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1 03, 2023

Evive Brands Announces Platform Company Name for Executive Home Care, Assisted Living Locators, Grasons Co. and Future Acquisitions

Tatyana Stemkovski2023-03-01T09:19:01-05:00March 1st, 2023|Tags: disabled and recovering individuals services, Evive Brands, Executive Care, home health care, quality home care services, seniors services, staffing in hospitals and other facilities|

Multi-platform company to continue to expand partnerships to provide exceptional support and services to families and communities across the United States.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Executive Home Care Holdings, LLC CEO Tim Hadley announced the creation of Evive Brands, LLC, a multi-branded service organization that unites its premier franchise systems, including Executive Home Care, one of the nation’s leading in-home care providers; Assisted Living Locators, a nationally acclaimed senior placement and referral agency; and Grasons Co., a respected estate sales and business liquidation service. The new platform company will continue to grow with future acquisitions and partnerships to enhance their portfolio and make quality care readily available throughout the United States.

“Our vision for Evive Brands is to provide exceptional support and services to families and communities across the nation,” said Hadley. “We understand that life can be challenging, and that people need support. That’s why we’ve brought together the best in the industry to provide easy solutions for people in their time of need.”

Hadley stated that the mission of Evive Brands is to help people live and thrive, no matter what life throws their way. “The company is founded on the values of connection, community, and care,” he explained. “Our community of brands is dedicated to delivering resources that create a first-class experience for clients and increase the well-being of clients and those closest to them.”

According to Hadley, the Evive Brands logo is a symbol of its commitment to clients. The connection grid represents the seamless way that Evive Brands fits into the lives of clients. It speaks to the ease and simplicity with which they provide care, support, and community, allowing clients to continue living and thriving, without interruption.

“At Evive Brands, the value of quality service is also more than just a business philosophy – it’s a way of life,” continued Hadley. “The company understands that the people behind the service are the key to making a real difference in the lives of clients and their families. By fostering a work environment that promotes happiness and fulfillment, Evive Brands is able to deliver quality service that is second to none.”

The company’s franchise brands are actively seeking single and multi-unit franchise partners with a strong entrepreneurial spirit who have heart, empathy and a passion for helping people. Franchisees will receive help with planning and business development from opening day to long-term planning, as well as continuing education, access to exclusive software planning, and an elite sales and marketing approach.

Hadley notes that Evive Brands franchise opportunity allows you to build a successful business and transform lives. “You are able to provide peace of mind to your clients and increase their well-being by offering services that truly make a difference,” he added.

For more information about Evive Brands, please visit https://evivebrands.com.

About Evive Brands

Based in Scottsdale, AZ, Evive Brands, LLC was founded on the values of connection, community and care. The company’s premier franchise brands include Executive Home Care, one of the nation’s leading in-home care providers; Assisted Living Locators, a nationally acclaimed senior placement and referral agency; and Grasons Co., a respected estate sales and business liquidation service, which together include more than 200 franchise locations across the U.S. With private equity investment from The Riverside Company, Evive Brands is a community of brands that help people live and thrive, providing exceptional support and services to increase the well-being of its clients and those closest to them.

28 02, 2023

P.volve Makes Three New Executive Appointments Amidst Omnichannel Expansion and Growth

Tatyana Stemkovski2023-02-28T09:37:16-05:00February 28th, 2023|Tags: fitness company, functional movement, P.volve, proprietary equipment|

Karina Kogan appointed as strategic advisor, Antonietta Vicario promoted to chief training officer and Katie Rosholt hired as first senior vice president of marketing.

NEW YORK — P.volve, the omni-channel fitness company with an innovative, science-led method that pairs functional movement with proprietary equipment, is adding to its leadership team with two new hires and the promotion of its former vice president of talent and training. This leadership expansion comes on the heels of the brand’s Q4 2022 record holiday sales and recent opening of its first franchised studio as the company continues on its upward growth trajectory.

Karina Kogan, Strategic Advisor and Fractional Chief Marketing Officer
Kogan brings her extensive fitness category experience and a track record of accelerating brands to the P.volve team. As strategic advisor and fractional CMO, Kogan will lead brand strategy, go-to-market planning, growth, and will bring to life P.volve’s unique philosophy on how to intentionally move your body to promote strength, longevity, and wellness from the core.

With more than two decades of marketing and general management experience, Kogan most recently served as chief marketing officer at Oura, where she led the marketing organization through a period of tremendous growth including over 110% YoY sales lift. Prior to Oura, Kogan served as senior vice president and global head of product marketing for Peloton, overseeing go-to-market strategy and positioning for Peloton’s connected fitness and digital products, media buying and planning, lifecycle marketing, marketing analytics, among other functions.

