Tatyana Stemkovski, Author at Franchise Dictionary Magazine

3 02, 2023

Chef-Inspired U.S. Brand to Exhibit at Gulfood Show: Russo’s New York Pizzeria Set on Franchise Middle East Expansion

Tatyana Stemkovski2023-02-03T10:16:42-05:00February 3rd, 2023|Tags: authentic Italian food dishes, fast-casual New York-style pizza, fast-casual restaurant franchise, Russo's New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen|

Classic New York Pizzeria and Upscale Coal-Fired Italian Kitchen Pizza Franchise Concepts Target UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Turkey, Africa and Egypt for Expansion.

HOUSTON — Chef Anthony Russo, the creative culinary mind, founder and CEO of chef-driven concepts Russo’s New York Pizzeria and Russo’s Coal-Fired Italian Kitchen, is attending the Gulfood Show AL Mustaqbal plaza HP-J14 Pavilion upon announcing a growth strategy to expand both brands’ international footprint across the Middle East, specifically targeting the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Turkey, Africa, and Egypt.

This bold growth phase is reflective of the brands’ ever-growing presence in the region, with locations already in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar. the Russo’s New York Pizzeria already in the market. The brand plans to add 30 franchise locations to the Middle East region in the next five years.

As part of this effort, Chef Anthony Russo will be meeting with interested and qualified investors while at the Gulfood 2023 food show the event will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre and runs February 20 – 24 booth location AL Mustaqbal Plaza HP – J14 Pavilion

Additionally, Chef Anthony Russo will be hosting a Discovery Day from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. February 25 at Nakheel Mall 447Q location. Prospective franchisees are welcome to sample Russo’s Italian cuisines and authentic, New York-style pizza while touring the restaurant’s old-world charm, modern design and innovative hospitality. Interested guests will need to RSVP for this event by emailing anthony@nypizzeria.com

“When it comes to increasing our global presence, expansion in the Middle East is quickly heating up,” said Russo, who has 40 years of culinary expertise featuring fresh, homemade Italian cuisine using family recipes since 1978. “We’ve seen incredible development in the UAE and Saudi Arabia thus far, but the demand for family-friendly, Italian dining continues to grow. Russo’s is dominating the classic pizza and Italian scene and we’re thrilled to award more international business teams an opportunity to be a part of this exciting franchise growth.”

Menu innovation has been at the heart of the Russo’s Restaurants brands for more than 32 years, blending generations of the Russo’s family Italian recipes. Through Chef Anthony’s handpicked ingredients and a commitment to research and development, the brands have continued to stay ahead of culinary trends. A prime example is the restaurants’ full line of gluten-free pizzas and pastas – a sincere response to the request for great-tasting, gluten-free menu selections from health-conscious families and thousands living with Celiac disease, worldwide. Also, since the company has gone international, local flavors of the Middle East can be found in many of the recipes, connecting the local culture to authentic New York style pizza and classic Italian cuisine.

Russo’s Restaurants offers a rare franchise opportunity for entrepreneurs interested in proven brands that are entirely chef driven. Beyond consumer convenience, Russo’s is leading the Italian dining category by creating a business model that offers:

A smaller footprint (1,200-4,000 sq. ft.) for Delivery outlet to full service
A low-cost entry into the restaurant business with an initial investment starting around $395,000 in select markets
Average food costs and labor costs are 21.8% and 25.4% respectively*
Average sales volume per unit is $1,1 million*

To learn more about Russo’s franchise development opportunities, visit
https://russosfranchise.com.

* These figures represent the average restaurant revenue of six (6) U.S. domestic Company-operated Russo’s New York Pizzeria locations of various designs and sizes for fiscal year ending December 31, 2021, along with average Food Costs and Net Income for the seven (7) U.S. domestic Company-operated Russo’s New York Pizzeria outlets only. Actual results could vary substantially from unit to unit and Franchisor cannot estimate the results of any franchise.

About Russo’s Restaurants
Russo’s Restaurants is a national and international franchisor of the fast casual and casual dining brands Russo’s New York Pizzeria and Russo’s Coal-Fired Italian Kitchen. Based in Houston, Russo’s Restaurants is composed of a mix of corporate and franchised locations across Texas, Oklahoma, California, and Florida. Russo’s has entered international markets as well, with locations in Dubai, Qatar, Saudi Arabia in the United Arab Emirates. Chef Anthony Russo created Russo’s Restaurants by applying his unique, family recipes featuring New York-style pizza, and by developing a broad variety of handcrafted pasta dishes, calzones, salads, sandwiches, soups and desserts. At its heart, Russo’s Restaurants reflects Chef Anthony’s commitment to his New York roots where food and family come first. To learn more about Russo’s franchise development opportunities in the Middle East, visit www.russosfranchise.com.

