People of all ages rely on mobility equipment to navigate their everyday challenges in life. According to Science Daily, in the older adult population alone, more than 36% rely on a cane, walker, wheelchair or scooter, and more than 9% rely on multiple mobility devices. By Brianna Bohn
When guests walk into a Hawaii Fluid Art location, they’re transported somewhere magical. The franchise’s black walls are donned with vibrant artwork. There are plush couches surrounded by potted plants and tables displaying handmade jewelry. By Brianna Bohn
They call it the “silver tsunami,” a metaphor to describe the unprecedented increase in the nation’s aging population. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, by 2030, 20% of all Americans will be 65 and over. By Lizzy Yeserski
“With 1Heart Caregiver Services, you can be exactly where you want to be!” That’s the message for franchisees from Dylan Sambuceti, director of franchise sales and development, referencing 1Heart’s growth trajectory and current availability of territories. By Lizzy Yeserski
Eric Myers, founder and CEO of Junk Junk Baby, prides himself on taking care of others. In addition to offering commercial and residential junk removal services, Myers has created a community give-back program that works closely with local housing authorities to help those in need. By Cindy Charette
If you were to ask anybody to explain what Southpaw Gym does, they would say that it helps, transforms and builds. Co-founded by Vic and Stephanie Lashley, the New Jersey-based combat gym is a staple in the communities it serves, teaching boxing and mixed martial arts. By Brianna Bohn
Paul Davis Restoration is a company that often meets customers in their time of desperate need. Whether it’s a leak that has destroyed a homeowner’s flooring and ceiling, a stove fire or even the aftermath of a natural disaster, Paul Davis Restoration restores homes to their former glory. By Kelsi Trinidad
For over 20 years, BrightStar Care® has been providing families with medical and nonmedical care to help them live their best lives, and it has offered medical staffing solutions to businesses. By Nancy E. Williams
Franchising is special in the ways leaders, on both sides of the brand – from franchisee to founder – give back to their communities. This is one of the truly special things that I love about franchising. By Dawn Abbamondi
Tyler Sanchez is no stranger to the solar industry. He started working in the industry a decade ago, and when he heard his former coworkers, Keith Murphy, founder of Astrawatt Solar, and Tyler Tucker, co-owner and chief development officer of Astrawatt Solar, started a solar business, he decided to join their company. By Elice Morgenson