the country.

ONE Cannabis (“ONE” or “the Company”), a multi-state franchisor and vertically integrated cannabis operator, announced today that it has entered into management consulting agreements with Missouri residents for development of the franchise in the Saint Louis, Missouri area.

“Transformational growth is on the horizon for the Midwest, and the players who are going to win are the ones who take the opportunity to prepare for entry now and look to the guidance and support of a seasoned franchise to help navigate the complicated rules of cannabis market entry,” said ONE Chief Operating Officer Mike Weinberger, who has nearly two decades of franchise industry experience. “Think of legalization as the gunshot that kicks off a race – you have to wait for the signal to start, but that doesn’t mean you show up without your shoes.”

ONE CANNABIS PRESENTS FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY AT CHICAGO’S FIRST CANNABIS INVESTMENT EVENT SINCE ILLINOIS LEGALIZATION

ONE Cannabis will be presenting its franchise opportunity in Chicago July 17-19 at the Arcview Cannabis Investor Forum – an exclusive event for institutional and accredited investors interested in the cannabis space. In addition to meeting with prospective franchisees at the ONE Cannabis booth, Weinberger will be giving a 20-minute presentation on Friday, July 19 at 11:20 a.m. CT about the ONE Cannabis franchise opportunity.

He will also be speaking on a panel Friday at 9 a.m. CT titled, “Bigger is Better: Scale to Success.” The discussion will highlight how multi-state & international operators execute ambitious business plans, the challenges and rewards of scaling across state & international borders, in what instances vertical or horizontal integration is desirable and outlook on industry consolidation. Weinberger will share how franchising can be utilized as a vehicle to drive growth, and how the franchise model can be adapted to meet the needs of cannabis applicants nationwide.

“If you’re entering cannabis as an industry newcomer, partnering with a franchise [ONE Cannabis] puts you worlds ahead of the competition,” Weinberger said. “Rather than figuring everything out on your own, you have a proven playbook in hand that has been tried and tested in legal cannabis for over 10 years, as well as a partner who are invested in your success and guiding you every step of the way. Cannabis is complicated. We simplify it for our franchise partners so they can focus on scaling and enhancing their investment.”

Several key company players will be present at the Arcview Cannabis Investor Forum. Interested parties can apply to attend the event at http://events.arcviewgroup.com/chi19/#reserve, or contact Tiarra Convento at tiarra@ocginc.com to set up an introductory meeting.

ONE CANNABIS LEADS CANNABIS FRANCHISING IN NORTH AMERICA

ONE Cannabis began franchising in early 2018 and currently has five franchise agreements signed for Colorado development, as well as several agreements in the works in other states and in Canada with different entrepreneurial teams. The company expects to add a dozen corporate and franchise locations in 2019 in multiple states. Recently, ONE Cannabis became the first marijuana business to earn a Franchise Times Dealmakers award. This recognition is presented to the boldest players driving mergers and acquisitions in franchising.

ONE Cannabis team members have decades of experience in the legal cannabis industry, franchising and operations. ONE franchisees gain access to this knowledge – including operational systems, standard operating procedures, depth of resources, exclusive award-winning products and hundreds of vetted business relationships as well as national brand recognition and marketing support.

IDEAL FRANCHISE PARTNERS

The Company partners with both new franchisee investors and existing multi-unit franchisees who are looking to diversify their franchise portfolio. Franchise partner investment costs range from $750,000 to $2.5 million, including a $100,000 franchise fee for a single unit or $250,000 for three units. Those interested in becoming a ONE Cannabis franchisee should have access to a minimum $750,000 in liquid capital. Franchisees may be owner-operators or passive owners with a designated, experienced manager running operations.

To learn more about the ONE Cannabis franchise opportunity, contact Tiarra Convento at tiarra@ocginc.com or visit ocginc.com.

ABOUT ONE CANNABIS:

ONE Cannabis is a Denver-based multi-state producer and retailer of cannabis, and the preeminent franchisor in this nascent, fast-growing industry. The company’s cutting-edge franchise model stems from its deeply entrenched footprint as an early entrepreneur in cannabis. The franchise has more than a decade of proven cannabis operation with an unusual expertise in franchise innovation that aims to set the standard for an industry that could eventually expand nationwide. Through its franchise opportunities and Social Equity & Economic Development (SEED) program, ONE eases the industry’s barrier to entry, making cannabis entrepreneurship more feasible to a broader group. For more information about the ONE Cannabis franchise opportunity, visit ocginc.com.

