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December 2022 Articles
Departments
The Stanwood Group: Helping Small Businesses Franchise Affordably
Many small-business owners dream of someday franchising their business, whether it be a fast-casual restaurant, fitness studio, home service or any of the hundreds of kinds of establishments across the country. By Patty Horansky
Island Fin Poké: Hawaiian-style Eatery Is All About ‘Ohana
When Jeff Bryant Sr. and his two sons, Jeff Jr. and Justin, were looking to buy a franchise, they wanted a new fresh-food option for their Clarksville, Tennessee, community and a way to work together. By Patty Horansky
Paisano’s: Shah & Bhopal: The Dream Team
As the saying goes, “teamwork makes the dream work.” In the case of Neil Shah and Rizwan Bhopal’s business partnership, the old adage couldn’t be any truer. By Tamara Rahoumi
Sheenco Travel: A Life of Luxury
For most of her career, Genevieve Sheehan of County Cork, Ireland, sold travel packages to vacationers who wanted to experience the beauty, history and traditions of Ireland. By Patty Horansky
TheOfficeSquad: Providing a Future for Veterans
When TheOfficeSquad Founder Dida Clifton transitioned out of her time in the military into civilian life, she struggled to find a new career that suited her. “I exited the service and became a military spouse,” recalled Clifton. “So I went from active duty to nothing.” That is often the case when veterans try to readjust after many years of demanding military service. By Kelsi Trinidad
FranServe, Inc.: Changing the Franchise Landscape for Over 10 Years
Since 2012, FranServe, Inc. has been making business ownership dreams come true through franchising. As the world’s largest franchise consulting and expansion organization, FranServe is committed to helping exceptional, Certified Franchise Consultants (CFC) change the lives of people through franchise ownership. By Brianna Bohn
1-800 Water Damage: In-depth Information
As a senior national franchise recruiter for 1-800 WATER DAMAGE, Steven Olson helps potential franchisees explore all that the brand has to offer. He recently discussed the opportunities available with the property-restoration franchise. By Lizzy Yeserski
Mosquito Mary’s: Caring for the Community
Founded in 2018, Mosquito Mary’s began franchising in 2021 and has had a steady growth pattern, with 52 franchises currently operating. The brand’s concentrated blend of essential oils and plant extracts is designed to kill bugs on contact and repel future insects, allowing customers to enjoy the outdoors again. By Nancy E. Williams
Introducing the 100 Game Changers 2022
We were thrilled again this year with the outstanding submissions from our readers and fans as they nominated their favorite 100 Game Changers for 2022. By Rose Mango, Publisher/Chief Editor
Features
Salty Dawg Pet Salon: Pampered Pups: A Salon Experience
Salty Dawg Pet Salon Co-founders John Kanski and Winn Claybaugh are no strangers to providing a client-first salon experience. Both have deep roots in Paul Mitchell School franchising and are veterans of the cosmetology industry. By Kelsi Trinidad
HomeVestors: When Training Is Your Best Investment
For the past 10 years, Ronny Vann has been a development agent and operations trainer at HomeVestors® of America. He is one of HomeVestors’ elite “secret weapons,” specializing in preparing the brand’s newest franchisees for success in a business that must continually adapt to its changing market. By Heidi Lubrani
Maple Bear USA: Poised for U.S. Expansion and Growth
Maple Bear Global Schools is widely known as a Canadian education system that offers bilingual educational services to students around the world. Its global reach has expanded to 35 countries and more than 500 schools. By Jennifer Callender
Hawaii Fluid Art: Franchisees Bring Joy Every Day
When patrons enter Hawaii Fluid Art, they are immersed in a dazzling art gallery and studio space filled with colorful wall art, handmade goods and the opportunity to create something spectacular. By Elice Morgenson
Hofbräuhaus of America: Backed by Over 400 Years of History
Celina Rieger Horsley, marketing consultant for Hofbräuhaus of America, recently shared Hofbräuhaus’ 400-year history and its importance to the renowned brand. By Cindy Charette
Grand Welcome: Combining a Large Network With a Boutique Experience
Grand Welcome is a brand built from a genuine love of travel. In 2009, Founder and CEO Brandon Ezra followed his love of the outdoors into an enticing investment opportunity owning a handful of condominiums in the Mammoth Lakes, California, area. He quickly grew that investment to a national short-term rental company. By Kelsi Trinidad
Caring Senior Service: Top-notch Training and Support
According to Kimberly Johnson-Searcy, director of learning and development for Caring Senior Service, once a franchisee signs the franchise agreement, they can open in as few as 60 days, depending on state licensure. By Cindy Charette
Bitbox ATM: A Revolutionary Investment
According to Joel Carlsen, national sales director of Bitbox ATM, “Blockchain, which is the underlying technology behind bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, is now the fastest growing adopted technology in the history of the world – faster than mobile phones and faster than the internet.” By Cindy Charette
