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8 04, 2019

Executive Care Celebrates Milestone Anniversary

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-04-08T14:59:53-04:00April 8th, 2019|Tags: disabled and recovering individuals services, Executive Care, home health care, quality home care services, seniors services, staffing in hospitals and other facilities|

Leading home healthcare franchise marks 15 years in business

HACKENSACK, N.J. — Executive Care, one of the leading home healthcare franchises, has achieved a remarkable milestone, marking 15 years of operations. According to the Small Business Association, more than half of new businesses fail in the first year, with 30 percent fail within two years, 50 percent fail during the first five years and 66 percent failing within 10 years. 15 years of business is truly a feat of accomplishment.

“We are proud to be providing home healthcare services to our communities for over 15 years,” said Lenny Verkhoglaz, founder and CEO of Executive Care. “When we launched, we had a goal to not only meet the growing demand for home healthcare, but to revolutionize the service offerings in the industry. We are thrilled to say this goal has been accomplished and we look forward to propelling the brand to new heights in the coming years.”

Since launching in April 2004, Executive Home Care has grown to 22 locations across 10 states. The brand has been featured in the Entrepreneur Franchise 500, among other award recognitions.

Looking ahead, the brand plans to open over 10 locations by the end of 2019, including entrances into the Boston, D.C. metro, Orlando, Denver and Las Vegas markets.

“Our mission has been to provide compassionate, quality home care services to our clients so that they can remain safe and independent in the comfort of their own home,” founder and CEO Lenny Verkhoglaz said. “The growth we’ve experienced over 15 years only motivates us to continue that mission into 2019 and beyond.”

Executive Care was founded by Verkhoglaz and his wife, Mila. After caring for an elderly neighbor, Lenny and Mila realized the incredible need for home healthcare services. Today, Executive Home Care offers both medical and non-medical services, including at-home care, personal care, companionship and more.

“The home health care industry is experiencing a ‘silver tsunami,’ wherein there are more than 10,000 people reaching the age of 65 than there are caregivers to provide them necessary services,” Verkhoglaz noted. “With such a high demand, Executive Care strives to continue working with other individuals who are passionate about this booming industry.”

Including a franchisee fee (for a territory with a population of 500,000 residents) of $44,900, the initial investment to own and operate an Executive Care office ranges between $99,650 and $169,900. The franchise fee for a second territory is reduced to $35,900 and $29,500 for a third territory.

For more information about Executive Home Care’s franchise opportunity, visit http://executivehomecarefranchise.com/.

About Executive Care

Founded in 2004 and based in Hackensack, NJ, Executive Care is a full-service home health care company serving seniors, disabled and recovering individuals. The company also provides staffing in hospitals, nursing homes, and other facilities. Recently ranked #264 in Entrepreneur magazine’s Annual Franchise 500®, Executive Care continues to expand its national footprint with 22 locations in 10 states. For more information, visit http://executivehomecare.com/.

4 04, 2019

Up-Scale Venture X Shared Workspace to Host Grand Opening in Orlando’s Downtown Business District

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-04-04T18:54:57-04:00April 4th, 2019|Tags: blend of boutique hotel and modern office styles, shared workspace and community, tech-driven flexible workspaces, United Franchise Group, Venture X|

ORLANDO, Fla. — Venture X^®the premium membership-based workspace and community for entrepreneurs and businesses, has announced that its newest facility at 100 E. Pine St. Suite 110, Orlando will hold a grand opening celebration tomorrow, April 4 at 4 p.m. The official grand opening will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce. This latest opening adds to the brand’s growing presence throughout the state, which includes its first location in Naples, as well as the Palm Beaches, and soon another location in South Miami-Dade County. Plans are to top 100 locations by the end of 2019.

Specializing in elevating the coworking experience across the U.S. and around the world, Venture X, a brand member of United Franchise Group, is responding to the needs of entrepreneurs requiring flexible office space solutions. Its new Orlando 21,000-square-foot facility will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and memberships will include virtual office, shared desk, dedicated desk, private office, conference room hours, and event space.