17 07, 2019

Senior Helpers® Recognized as 2019 Best Workplace in New York

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-07-17T11:17:57-04:00July 17th, 2019|Tags: Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, dementia, Department of Defense Military Spouse Employment Partnership, family caregivers, in-home senior care, pairing clients with compatible caregivers, personal and companion care, senior care, trained and certified caregivers|

Nationwide Senior Care Company Continues to be Recognized as Great Place to Work with New York Award Win

NEW YORK — Senior Helpers^®, one of the nation’s premier providers of personalized in-home senior care, revealed today that it has been recognized as one of the 2019 Best Workplaces in the state of New York by Great Place to Work^® and FORTUNE. With over 300 locations nationwide, and 14 in New York, Senior Helpers’ rapidly growing business is laser-focused on helping older adults age with dignity. The company’s culture is based on strong core values, recognition of achievements and respect and this award is just the latest testament to the company’s quest to be a top workplace in America.

The Great Place to Work evaluation considers more than 60 elements of the team member experience using feedback from surveys sent to employees in the New York metro area. Eighty-five percent of the evaluation is based on employees’ experiences of trust and reaching their full human potential as part of their organization, no matter who they are or what they do. The remaining 15 percent of the rank is based on an assessment of all employees’ daily experiences of innovation, the company’s values, and the effectiveness of their leaders, to ensure they’re consistently experienced. Senior Helpers is the only national in-home care provider recognized as a 2019 Best Workplace in New York.

“It is humbling to be a part of Senior Helpers and receive this honor; we have worked diligently to build a culture of inclusion and appreciation across our locations,” said Peter Ross, CEO and co-founder of Senior Helpers. “Our employees—in New York and across the nation—care deeply about our clients, which reflects in their overall job satisfaction.”

“We applaud Senior Helpers for seeking certification and releasing its employees’ feedback,” said Dr. Jacquelyn Kung, of Great Place to Work’s senior care affiliate Activated Insights. “These high ratings measure Senior Helpers’ capacity to earn its employees’ trust and create a great workplace for high performance.”

The Great Place to Work Trust Index^TM methodology is taken by millions of employees in thousands of companies annually. It represents the gold standard in measuring culture and employee engagement.

About Great Place to Work

Great Place to Work is the global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures. Through its certification programs, Great Place to Work recognizes outstanding workplace cultures and produces the annual Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work For®” and Great Place to Work Best Workplaces lists for Millennials, Women, Diversity, Small & Medium Companies, industries and, internationally, countries and regions. Through its culture consulting services, Great Place to Work helps clients create great workplaces that outpace peers on key business metrics like revenue growth, profitability, retention and stock performance.

Learn more at Greatplacetowork.com and on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

About Senior Helpers^®

Senior Helpers is the nation’s premier provider of in-home senior services ranging from specialized care for those with diseases, such as dementia, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, to personal and companion care to help individuals looking for a little assistance with daily activities. Founded in 2002 with a vision to help seniors age with dignity despite age-related illnesses and mobility challenges, Senior Helpers has hundreds of franchised and owned businesses that have cared for tens of thousands of seniors.

Senior Helpers is included in Entrepreneur’s Top 500 Franchise Ranking, is an approved partner in the Military Spouse Employment Partnership, and active in the Healthcare Leadership Council—an exclusive alliance of leading healthcare companies from all health sectors committed to advancing the American healthcare system. Learn more by visiting http://www.seniorhelpers.com.

17 07, 2019

Anago Cleaning Systems Named Top 50 Global Franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-07-17T11:07:07-04:00July 17th, 2019|Tags: anago cleaning systems, commercial cleaning franchise system, commercial cleaning service, Master franchise opportunities|

International Cleaning Giant Earns #42 Ranking in Global Franchise 200 Survey

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. — Anago Cleaning Systems has been named a top 50 global franchise by Entrepreneur magazine, placing 42^nd on the publication’s annual Global Franchise 200 rankings. This latest ranking comes after Anago was ranked number 52 on the magazine’s Franchise 500® list in January and the third overall ranking on Entrepreneur’s list of franchises available under $50,000 in the spring.

“Our solid growth has always been attributable to our solid Master and Unit franchises and we are particularly proud that growth is also happening on an international scale,” said Adam D. Povlitz, President and CEO of Anago Cleaning Systems. “We are honored that our team has earned this ranking, ahead of respected names such as Ben & Jerry’s, Buffalo Wild Wings and Orangetheory.”

