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2 02, 2022

Senior Helpers Ranks #195 on Entrepreneur’s 2022 Franchise 500 List

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-02-02T09:59:42-05:00February 2nd, 2022|Tags: Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, dementia, family caregivers, in-home senior care, pairing clients with compatible caregivers, personal and companion care, senior care, Senior Helpers, trained and certified caregivers|

Leading In-Home Senior Care Provider Named to Coveted List for Eleventh Consecutive Year.

BALTIMORE — Senior Helpers^®, one of the nation’s premier providers of in-home senior care, has been ranked #195 on Entrepreneur‘s 2022 Franchise 500 list, the world’s most comprehensive franchise ranking. This is the eleventh consecutive year the company has been recognized. The annual list recognizes brands for their outstanding performance in areas including financial strength and stability, unit growth, and brand power. Of the 500 companies listed, Senior Helpers was named among the top-ranked national homecare providers. As the population ages, the demand for home health continues to grow and the COVID-19 pandemic has only emphasized the need for safe in-home care.

“To be recognized for the eleventh year in a row as a top franchise in Entrepreneur‘s competitive ranking is a significant milestone,” said Rob Cantrell, Executive VP of Franchise Development at Senior Helpers. “The in-home senior care industry has been challenged over the past 24 months, and we applaud our franchisees for being nimble and innovative, all while prioritizing safety and quality care for each and every one of our clients.”

Senior Helpers operates with a vision to be the leading home care company in each community it serves. Its caregivers are trained to offer the highest level of care possible based on the company’s Senior Gems^® Alzheimer’s and dementia care program. As the highest measure of excellence in personalized in-home senior care, the program was developed in conjunction with nationally recognized dementia care expert Teepa Snow, Positive Approach, LLC. Local residents will also benefit from the company’s Parkinson’s Care Program, a specialized training program for their caregivers created in conjunction with leading experts from the Parkinson’s Foundation’s Centers of Excellence network.

“Every year we take extraordinary pride in celebrating the companies that are honored in our Franchise 500 list and the 2022 list was no exception,” says Jason Feifer, Entrepreneur editor-in-chief. “The past year has been unlike any in recent memory and the franchise systems who made the 2022 Franchise 500 earned their place by not only teaching us something about franchising, but about entrepreneurship.”

As COVID-19 and the omicron variant spread across the country, Senior Helpers has taken unprecedented steps to ensure the safety of its caregivers, staff and clients. The company reviews guidelines from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) daily and consistently provides owners and staff with ongoing updates. Additionally, Senior Helpers directs all caregivers and staff to follow enhanced prevention procedures, including properly using PPE (face masks, face shields, gloves, etc.), avoiding touching public surfaces, washing their hands often, disinfect all touched surfaces and objects, avoiding crowds and more—all so that clients can age safely and gracefully in the comfort of their own home.

To see the full list of the Franchise 500, click here. Results are published in the publication’s January/February 2022 issue.

Senior Helpers Franchise is a top low-cost franchise, with a franchise fee of $52,500 and total investment between $113,000–$152,000. For more information on the Senior Helpers franchise opportunity, visit https://www.seniorhelpersfranchise.com/.

About Senior Helpers^®
Senior Helpers^® is one of the nation’s premier providers of in-home senior services ranging from specialized care for those with diseases, such as dementia, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, to personal and companion care to help individuals looking for a little assistance with daily activities. Founded in 2002 with a vision to help seniors age with dignity despite age-related illnesses and mobility challenges, Senior Helpers has hundreds of franchised and owned businesses that have cared for tens of thousands of seniors.

Senior Helpers was the first and remains the only national in-home care provider to be certified as a Great Place to Work. The company has been named by Fortune Magazine as one of the best places to work in the aging services category and one of the best places to work in the state of New York. Senior Helpers is named to the Entrepreneur 2020 Top Low-Cost Franchises list as well as one of Entrepreneur’s Top 500 Franchise Companies. Moreover, the company is an approved partner in the Military Spouse Employment Partnership. Senior Helpers is also an active member of the Healthcare Leadership Council — an exclusive alliance of leading healthcare companies from all health sectors committed to advancing the American healthcare system. Learn more by visiting http://www.seniorhelpers.com.

