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Pet Butler: Uniting Over a Love for Animals
Susan Curtis and her daughter, Shannon Spinney, have always been close, but their investment in a Pet Butler® franchise in Franklin, Tennessee, in 2020 further solidified their relationship. By Patty Horansky
Best Option Restoration: Growth in Leadership
Best Option Restoration, a leading structure remediation concept, is promoting its first franchisee to company president. When Nick-Anthony Zamucen founded Best Option Restoration in 2016, he established a leading structure remediation concept that has since helped thousands of homeowners and businesses recover from damage caused by mold, sewage, fire, smoke, water or storms. By Jessica Petrucelli
Assisting Hands Home Care: Building a Business With a Heart
Brett Sanders, a former CPA and financial consultant, was eager to find a more meaningful career path. His search led him to Assisting Hands® Home Care, a home care company that would allow him to combine his entrepreneurial desires with his genuine passion for helping others. By Shelby Green
Paint Corps: A Productive & Fulfilling Day
When considering franchise opportunities, it’s always helpful to understand how a franchisee spends their typical workday. PAINT CORPS™ is a home-based, veteran-run residential and commercial painting franchise. A PAINT CORPS franchise typically starts out with the owner managing the day-to-day business, with plans to hire a project manager or salesperson as the business develops. By Nancy E. Williams
FranServe: Goal Getters
It was New Year’s Eve 2016 when Jack and Jill Johnson decided to quit their jobs and venture into the world of franchise consulting. By Jessica Petrucelli
FranServe: BRAVO
Congratulations to the outstanding franchise consultants featured in Franchise Dictionary Magazine in 2024! Your incredible achievements and unwavering commitment to the franchise industry have made a lasting impact. Through your expertise and dedication, you’ve empowered countless entrepreneurs to realize their dreams of business ownership.
Abbamondi: A Great Opportunity
My New Year’s wish for you: May the next generation be grateful for the time and energy you invested to help them create wealth through your franchise. By Dawn Abbamondi
Naturals2Go: Snack Better: Redefining the Vending Business Landscape
One of the greatest benefits of fast food is that it provides convenient, quick meals for busy people, but it comes at the cost of health to the customer. Many fast food options fail to offer nutritious choices that adequately support people’s active, fast-paced lifestyles. Naturals2Go provides a healthy alternative for people looking for both nutritious and convenient food options. By Kelsi Trinidad
GLO30: Revolutionize Your Wellness Business
In the ever-evolving landscape of the wellness industry, GLO30 stands out as a prime opportunity to break into the space. The skincare market has experienced explosive growth in recent years, driven by a growing awareness of skincare’s importance, increased disposable income and the rise of social media influencers. As a revolutionary skincare studio, GLO30 is redefining the industry by bridging the gap between traditional spas and invasive med spas to offer clients an innovative and unique approach to health and wellness. By Shelby Green
Just Play Sports: A Slam Dunk Opportunity: Premier Basketball Training Facility Opens its Doors to Franchisees
When Larry Wilkins started Just Play Sports in 1996, he wanted to make a difference in his community. As a coach, he had witnessed how sports can shape children’s lives, teaching essential life skills, like teamwork, responsibility and leadership. Initially, he ran programs through community centers and schools. Soon, one location grew to 22, and Wilkins realized the next necessary step: to open brick-and-mortar facilities to impact even more children. By Brianna Bohn
Home Helpers Home Care: Making an Impact
For over 27 years, Home Helpers® Home Care has provided quality in-home personal and companion care to seniors and others. In a booming market, the brand sets itself apart by providing customized, personal care, allowing clients to age and recuperate with dignity and independence. By Kelsi Trinidad
INFINITY: Empowering With Education
INFINITY, beyond fitness, sees wellness and health as the core of physical fitness. By merging training, nutrition, and recovery strategies, the brand offers its clients a personalized, holistic path to health. By Kelsi Trinidad
Silver Bear Swim School: The Ripple Effect: The Impact of Prioritizing Safety, Fitness & Health
Silver Bear Swim School strongly believes that swimming is a rite of passage and an important life skill that benefits children’s physical, emotional and social development. In addition to prioritizing safety in and around the pool, the company offers programs for children as young as six months. By Erika Ortega
Swing Bays: Take a Swing at Entrepreneurship: Tee Up Your Future
With millions of players worldwide, the golf industry offers ample opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs. The Swing Bays™ offers a dynamic and innovative franchise and is at the forefront of innovation within the industry. Designed for golfers eager to take their game to the next level, The Swing Bays isn’t just about hitting balls; it’s a comprehensive approach to golf improvement, blending cutting-edge technology, expert instruction and state-of-the-art fitness programs. By Shelby Green
BrightStar Care: Providing a Jump Start for New Owners