3 02, 2023

redbox+ Dumpsters Market Resiliency Positions Brand for Growth in 2023

Tatyana Stemkovski2023-02-03T10:08:05-05:00February 3rd, 2023|Tags: BELFOR Franchise Group, portable toilet, redbox+ Dumpsters, residential and commercial services, roll-off dumpster container, waste removal industry|

Roll-off Dumpster Rental Business Maintains Strong Retention Rate Earning Several Franchise Industry Accolades.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Since its inception, redbox+ Dumpsters has become the answer to the construction, renovation, and restoration industries’ woes on how to keep job sites clean and efficient. While it also offers traditional roll-off dumpsters, the company is best known for its patented combination portable toilet and roll-off dumpster container that brings added convenience and efficiency to any job site.

The past 12 months have led to strong performance for redbox+ Dumpsters due to the increased demand for home renovations in the construction segment, coupled with the brand’s promise to deliver its innovative roll-off dumpsters on time. The company closed out 2022 with upwards of 300 franchise territories and more than 80 franchisees across the country. In addition, it has continued to hold a 90 percent retention rate with contract partners and its position as a market differentiator in an economically resilient sector. In 2023, redbox+ Dumpsters is expecting another year of double-digit unit growth by adding individuals to the franchise system who have a desire to be a part of the brand’s upward growth trajectory, be independent and are dedicated to providing the highest level of customer service.

Starting 2023 off strong, redbox+ Dumpsters has been recognized as number one in its category and in the top half of Entrepreneur Magazine’s ‘Franchise 500’ list. Within the past year, the brand was also placed on Franchise Dictionary Magazine’s annual list of the “Top 100 Game Changers”. After reviewing hundreds of entries, Franchise Dictionary Magazine’s editorial team selected redbox+ Dumpsters as a brand that has changed the game, further proving its innovative product line has positioned the brand as a disruptor in its segment.

Additionally, much of redbox+ Dumpsters’ expansion in recent years can be attributed to being acquired by BELFOR Franchise Group, a family of 13 industry-leading residential and commercial service brands owned by the worldwide restoration leader BELFOR Property Restoration. The relationship has brought redbox+ Dumpsters franchise owners tangible benefits and further solidified the brand as one of the most trusted names in the business. This has allowed entrepreneurs to build successful businesses in their local community as a result of BELFOR’s built-in expansive knowledge, operational expertise, and ecosystem of connections in the service industry. So far, the home office team has added three new regional business coaches and a marketing coordinator to support franchisees as the brand scales toward a national footprint.

“We are extremely excited about the growth we’ve seen in the past few years and the growth we see ahead of us,” said Rusty Amarante, president of redbox+ Dumpsters. “A turnkey business model combined with an innovative concept like ours sets franchisees up for success. It’s incredible to see how we are making a positive impact on people’s lives by giving them the opportunity to build a successful business in their communities.”

About redbox+ Dumpsters

redbox+ Dumpsters is continuing to expand with qualified candidates who have a passion for owning their own business, are committed to following a proven business model, and want to be part of the redbox+ Dumpsters culture focused on customer care.

To learn more about the redbox+ Dumpsters franchise opportunity, visit www.redboxplus.com/franchising/.

3 02, 2023

The Patch Boys Celebrates Successful 2022 and Charges into the New Year with Plans for Expansion

Tatyana Stemkovski2023-02-03T09:59:13-05:00February 3rd, 2023|Tags: drywall repair franchise, home repair franchise, repair drywall damage, The Patch Boys|

Nationally Recognized Drywall Repair Expert Brand Named Number 1 in its Category on Entrepreneur ‘Franchise 500’ List.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Over the last decade, The Patch Boys has become the go-to residential drywall and ceiling repair company for homeowners across the country. Today, the brand is continuing to drive its national development efforts and is entering 2023 after an impressive year of growth.

In 2022 alone, the company added more than 120 locations to their national footprint. With this momentum, The Patch Boys is touting 10 years of consecutive same store sales growth. The brand continues to thrive in the lucrative home improvement industry, as The Patch Boys finished 2022 and celebrated the new year with over 300 locations open across the country.

“We’re the experts in drywall repair and as a young, energetic brand, we face little competition,” says Ted Speers, Brand President of The Patch Boys. “The Patch Boys has spent the last several years proving our business model works for our franchisees, and we have a large group of enthusiastic owners who operate businesses that thrive in the home improvement industry. Drywall repair is a science and an art, and our brand is committed to a level of professionalism and customer service that is expected by consumers. This is a winning opportunity for eager entrepreneurs who are ready to own a business designed for growth.”

A significant attribution to The Patch Boys growth is that the company was recently recognized in Entrepreneur Magazine’s “Franchise 500” highly competitive list. In 2023, The Patch Boys ranked number one in the Drywall Repair category for its outstanding performance unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power. Similarly, the brand was recently named a “Top 200 Franchise” by Franchise Business Review for its high franchisee satisfaction rates systemwide.

The Patch Boys success in 2022 was driven by the brand’s continued emphasis on providing quality training to new franchisees, hiring additional support and adding technology-driven resources that support its scaling business model. The company plans to maintain its rate of growth throughout 2023 by entering prime markets across the United States. Aspiring entrepreneurs in Milwaukee, WI, Fairfax, VA, Sacramento, CA and a multitude of other cities across the country are well-positioned to join The Patch Boys family and bring top-quality home repair and customer care to their communities.