Antonietta Vicario, Chief Training Officer (formerly VP of Talent and Training)
Vicario brings more than two decades of experience as a leader in the fitness space. In addition to being a sought-after trainer, Vicario’s areas of expertise include global team leadership, teacher training, content programming, kinesiology, and building learning and development systems for training at scale. Since joining P.volve in November 2019, she is ever evolving the P.volve Method, expanding class offerings and developing content alongside trainers and P.volve’s Clinical Advisory Board to meet the needs of women throughout their lives. She has also created a teacher training program to expand P.volve’s corporate, franchise and digital footprint, ensuring a standard of excellence among the growing trainer team across all business verticals.

Prior to joining P.volve, Vicario was the director of global training at Physique 57, where she developed a training program that enabled the company to open and maintain five studios throughout New York and expand into five different countries, educating a fleet of over 100 trainers world-wide. She is a certified Yoga, Pilates, and Barre instructor, studied at the Gray Institute, and is a Health and Hormone Coach through Institute for Integrative Nutrition.

Katie Rosholt, Senior Vice President, Marketing
Rosholt joins the team at a critical juncture in the P.volve evolution. She brings her years of savvy marketing experience to spearhead the brand’s marketing organization, prioritizing brand campaigns, influencer, and social media.

Rosholt joins P.volve from Vital Proteins where she most recently worked as the vice president of global marketing. In this role, she drove paid and organic media, integrated marketing, brand and product campaigns, in-house content, copywriting teams, and served as the liaison to international marketing teams across 20+ markets, along with global celebrity partnerships and agency relationships.

As a brand “built for women like us,” Karina Kogan, Antonietta Vicario and Katie Rosholt join the existing P.volve female leadership team, including Co-Founder Rachel Katzman and President Julie Cartwright.

“We are proud and fortunate to have these three trailblazers on board during this pivotal time in our company’s expansion,” said Julie Cartwright, president of P.volve. “Each of these women brings a critical lens and immeasurable talent to our team, and I’m confident they will support our ambitious growth trajectory over the coming years and beyond.”

About P.volve

P.volve, or Personal Evolution, is a science-led functional fitness method that delivers innovative fitness content to its members globally. Rooted in expertise and guided by its Clinical Advisory Board, P.volve uses low-impact movement and patented resistance-based equipment to sculpt the body, without the wear and tear of high-impact exercise. Through its hybrid fitness model, P.volve can be experienced in-studio, through live and on-demand virtual classes, and via a growing franchise studio footprint. For more information, please visit www.pvolve.com, www.pvolvefranchise.com and @pvolve on Instagram.

28 02, 2023

FASTSIGNS Ranked First in Signage and Communication Category by Global Franchise

Tatyana Stemkovski2023-02-28T09:25:45-05:00February 28th, 2023|Tags: FASTSIGNS International Inc., FASTSIGNS® sign and graphic centers, Propelled Brands, sign and graphic solutions, sign and visual communication franchise|

The Leading Sign, Graphics and Visual Communications Franchise Wins its Fifth Consecutive Global Franchise Award at the Annual IFA Conference.

CARROLLTON, Texas — FASTSIGNS^®, the leading sign, graphics and visual communications franchise in the nation, ranked first in “Signage & Communication” for the annual Global Franchise Awards. This marks the fifth consecutive year FASTSIGNS has won this award, highlighting the brand’s superb ethics, dedication and excellence as an international franchisor.

“Our franchisees work to establish FASTSIGNS as the go-to resource for visual communications in their communities and receiving this prestigious recognition for the fifth year is a testament to the strength of our growing network,” said Mark Jameson, chief support and development officer at Propelled Brands. “We are thrilled to be recognized as number one in our category for both this award as well as recently in Entrepreneur magazine’s highly competitive Franchise 500^® list. We are proud of our entire team and thank our amazing franchisees helping us to achieve these accolades.”

The Global Franchise Awards, now in its sixth year, honors exceptional franchise brands that are leaders in their respective categories. To decide the winners of these Awards, Global Franchise shortlists the applications using an independent panel of key, impartial and industry experts working to the criteria created by the Global Franchise team. Using these criteria as a guide, the judges select an entry from each category that best demonstrates the values Global Franchise is looking to celebrate.

FASTSIGNS experienced exceptional growth last year surpassing $700 million in sales for the first time. Today there are over 765 FASTSIGNS locations in eight different countries with more being awarded as new franchisees continue to join FASTSIGNS. In 2022, 20 franchises were awarded through either traditional franchise agreements or through co-brands and conversions, including four international locations. Currently, at least 400 more U.S. and Canadian markets and additional international markets are targeted for development.

“FASTSIGNS was a ‘leap of faith’ or a ‘leap before you look’ type of situation, but we have never regretted it for a single moment,” said Donna Bilodeau, FASTSIGNS franchisee of Windsor, Ontario. “The support from FASTSIGNS is second to none. The corporate team is designed to assist the franchisees in making our businesses front runners in the industry. We have grown many relationships and sales over the years, and could not have done it without the support of our franchisor and the family of other franchisees.”