BrightStar Care® provides companion, personal and skilled medical and nonmedical care to seniors and others needing in-home assistance. By Patty Horansky
Mr. Transmission/Milex: Promoting Success Through Training & Support
For over 30 years, Moran Family of Brands has helped its Mr. Transmission®/Milex Complete Auto Care® franchisees succeed in the booming automotive repair industry. The industry, which is expected to grow by $134.9 billion by 2028, is seeing a high demand due to the increasing age of vehicles on the road and a shift in car repair needs, according to TechNavio. By Erika Ortega
HomeVestors: Revitalizing Communities
Larry Gibbons of Tucson, Arizona, bought his HomeVestors® of America, Inc. franchise in 2016. For more than 15 years, he worked for a large subcontractor in upper management, but when the company was sold, Gibbons began searching for a business he could call his own. By Patty Horansky
Features
Balloon Kings: Expanding Joy, Innovation & Opportunity in 2025
In the new year, Balloon Kings®, a premier balloon retailer offering a variety of balloon arrangements and decorations, stands poised for continued growth and celebration across the nation. Leading this exciting journey is Gene Nifenecker II, founder and “Ruler of Celebrations,” whose blend of military discipline and joyful community service inspires franchisees nationwide. By Nancy E. Williams
ERYD: The Future of Urban Mobility
The electric scooter market is charging ahead, offering innovative transportation solutions. According to recent reports, the global electric scooter market is predicted to reach a staggering $408.1 billion by 2031, fueled by rising environmental consciousness and the demand for convenient, sustainable transportation solutions. ERYD, an exciting emerging brand in the electric scooter market, is poised to capitalize on the rapid market growth with a thrilling and entertaining franchise opportunity that combines scalability and sustainability. By Shelby Green
Hammer & Nails: Big Plans for Continuous Growth
Revenue, membership and territory growth are things of both the past and the future for Hammer & Nails. As a highly unique and revolutionizing provider of men’s grooming services, Hammer & Nails surpassed last year’s objectives and plans to continue to do so in 2025. With the leadership of its newly appointed Vice President of Franchise Development Alisa Anderson, the team at Hammer & Nails is excited to benefit from Anderson’s strategic background to surpass objectives in 2025. By Erika Ortega
Cheech & Chong’s Apothicaria: Your Gateway to the Green Rush
With the cannabis market expected to reach $428.2 billion by 2032, Cheech & Chong’s Apothicaria provides a unique franchise opportunity to cash in on the growing industry with the backing of a trusted brand. With a focus on education and a commitment to quality, the company is more than just a store; it’s a destination for cannabis enthusiasts. By Shelby Green
CyberGlobal: First Cybersecurity Franchise Combating Cyberattacks
With the number of cyberattacks on the rise, businesses are left at risk of data breaches that can be devastating to not only their data but also their customers’. Many businesses lack the internal technical expertise to protect themselves from these vulnerabilities. By Kelsi Trinidad
PastaNito: Deep Italian Roots
Toni Calderone has deep roots in the restaurant industry. Her grandfather immigrated to the U.S. from Sicily and opened the first pizza shop in York, Pennsylvania, in 1951. Continuing tradition, her father devised a slightly upscale, express Italian restaurant concept in Florida, where Calderone grew up. By Kelsi Trinidad
Pür & Simple: Taking Brunch to a Whole New Level
Pür & Simple® has taken brunch to a new level, with more than 50 restaurants open across Canada offering its Breakfast Reinvented®. It is now poised to fill an untapped breakfast-lunch gap throughout the U.S. By Patty Horansky
Fresh Healthy Cafe: A Mission to Fuel a Healthier Future
Residents of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Rick Hetzel and his wife, Cheryl Mothes, struggled to find a restaurant that catered to their healthy, vegan lifestyle. Hetzel had an active career in the military and law enforcement and Mothes had a career as a nurse. By Kelsi Trinidad
LIME Painting: Built to Scale an Empire
LIME Painting® is the ideal franchise for ambitious entrepreneurs and investors looking to build a full-service painting empire. The company sets itself part by specializing in painting, surface restoration and contracting services for high-end residential and commercial properties. This specialized focus enables LIME Painting to deliver customized and superior customer experiences other companies cannot match. By Erika Ortega
FranServe, Inc.: New Year, New Goals
Successful business owners will tell you that setting clear, actionable goals is vital to business growth. Recognized In 2024 by Inc. magazine as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., the team at FranServe, Inc., the world’s largest franchise consulting and expansion organization, knows how to transform vision into reality. By Nancy E. Williams
Shop Talk
Rainbows & Sunshine
I recently read a statement by one of the industry’s most respected franchise consultants, Jack Johnson, CFC, CAFC: “Fight through the hard to build the easy!” Franchise ownership typically doesn’t start out all rainbows and sunshine. Frequently, one has to fight through difficult challenges to build the empire one desires. By Don Clayton