2 02, 2022

Storm Guard Looks to Expand Franchise Into Kansas

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-02-02T09:52:00-05:00February 2nd, 2022|Tags: natural disaster remediation, roofing and construction franchise, Storm Guard|

Trusted Roofing and Construction Brand Aims to Achieve Expansion Goal by Opening Two Locations in Wichita.

FORT WORTH, Texas — Storm Guard – an innovative and community-driven roofing and construction brand – wants to bring their essential home restoration services to Wichita. Having some of the most severe weather in the country, Storm Guard’s services are essential in the nation’s heartland, making it the perfect market for franchise development. The brand currently has 35 locations and is looking to add 100 franchise locations in the next five years, with Kansas being on the list of states they want to break ground in. Storm Guard is looking to open two franchise locations within the Wichita area.

“With the wide range of temperatures, hail, tornadoes and storms that Kansas receives, it’s clear that our services are a necessity,” stated Shane Lynch, President of Storm Guard. “Wichita residents deserve to have their homes restored by honest and reputable contractors who put integrity first, too.”

After travelling to help communities that were devastated by natural disasters, the brand’s founders realized that their exceptional customer service and quality work was needed in a multitude of states. Since 2003, Storm Guard has been helping as many families as possible restore their homes after storms and solve problems that all property owners experience including roofing, siding, window improvements, painting, emergency tarping, and installing proper gutters. All repairs ranging from general home upgrades to storm restoration are completed with their customers’ best interests in mind, with the brand taking measures to ensure their satisfaction such as alleviating the stress of dealing with insurance claims and providing high-quality work without the high cost.

“We know that the work we do is important to those who have been affected by extreme weather and it’s crucial that we grow to reach as many people that desperately need our help as we can,” said Lynch. “Our services are critical for the families we provide services for everyday and we are thrilled to continue applying our passion for rebuilding communities by expanding in Kansas.”

Storm Guard is on a mission to provide their exceptional restoration services to households all across the country by creating franchising opportunities. The ideal Storm Guard franchisee is driven, a good communicator, and takes immense pride in helping their community. The brand’s initial franchise fee is $65,000 and the total investment ranges from $185,400–$221,600.

For more information about Storm Guard, go to https://www.stormguardrc.com. To learn more about franchising opportunities, visit https://www.stormguardfranchising.com/.

About Storm Guard:

Founded in 2003, Storm Guard saw the demand for a company that specializes in roofing and construction. As a single location in Minnesota, Storm Guard found themselves traveling to help local communities that were devastated by natural disasters. After responding to a hurricane in Florida in 2012, the founders saw the need for their services all over the country and decided to turn it into a franchise. Today, Storm Guard has over 35 franchise locations across 17 different states. They are looking for dedicated and exceptional individuals to help continue their success throughout the nation.

27 01, 2022

Restoration 1 CEO Gary Findley to be Featured on CBS’s “Undercover Boss,” Friday, March 11

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-01-27T14:40:16-05:00January 27th, 2022|Tags: emergency mitigations, plumbing repair and installation, Restoration 1, restoration and reconstructions services, restoration for both residential and commercial properties, water smoke fire mold storms damage|

Self-proclaimed Redneck CEO dresses the part and tackles dirty jobs.

WACO, Texas — Restoration 1® CEO Gary Findley will be featured on the Emmy Award-winning, hit television series “Undercover Boss,” Friday, March 11 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+.

“Participating on the show was beyond anything I could have imagined,” said Findley. “It was an incredible experience. Not only did I meet amazing people and hear their stories, but I also got to experience some of the dirtiest and most essential jobs in our business from the viewpoint of those on the front lines who are doing the work and representing the brand every single day.”

Dressed in a mullet wig, dyed beard and mustache, ripped western shirt and fake tattoos, Findley geared up and went to work in four different cities, including Dallas, Washington, D.C., Atlanta, and Denver. He was disguised as someone looking to get into the restoration industry and performed jobs including service calls for mold treatment, wet insulation removal, biohazard waste cleanup and more.

