Features January 2026

31 12, 2025

FranServe, Inc.: Confidence, Core Values & Growth

2025-12-31T21:39:53-05:00December 31st, 2025|Tags: , , |

For a second year in a row, FranServe, Inc., the world’s largest franchise consulting organization, has made it onto the annual Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private businesses in America. Alesia Visconti, FranServe’s CEO and President, attended the awards ceremony and black-tie gala, proudly representing the company. She was asked about her experience at the event and how FranServe achieved this recognition once again. By Nancy E. Williams

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31 12, 2025

HomeVestors: Leadership with Purpose: Joshua Waltzer’s Vision

2025-12-31T21:33:09-05:00December 31st, 2025|Tags: , , |

When Joshua L. Waltzer stepped into the role of CEO at HomeVestors®, he brought with him a clear focus: to help franchisees thrive through stronger systems, smarter tools and a renewed commitment to trust. With a career spanning financial and real estate services, including time as head of residential bridge lending at Silver Hill Capital, Waltzer understands what it takes to balance analytics with human connection. By Tamara Rahoumi

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31 12, 2025

Home Helpers Home Care: From Crisis to Comfort

2025-12-31T21:13:02-05:00December 31st, 2025|Tags: , , |

After two decades in residential real estate, Hilary and Greg Eldridge were ready for a new chapter – one that would allow them to help people while making a deeper impact in their Chicago hometown. Hilary’s personal experience caring for her father, who developed Parkinson’s disease in his 80s, inspired their career shift. By Jessica Petrucelli

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26 12, 2025

That 1 Painter: The Benefits of a Collaborative Team Structure

2025-12-26T12:32:33-05:00December 26th, 2025|Tags: , , , |

Equipping franchisees to succeed is a primary goal for That 1 Painter. To continuously deliver top-tier craftsmanship and superior customer service, coaching is built into the company’s franchise model and complemented by structured business planning and shared learning. By Erika Ortega

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