The total investment for a FASTSIGNS franchise is approximately $233,555 – $307,308 including a $49,750 franchise fee. Ideal candidates have a net worth of $300,000, of which $80K is liquid. Additionally, FASTSIGNS offers a special incentive for veterans and first responders, including paramedics, emergency medical technicians, police officers, sheriffs and firefighters, which includes a 50% reduction on the franchise fee — a savings of $24,875.

To view FASTSIGNS in the full Global Franchise Award winners list, visit https://www.global-franchise.com/awards/winners.

For information about the FASTSIGNS franchise opportunity, contact Mark Jameson (mark.jameson@propelledbrands.com or 214-346-5679).

About FASTSIGNS^®

FASTSIGNS is a leading national visual ideas company that creates a wide variety of comprehensive sign and graphics solutions. With over 35 years of experience, FASTSIGNS helps you achieve more than you ever thought possible. We are the worldwide franchisor of more than 765 independently owned and operated FASTSIGNS^® centers. FASTSIGNS locations span across the United States, Puerto Rico, the United Kingdom, Canada, Chile, Grand Cayman, Malta, the Dominican Republic and Australia (where centers operate as SIGNWAVE^®). FASTSIGNS is frequently recognized for franchisee satisfaction and through franchising awards which include being ranked #1 on Entrepreneur’s Highly Competitive Franchise 500^®List for the Seventh Consecutive Year for 2023 as well as being named a 2023 Best-in-Category Franchise by Franchise Business Review.

In 2021, Propelled Brands was formed, and is now the multi-brand franchisor for FASTSIGNS^®, NerdsToGo^®, MY SALON Suite^® and Salon Plaza^® brands.

To learn more visit fastsigns.com. Follow the brand on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/fastsigns, Twitter @FASTSIGNS or Facebook at facebook.com/FASTSIGNS. For information about the FASTSIGNS franchise opportunity, contact Mark Jameson (mark.jameson@fastsigns.com or call 214.346.5679).

24 02, 2023

Propelled Brands Announces Speakers at International Franchise Association’s 63rd Annual Convention

Tatyana Stemkovski2023-02-24T09:12:31-05:00February 24th, 2023|Tags: business services, FASTSIGNS International Inc., NerdsToGo, Propelled Brands, Suite Management Franchising|

The convention will be held from February 26 to March 1 in Las Vegas.

CARROLLTON, Texas — Propelled Brands, the leading, multi-brand franchisor of FASTSIGNS®, SIGNWAVE®, NerdsToGo®, MY SALON Suite® and Salon Plaza®, announces five attending speakers at the International Franchise Association’s 63rd Annual Convention in Las Vegas.

Catherine Monson, CEO of Propelled Brands and Immediate Past Chair of the IFA, and Mark Jameson, Chief Development Officer for Propelled Brands, will be facilitators of the Emerging Franchisor Bootcamp on Monday, Feb 27. The boot camp is a lineup of mentors to support Emerging Franchisors, sharing with them best practices in franchising, that include the “who’s who” in franchising. Their discussion allows participants to ask and get answers to challenging questions from road-tested leaders.

Monson will also be facilitating at the C-Suite Think Tank on Tuesday, Feb. 28 and will be one of three featured panelist speakers on How to Lead Your Brand Through a Period of Rapid Societal Change on Wednesday, March 1. In this session, she will focus on lessons learned the last five years from political to social to economic and technology changes, and strategies to help brands successfully navigate such trends. Monson will also have the pleasure of introducing Amy and Ben Wright, founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee, at the Closing General Session on Wednesday, March 1. Propelled Brands will be sponsoring the Closing General session Keynote Speaker and sharing the benefits of joining Propelled Brands, as well.

Mark Jameson will also participate in the IFA International Track session on Conducting Due Diligence On Your Market and Your Prospects on Wednesday, March 1. The session will focus on conducting due diligence on international markets, including best practices and resources available in conducting research.

Shayne Mehringer, Chief Information Officer for Propelled Brands, will participate in the IFA Industry Trend session on Structuring a Platform Company for Vertical & Lateral Success on Tuesday, Feb. 28. His discussion will focus on structuring headquarter teams for efficiency and providing the best support for franchisee success.

Jennifer Herskind, Chief Marketing Officer for Propelled Brands, will be speaking on a Marketing panel on Real-Life Wins: 3 Franchise Brands Share Their Biggest Marketing Wins on Monday, Feb. 27. Attendees will take away best practices to create their own “win” from how to define a strategy, outline a solid plan, innovate the brand’s omni-channel experience and redefine customer communication to drive business and create awareness.

Jeff Lewis, the Assistant Vice President of Franchise Support for FASTSIGNS, will be a featured panelist of senior support leaders as part of the ICFE Special Sessions on Sunday, Feb. 26th. His discussion will focus on how to deliver effective field support to provide franchisees value.

IFA is the franchising sector’s only global trade association. Over 4,000 franchisees, franchisors, executives and suppliers are expected to attend the acclaimed IFA Convention that is meant to inform, inspire and educate franchise stakeholders at every level.