“I witnessed the emergency nature of this business firsthand and the critical need for dedicated service technicians who embrace 24/7 demands even in a pandemic,” Findley said. “At every turn, I saw the skilled training of these employees and the customer service that they provide as the glue that holds our network together.”

Viewers can follow and engage with the episode on Gary Findley’s Twitter, and LinkedIn pages as well as “UNDERCOVER BOSS” social media on Twitter at @Undercover_CBS and Facebook at @UndercoverBossCBS. The official show hashtag is #UndercoverBoss.

About “Undercover Boss”
“Undercover Boss” is a two-time Emmy Award-winning reality series that follows high-level executives as they slip anonymously into the rank-and-file of their own organizations. Each week, a different leader will sacrifice the comfort of their corner office for an undercover mission to examine the inner workings of their operation.

About Restoration 1^®

Founded in 2008, Restoration 1 is an award-winning franchise that specializes in a wide array of emergency mitigations, restoration and reconstructions services. An industry innovator, the Texas-based company uses advanced technologies and tools to perform restoration for both residential and commercial properties that have been damaged due to water, smoke, fire, mold, storms and more. There have been 360 agreements awarded throughout the U.S. with plans to expand to more than 500 locations nationwide in the next couple of years. For more information about Restoration 1, visit http://www.restoration1.com.

27 01, 2022

Oklahoma City Dispensary Becomes a Unity Rd. Local Alliance Partner

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-01-27T14:31:20-05:00January 27th, 2022|Tags: cutting-edge franchise model, decade of proven cannabis operation, emerging industry, franchise innovation, Item 9 Labs Corp., producer and retailer of cannabis, Unity Rd.|

National Cannabis Dispensary Franchise Progresses Midwest Growth; Local Alliance Program Aims to Keep Dispensary Ownership Local by Providing Existing Owners the Backing of a National Franchise System.

OKLAHOMA CITY — Unity Rd., the cannabis dispensary franchise from Item 9 Labs Corp. (OTCQX: INLB), announced today it has signed its first partner through its Local Alliance Program with an Oklahoma City dispensary, Ringside Medical. The shop is located at 14201 N. May Ave. #205 and will be rebranded to Unity Rd.

Unity Rd. launched the Local Alliance Program in 2021 to support local dispensary ownership. Through the program, existing cannabis dispensary owners and license holders can partner with Unity Rd. to gain direct access to the buying power, resources and supportive network normally reserved for multi-unit operators. Partners through this program retain 100% ownership of their dispensary license and business and benefit from the tools, expertise and ongoing support necessary to compliantly and successfully operate a dispensary.

“The U.S. cannabis landscape is comprised of small, independent entrepreneurs and giant, multi-state operators,” said Unity Rd.’s Chief Franchise Officer Mike Weinberger. “With the added layer of complexities that cannabis brings by being federally illegal and so highly regulated, it is challenging for independents to compete with conglomerates that have teams of industry experts who are dedicated to compliance, accounting, marketing, etc. and know how to navigate the intricacies of cannabis.”

Weinberger continued, “The franchise model gives prospective and existing dispensary owners a fighting chance by empowering them with the knowledge, relationships and ongoing support they need to be compliant and focused on growing their business, rather than stuck in day-to-day management.”

“Having the supportive network of a franchise will be a tremendous weight off us and our team,” said Ringside Medical Co-Owner Robin O’Grady. “Cannabis is complicated. You need to constantly be on your toes and able to pivot at a moment’s notice. By joining Unity Rd., we’re expanding our team with experts who have operated cannabis businesses in multiple states and gaining several other benefits that will positively impact our future growth.”

The Local Alliance shop is primed for growth as Oklahoma’s medical cannabis market has surpassed $1.5 billion in revenue since legal sales began in 2018. The state has one of the largest medicinal programs in the U.S. with about 10% of the population, nearly four million residents, having obtained a medical card. Further, Oklahoma activists have already filed two ballot measures this year to legalize adult-use cannabis and overhaul the state’s medical cannabis system.