“We saw the promise of a great business opportunity and wanted to be a part of the Downtown Orlando community,” said Lindsay Hedrick, co-franchisee and community manager at the Orlando Venture X. “We believe Venture X will be a great fit for Orlando and provide a wonderful business model that supports business growth through networking and flexibility.”

The Central Business District is a best-in-class environment where the demands of a growing business market are met. “We are excited to be on the cutting edge of how today’s business workforce and entrepreneurs envision true flexible office space options,” said Jason R. Anderson, president of Venture X. “The Downtown Business District is a key component for a collaborative, community-driven focus for our Venture X members.”

The Venture X experience is about diverse membership options, each designed for creative professionals, freelancers, remote workers, startups, non-profits, small businesses, and Fortune 500 companies that require upscale satellite offices.

Amenities include concierge-level member services, secure 24/7 access, high-speed business class internet, copiers and other conference technology.

For information, visit https://www.venturex.com/locations/florida/orlando-pine/. Social media channels include Instagram: vx_orlando100pine and Facebook Venture X (Orlando: 100 Pine).

About Venture X

Venture X is a 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 part of a successful group of affiliated companies and brands under the United Franchise Group (UFG) and has been recognized by Inc. as one of the best co-working spaces in the United States. The brand anticipates having 100 locations operational by the end of 2022. For more information about locations visit www.VentureX.com and for information about franchise opportunities visit www.venturexfranchise.com.

3 04, 2019

Re-Bath Appoints New Members to C-Suite and Makes High-Level Executive Moves

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-04-03T16:51:19-04:00April 3rd, 2019|Tags: aging and accessibility solutions, bathroom remodeling industry, complete bathroom remodeling company, home improvement franchise, residential market, tub and shower updates|

Donna Catalfio, Sharon Villegas and Dana Fossand Join as COO, CMO and V.P. of Corporate Stores

PHOENIX — Re-Bath, the nation’s largest complete bathroom remodeling company, has announced the promotion of Donna Catalfio to Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel, hired Sharon Villegas as its new Chief Marketing Officer, and promoted Dana Fossand from Director of Sales to V.P. of Corporate Stores. The three women are taking on these roles at a pivotal growth point for the brand as it expands to 100 units and beyond.

As a licensed attorney with over 15 years of experience in private practice, Catalfio joined Re-Bath in February 2017 as Chief Administrative Officer. She was responsible for managing HR, training and legal. Towards the end of 2018, she was promoted to Chief Operations Officer and General Counsel. Today, she oversees and manages franchise operations, excluding marketing, and handles all legal matters.

For more than 20 years, Villegas has built an impressive resume of brand development and rejuvenation, lead generation and consumer retention. Before Re-Bath, Villegas established the Scottsdale-based marketing agency Peppertree Marketing; over the next 15 years she spearheaded B2B and B2C marketing initiatives, both traditional and online, for numerous international, national, regional and local companies. Prior to Peppertree Marketing, Villegas served as Senior Vice President of LBC Advertising, where she helped increase the agency’s client base and revenues in the home industry.

Additionally, Fossand brings over 20 years of sales and training experience to the table, stemming from her own franchise background. Now, she will serve as the V.P. of Corporate Stores for Re-Bath to provide owners and employees with sales training insights and tools. Fossand has significant experience in building customer and franchisee value. Known for her ability to grow and increase organizations’ annual sales, Fossand is a strategic leader who will assist with realigning Re-Bath’s business operations while enhancing business growth efforts in order to unleash disciplined innovation and encourage long-term stability. Finally, she will continue to hire, train, mentor and coach teams at the corporate level.

“Re-Bath is at a pivotal point of growth. We’re building our team of best-in-class leaders to elevate our brand and experience for our customers,” said Re-Bath CEO Brad Hiller. “Donna, Sharon and Dana all have the know-how mindset and track record with remodeling and franchise brands. With these women’s prior experiences, it’s clear that they consistently meet and exceed their goals. That’s the kind of focus and determination we need in order to expand our footprint and help franchisees grow advantageously.”