The “Top Global Franchises” list is a variation of Entrepreneur’s annual Franchise 500 survey, the oldest and most comprehensive franchise ranking in the world. For the Global rankings, the Franchise 500 formula is adjusted to give extra weight to international size and growth. Other areas evaluated by the equation include cost and fees, franchisee support, brand strength and financial strength and stability.

Anago 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. An Anago franchise can be purchased for as little as $10,000.

About Anago Cleaning Systems

Anago Cleaning Systems is a commercial cleaning franchise system supporting over 40 Master Franchises and over 1,500 Unit Franchisees in the U.S. and internationally. After years of refining procedures and creating duplicable systems created in his large commercial cleaning service, David Povlitz founded Anago in 1989 to help other entrepreneurs open their cleaning businesses. Today, its program sets the standard worldwide in commercial cleaning. Anago was ranked #52 overall by Entrepreneur Magazine in its 2019 Franchise 500® ranking. For further information, visit its website at http://www.AnagoMasters.com.

16 07, 2019

TITLE Boxing Club Signs Landmark Franchise Deal for Mexico City

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-07-16T11:43:37-04:00July 16th, 2019|Tags: boutique fitness studio, boxing and kickboxing fitness classes, boxing-inspired fitness club, TITLE Boxing Club, virtual fitness application, workout|

Boxing Fitness Franchise to Open 25 Clubs in Mexico’s Capital

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — TITLE Boxing Club, the nation’s leading boutique boxing fitness franchise with more than 190 open clubs across the United States and international locations in the Dominican Republic and Mexico, announced today it has signed a record 25-unit franchise agreement for Mexico City with current franchisees Alan and Jack Sandoval.

The Sandoval brothers have spent most of their professional lives as entrepreneurs in industries ranging from apparel, home & corporate decoration and real estate investment. The two already own locations in Miami and have a strong passion for the TITLE Boxing Club brand. As natives of Mexico, they saw an opportunity to bring the franchise to their home country and sign the multi-unit deal. Already well on their way to opening 25 clubs, the Sandovals and their team have opened five clubs throughout Mexico City since early 2018.

They anticipate opening five more clubs in 2019 and then five per year until 25 clubs are developed, “Ultimately, we want a TITLE Boxing Club close to everyone in Mexico,” said Jack Sandoval.

“Fitness has always been important to my family, and I was looking for a new workout to try. By the end of my first class at TITLE Boxing Club, I was hooked—not only on the workout, but also on the investment opportunity,” said Alan Sandoval. “After opening clubs in Miami, my brother and I knew we had to bring the brand to Mexico City. The timing was perfect; Mexico has always had a love for boxing, and the fitness market is primed and ready for a brand like TITLE. We are proud to bring 25 clubs to Mexico City and introduce everyone in Mexico to the best hour of their day.”

With the Mexican fitness and health club industry generating more than $1.8 billion in revenue per year, Mexico, and specifically its densely-populated capital, remains a hot growth market for TITLE Boxing Club to continue its international expansion. International momentum has largely been sustained by the brand’s premium service of explosive, total-body boxing and kickboxing classes that energize, strengthen and challenge members.

“This is a milestone agreement for TITLE Boxing Club, being the largest deal our franchise has ever had, and we couldn’t be happier to continue our great relationship with the Sandovals and their team,” said President Susan Boresow. “Mexico is the perfect country for our biggest deal; boxing is ingrained in the country’s culture, and the people have grown up with it. Mexico is renowned for introducing the world to boxing legends, from Julio César Chávez to Canelo Alvarez and more. We strive for TITLE Boxing Club to become a part of that culture and to produce a few champions of our own! This expansion marks a new era for our brand, and we are looking forward to offering our one-of-a-kind fitness experience to members in Mexico City.”

Founded in 2008, TITLE Boxing Club started franchising in 2009 and has since exploded domestically and has continued to embark on its international expansion in 2019. In addition to its development in Mexico, the brand is eyeing international growth in Canada, Colombia and Brazil.

For more information about TITLE Boxing Club’s franchise opportunity, please visit https://titleboxingclub.com/own-a-franchise/.

About TITLE Boxing Club^®

TITLE Boxing Club, a Franworth company, is a boutique fitness studio that specializes in boxing and kickboxing fitness classes. Based in Kansas City, the company has more than 190 clubs open and operating across the country and another 150 in development. The brand is currently ranked on Entrepreneur magazine’s prestigious Franchise 500 list and the Inc. 5000 list of American’s fastest-growing, privately-held companies. In 2015 the fitness franchise earned the title of No. 1 Fastest Growing Franchise by Inc. Magazine. To learn more about the fitness franchise opportunity, visit https://titleboxingclub.com/own-a-franchise/.