“We’re hopeful this Local Alliance shop will be the first of many Unity Rd. shops across Oklahoma,” said the marijuana franchise’s Vice President of Franchise Development Justin Livingston. “We’re confident that our team can help owners increase their dispensary’s value within their local communities.”

In addition to Oklahoma, the cannabis franchise is actively seeking partnerships with existing dispensary owners across the United States who would benefit from the systems, processes and ongoing support the franchise offers. Unity Rd. also partners with industry newcomers and currently has multiple agreements signed with nearly 20 entrepreneurial groups who are in various stages of development nationwide. The franchise offers one of the safest routes for cannabis entrepreneurs looking to stake their claim in the fast-growing, complex industry. Backed by time-tested Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and an accomplished team boasting more than 200 years of combined experience in cannabis and franchising, franchise partners are guided through every operational function of the business – whether it be assisting with cash flow, product selection or changing regulations.

To learn more about the Unity Rd. Local Alliance Program, contact partners@unityrd.com or call 480-542-9420.

For more information about the Unity Rd. Franchise Opportunity, contact franchise@unityrd.com, call 720-923-5262 or visit unityrd.com.

About Item 9 Labs Corp.
Item 9 Labs Corp. (OTCQX: INLB) is a vertically integrated cannabis operator and dispensary franchisor delivering premium products from its large-scale cultivation and production facilities in the United States. The award-winning Item 9 Labs brand specializes in best-in-class products and user experience across several cannabis categories. The company also offers a unique dispensary franchise model through the national Unity Rd. retail brand. Easing barriers to entry, the franchise provides an opportunity for both new and existing dispensary owners to leverage the knowledge, resources, and ongoing support needed to thrive in their state compliantly and successfully. Item 9 Labs brings the best industry practices to markets nationwide through distinctive retail experience, cultivation capabilities, and product innovation. The veteran management team combines a diverse skill set with deep experience in the cannabis sector, franchising, and the capital markets to lead a new generation of public cannabis companies that provide transparency, consistency, and well-being. Headquartered in Arizona, the company is currently expanding its operations space by 650,000+ square feet on its 50-acre site, one of the largest properties in Arizona zoned to grow and cultivate flower. For additional information, visit item9labscorp.com.

About Unity Rd.

Unity Rd. is bridging the two previously disconnected worlds of cannabis and franchising. The industry trailblazer is the first to bring the cannabis dispensary franchise model to the United States—with duality of prowess in both industries to back it up. Built up from a collective 200 years in the legal cannabis industry and franchising, the company helps eager operators enter the complex industry with ease. The marijuana franchise pioneer offers its partners the knowledge, resources, and ongoing support needed to compliantly and successfully operate a dispensary. Launched in 2018, Unity Rd. has signed multiple agreements with nearly 20 entrepreneurial groups across the country. Recently, it was named one of the top cannabis retail leaders in the nation by MJBizDaily magazine and one of the “Best Cannabis Companies to Work For” in both the dispensary and cultivation categories in Cannabis Business Times’ elite 2020 list. The company is also the first cannabis business to earn a Franchise Times Dealmakers award. For more information, visit unityrd.com.

27 01, 2022

Hand & Stone Doubles Year-Over-Year Franchise Deals With 59 Development Agreements Signed In 2021

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-01-27T14:21:54-05:00January 27th, 2022|Tags: Hand & Stone, massage and facial services, massage and facial spa franchise, salon and med spa industry, spa concept|

Leading Massage and Facial Spa Franchise Achieves Record-Breaking Year and Accelerates Expansion in the U.S. and Canada.

PHILADELPHIA — Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, the nation’s leading luxury massage and facial spa franchise, announced today that 2021 marked one of the most successful years in its 18-year history, signing 59 new franchise agreements as well as significantly expanding its footprint with 24 new spas. This surge in development doubles the thriving spa concept’s year-over-year signings from 2020 and is fueled by the growth and support of existing franchisees, with more than half of the new agreements in 2021 coming from within the brand’s system. Hand & Stone’s commitment to innovation is a driving force behind its ongoing success. Hand & Stone’s advanced and proprietary massage and facial services are at the forefront of the market and have positioned the brand as the authority on skincare and wellness within the personal services segment.