With Re-Bath’s new leadership team in place, the brand will officially be launching its second corporate-owned location this year. Now with 100 locations in 34 states, Re-Bath is gearing up for national expansion through strategic partnerships with passionate entrepreneurs in target markets across the United States. The new corporate-owned location will serve as an aid for the brand to gain a better understanding of the systems, procedures and operations that currently exist in the system and allow for the necessary changes to ensure every franchisee is set up for success. Re-Bath remains committed to giving every customer an unmatched experience and believes this begins with the support given to every local operator.

Re-Bath has grown into a trusted and respected brand known for providing expert, affordable, and effortless bathroom remodeling solutions that transform homeowners’ bathrooms in days, not weeks. Whether seeking a tub or shower area update, better accessibility and safety in your bathroom or a complete bathroom remodel, Re-Bath takes the headache out of bathroom remodeling. The company’s exclusive remodel process removes old materials and fixtures and replaces them with beautiful new options in a wide variety of colors.

To learn more about Re-Bath and your bathroom remodeling needs, visit https://www.rebath.com/.

About Re-Bath

Re-Bath is the nation’s largest complete bathroom remodeling franchise located in more than 100 cities across the country. The parent company’s first entry in the bathroom remodeling industry occurred in 1978 and focused on the hospitality sector. In 1991, Re-Bath launched its first franchise location to focus on the residential market. The company offers complete bathroom remodels, tub and shower updates, plus aging and accessibility solutions. From simple bathtub replacements to complete bathroom redesigns, Re-Bath makes bathroom remodeling effortless, convenient and affordable, all with professional, friendly and factory-trained installers. Re-Bath is a one-stop service that covers the entire process – from design to done – in three easy steps: consultation, removal, and installation. Re-Bath assembles its own exclusive line of products at its headquarters located in Phoenix, Ariz., and offers best-in-class products from national brands for its customers. For more information please visit www.rebath.com or www.rebathfranchise.com for more details on the franchise opportunity.

3 04, 2019

Mosquito Squad Reveals Top 10 Cities And States Affected By Mosquitoes And Ticks

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-04-03T05:12:42-04:00April 3rd, 2019|Tags: eliminating mosquitoes and ticks from outdoor living spaces, Lyme disease, Malaria No More, Mosquito Squad|

RICHMOND, Va. — Spring has finally arrived and with it, warmer temperatures and frequent rain showers. While many enjoy the sunshine, the rise in humidity and increase in standing water also welcome an influx of mosquitoes and ticks. To shed some light on areas with a higher concentration, national pest control leader Mosquito Squad has released a list of the top 10 mosquito cities and top 10 tick states.

“Mosquitoes and ticks are more than an annoyance, as they can carry dangerous diseases that could affect the well-being of friends and family,” said Amy Lawhorne, Chief Operating Officer of Mosquito Squad. “While the cities and states in this list represent the areas of highest concentration, mosquitoes and ticks seek refuge all over the country. Getting a mosquito or tick treatment is an effective way to rid your home of these dangers and is highly recommended as the season continues on.”

Determined by the number of services provided in 2018, as well as sales from Mosquito Squad’s tick control tube partner Thermacell, the lists show that New York, Massachusetts and Virginia were among the states that have a high concentration of both mosquitoes and ticks.

Top 10 Mosquito Cities	Top 10 Tick States
· Boston, MA · New York, NY · Washington, D.C. · Chicago, IL · Twin Cities, MN · Richmond, VA · Philadelphia, PA · St. Joseph, MI · St. Louis, MO · Charlotte, NC	· New York · Massachusetts · Pennsylvania · New Hampshire · New Jersey · Connecticut · Maine · Maryland · Virginia · Minnesota

Each year, approximately 30,000 cases of Lyme disease are reported to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, although other tracking methods suggest that approximately 300,000 people may get Lyme disease each year, with 96 percent of reported cases concentrated in 15 states including New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Connecticut. The possibility of contracting Lyme disease coupled with the continued threat of West Nile virus make mosquito and tick protection a priority for many homeowners. These insects breed in moist environments and with the Climate Prediction Center forecasting warmer-than-average temperatures and above-normal precipitation levels for parts of the country, the number of mosquitoes and ticks is likely to grow.