16 07, 2019

Great Harvest Bread Co. Launches Mobile App and Online Ordering

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-07-16T11:29:11-04:00July 16th, 2019|Tags: authentic breads and pastries made fresh daily, bakery franchise, bakery-cafe model, Great Harvest Bread Company, multi-unit franchise model|

Leading Bakery Cafe Franchise to Reward Brand Loyalists and Test Convenient Offerings

DILLON, Mont. — Great Harvest Bread Co., the only national brand of independently owned and operated whole grain bread bakeries and a leader in the bakery cafe space, has officially launched its mobile app and introduced online ordering in select locations. Additionally, a few locations will be testing home bread delivery services.

Moving away from the traditional bread card and “baker’s dozen” special, where the 13th loaf is free, 30 Great Harvest bakery cafes are leading the change by ensuring their locations are rewarding and communicating with loyal, repeat customers via email and mobile notifications. The brand expects at least 70 more locations to adopt the mobile rewards program within the next few months.

Great Harvest Bread Co. has drastically evolved over the last two years, going from a bread-centric establishment to a breakfast, lunch and dinner bakery cafe offering cold and off-the-grill sandwiches, breakfast specialties, grain bowls, salads, coffee and more. The mobile app will reward the frequent lunch and breakfast eaters, specialty bread enthusiasts, the sweet-treat lovers and everyone else in between.

The robust mobile app will also allow guests to view their updated reward points with each purchase and can even refer a friend to earn additional points. It will also include a birthday reward offering via the app. Additionally, select locations will offer online ordering and easy-to-order catering through the app.

“From our initial testing prior to launch, we already saw a high redemption rate and the average ticket price increase. We’re encouraged and believe our franchisees who know their customers best will continue to embrace the mobile app for the multiple and mutual benefits,” said Great Harvest Bread Co. CEO Mike Ferretti. “The app allows franchisees to more accurately market and communicate to their repeat customers and gives the fan base what they deserve: easier access to what they love and rewards them for their loyalty.”

Great Harvest does not have a mandated design outside of the high-baking standards and requirement of freshly-milled wheat sourced from trusted Golden Montana Triangle farmers. Each location is a version of Great Harvest that reflects the owner and the local community they serve. Known for being a freedom franchise, each location still has complete control on using the app to localize their marketing efforts with customizable templates. For instance, each location can create its own offering or use the pre-made templates to offer double-point Tuesdays, free cookies and more based on their individual communities’ wants and preferences. The Great Harvest franchise opportunity offers the security of a proven business model while still leaving room for franchisees to make their business their own.

All of this follows the brand’s most recent transformation and introduction to the hub-and-spoke model, designed for major expansion and multi-unit ownership. Existing franchisees and those joining the system can expand strategically and serve as their own supply chain with a central bakery cafe suppling fresh bread through the day to the cafe-only locations in surrounding communities. This approach allows franchisees to physically fit on “Main Street” by opening in high-traffic areas with as little as 1,500 square feet—unlike Panera and other bakery cafe chains that require a large square footage.

Great Harvest bakery cafes may operate as standalone units in a market, or as “hubs,” in conjunction with additional cafes operating as “spokes.” Hubs are full bakery cafes with seating for 40-45 people and have all the handmade bread production on-site. Spokes operate as cafes; they have fresh bread supplied by the hub daily and should be located within 40 minutes of said hub. Their menu is the same as their hub while baking items on-site—like cookies, biscuits, scones, etc.—to maintain the aroma of a bakery.

To learn more about Great Harvest, check out the blog or download the franchise information packet.

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. The nearly 200 location franchise mills their own Golden Triangle wheat every morning from scratch in each location. 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, visit https://www.greatharvest.com/franchise.

15 07, 2019

Conserva Irrigation Accelerates Franchise Development and Adds Eight New Territories in the First Half of 2019

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-07-15T10:48:32-04:00July 15th, 2019|Tags: Conserva Irrigation, outdoor irrigation company, proprietary irrigation auditing system, reduce water consumption, Toro water-efficient products, water conservation|

Water Conservation Leader Continues Nationwide Expansion in just its Second Year of Franchising

RICHMOND, Va. — Conserva Irrigation, the only national outdoor irrigation company founded on the concept of water conservation, announced today it has achieved significant growth in the first half of 2019, signing eight new franchise and expansion deals. Now operating in more than 83 territories across the country, Conserva was also chosen as the winner of the 1^st Annual Franchise Innovation Awards for the Most Innovative Service category and named to Entrepreneur’s list of the Top New Franchises for 2019.