Paul Davis Restoration: The Trusted Professionals
When faced with the stresses of property damage, the last thing you want to worry about is how to locate a qualified person to do the work. Paul Davis Restoration, a leader in property damage restoration in the U.S. and Canada, brings over 50 years of trusted experience in a multi-billion-dollar industry that is in growing demand. By Elice Morgenson
Assisting Hands Home Care: Happy at Home and Winning Awards
As a home-care franchise company, Assisting Hands Home Care® relies on impeccable customer service and completely personalized in-home care to meet the needs of beloved clients and their families. By Lizzy Yeserski
Aussie Pet Mobile: It Takes a Good Groomer to Know One
Since 1996, the Aussie Pet Mobile franchise has offered a convenient, affordable, and reliable full-service grooming experience. Julia Krauss, owner of the Davidson, North Carolina, Aussie Pet Mobile location, was drawn to the brand’s many strengths, including the convenient mobile model. By Nancy E. Williams
Mr. Transmission / Milex: Lead With Trust
When it comes to servicing a vehicle, most car owners would be able to attest to the stress that often comes with the process. Whether it’s a lack of transparent costs or unreliability in services, auto repairs and window tinting can be a complicated process to navigate without a reasonable level of savvy. By Tamara Rahoumi
Regimen: Revitalizing the Hair-care Services Industry
While Lubbock, Texas, is known for its hard-working farmers and close-knit community, nestled in this charming town is REGIMEN™, one of the country’s most premier luxury salons for men. By Brianna Bohn
Global Financial Training Program: Educating Entrepreneurs
As a premier training program in the commercial-lending industry, Global Financial Training Program provides all of the necessary tools, including comprehensive training, for those wanting to be successful financial brokers. By Tamara Rahoumi
MindChamps International Preschool: A Lifelong Educational Approach
More than two decades ago, MindChamps, a leading global early learning education provider, recognized the importance of developing an education system that would prepare children for the demands of a rapidly changing world. By Elice Morgenson
Southpaw Gym: Life Lessons
“Our brand is our culture. I’ve run into a lot of people in my time that have gone to different gyms, and then they come to train with me,” explained Vic Lashley, co-founder of Southpaw Gym. By Elice Morgenson
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Shop Talk
Legal: FDD Hero
It’s that time again, when most franchisors start to think about updating their Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) for next year. Around the time this article gets published in early December, if you are a franchisor client of ours, you should be receiving your first “FDD Renewal Reminder” email. By Tom Spadea
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How to Level Up Your Franchise
They key to franchise success? Happy, profitable, engaged franchisees. When your franchisees are happy and profitable, they’re better ambassadors for your brand, and your system will thrive and grow. By Angela Coté
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It’s Your Turn to Change
As the new year turns the corner, there is an opportunity for you to take control of what happens. We cannot predict what changes around us, but we can be proactive to make the future look more like the vision we have for ourselves. By Dawn Abbamondi
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Alternative Funding in a Changed World
In the past two years, the world has changed in ways it never has before. COVID-19 changed many perceptions of what work and life balance should be. Many people have realized that they are tired of being a “hamster on a wheel,” working for a large corporation or a private company. By Chris Fuller
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The Thing About Pizza and Branding
Tell me about it, and I might be able to guess where you grew up. Your taste in pizza will give you away if you grew up in or around places like Chicago, Detroit, Boston or New York. By Jack Monson
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Is it True?
Franchises are expensive. Franchises are just for fast food and retail. Franchise owners aren’t really business owners. You can’t be creative if you own a franchise. Anyone can buy a franchise if they have the money to invest. By Don Clayton
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Reaching Your Full Potential
Tune into Franchise Business Radio to get insight from Steve Cesari, multi-business owner, Inc. Magazine’s nominee for Entrepreneur of the Year, author, speaker and founder of the Cesari Companies.
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The Final ABCs of Franchise Relationships
Hi all. We’re down to the final five of the Alphabet of Sales. I’ve had a great time sharing these tips and realize that each letter stands for many good sales tips. Whether you use these sales tips or others, have a great time in sales. That’s what it’s all about. FUN! By Nancy Friedman