“It’s important to remember that flooded areas create the ideal breeding ground for mosquitoes,” said Lawhorne. “To keep them at bay, tip over anything that can hold water, toss lawn or tree debris and remove any tarps from the yard. Taking care of your yard and eliminating mosquito and tick habitats will allow you and your family to enjoy the spring and summer seasons without worry.”

Founded in 2005 and proud sponsor of Malaria No More, Mosquito Squad specializes in eliminating mosquitoes and ticks from outdoor living spaces so that homeowners can enjoy their yards, and outdoor living and dining spaces. Since Mosquito Squad’s partnership with Malaria No More, a nonprofit global health organization with the goal of ending malaria deaths in Africa, they have raised more than $400,000 to help fuel the fight against malaria.

More information on Mosquito Squad is available at www.mosquitosquad.com. Follow Mosquito Squad on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the latest news and trends.

ABOUT MOSQUITO SQUAD

With over 240 franchise locations nationwide, Mosquito Squad specializes in eliminating mosquitoes and ticks from outdoor living spaces, allowing Americans to enjoy their yards, outdoor living spaces, special events and green spaces. For more information, visit http://www.MosquitoSquad.com and http://mosquitosquadfranchise.com/.

2 04, 2019

Pet Supplies Plus Celebrates National Pet ID Week with Discounted Microchipping

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-04-02T22:08:44-04:00April 2nd, 2019|Tags: discounted microchipping services, National Pet ID Week, pet retail franchise, pet services, Pet Supplies Plus, VIP Petcare|

America’s Favorite Neighborhood Pet Store Partners with VIP Petcare to Lower Microchipping Services to $7 in Effort to Help Reunite Families with Lost Pets

LIVONIA, Mich. — In an effort to help prevent lost pets and also help them find their way back home, Pet Supplies Plus – the largest and most trusted pet retail franchise in the United States – is pleased to announce it will be celebrating National Pet ID Week (April 14 – 20) by offering discounted microchipping services and name identification tags. During the promotion, pet owners can receive the microchipping service for $7, a fraction of the typical cost, in addition to 50% off ID tags for their pets with a purchase of a pet collar.

During this time, participating Pet Supplies Plus stores nationwide will partner with VIP Petcare to offer microchipping vouchers to customers with any in-store purchase of $30 or more. Neighbors can receive their voucher for discounted microchipping April 14-20, while supplies last, at their nearest Pet Supplies Plus store. To find the nearest Pet Supplies Plus store, visit www.petsuppliesplus.com/Store. To find locations with microchipping services, look for locations with VIP Petcare clinics.

Each voucher is for the special discounted rate and is valid through June 3, 2019. Normally, microchipping services at Pet Supplies Plus retail for $19, an already reduced rate compared to traditional microchipping services that range anywhere from $25 – $75.

With the American Humane Association stating about 10 million pets go missing or are stolen each year, it’s critical for pet owners to understand their best defense against this is microchipping. To help ensure pet owners are well-informed about the process, Pet Supplies Plus has included some essential reasons why the procedure is beneficial:

Implanting a microchip is a simple procedure that doesn’t hurt pets. In fact, vets say it’s like getting a vaccine which is a standard wellness procedure.
Once it’s implanted, it stays in place, works their entire lifetime and doesn’t expire.
Microchips are rice-sized chips that are scannable and contain a pet’s unique number. Think of it as their own social security number.
The chip can be scanned by a shelter or vet, and the number is used to find the pet’s owner.
It is not a GPS device and does not contain any personal information.