“Since we started Conserva Irrigation, we’ve never wavered from the values that have been our foundation and we’re excited that our team’s hard work and dedication has translated into success for our brand,” said Russ Jundt, founder of Conserva Irrigation. “I firmly believe that our company provides the best product and service in the industry and it’s our passion for finding a solution to water waste that has allowed us to stand out as a leader. We look forward to building on our success and can’t wait to see what the future holds for Conserva.”

Much of Conserva’s success can be credited to Jundt’s creation of a proprietary process to audit irrigation systems. The “System Efficiency Score” rates the water efficiency of a system based on a numerical scale allowing for homeowners to understand how much water their sprinkler systems are wasting, as well as what improvements need to be made to reduce water consumption and lower water bills.

In addition to helping customers save water, Conserva Irrigation operates underneath the Outdoor Living Brands umbrella and remains the only environmentally responsible irrigation company with a franchise business model focused on providing repair and maintenance practices for commercial and residential sprinkler systems.

“Coupled with a strong franchise development pipeline, the success we’ve experienced in 2019 has positioned us for continued growth for the remainder of the year. It’s our vision to build this brand into a nationwide household name and we look forward to taking it to the next level,” said Jundt.

Jundt and Conserva Irrigation are looking to expand in Southern California, Denver and Texas and are seeking single- and multi-unit operators with a range of experience levels, as well as those looking for add-on or conversion business opportunities. Potential franchisee candidates should be willing to invest between $43,550 and $80,250. Incentives are also available for veterans, multi-territory agreements and those with existing businesses or are an employee of an existing franchisee.

For more information about franchise opportunities with Conserva Irrigation, visit https://www.conservairrigation.com/franchising/.

About Conserva Irrigation

Founded in 2010, Conserva Irrigation is the only national outdoor irrigation company founded on the principle of water conservation. With 83 territories across the country and growing, Conserva Irrigation is helping home and business owners reduce water consumption through its use of a proprietary irrigation auditing system and Toro water-efficient products. For more information about Conserva Irrigation, visit https://www.conservairrigation.com/.

11 07, 2019

Leading Service Providers Help Keep Swimming Pools Mosquito-Free This Summer

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-07-11T11:05:04-04:00July 11th, 2019|Tags: America's Swimming Pool Company, Authority Brands, eliminating mosquitoes and ticks from outdoor living spaces, Lyme disease, Malaria No More, Mosquito Squad, swimming pool cleaning and renovation franchise|

Mosquito Squad and America’s Swimming Pool Company celebrate National Swimming Pool Day with expert tips and social media contest for consumers

COLUMBIA, Md. — In honor of National Swimming Pool Day, Mosquito Squad and America’s Swimming Pool Company (ASP) have joined forces to ensure families everywhere can enjoy their yard and swimming pool this summer without mosquitoes getting in the way. With the rise in temperatures and increased humidity, backyards can become breeding grounds for mosquitoes if they’re not properly maintained. As experts in mosquito control and swimming pool service, Mosquito Squad and ASP are providing consumers with tips and best practices to prevent that from happening.

”Summer should be spent enjoying family time outside, not worrying about mosquitoes,” said Amy Lawhorne, chief operating officer of Mosquito Squad. “Warm weather and frequent rainfall is the perfect recipe for mosquitoes to multiply and with help from our friends at America’s Swimming Pool Company, we’re sharing our knowledge with consumers so they can keep themselves and their families protected while soaking up the sun and splashing around.”

To further fuel conversation around yard and pool maintenance this summer, Mosquito Squad and ASP are launching the #GuardOurYard contest. To enter, participants must post a photo or video of them enjoying their pool to the contest landing page, GuardOurYard.com, or social media platforms Twitter or Instagram, using the hashtag #GuardOurYard and sharing their zip code.

The contest is open for entries beginning today, July 11, through August 26. Once entries close, Mosquito Squad and ASP will select one winner at random and announce them on social media on Labor Day, September 2. The winner will receive a full season mosquito protection package from Mosquito Squad and free year of pool maintenance from ASP, both for the 2020 season.

“Pool maintenance is often overlooked and without the proper care, your pool could face some serious complications,” said Jimmie Meece, senior vice president of America’s Swimming Pool Company. “Teaming up with Mosquito Squad gives us an opportunity to not only share pool maintenance tips that will help consumers keep their pools healthy and clean, but also best practices to maintain their yard overall so they can play outside and in the pool with their families without unwanted mosquitoes.”