About the International Franchise Association:

Celebrating over 60 years of excellence, education, and advocacy, the International Franchise Association is the world’s oldest and largest organization representing franchising worldwide. IFA works through its government relations and public policy, media relations, and educational programs to protect, enhance and promote franchising and the more than 733,000 franchise establishments that support nearly 7.6 million direct jobs, $674.3 billion of economic output for the U.S. economy, and 2.5 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). IFA members include franchise companies in over 300 different business format categories, individual franchisees, and companies that support the industry in marketing, law, technology, and business development.

About Propelled Brands®:

Propelled Brands is the multi-brand platform company of FASTSIGNS®, SIGNWAVE®, NerdsToGo® and Suite Management Franchising, LLC, the parent company of MY SALON Suite® and Salon Plaza®. Propelled Brands advances the strategic path for each brand, offering support, guidance, and a clear vision to fully equip every franchisee, helping them maximize success.

Propelled Brands is looking to partner with other service-oriented franchise concepts that align with its forward-thinking growth objectives. For more information or to learn about opportunities with Propelled Brands, visit propelledbrands.com. To learn about franchise opportunities with FASTSIGNS, NerdsToGo, or MY SALON Suite, contact Mark Jameson (mark.jameson@propelledbrands.com or call 214.346.5679).

23 02, 2023

CMIT Solutions Earns Spot on CRN’s 2023 MSP 500 List

Tatyana Stemkovski2023-02-23T10:11:15-05:00February 23rd, 2023|Tags: CMIT Solutions, cybersecurity, IT service provider, proactive computer maintenance|

AUSTIN, Texas — CMIT Solutions, the leading service provider in cybersecurity and information technologies for businesses, announced today it has been named by CRN^®, a brand of The Channel Company, to the 2023 Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Elite 150 category.

CRN’s annual MSP 500 list identifies the industry-leading service providers in North America who are driving a new wave of growth and innovation for the channel through forward-thinking approaches to managed services, helping end users increase efficiency and simplify IT solutions, while maximizing their return on investment. MSPs have become a vital part of the success of businesses worldwide. MSPs not only empower organizations to leverage intricate technologies but also help them keep a strict focus on their core business goals without straining their budgets.

“It’s a remarkable honor to be recognized by CRN again this year,” said Roger Lewis, CEO of CMIT Solutions. “Our channel partnerships make it possible for us to serve our clients with groundbreaking IT and cybersecurity solutions that accelerate their business growth and help them achieve their goals. Together with our partners, we’re making a positive impact in the business community. As business technologies continue to evolve, we see more opportunities for innovation and service ahead.”

The annual MSP 500 list is divided into three sections: the MSP Pioneer 250, recognizing companies with business models weighted toward managed services and largely focused on the SMB market; the MSP Elite 150, recognizing large, data center-focused MSPs with a strong mix of on- and off-premises services; and the Managed Security 100, recognizing MSPs focused primarily on off-premises and cloud-based security services.

“Managed services offer a path for businesses of all sizes to remain efficient and flexible as they grow,” said Blaine Raddon, CEO of The Channel Company. “The solution providers on our 2023 MSP 500 list are bringing innovative managed services portfolios to market, helping their customers win by doing more with the IT budgets they have and freeing up resources to focus on mission-critical activities to drive future success.”

2023 marks CMIT Solutions’ third time receiving this recognition, further situating the brand as a top IT managed service provider on its way to becoming a $200 million MSP. With more than 250 franchise locations, the company is known for offering locally based, customized assistance to businesses strengthened by a nationwide network of IT expertise and technology partnerships. CMIT Solutions delivers a full suite of solutions that includes proactive IT maintenance and monitoring, advanced cybersecurity, future-focused infrastructure, remote workforce enablement, and quick, personalized response services.

The MSP 500 list will be featured in the February 2023 issue of CRN and online at www.crn.com/msp500.

For more information about CMIT Solutions and the services it offers, visit cmitsolutions.com

About The Channel Company

The Channel Company enables breakthrough IT channel performance with our dominant media, engaging events, expert consulting and education, and innovative marketing services and platforms. As the channel catalyst, we connect and empower technology suppliers, solution providers and end users. Backed by more than 30 years of unequalled channel experience, we draw from our deep knowledge to envision innovative new solutions for ever-evolving challenges in the technology marketplace. www.thechannelco.com

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About CMIT Solutions

CMIT Solutions LLC (CMIT) is a leading Managed Services Provider (MSP) franchisor delivering information technology (IT) and cybersecurity solutions to businesses. Through a large network of enterprise-class technology resources, the company supports businesses anywhere in the United States and Canada, and its locally owned franchise model enables CMIT to serve customers through high-trust, direct relationships. CMIT offers a wide variety of services and products, including IT management and maintenance, cybersecurity monitoring, help desk support, data backup and recovery, and more. The organization has ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500^® list for eight consecutive years and is designated as a World Class Franchise by the Franchise Research Institute. For more information on CMIT, please visit cmitsolutions.com.