“2021 was a successful year of franchise development for Hand & Stone. We welcomed several new franchise partners to the system, including established operators with experience in multiple brands. In addition, we saw significant growth from our existing Hand & Stone franchise owners, who accounted for better than 50% of new territory commitments for the year. Our franchise owner’s commitment to the brand and proven success demonstrates the strength of the Hand & Stone model. It is clear that Hand & Stone’s industry-leading innovation and unparalleled service offerings translate to thriving businesses for our franchisees,” said John Teza, CEO of Hand & Stone.

Hand & Stone experienced significant unit growth nationwide throughout 2021, bringing 24 new spas to key markets throughout North America. Hand & Stone expanded the number of markets under development in 2021, adding cities such as El Paso, TX; Mobile, AL; Knoxville, TN; Savannah, GA; Birmingham, AL; and Edmonton, ON to the list of major metros in the brand’s growth pipeline. In May of 2021, Hand & Stone acquired the 23-unit Massage Experts brand, providing the company a footprint in Eastern and Western Canada. There are Hand & Stone spas and Massage Expert clinics in thirty-four states and seven provinces in Canada.

“We closed out 2021 with tremendous momentum and have no doubt that the best is yet to come. We will continue to build upon the strong foundation of the brand. We will continue to engage new and experienced operators from outside the system and know that existing franchise owner development is key to our brand’s overall success. We expect 2022 to be a year of significant growth for Hand & Stone, as we launch Cryoskin body contouring and continue to innovate in both skincare and massage services. We’re focused on attracting the most talented operators across the entire enterprise,” added Teza.

In 2022, Hand & Stone aims to more than double its new spa openings across North America, with the goal of opening 50 locations throughout the U.S. and five in Canada. Additionally, Hand & Stone has aggressive nationwide expansion plans for the year, targeting growth in states like Florida, Texas, Arizona, Ohio and Tennessee.

Throughout 2021, Hand & Stone continued to be recognized as a leading massage and facial services concept and outstanding franchise system. The brand received the Zor Award in the beauty and wellness category by Franchise Times as one of the 10 best franchises to buy in 2021. Hand & Stone also ranked #154 on the publication’s annual Top 400 list (formerly Top 200+), moving up six spots from the 2020 ranking. Most recently, Hand & Stone ranked #296 on Entrepreneur magazine’s highly competitive Franchise 500 ranking of the top franchise brands where it remains one of the leading massage and spa services franchises.

With more than 500 spas across 31 states and Canada, Hand & Stone is the massage and facial industry leader and fastest growing spa franchise concept. For more information about franchise opportunities, visit www.handandstonefranchise.com.

ABOUT HAND & STONE MASSAGE AND FACIAL SPA

Hand & Stone is a 500-plus unit massage and facial spa franchise with a mission to bring massage and facial services to the masses. Launched in 2004, Hand & Stone now has locations in 31 states and Canada. Over the past several years, the brand has garnered noteworthy industry recognition including being named No. 1 in the spa category by Entrepreneur Magazine, ranked No. 8 on Forbes’ Best Franchises to Buy list in the high investment category and is the fastest-growing spa concept in the country. For more information on Hand & Stone, visit www.handandstonefranchise.com.

26 01, 2022

Unity Rd.’s VP of Communications to Present at YoungConference

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-01-26T09:53:14-05:00January 26th, 2022|Tags: cutting-edge franchise model, decade of proven cannabis operation, emerging industry, franchise innovation, Item 9 Labs Corp., producer and retailer of cannabis, Unity Rd.|

Cannabis Dispensary Franchise Joins Impressive Roster of Franchise Leaders and Innovators for Invite-Only Franchise Event for Millennial Professionals.

PHOENIX — Unity Rd., the cannabis dispensary franchise from Item 9 Labs Corp. (OTCQX: INLB), continues to solidify their position as industry trailblazers. Vice President of Communications Jayne Levy is presenting at YoungConference, an event geared for the Millennial generation of franchise leaders, January 30 – February 1 in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. Unity Rd. will be presenting on how franchising has made its entrance into cannabis, providing an inside look at the roadmap to franchising a cannabis concept, value it brings to franchising and future industry growth.