For additional #GuardOurYard contest details, full terms and conditions and to keep up with entries, visit GuardOurYard.com.

About Mosquito Squad
With approximately 250 franchise locations in the United States along with international operations in Kenya and Indonesia, Mosquito Squad specializes in eliminating mosquitoes and ticks from outdoor living spaces, allowing consumers to enjoy their yards, outdoor living spaces, special events and green spaces. For more information, visit http://www.MosquitoSquad.com, http://MosquitoSquadFranchise.com and https://www.theauthoritybrands.com/. Follow Mosquito Squad on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the latest news and trends.

About ASP
ASP – America’s Swimming Pool Company is the largest swimming pool cleaning, repair, and renovation franchise system in the nation. Founded in 2002 by Stewart C. Vernon, the company is based on the belief that by providing a higher quality pool service at a reasonable price, the brand would raise the industry standards for pool service. In 2005, ASP began franchising and now covers over 400 cities in 21 states across the nation. For more information on ASP’s swimming pool franchise opportunities, visit ASPfranchising.com. For more information on America’s Swimming Pool Company, visit ASPPoolco.com or find us on Facebook @asppoolco, Instagram, and Twitter.

About Authority Brands
Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Authority Brands, LLC is the parent company of seven leading home service franchisors, America’s Swimming Pool Company, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, The Cleaning Authority, Homewatch CareGivers, Mister Sparky electric, Mosquito Squad, and One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning. Together, these brands provide home services through more than 1675 locations operated by 920 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.

10 07, 2019

Adryenne Hearne-Alvarez and Derek Hearne Sign 5-Unit Deal to Bring Big Blue Swim School to South Florida, Orlando and South Carolina

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-07-10T12:16:39-04:00July 10th, 2019|Tags: Big Blue Swim School, child care franchise, child education franchise, child engagement specialists, swim school franchise|

The Chicago-based siblings look forward to positively impacting communities while bringing vital life skills to local families.

CHICAGO — Leading children’s swim instruction brand Big Blue Swim School is officially coming to South Florida, Orlando and South Carolina, thanks to the recent five-unit signing of accomplished franchisee duo Adryenne Hearne-Alvarez and Derek Hearne.

Born and raised in Chicago, the Hearne siblings both graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago; Derek received a degree in economics while Adryenne holds an MBA and an undergraduate degree in sociology. They both worked in the corporate world for several years before making the transition to multi-unit franchise ownership with Amazing Lash Studio and seven Orangetheory Fitness locations.

An avid fitness enthusiast, Adryenne has worked in the industry in several capacities such as personal trainer to boutique gym owner before taking the plunge into franchising. Derek had a successful sales and operations management career in logistics, marketing and IT Security prior to starting with Orangetheory Fitness in late 2014. For their next venture, the sister-and-brother duo were looking for a proven business model that would positively impact the community. When they discovered Big Blue Swim School at a multi-unit franchising conference in Las Vegas, the Hearnes were sold.

“There are a few things we look at when evaluating a new concept, and Big Blue checked all the boxes,” said Adryenne Hearne-Alvarez. “We had the opportunity to meet the team at a Dive-in Day in Chicago, and we were really impressed by the business model and the effort put into growing the brand. We didn’t look back. This is what we want to do, and it fits our short-term and long-term strategy.”

The Hearnes seized on the opportunity to be first-to-market in South Florida, Orlando and South Carolina. As multi-unit franchisees, they were impressed with the model’s scalability, strong unit economics and use of technology, including the LessonBuddy™ app, an easy-to-use customer-facing lesson management and scheduling platform.

Big Blue Swim School was founded by U.S. National Champion swimmer Chris DeJong after coming in just behind Michael Phelps in qualifying for the U.S. Olympic team in 2004 and 2008. The brand approaches swim instruction holistically, imparting life skills like confidence and self-esteem in students while benchmarking swimming progress. Big Blue Swim School is well-positioned as a dominant player in the $20 billion swim school industry, with national expansion currently ongoing.

“When people walk into your business, they want to feel a sense of happiness, belonging and community. That’s what we’re looking to bring,” said Adryenne Hearne-Alvarez. “Parents will be able to come in and enjoy themselves, watch their children gain major survival skills, and be proud to and show their friends and family pictures of what their children learned. For us, success is bringing that to the community.”

Big Blue Swim School’s Chief Development Officer Scott Thompson shared that he is excited to see the Hearnes join the Big Blue system.