23 02, 2023

Self-Starting Entrepreneur Signs Agreement with Re-Bath for Greater D.C. Market

Tatyana Stemkovski2023-02-23T10:02:38-05:00February 23rd, 2023|Tags: bathroom remodeling franchise, home improvement franchise, hospitality sector, Re-Bath|

Leading Bathroom Remodeling Franchise Expands Footprint in Virginia and Maryland with Seasoned Entrepreneur.

WASHINGTON — Re-Bath, the nation’s largest complete bathroom remodeling franchise, has announced a single territory signed agreement for the greater D.C. market. The territory spans northeast Virginia, from Leesburg to Fredericksburg, and officially opened on January 13. With large retailer partnerships contributing to the brand’s growth and market share gains driving nearly an 31% YOY increase in systemwide sales, existing and new franchisees are flocking to the franchise opportunity.

Growing Re-Bath’s presence on the East Coast is Raj Kapoor, a self-starting entrepreneur and longtime Virginia native. Kapoor began his entrepreneurial journey after opening his first restaurant at age 19. Since then, he has opened more than 15 restaurants – having completed the construction himself and running the operations for each one. When the business started doing well, Kapoor would sell it and start over on a new endeavor. While he still runs one deli-style restaurant in D.C., Kapoor sought after a change and wanted to get into a business with a franchise model.

“I came across Re-Bath after getting my deck done with Lowe’s and was impressed with the streamlined process,” said Kapoor. “My past experiences were never like this – I am used to having to chase after the contractors. With my Re-Bath opened and operating, I hope it becomes a business that customers can rely on, which is important for home remodeling. I’ve lived in Virginia for 32 years so I see there’s a need for bathroom remodeling services and I look forward to being a dependable business for my community and beyond.”

Re-Bath has grown into a trusted and respected service provider known for expert, affordable, and effortless bathroom remodeling solutions that transform homeowners’ bathrooms in days, not weeks. Whether seeking a tub or shower area update, better accessibility and safety in your bathroom or a complete bathroom remodel, Re-Bath makes bathroom remodeling easy. The company’s exclusive remodel process removes old materials and fixtures and replaces them with beautiful new options in a wide variety of colors and styles.

“When bringing on a new franchisee, you want that partner to align with the brand’s vision and Raj is exactly that person,” said Sharon Villegas, Chief Revenue Officer of Re-Bath. “He values the franchise model, and even with his vast entrepreneur experience, he knew he needed to first understand our model. We are excited to have a passionate franchisee brought onboard who is fully invested in our brand.”

As the largest bathroom remodeling company in the United States, Re-Bath has established a proven business model, unparalleled franchise office support, and an infrastructure for growth as it continues to seek strategic franchise partners to expand its footprint nationwide. The executive leadership team has seen consistent new development across the East Coast with 24 territories still available for growth, three specifically in the D.C. market. Collectively, the D.C. territories boast a population count of 4.5 million and 11 retail partner stores.

Per Re-Bath’s Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees with territories between 1.25 and 2.5 million people had average revenues of over $2.8 million in 2021, up over 21% from 2020*.

The success achieved by the brand has not gone unnoticed as Re-Bath recently earned the No. 283 spot on Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2023 Franchise 500®, the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. Re-Bath also ranked No. 2 on Qualified Remodeler‘s Top 500 Nationals List and was recognized as No. 1 in the “Best Bathroom Renovations” category on Bob Vila’s 2022 Best Home Improvement Contractors of 2022 Ranking. The franchise is building off this momentum for repeated success throughout 2023, with a goal of awarding 25 franchise agreements while strengthening performance and same-store-sales.

For more information on Re-Bath and franchise opportunities, visit www.rebathfranchise.com/ or call 888-454-8842.

*The figures reflect average and median sales revenue and average gross profits for 36 Re-Bath franchised businesses with territories of between 1.25 million and 2.5 million residents, and which were in operation for at least one year. These averages and medians are based on a 52-week fiscal period from January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021. Of these 36 franchised businesses, 11 (or 31%) attained or exceeded the average sales revenue and 15 (or 42%) attained or exceeded the average gross profit. Some outlets have sold this amount. Individual results may vary. There is no assurance that you will sell as much as the average. See the Re-Bath 2022 Franchise Disclosure Document for details.

About Re-Bath

Re-Bath is the nation’s largest complete bathroom remodeling franchise that has grown to more than 100 locations across the country. The parent company’s first entry in the bathroom remodeling industry occurred in 1978 and focused on the hospitality sector. In 1991, Re-Bath launched its first franchise location to focus on the residential market. The company offers complete bathroom remodels, tub and shower updates, plus aging and accessibility solutions. From simple bathtub replacements to complete bathroom redesigns, Re-Bath makes bathroom remodeling effortless, convenient and affordable, all with professional, friendly and factory-trained installers. Re-Bath is a one-stop service that covers the entire process – from design to done – in three easy steps: consultation, removal, and installation. Re-Bath assembles its own exclusive line of products at its headquarters located in Phoenix, Ariz., and offers best-in-class products from national brands for its customers. For more information, please visit www.rebath.com or www.rebathfranchise.com for more details on the franchise opportunity.