The Patch Boys address the everyday wear and tear that larger construction companies do not handle. Homeowners who work with The Patch Boys also benefit from free, no-obligation estimates either onsite or virtually. The world-class training and ongoing business coaching from in-house experts allows The Patch Boys to welcome franchisees that have no experience at all and those with a wide range of business or trades related experience.

About The Patch Boys

The Patch Boys remain one of the fastest growing home services companies in the United States due in large part to its connection to BELFOR Franchise group. This family of 13 industry-leading residential service franchise concepts owned by BELFOR Property Restoration provides the support and national recognition that has helped make The Patch Boys a household name that is one of the most trusted in the business. The cross-organizational relationships within BELFOR Franchise Group provide local owners opportunities to benefit from sister-brand referrals, operational expertise and expansive partnerships with a variety of service-based businesses.

To learn more about The Patch Boys franchise opportunity, https://thepatchboysfranchise.com/.

2 02, 2023

Home Franchise Concepts Achieves Major Milestones in 2022 and Looks Ahead to a Successful 2023

Tatyana Stemkovski2023-02-02T14:20:48-05:00February 2nd, 2023|Tags: franchising systems, Home Franchise Concepts, home improvement goods and services|

Leading Home Franchisor Increases Sales Revenue Across All Brands and Plans for Expansion.

IRVINE, Calif. — Home Franchise Concepts, a subsidiary of JM Family Enterprises, announced today that they achieved significant success in 2022, surpassing year-over-year sales revenue across its entire brand portfolio. The company celebrated 198 new territories sold with an additional 103 resales and transfers in 2022 alone across its family of brands, Aussie Pet Mobile, Bath Tune-Up, Budget Blinds, Concrete Craft, Kitchen Tune-Up, The Tailored Closet, PremierGarage, and Two Maids. The home services leader also added 169 territories to its franchise footprint in 2022 across all brands including new openings in Orange County, CA (Kitchen Tune-Up), Pensacola, FL and Palm Springs, CA (Bath Tune-Up), Bend, OR (Tailored Living), Shreveport, showing little sign of slowdown in 2023 and beyond.

The solid number of new territories, which includes Kitchen Tune-Up and Bath Tune-Up’s international expansion into Canada, and units sold systemwide, caps a year filled with success and have helped to position the brand for a profitable, successful year ahead. Across the franchise system, Home Franchise Concepts’ brands serviced hundreds of thousands of customers in 2022, with a significant increase projected for 2023 as customers continue to put their trust in the high-quality performance of the brand’s portfolio of franchises.

“The elevated revenue and expanded brand reach across the U.S. positions Home Franchise Concepts as a leader in the home service segment and our team is constantly striving for newer, bigger goals as our robust franchise network continues to push us forward,” Jonathan Thiessen, Chief Development Officer of Home Franchise Concepts. “Across our entire portfolio of home brands, Home Franchise Concepts recognizes the core of our ongoing success is our team. Focusing on top-of-the-line training is one of the many ways our team prioritizes supporting franchisee owners to become profitable quickly and confidently. Franchise owners also have the unique opportunity to own multiple complimentary Home Franchise Concepts brands, allowing them to grow within our network and reap the benefits of overall brand success.”

Building on the momentum of last year, the company is projected to hit $1.5B in sales in 2023 with goals of 220 new deals signed before year’s end. Home Franchise Concepts plans to continue expanding its franchise footprint across multiple brands nationwide, targeting new territories in the United States and Canada with California being a major focal point for growth companywide.

To learn more about Home Franchise Concepts and franchise development opportunities, visit https://www.homefranchiseconcepts.com/.

About JM Family Enterprises
JM Family Enterprises, Inc. was founded by automotive legend, Jim Moran in 1968. It is a privately held company with $18 billion in revenue and more than 5,000 associates. Rooted in automotive and united in its strong culture and core values, JM Family is in the business of helping other businesses succeed. As a long-term partner, it is invested in its companies, associates and its communities. Driven by exceptional performance, current subsidiaries are in the automotive, financial services, franchising and specialty distribution industries. Its family of companies includes: Southeast Toyota Distributors, JM&A Group, World Omni Financial Corp. (dba Southeast Toyota Finance), JM Lexus, Home Franchise Concepts^®, Futura Title & Escrow and Rollease Acmeda.

About Home Franchise Concepts

Home Franchise Concepts is one of the world’s largest franchising systems in the home improvement goods and services space and among the world’s largest franchise businesses. Home Franchise Concepts’ brands, including Aussie Pet Mobile, Budget Blinds®, The Tailored Closet™, PremierGarage, Concrete Craft®, AdvantaClean®, Two Maids™, Kitchen Tune-Up® and Bath Tune-Up™ are consistently rated at the top of their categories and supported by more than 2,100 franchise territories in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

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