“Adryenne and Derek radiate energy and passion. They are always reaching beyond their grasp and going the extra mile for their clients,” said Thompson. “They cultivate great teamwork between with their employees, and embrace others’ differences. They are just awesome—you can’t find better people than them.”

ABOUT BIG BLUE SWIM SCHOOL

Big Blue Swim School was founded in 2009 by competitive swimmer Chris DeJong. The first location opened in Wilmette, followed by Niles, Buffalo Grove and Hoffman Estates. In 2017, Level 5 Capital Partners acquired a majority stake in the brand, and is rolling out an aggressive strategy to grow through franchising to 150 locations by 2020. Big Blue Swim School’s real estate footprint, proprietary technology Lesson Buddy, coupled with its practice of employing full-time child engagement specialists that teach based on a proprietary distance-based swimming methodology sets Big Blue up for long-term success.

9 07, 2019

Forbes Names FASTSIGNS International, Inc. To 2019 America’s Best Franchises To Buy List

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-07-09T13:28:50-04:00July 9th, 2019|Tags: FASTSIGNS International Inc., FASTSIGNS® sign and graphic centers, International Sign Association, ISA International Sign Expo, sign and graphic solutions, sign and visual communication franchise|

Of 3,300 Brands Analyzed, FASTSIGNS Recognized for Strong Performance, Value, and Franchisee Support

CARROLLTON, Texas — FASTSIGNS International, Inc., franchisor of FASTSIGNS^®, the leading sign, graphics and visual communications franchise, has been named to the 2019 America’s Best Franchises to Buy list by Forbes magazine. Forbes and industry research firm FRANdata analyzed 3,300 active brands spanning five years and identified the 30 best franchises to invest in in the high-, medium, and low-investment categories. FASTSIGNS is the only franchise in the sign, graphics and print industry to be ranked, having been recognized as a top medium-investment franchise for its system sustainability, system demand, value for investment, franchisor support, and franchisor stability.

“FASTSIGNS is incredibly honored to have earned a spot on the 2019 Best Franchises list,” said Mark Jameson, Executive Vice President of Franchise Support and Development. “Our commitment to providing franchisees worldwide the tools and resources vital to succeeding in their local markets, coupled with our dedicated support team, strongly attribute to this achievement. This recognition comes on the heels of FASTSIGNS closing out two quarters of strong growth in the first half of 2019, and we’re looking forward to continuing the momentum throughout the rest of the year.”

FASTSIGNS has opened 11 locations in 2019, including four in Santiago, Chile, and domestically in San Diego and Windsor, California; Douglasville, Georgia; Concord, North Carolina; Spring Hill and Boynton Beach, Florida; and San Antonio, Texas. The brand will also celebrate the opening of its first location in Queens, New York, in July.

Additionally, FASTSIGNS has signed 20 franchise agreements in 2019 to develop in markets such as Mount Pleasant, South Carolina; Pikeville, Kentucky; and Tracy, California. FASTSIGNS is recruiting franchisees globally, with a focus on urban markets throughout the Northeastern United States — including New York City, Long Island, Boston, Providence, and Portland — as well as finding master franchisees for Québec, Europe, Latin America, and other international markets.

FASTSIGNS is known in the industry for equipping its franchisees with tools vital to securing the ongoing success of each individual location. In 2018, FASTSIGNS announced the launch of a special incentive for first responders, including paramedics, emergency medical technicians, police officers, sheriffs, and firefighters, which includes a 50 percent reduction on the franchise fee — a savings of $24,875.

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. was ranked the #1 franchise opportunity in its category and 95 overall on Entrepreneur magazine’s 2019 Franchise 500^®, the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. Acknowledged by entrepreneurs and franchisors as a top competitive tool of measurement, the Franchise 500^® recognizes FASTSIGNS, the only sign, graphics, and visual communications franchise to be recognized in the top 100 for its exceptional performance in areas including financial strength and stability, growth rate, and brand power. FASTSIGNS also made Franchise Direct‘s list of the Top 100 Franchises 2019 and ranked #2 on this year’s Franchise Gator Top 100 list, both ranking the best franchises for 2019. FASTSIGNS has also been ranked by Franchise Business Review as one of the “Best of the Best” for franchisee satisfaction for the last 10 years. Additionally, FASTSIGNS was also named to Franchise Business Review’s “Innovative Franchises” list in 2017 and a “Best-in-Category” franchise by Franchise Business Review in 2018. In 2019, the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) awarded FASTSIGNS International, Inc. the Franchisees’ Choice Designation for the seventh consecutive year for its strong relationship with Canadian franchisees, as well as extensive franchisee training and support.