23 02, 2023

Send Me A Pro, First Franchise to Offer Multiple Home Services Under One Franchise, Hits 100+ Locations in 2 Years

Tatyana Stemkovski2023-02-23T09:57:48-05:00February 23rd, 2023|Tags: child care providers, fitness & sports trainers, franchise system, in-home service businesses, music instructors, pet care providers, Send Me A Pro, tutors|

Everything from fitness & sports trainers, pet care providers, tutors, music instructors, child care providers, handyman services and much more.

MIAMI — Send Me A Trainer announces today the launch of Send Me A Pro, an online exclusive and managed marketplace that makes it easy to connect with local service providers that come to you. Everything from fitness & sports trainers, pet care providers, tutors, music instructors, child care providers and much more.

“As traction grew with Send Me A Trainer, our clients started to request that we connect them with other local in-home service providers such as tutors for their kids, and dog trainers and Send Me A Pro was born,” says Bary El-Yacoubi (IG: @baryceo), Co-Founder of Send Me A Pro. “At the core of our business model is connectivity. We connect clients with local vetted service providers. We started with personal trainers and are now expanding the marketplace to include other local services”.

“In the past decade we have seen the emergence of online marketplaces for products (such as Amazon), and this next decade will be about the digitization of the services economy with more services being booked online,” says Muhssin El-Yacoubi (IG: @muhssin), Co-Founder of Send Me A Pro. “Send Me A Pro distinguishes itself from other marketplaces by providing a higher level of convenience and quality through curating an exclusive network of providers, done-for-you booking, fixed pricing, and better customer service provided by our local franchise owner.”

Our franchisees are very excited about offering more services which allows them to increase their earning potential and grow their total addressable market (TAM). Franchisees can also continue to add more service categories and prioritize services that are in high demand in their market. Franchisees are identifying popular services that are already being offered by other businesses in their markets and this is their validation to add these services to their Send Me A Pro platform.

“The ability to offer multiple service businesses under one franchise is groundbreaking and is disrupting the franchise industry,” says Muhssin El-Yacoubi (IG: @muhssin), Co-Founder of Send Me A Pro. “Historically speaking, every category is a standalone franchise. No one has ever aggregated multiple services with an Uber like experience under one franchise, until now. Send Me A Pro is changing the way people think of franchising as they don’t have to limit themselves to just one category anymore”.

“Since introducing Send Me A Pro, the number of inquiries from prospective franchise candidates has over tripled,” says Bary El-Yacoubi (IG: @baryceo), Co-Founder of Send Me A Pro. “Franchise consultants and brokers that help prospective franchise owners select a franchise are telling us that they have never seen such an exciting reaction from their clients as when introduced to Send Me A Pro. People that were once looking for a tutoring, dog walking, or maid service franchise are now considering Send Me A Pro. It’s an obvious choice for them as they can now simply offer all of these services and more through Send Me A Pro”.

Send Me A Pro continues to bring technology and Silicon Valley to the franchising world. Franchisees are attracted to our scalable, technology-enabled, home based business model with low overhead, no physical location and passive ownership options.

We have also received an influx of E-2 visa candidates as Send Me A Pro Franchise is very suitable for US immigrant visa applicants. To learn more about E-2, Franchise and international Master Franchise opportunities with Send Me A Pro and to apply, visit: https://www.sendmeaprofranchise.com.

About Send Me A Pro

Send Me A Pro is the first franchise system that offers multiple in-home service businesses under one franchise. Everything from fitness & sports trainers, pet care providers, tutors, music instructors, child care providers and much more. Send Me A Pro evolved from Send Me A Trainer, which focuses on fitness and sports services. Since launching its franchise model in 2020, Send Me A Pro has established over 100 territories across the USA, Canada, UK and Dubai.

Send Me A Pro is featured on the cover of Entrepreneur Magazine, ranked Top Emerging Brand by Entrepreneur Magazine, ranked Top Emerging Franchise by Franchise Gator, listed in the top 100 Fitness Franchises by Franchise Connect Magazine, and featured in Authority Magazine as disruptors in the fitness industry.

22 02, 2023

Authority Brands Expands Portfolio of Home Service Companies and Looks Ahead to a Successful 2023

Tatyana Stemkovski2023-02-22T10:20:59-05:00February 22nd, 2023|Tags: America's Swimming Pool Company, at-home care, Authority Brands, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, home services franchising platform, Homewatch CareGivers, Junkluggers, Mister Sparky, Monster Tree Service, Mosquito Squad, One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, pest control services, residential cleaning, STOP Restoration, swimming pool repair and maintenance, The Cleaning Authority|

Leading Home Service Franchise Group Achieved Strong Development in 2022, Acquiring Four New Home Service Brands and Experiencing a 15% Increase in System-Wide Revenue.