“Our neighbors and their pets are like family whether they’re in our stores or around our communities, so we feel strongly about investing in their well-being,” said Chris Rowland, Chief Executive Officer of Pet Supplies Plus. “It’s truly unfortunate when we hear of situation where a pet is lost so we’re working to increase the chances of pets reuniting with their families in such an event. It’s absolutely necessary that our neighbors have affordable access to microchipping and pet ID tag services, and hope that our partnership with VIP Petcare boosts microchipping rates nationwide.”

Now with more than 450 locations in 33 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 450 locations in 33 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.

1 04, 2019

Anago Cleaning Systems Announces Newest Master in Austin, TX Market

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-04-01T15:20:31-04:00April 1st, 2019|Tags: anago cleaning systems, commercial cleaning franchise system, commercial cleaning service, Master franchise opportunities|

Franchise Veteran Aaron Grohs is Latest Master Franchise Owner For Leading Commercial Cleaning Company

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Anago Cleaning Systems (Anago), an industry-leading commercial cleaning franchise with over 40 Master Franchise locations and more than 1,500 Unit Franchises throughout the U.S. and internationally, announced its newest Master Franchise has opened in Austin, TX. The Master Franchise is owned by Aaron Grohs, a sales and marketing veteran with significant franchise experience.

“Aaron knows what it’s like to lead a franchise and his decades in sales and marketing will make the Austin Master Franchise immediately successful,” said Adam Povlitz, President & CEO of Anago Cleaning Systems. “We’re excited to service the Austin market and to provide so many people opportunities to own and operate unit franchises there.”

Grohs has spent the majority of his professional career in commercial printing, including over 15 years with Consolidated Graphics in Houston. Grohs was a sales and marketing executive where he helped grow the public business into one of the leading commercial printing companies. After the company was sold in 2013, Grohs served three years as President of AlphaGraphics, a print and marketing franchise with over 250 locations worldwide.

“Having led a franchise, I recognize how precisely the entire Anago team executes to make this international franchise one of the very best, which will allow me to focus on growing a winning business in Austin,” said Grohs. “I look forward to working closely with the Austin business community and help many small business owners live their American dream through ownership of unit franchises.”

When he isn’t busy growing his newest franchise, Grohs lives in Austin with his wife and four sons.

To explore Master franchise opportunities with Anago visit http://www.AnagoMasters.com.

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 in the Top 100 and #2 best commercial cleaning franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine for their 2018 Franchise 500® ranking. Additionally, Anago was ranked the #1 Janitorial Franchise by FranchiseRankings.com in 2018 and ranked by Franchise Business Review as one of the best franchises in Franchisee satisfaction for 11 consecutive years. Inc. Magazine has also listed Anago as one of the top privately-held companies in the U.S. For further information, visit its website at http://www.AnagoMasters.com.

1 04, 2019

Staffing Industry Leader NEXTAFF Opens First Location in Tennessee

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-04-01T15:03:57-04:00April 1st, 2019|Tags: administrative and healthcare staffing agency, identifying quality talent for businesses, NEXTAFF, recuiting franchise, staffing franchise, staffing solutions to businesses|

Local management, staffing expert brings national recruiting firm, unique methodology to Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. — NEXTAFF, an industry leader in identifying quality talent for businesses, opened a staffing agency location today in Jackson, Tennessee, which is the first location in the state.

Owned and operated by management and staffing expert Lisa Meyers, the office will serve the Jackson area and offer staffing solutions to businesses in all administrative, professional and healthcare trades along with some industrial trades. Meyers has a bachelor’s in business administration/management from Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky.

“My management experience in customer service, recruiting and sales creates a strong foundation for helping others fulfill their business needs and establish relationships for future business growth,” Meyers said. “I’ve also spent several years working in the staffing industry, and I’ve been able to identify what works and what doesn’t. Too often, staffing companies try to use a ‘one-size-fits-all mentality.’ NEXTAFF recognizes that each business and its needs are unique and should be treated that way. We’re able to build trust and foster a successful partnership with those we’re helping.”

NEXTAFF offers a proprietary recruiting method called X-FACTOR™, which combines hiring methodologies that are statistically proven to outperform what typical staffing agency competitors and HR departments traditionally do. This methodology, combined with a robust back-office support structure, allows a staffing franchise office many distinct advantages over someone looking to start their own staffing agency.