About FASTSIGNS^®

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. is the leading sign and visual communications franchisor in North America, and is the worldwide franchisor of more than 700 independently owned and operated FASTSIGNS® centers in nine countries including the United States, Canada, Chile, England, Grand Cayman, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Australia (where centers operate as SIGNWAVE®). Locations are slated to open in two additional countries – Malta and Spain – in 2019.

FASTSIGNS locations provide comprehensive signage and visual 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 touch points.

FASTSIGNS centers provide architectural and interior decor graphics, fleet vehicle graphics, digital signs and digital signage content, event graphics, displays, banners, posters, ADA signage, safety and identification signs and much more, as well as handle everything from design to project management to installation.

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. is a recipient of many awards, including being ranked the #1 franchise opportunity in its category in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 for the past three years, and Best-in-Category in the business services sector on Franchise Business Review’s list of the top 200 franchises for multiple years.

Learn more about sign and visual 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.

9 07, 2019

Record Breaking Bookings for Expedia® CruiseShipCenters® Princess 3 Day Sale

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-07-09T13:20:09-04:00July 9th, 2019|Tags: booking cruises and vacations, brick and mortar travel agency, Expedia CruiseShipCenters, expert advice for travelers, top cruise travel agency franchise in North America, Vacation Consultants|

Travel Brand Celebrates Sales Milestone After Regional Cruise Promotion

BELLEVUE, Wash. — The top cruise travel agency franchise in North America, Expedia CruiseShipCenters, continues to exceed expectations as they book their clients on the perfect cruise adventure. From June 6-8, 2019, all Expedia CruiseShipCenters franchise locations worked together to secure a record number of cruise vacations for families and travelgoers.

In a large-scale effort to provide as many cruisers possible a once-in-a-lifetime experience at an incredible value, Expedia CruiseShipCenters collaborated with Princess Cruises in a bold three-day-long promotional event. Travelers had the opportunity to access unbeatable deals, the best value on new itineraries, various exclusive Expedia® Extras such as free drinks, free gratuities, $50 onboard cash credit, over $750 savings in onboard coupons, reduced deposit, and more.

“The Princess 3 Day Sale took the saying ‘It takes a village’ to a whole new level,” said Matthew Eichhorst, President of Expedia CruiseShipCenters. “Everything fell into place. Our success was due to our dedicated team members who supported each other through the entire weekend. Marketing drove great lead generation and technical support handled our entire back end so bookings could be made seamlessly. This was an all hands on deck experience and everyone came together in stunning fashion.”

Princess Cruises allows travelgoers to take the plunge to discover new things, take in new cultures, try new decadent cuisines and come back home feeling relaxed and refreshed. If you’re looking for an award-winning cruise line that offers world-class entertainment, gourmet cuisines, enriching activities, blissful relaxation, and vast destination options, Princess Cruises has it all.

At Expedia CruiseShipCenters, customers can choose from numerous vacation possibilities over land, sea and air, including customized trips, coach and rail tours and insurance – all at Expedia prices. Each franchise location offers personal vacation consultations in person, through email or over the phone, so customers have the freedom to book when, where, and how they choose. As part of the Expedia Group family of brands, customers get to enjoy the best of two worlds: competitive pricing on a wide range of travel products and expert, personalized advice from a real person connected to a locally owned business.

Join a company that cares. With an Expedia CruiseShipCenters travel franchise, you can enjoy the benefits of owning a retail business, while making dream vacations come true. To learn more about Expedia CruiseShipCenters please visit https://expediafranchise.com/.

About Expedia CruiseShipCenters

Expedia CruiseShipCenters provides exceptional value and expert advice for travelers booking cruises and vacations through its network of over 291 retail travel agency franchises. As part of the Expedia Group family of brands, the company’s more than 6,400 Vacation Consultants facilitate the booking of a wide range of vacation products including cruises, flights, hotels, vacation packages, tours, excursions and more. The company has been navigating spectacular vacation experiences for customers across North America for 30 years. For more information on Expedia CruiseShipCenters, visit www.expediafranchise.com.

Expedia and CruiseShipCenters are trademarks or registered trademarks of Expedia, Inc. or its affiliates in the U.S. and/or other countries. Other logos or product and company names mentioned herein may be the property of their respective owners. © 2019 Expedia, Inc. All rights reserved. CST # 2029030-50 and CST # 20893-43

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