COLUMBIA, Md. — Authority Brands announced today that it achieved significant success in 2022, acquiring four strong home-service brands and experiencing a jump in year-over-year growth across its entire brand portfolio. With the addition of Woofie’s, DRYmedic Restoration Services, The Junkluggers, and Color World Painting, Authority Brands celebrated its fifth year in business by continuing to build a portfolio of brands that perfectly complement each other and are committed to being the best in their industry.

“At Authority Brands we firmly believe in supporting each franchisee’s growth. We offer unparalleled marketing programs and support, top-of-the-line technology in each brand’s respective industry; playbooks and formulas for operational and financial success and other resources aimed at driving strong returns for our franchisees. Our success in 2022 is a strong testament to these efforts,” said Craig Donaldson, Chief Executive Officer of Authority Brands. “Our team is looking forward to building on this incredible momentum as we venture through 2023. We have big plans that include looking for new opportunities that will expand our footprint with up-and-coming home service brands.”

Highlights of the success and milestones these brands achieved include:

America’s Swimming Pool opened 12 new franchises and broke previous revenue records with 13% YoY growth
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing opened 8 new franchises and broke previous revenue records with 8% YoY growth
The Cleaning Authority opened 14 new franchises and broke previous revenue records with 16% YoY growth
Color World Paining opened 10 new franchises and broke previous same store revenue records with 8% YoY growth
Homewatch CareGivers opened 10 new franchises and broke previous revenue records with 10% YoY growth
The Junkluggers opened 16 new franchises and broke previous revenue records with 14% YoY growth
Mister Sparky opened 8 new franchises and broke previous revenue records with 21% YoY growth
Monster Tree Service opened 6 new franchises and broke previous revenue records with 19% YoY growth
Mosquito Squad opened 4 new franchises and broke previous revenue records with 13% YoY growth
One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning opened 14 new franchises and broke previous revenue records with 16% YoY growth
STOP Restoration broke previous revenue records with 16% YoY growth
Woofie’s opened 10 new franchises and broke previous revenue records with 40% YoY growth

Combined, the Authority Brands franchise brands operate more than 2,000 locations with an expansive network of more than 1,000 franchise owners. Authority Brands’ family of franchise companies include leading home service brands America’s Swimming Pool Company, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, The Cleaning Authority, Color World Painting, DoodyCalls, DRYmedic Restoration Services, Homewatch CareGivers, The Junkluggers, Mister Sparky, Monster Tree Service, Mosquito Squad, One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning, Screenmobile, STOP Restoration, and Woofie’s.

Authority Brands is looking to expand with qualified franchisees across the United States. To learn more about franchising opportunities within the Authority Brands portfolio, please visit: https://www.authoritybrands.com/franchising/.

About Authority Brands

Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Authority Brands’ companies include 14 leading home service franchise brands: America’s Swimming Pool Company, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, The Cleaning Authority, Color World Painting, DoodyCalls, DRYmedic Restoration Services, Homewatch CareGivers, The Junkluggers, Mister Sparky, Monster Tree Service, Mosquito Squad, One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning, Screenmobile, STOP Restoration, and Woofie’s. Together, these brands provide home services through more than 2,000 territories operated by more than 1,000 franchise owners. Authority Brands is dedicated to supporting individual franchise owner growth by providing strong marketing, technology, and operational support. See www.authoritybrands.com for more information.

22 02, 2023

DoodyCalls Pet Waste Removal to Scoop Poop in Kansas City

Tatyana Stemkovski2023-02-22T10:15:07-05:00February 22nd, 2023|Tags: dog waste pickup, DoodyCalls, pet waste removal business|

The new location provides dog waste removal services to residents and communities of all sizes.

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — DoodyCalls, a nationwide leader in pet waste removal services, is growing its footprint in the pooper scooper industry with the opening of an office in Kansas City, Missouri. DoodyCalls currently cleans up in over 80 territories across 26 states and has been named the number-one pet waste removal franchise in the United States by Entrepreneur Magazine’s annual Franchise 500 list.

Jerron and Melanie Batts, an active member of the Army Reserves with a career in Human Resources and a law student respectfully, were looking for a new challenge and a way to build a local legacy. As recent Kansas City transplants, the Batts family officially open their DoodyCalls doors on March 1, 2023, and know their big business can offer the community a way to outsource the dirty work of having pets while giving the Batts team a chance to further integrate into their new stomping grounds, even when the work is messy.

“My wife and I are so excited to embark on our new business journey with DoodyCalls and become a bigger part of the Authority Brands franchise family and know there are invaluable resources that will help propel us to success right in our own neighborhood,” said Jerron Batts, co-owner and operator of DoodyCalls of Kansas City. “We are looking forward to growing deep roots in our community by offering our neighbors a valuable and reliable service that can give them back some meaningful time with their beloved pets.”