“NEXTAFF’s unique X-FACTOR™ method gives me the opportunity to fill a void in Jackson, which is in need of administrative and healthcare staffing solutions,” Meyers said. “We’re going to fill temporary positions, full-time positions, and direct hires by helping those industries identify, evaluate and acquire quality talent.”

Meyers has 18 years of experience in the management field, and eight of those have been spent working in the employment staffing industry. She’s involved in several local community programs, including the American Heart Association, Lexington Civic League and the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life.

“Lisa has such a drive and passion for helping others, both professionally and personally,” said Cary Daniel, co-founder and director at NEXTAFF. “Every client that walks into the Jackson staffing agency location is going to get 110 percent from her and her staff. Lisa’s devotion to seeing others succeed, combined with our X-FACTOR™ method, is going to positively impact the local workforce in a major way.”

About NEXTAFF

NEXTAFF helps companies identify, evaluate and acquire quality talent through our proprietary X-FACTOR™ model. Our comprehensive approach is designed to outperform a typical temp agency supplier model by up to 100 percent. Each temporary staffing office is locally owned and operated, which allows our clients to work directly with owners in hiring quality talent. As the franchise division of Malone Workforce Solutions, NEXTAFF offers a variety of custom solutions to industrial, administrative, professional, information technology and healthcare industries. NEXTAFF’s goal is to enable clients to concentrate on their core business activities while we identify, evaluate and acquire quality talent.

For more information about NEXTAFF’s services, visit https://www.nextaff.com/. Those interested in franchise opportunities can visit https://www.nextaff-franchise.com/.

1 04, 2019

BrightStar Care Franchise Owner Acquires Harmony Home Care

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-04-01T14:24:48-04:00April 1st, 2019|Tags: BrightStar Care, Harmony Home Care, home care and medical staffing franchise, home health care, medical and non-medical services|

Leading In-Home Care Franchisee Partners with Top Local Agency to Provide Higher Standard of Care in California

CHICAGO — BrightStar Care, the nation’s leading in-home care franchise, is igniting its growth strategy of targeting independent in-home care agencies that make viable candidates to convert to the BrightStar Care system. In the most recent development, a BrightStar Care franchisee acquired Sacramento’s Harmony Home Care, going into effect on Monday, April 1. BrightStar Care, whose higher standards of care are well known in the home care industry coast-to-coast, offers national resources, such as nurse-led care, skilled nursing and the same accreditation as the country’s best hospitals and nursing homes.

The Harmony Home Care acquisition is led by Sacramento BrightStar Care owner, Ignacio Cespedes. Cespedes, who was named BrightStar Care’s 2018 Franchisee of the Year, states, “With the growing need for care and the increasing shortage of caregivers, we found great synergy in incorporating the Harmony Home Care team to our business. We envision a future with continued organic growth as well as homecare industry consolidation.”

With the new ownership, BrightStar Care will maintain the same local commitment to high standards Harmony Home Care has demonstrated. The location will now reap the benefits of not only a strong local reputation, but a strong national reputation and standards as well. The community can rest assured that the transitions will be seamless for clients and employees, as the same care givers will remain in place for the same clients.

“It has been a pleasure to cooperate with BrightStar Care over the years and we feel confident that BrightStar will work tirelessly to maintain the same caring relationships that our customers and employees have enjoyed for the last six years,” said Patrick Philbrick and Jennifer Jarrett, co-owners of Harmony Home Care.

The acquisition comes on the heels of BrightStar Care’s impressive 2018 growth, including 15 signed franchise agreements and 14 location openings across 12 states.

Shelly Sun, Founder and CEO of BrightStar Care, stated “This deepens BrightStar’s commitment to Sacramento, combining one of our very best franchisees with the best of Harmony’s model. In addition, our national account partners, the biggest insurance companies, pharmacies, infusion services providers and third-party administrators in the country, now have new options for delivering care in the Golden State.”

