Departments May 2020

1 05, 2020

My Eyelab gives former marketing professional new vision

2020-05-01T14:26:28-04:00May 1st, 2020|Tags: , , , |

When Yousuf Ali sought out a business opportunity, the marketing professional knew what he didn’t want. He wasn’t interested in a food franchise, and he wasn’t too keen on staying in the marketing field. He was drawn to becoming his own boss in the retail sector. By Rochelle Miller

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1 05, 2020

Boxing, Balancing & the Best of Both Worlds

2020-05-01T14:30:03-04:00May 1st, 2020|Tags: , , , |

Marie Miller initially joined Jabz Boxing as a client – to relieve the stress of an unfulfilling sales career. After becoming engaged to now-husband Brant Miller, she became even more serious about her workout, determined to be as trim as possible for her wedding. Jabz Boxing helped her reach both goals, attaining greater well-being and fitness. By Cindy Charette

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1 05, 2020

Q&A: Interview with Sharon Duke Estroff

2020-05-01T14:47:36-04:00May 1st, 2020|Tags: , , , |

Sharon Duke Estroff used her education roots to develop a successful franchise, Challenge Island. The former teacher gave us some insight into her journey from the classroom to entrepreneurial success – and how she is sharing that dream with franchise owners. By Rochelle Miller

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1 05, 2020

Prospering in ‘Ruff’ Times: K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel

2020-05-01T14:43:26-04:00May 1st, 2020|Tags: , , |

K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel is an internationally known organization providing unparalleled cage-free care and pampering for pets. Co-founders and CEOs Steven and Jason Parker employed the same entrepreneurial skill and focus that helped build the multi-award-winning business to overcome challenges during the coronavirus pandemic. By Rose Mango

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1 05, 2020

Pets are a big part of the Mr. Transmission and Milex Complete Auto Care family

2020-05-01T14:58:49-04:00May 1st, 2020|Tags: , , , , |

With 30 years of experience and more than 100 units in operation, it would be easy to think Mr. Transmission and Milex Complete Auto Care franchise brands would be too focused on business to think about pets. By Nancy E. Williams

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1 05, 2020

A Commitment to Customers – and Their Pets – Results in Strong Loyalty

2020-05-01T15:01:35-04:00May 1st, 2020|Tags: , , , |

As social distancing became the new norm, Wag N’ Wash in Lakeville, Minnesota, not only offered curbside pickup for customers – but also a big furry surprise. Customers received their orders courtesy of the Easter Bunny! By Rochelle Miller

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1 05, 2020

Your New Pet Project

2020-05-01T15:08:19-04:00May 1st, 2020|Tags: , , , , , |

For the last several years, pet-related franchise brands have increased, showing up on top-ranking reports – anywhere from new brands emerging and joining the market, to those brands that have grown faster than others. Pet franchise brands offer great business opportunities. By Dawn Abbamondi

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