The Batts were originally attracted to the simple structure, fun branding, and valuable service DoodyCalls provides their customers around the country. Looking to find a franchise option that felt like family and offered support, Jerron Batts found a solution in DoodyCalls and parent company Authority Brands’ franchise network where the pair felt welcomed and like they had the top-down support at every level.

“Our team at DoodyCalls welcomes the dynamic Batts team into our franchise fold and we are happy to expand our offerings to the Heart of America in Missouri,” said Larry Amos, Vice President of DoodyCalls. “With the Kansas City team’s tenacity and passion for providing top-level customer service, we are optimistic about their future success in the community and look forward to continuing to support the team as the grow in the coming years.”

The Kansas City DoodyCalls franchise will service the following areas: Lees Summit, Blue Springs, Grain Valley, Kansas City, and the surrounding areas

The scoop on what DoodyCalls offers:

For residential dog owners, DoodyCalls provides dog waste pickup, and deodorizing services.
For communities and parks, DoodyCalls designs, sells, installs, services and maintains common areas, pet waste stations, equipment and supplies.

To learn more about the new franchise location, please visit https://www.doodycalls.com/kansas-city. DoodyCalls is currently seeking poop scoop franchise operators who align with the brand’s values of humility, ethical leadership, integrity, respect, and providing the best service experience possible. To learn more about franchise opportunities or to find a local service technician, visit https://www.doodycalls.com/locations/.

About Doody Calls

DoodyCalls was founded in 2000 by Jacob and Susan D’Aniello in the Northern Virginia suburbs of Washington DC. In 2004, the company began franchising its pet waste removal business nationwide and established corporate headquarters in Charlottesville, VA. DoodyCalls provides service to 26 states and the District of Columbia with dog waste pickup with consumer and industrial services. For more information about DoodyCalls, visit www.doodycalls.com.

22 02, 2023

Ashley Schuetz Returns to Massage Heights as New CMO in Midst of Peak Growth Era

Tatyana Stemkovski2023-02-22T10:06:12-05:00February 22nd, 2023|Tags: balanced and healthy lifestyle, Massage Heights, membership-based therapeutic services, pain management, reduction of stress, relaxation, skin therapy services, therapeutic massage and facial services|

Skilled Marketer Rejoins Massage, Skincare & Wellness Franchise to Build on Brand Rejuvenation.

SAN ANTONIO — As Massage Heights experiences record-breaking revenues, peak company Average Unit Volume (AUV) and introduces innovative new services, the flourishing brand’s marketing efforts will now be led by Ashley Schuetz, who was recently named as Chief Marketing Officer.

Schuetz formerly served with Massage Heights from 2012 to 2020 in the roles of Field Marketing Manager, Director of Marketing and Vice President of Marketing. While at Massage Heights, Schuetz also led the business development of The Gents Place, a membership-based men’s grooming and lifestyle club. Schuetz makes her comeback to Massage Heights following two years of honing her marketing skills as the VP of Marketing at the private-equity owned healthcare company BlueSprig, where she worked to make a positive impact on children with autism.

Marketers are Brand Leaders
Massage Heights President & CEO Susan Boresow said Schuetz’s deep understanding and appreciation of the franchising model, her empathy for franchisees and team members, and her acumen around modern, innovative marketing approaches made her the ideal fit to lead Massage Height’s marketing strategies.

“As someone who has spent the majority of my career in franchising and many marketing roles, I’m a firm believer some of the best brand leaders sit in the marketing seats,” Boresow said. “That’s because they have a deep understanding and appreciation of the customer journey. That is Ashley to a tee. With her obvious familiarity of our brand and appreciation of our Culture of Care, we’ve already seen her jump right in to helping our brand story be shared across various mediums with a new focused energy.”

Back & Better than Ever
Schuetz noted some of her broader initial goals are to help maintain consistent record-breaking revenue increases, uphold the highest of brand standards across the system and promote Massage Height’s best-in-class member and guest experiences. She’s also excited to build local and national awareness of new service rollouts, including a new facial offering in Q2.

“I’ve never stopped admiring the brand and the impact it has in the lives of our franchisees, members, guests, and massage and skin care therapists,” Schuetz said. “There’s been a significant amount of innovation and energy devoted to the refreshed company vision, culture and added resources from the expanded leadership team. It’s an exciting time to rejoin Massage Heights, with development ramping up and a rejuvenated brand story and experience.”

One of the first initiatives Schuetz is building up is the marketing department team, which will be focused on supporting franchisees on their local efforts to further drive brand awareness in each of their communities. “As we maintain a strong brand position on the national level, we know that same positioning has a powerful impact when tailored for our small business owners,” added Schuetz.

About Massage Heights

The massage franchise started in 2004 and has grown to more than 115 Retreats throughout North America by providing personalized wellness treatment options through therapeutic massage and skincare services. The Massage Heights franchise is dedicated to elevating the lives of others by providing Members and Guests with professional, affordable and resort-quality massage, skincare and wellness services. For more information about Massage Heights and its franchise opportunities, please visit MassageHeightsFranchise.com.

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