BrightStar Care’s success has also been seen in recent award rankings, including Entrepreneur’s prestigious Franchise 500. The ninth consecutive year for BrightStar Care on the list, the brand came in at No. 184 this year. BrightStar Care was also ranked on Franchise Times’ Top 200 list. The brand also brought in the most number of Best of Home Care awards of any provider, including 23 locations earning the Leader in Excellence award, 105 locations earning the Provider of Choice award, and 102 offices earning the Employer of Choice award.

About BrightStar Care

Based in Chicago, BrightStar Care is a national private duty home care and medical staffing franchise with more than 330 locations which provide medical and non-medical services to clients within their homes, as well as supplemental care staff to corporate clients. BrightStar Care franchise locations across the country employ over 2,500 registered nurses who play a unique role in overseeing the care for each individual client. In addition, BrightStar Care is the only national home care franchise to receive The Joint Commission’s Enterprise Champion for Quality award every year since the award’s inception. The company’s agencies have earned more ‘Best of Home Care’ Awards than any other brand. In 2018, the company ranked No. 75 on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 list and was included for the fourth consecutive year on Forbes Magazine’s list of top franchise opportunities. For more information on BrightStar Care please visit www.brightstarcare.com; to find out more about BrightStar Care Franchising, visit www.franchise.brightstarcare.com.

28 03, 2019

TITLE Boxing Club Sells Out Manhattan with Franchise Agreement; Looks to Expand Throughout East Coast

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-03-28T16:30:01-04:00March 28th, 2019|Tags: boutique fitness studio, boxing and kickboxing fitness classes, boxing-inspired fitness club, TITLE Boxing Club, virtual fitness application, workout|

Strong Demand for Explosive, Total-Body Boxing/Kickboxing Classes Drives Franchise Growth

NEW YORK — TITLE Boxing Club, the nation’s leading boutique boxing fitness franchise with more than 190 clubs open across the United States, announced today it has sold the franchise rights for all of Manhattan to Michael Tosto, current multi-unit franchisee. Tosto owns three locations in Manhattan and will more than double the boxing franchise’s presence on the island with his new deal.

“New Yorkers resonate with genuineness, and that’s exactly what TITLE Boxing Club is all about,” said Tosto. “When I came to New York City, I wanted to build something great. We started building TITLE Boxing Club in the center of Manhattan nearly five years ago, and now is the right time to expand outward with one of the hardest workouts you’ll find in the city.”

Tosto opened his first location in Midtown West in June 2014. When he wasn’t teaching a class or training his staff, he was searching for his next club’s location. In May 2017, he opened TITLE Boxing Club’s second Manhattan location in Midtown East. Once both of those were extremely successful and he had a proof of concept to show landlords, he opened his third club in the Flatiron District in January 2019. In fact, two of Tosto’s three locations don gold and platinum bags, which are earned by hitting revenue milestones each year. His Midtown West club has four gold bags (2015-2018) and two platinum bags (2016-17), while the Midtown East club received a gold bag for its accomplishments in 2018.

As part of his newly-signed deal for the entire island, Tosto is currently looking for his next club location in Upper East Side, Upper West Side NoHo, SoHo and the Financial District.

“Michael has proved to be one of the most passionate and hardworking franchisees at TITLE Boxing Club, so we are proud he is looking to grow the brand in New York City,” said Susan Boresow, TITLE Boxing Club President. “Now, it’s all about duplicating that success with more locations throughout Manhattan. It’s an incredible opportunity for Michael, TITLE and New Yorkers looking for a great workout.”

With the global fitness and health club industry generating more than $80 billion in the United States annually, the entire East Coast remains hot for TITLE Boxing Club to continue its domestic expansion. The brand is looking for franchise partners particularly in other New York boroughs like Brooklyn and The Bronx, Long Island, south to Newark, NJ and its surrounding areas, and into Pennsylvania, strategically targeting Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. Momentum has largely been driven by the brand’s premium offerings of explosive, total-body boxing and kickboxing classes that energize, strengthen and challenge members.