Innovative franchise C-Suites will gather and learn from one another through an intensive series of back-to-back workshops on the latest and greatest strategies in franchise development, digital marketing, and business technologies. In addition to Unity Rd., attendees will have the opportunity to hear from other franchise leaders such as Michael Browning, CEO of Unleashed Brands, Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbeque, and Tony Zaccario, CEO of Stretch Zone.

A prime example of a millennial franchising leader, Levy has worked in franchise-focused communications for more than a decade. She has executed public relations initiatives for 70-plus franchisors, spanning across 20 different industries and networks of one to 3,000-plus locations. She joined the Unity Rd. team in December 2017 and, upon Item 9 Labs Corp.’s acquisition of the franchise in March 2021, has taken a lead role in guiding internal and external communications across the Company.

“With my diverse franchise background, I know what tools, strategies, and business tactics are needed to make a franchise company that’s built to last,” said Levy. “Throughout my career, I’ve watched several of today’s top franchise players grow from small chains to giants in their respective industries and have had the honor to be part of Unity Rd.’s growth from its early days to a roster of 20 partners building the brand across the U.S.”

Levy added, “Cannabis is a 25-plus billion dollar a year industry that’s still in its infancy, and it’s opportunities like YoungConference, where we can share the stage with other franchise executives and teach developing franchise professionals about the flourishing cannabis industry, that will help normalize franchising’s hottest sector.”

Unity Rd. is the first to franchise cannabis dispensaries on a national scale in the United States. Prospective industry entrepreneurs have deemed Unity Rd. the go-to franchise opportunity for entering and navigating the complex cannabis industry. The marijuana dispensary franchise is actively seeking qualified partners who would benefit from the systems, processes and ongoing support the franchise offers. Currently, Unity Rd. has multiple agreements signed with nearly 20 entrepreneurial groups who are in various stages of development nationwide.

To learn more about the Unity Rd. franchise opportunity, contact franchise@unityrd.com, call 720-923-5262 or visit unityrd.com.

ABOUT UNITY RD.:

25 01, 2022

D1 Training Flexes 2022 Expansion Efforts, Aims to Award 70+ Units Bringing Development Total to Over 200

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-01-25T11:32:53-05:00January 25th, 2022|Tags: athletic-based training, D1 Training, fitness concept, fitness industry, membership-based gym and boutique fitness franchise|

Multi-Unit Agreements, Strategic Investments, and Industry Awards Fuel Leading Fitness Franchise’s Immense Growth.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — D1 Training, a leading fitness concept utilizing the five core tenets of athletic-based training to help people of all ages, from youth athletes to fitness-minded adults, achieve their sport and fitness goals, looks to build on the momentum of a strong development year in 2021. D1 celebrated the opening of seven new locations and awarded 36 franchises throughout the year. Heading into 2022, D1 has set an aggressive expansion goal to award 70-plus units that will bring its development total to over 250 facilities nationwide.

Fueling these expansion efforts is a strategic investment from Princeton Equity Group that will propel D1 into a national brand synonymous with high-caliber athletic performance and fitness. With this partnership, D1 is positioned for major growth in 2022 and is seeking qualified, community-minded franchisees with a passion for the fitness industry.

D1 Training has experienced 48% same-store-sales growth year-over-year as the industry remains strong as ever, with an untapped growth potential in scholastic training. The competitive landscape of youth sports is ever changing and having access to a place like D1 – where young athletes can hone their skills – is becoming increasingly important. This paired with D1’s adult and personal training programs are providing an unmatched opportunity.

“One of our main differentiators, and what makes D1 a game changer in the industry, is our Scholastic Training that makes up over 61% of total revenue,” said Dan Murphy, Chief Operating Officer. “Simply put, there is no other fitness franchise offering a focus on the scholastic athlete quite like we do, while also providing a superior adult training experience.”

All locations offer three core training programs, Scholastic (Rookie, Developmental, Prep and Overtime), Adult and Pro. Each fitness program is based on the five athletic-based tenets: dynamic warm-up, performance, strength program, core and conditioning, and cool down. Outside of group workouts, D1 Training offers one-on-one training with world-class coaches.

