A female-founded, in-home care agency that helps meet the health-care needs of senior citizens and other adults, 1Heart Caregiver Services is poised for growth and expansion. By Brianna Bohn
As a businesswoman and educator, Magi Kapllani understands the importance of dreaming big. Kapllani, CEO and founder of DEA Music & Art, started out by offering performing arts lessons in her living room. Once her roster expanded, she knew she could have an even greater impact on children in her community. By Brianna Bohn
Ninety percent of beauty salons are owned by women, according to the National Women’s Beauty Council Annual Report, and Lemon Tree Hair Salons makes it very clear as to why the hair care services industry is such a rewarding business for all, especially women. By Brianna Bohn
It’s no secret that women make great business leaders. And while the number of women in leadership positions is on the rise, the truth is there’s still work to be done in many industries for women to get ahead. Franchising, however, is one area where women can shift that balance. By Anne Huntington Sharma
Linda Chadwick, president and CEO of Rita’s Italian Ice, has been in the franchise industry for over 30 years. What started as a team member position years ago, working on a sandwich board for Burger King, resulted in a love of the industry and so much more. By Cindy Charette
An innovative businesswoman with an ambitious culinary passion, Debbie Roxarzade has been a leader in the restaurant industry for more than two decades. By Jessica Jones
After being a homemaker for over 20 years, Cathy Kidd earned an accounting degree at the age of 47 and worked in small-business accounting. Shortly after, she attended Veteran Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship (V-WISE), and the seed was planted to start her own business in Birmingham, Alabama. By Nancy E. Williams
Whether you are 28, 42 or 56, if you are considering a franchise now, choose with intent. If you are looking to provide a service that is not available in your market, you may choose to offer solutions to a specific and targeted age: young adults, working parents, or those in the sandwich generation – still raising their kids but helping to care for their aging mom or dad. By Dawn Abbamondi
With today’s health concerns and economy, older adults are choosing to live in their homes. Golden Heart Senior Care is a full-service, in-home care agency that provides much-needed support to seniors and meets their needs from within their homes. By Rose Mango
Early in his career, Larry Salice was told he was a natural-born salesman. He has the gift of the gab and instinctively knew he could have a bright future in sales. “I was looking for a business where I could be in control of my career…” said Salice. By Elice Morgenson