Specifically, the franchise is anticipating five additional locations in Pittsburgh, 12 in Philadelphia, 10 more in New York and 10 throughout New Jersey.

Boresow said the brand’s franchise model provides entrepreneurs with tactical site selection, marketing, operations, as well as strong leadership support. She noted the franchise is ideal for entrepreneurs similar to Tosto – those passionate about health and fitness who have leadership experience and a desire to be an active member in their community.

“Our geographically-targeted growth model was created to provide an infrastructure to help grow and support our franchisees with the proper operations, marketing guidance and ongoing training needed to ensure their success,” said Boresow. “East Coast franchise operators also have the benefit of all-star franchisees like Michael Tosto in their backyard.”

Founded in 2008, TITLE Boxing Club started franchising in 2009 and has since exploded domestically and embarked on its international expansion this year. The development model aims to aid in the brand’s domestic expansion plans to open more than 50 clubs in 2019. TITLE is also anticipating major development globally, specifically in Mexico, Canada, Panama, Columbia, Dominican Republic, Australia, Japan, Brazil, South Africa, Columbia, Peru, Chile, Dubai and China.

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 addition, TITLE Boxing Club is No. 387 on Franchise Times Top 200 (Plus 300) list. To learn more about the fitness franchise opportunity, visit https://titleboxingclub.com/own-a-franchise/.

28 03, 2019

Challenge Island® Ranked one of the Fastest-Growing Franchises by Entrepreneur Magazine

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-03-28T16:22:06-04:00March 28th, 2019|Tags: Challenge Island, children's educational enrichment franchise, entrepreneur magazine, Girl Scout and Boy Scout badge workshops, home-based, STEM / STEAM afterschool enrichment classes|

ATLANTA — Challenge Island®, the #1 STEM / STEAM franchise in Entrepreneur 2019 Franchise 500®, was recently ranked in Entrepreneur‘s Fastest-Growing Franchises list. This highly competitive list recognizes the 150 companies with the greatest franchise unit growth in North America.

“We are incredibly honored to be ranked #98 on Entrepreneur’s 2019 Fastest Growing Franchises list, as well as #307 on Entrepreneur’s 2019 Franchise 500®. These accomplishments are testament to the strength of the brand, our fantastic franchisees, our unwavering support team, the epically exciting Challenge Island® franchise opportunity, and our company’s contagious mission to positively impact the lives of children across the country and the globe.”

Learn More About Challenge Island at www.challenge-island.com and https://franchise.challenge-island.com/

Founded and led by Sharon Duke Estroff, an award-winning educator, Penguin Random House parenting author, internationally syndicated parenting columnist, and education contributor for numerous national magazines including Scholastic Parent and Child, Good Housekeeping and Parents, Challenge Island® has over 90 franchises across the US and internationally. “Thanks to our spectacular growth and momentum,” says Estroff who is also the company’s CEO, “Challenge Island® is on course to have touched the lives over 1 million children by 2020.”

“Franchising trends are always changing, and our ranking of the fastest-growing franchises offers crisp insight into what’s hot right now,” says Jason Feifer, Entrepreneur’s editor in chief. “And through this list, we’re also able to see the strategies that help newer brands ramp up quickly and that enable older ones to maintain their momentum.”

Entrepreneur’s 2019 Fastest-Growing Franchises ranking is based on each company’s net franchise-unit growth in the U.S. and Canada from July 31, 2017 to July 31, 2018. Challenge Island’s position on the ranking demonstrates the brand’s rising popularity with both franchisees and customers.

To view Challenge Island in the full ranking, visit entrepreneur.com/franchises/fastestgrowing. Results can also be seen in the March issue of Entrepreneur, available now on newsstands.

About Challenge Island®

Challenge Island® is a home-based/mobile children’s educational enrichment franchise. Franchisees run STEM / STEAM afterschool enrichment classes, in-school field trips, camps, Girl Scout and Boy Scout badge workshops, as well as Challenge Island Junior™ and Challenge Island Senior™ programming in preschools and senior living communities.

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