“We attribute our brand’s success to our strong franchise network that shares our same community-first mentality and believes in delivering the D1 experience to everyone,” adds Murphy. “We’ve been seeing all-time high surges in memberships, validating the importance of fitness, health and wellness among consumers. Now, we continue to see engagement at or above pre-pandemic levels across the nation.”

As a result of D1’s strength and performance, new owners are flocking to the franchise opportunity as it fills a void in communities nationwide with a unique service offering that previously did not exist. Whether it be those looking to escape corporate America, families going into business together, or professional athletes like Tim Tebow, Peyton Manning, and Von Miller, D1 Training is gaining national attention with top-tier entrepreneurs ready to invest.

The success of the brand has not gone unnoticed as the industry has recognized D1 with several award wins including being endorsed by the National Academy of Sports Medicine, ranking in Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500, being named a top 30 gym in America by Men’s Health Magazine, and making an appearance on the prestigious Inc. 5000.

For more information on D1 Training and franchise opportunities, please visit www.d1franchise.com, call 615-461-4847 or email Richard.collins@d1training.com.

About D1 Training

Founded in 2001 by former NFL player Will Bartholomew, D1 Training began franchising in 2017. The brand was recently ranked in Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500, named a top 30 gym in America by Men’s Health Magazine, and appeared on The Inc. 5000. D1 Training has been endorsed as an approved training facility by the NFL Players Association and is a preferred partner of the National Academy of Sports Medicine. D1 Training is actively seeking qualified, community-minded, single and multi-unit franchisees with a passion for the fitness industry. For more information on D1 Training and franchise opportunities, visit https://www.d1franchise.com/.

25 01, 2022

Authority Brands Acquires Woofie’s and Launches Emerging Brands Initiative

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-01-25T11:16:23-05:00January 25th, 2022|Tags: America's Swimming Pool Company, at-home care, Authority Brands, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, home services franchising platform, Homewatch CareGivers, 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|

COLUMBIA, Md. — Authority Brands announced today the purchase of Woofie’s, a Virginia-based pet care franchise. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition marks the 10^th brand addition for Authority Brands since October 2018, with Woofie’s representing the company’s 12^th brand in its home service portfolio.

Co-founded by Amy Reed and Leslie Barron in 2004 in Ashburn, VA., Woofie’s is the only mobile franchise in the professional pet care industry to offer the combined services of pet sitting, dog walking and mobile pet spa services. Woofie’s began franchising in 2018 and currently has four locations operating in Virginia.

Authority Brands’ acquisition of Woofie’s marks the launch of the company’s incubator for emerging brands within the home services sector. The incubator is designed to leverage the company’s in-depth home services experience to accelerate growth and development of smaller-scale franchise concepts that have a proven system and strong management.

“Woofie’s is a great addition to the Authority Brands’ portfolio as Amy and Leslie have built a strong brand with a passionate following,” said Rob Weddle, Chief Executive Officer, Authority Brands. “Additionally, we’re excited to leverage our extensive home services experience to fuel Woofie’s expansion as well as many other emerging service brands. The launch of this initiative allows our Authority Brands’ leadership to follow their passion – helping and guiding brands with great potential. We look forward to contributing to Woofie’s future success and identifying others in the coming months and years.”

Companies under the Authority Brands umbrella include leading home service brands The Cleaning Authority, Homewatch CareGivers, America’s Swimming Pool Company, Mosquito Squad, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, Mister Sparky, One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning, Monster Tree Service, STOP Restoration, DoodyCalls, and Color World Housepainting. They operate across the residential cleaning, at-home care, swimming pool repair and maintenance, pest control services, plumbing, electrical and heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (“HVAC”), tree care, restoration, pet waste removal, and painting sectors, respectively. Authority Brands supports individual franchisee growth by providing strong marketing, technology and operational tools and resources.

“With the launch of Authority Brands’ incubator, we are seeking innovative emerging concepts eager to leverage Authority Brands’ expertise in building home service brands. We were impressed with Amy and Leslie’s leadership and know they are a great fit for our new incubator program. Amy and Leslie have built a company and culture that has tremendous potential, and we are excited to help them expand exponentially,” said Ashish Karandikar, Board of Directors member of Authority Brands’ parent company and Partner at Apax.

“When we launched Woofie’s in 2004, we did so to share our passion and love for pets in our local community. Now as a member of the Authority Brands family, we are excited to bring our leading pet care services to many more communities and pet lovers. The resources and experience that Rob and his team bring to Woofie’s are immense and we can’t wait to grow our brand together,” said Amy Reed, Co-founder, Woofie’s.

About Authority Brands

Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Authority Brands’ companies include 11 leading home service franchisors: America’s Swimming Pool Company, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, The Cleaning Authority, Color World Housepainting, DoodyCalls, Homewatch CareGivers, Mister Sparky, Monster Tree Service, Mosquito Squad, One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning, and STOP Restoration. Together, these brands provide home services through more than 1,900 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.

25 01, 2022

Right at Home Joins HomesRenewed Coalition

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-01-25T11:10:04-05:00January 25th, 2022|Tags: adults with a disability, in-home companionship, personal care, quality of life for seniors, Right at Home|

Coalition seeks policies for needed home modifications to support aging in place.

OMAHA, Neb. — Right at Home, one of the world’s foremost providers of in-home care for seniors and adults with disabilities, has joined other leading brands in the senior care market as a member of the HomesRenewed Coalition. The coalition supports policies that encourage modifications to existing homes to help older adults age in place.

“Right at Home appreciates the work of the HomesRenewed Coalition and finds that its goal of seeking policies that allow tax incentives for home modifications fits well with the Right at Home mission, to improve the lives of those we serve,” said Brian Petranick, President and CEO of Right at Home. “Historically, housing design did not take into account the aging process and the physical constraints it imposes on seniors and adults living with disabilities who want to age in their home environment. Tax policy to incentivize these much-needed modifications would pay for itself over time with reduced fall risk and less utilization of more costly care options.”

While presenting at the Gerontological Society of America Annual Scientific Meeting last November, Dr. Jesse Abraham with the HomesRenewed Resource Center reported an alarming statistic: According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2019 American Housing Survey, of the 14 million households headed by someone over age 75, 46% had an acknowledged accessibility problem (either entering the home; or getting to or using the bathroom, kitchen or bedroom).

Surveys have revealed the desire of seniors to remain in their homes longer, and there are numerous proposals, pilots and initiatives to introduce more care in the home. However, older homes in which many seniors reside often have steep stairs, unsafe or nonexistent railings, uneven surfaces, and poor lighting that do not accommodate the aging process.

The coalition calls on Congress to enact policies that:

Allow individuals to use their pre-tax retirement accounts tax- and penalty-free to pay for aging-in-place modifications in their homes.
Create tax credits or deductions for homeowners who proactively prepare their homes for aging in place.

Tax incentives for age-friendly design elements would help improve homes for older adults and allow them to age in place and receive more health care services in the home. These design elements could include improvements such as railings on stairways, ramps to access entryways, and accessible features in kitchens and bathrooms.

Right at Home’s expertise in navigating the aging care journey will help the HomesRenewed Coalition in its advocacy efforts for accessible homes for seniors.

About HomesRenewed Coalition:
The HomesRenewed Coalition’s mission is to significantly increase the number of American homes prepared for residents to live throughout the modern lifespan. We promote the establishment of consumer incentives for home updates on Wall Street, Main Street, and Capitol Hill. Updated homes are the missing link needed to avoid a crisis in housing and care for older Americans, which threatens the long-term solvency of the social safety net. This broad-based coalition uses education and advocacy to promote market-based solutions to reduce medical costs, improve the delivery of services, and increase the dignity, choice, and independence of older Americans living in their homes in their communities. By crossing sectors and unifying voices, we are launching an “Aging in Place Industry.” Our members include Lowe’s, Lifeway Mobility, LifewiseCHM, Axxess, Seniors Homes Services, VGM Live at Home, National Seating & Mobility, TruBlue Total House Care, Right at Home, Age Safe America, HandyPRo, Home Safety Services, and many others. For more information, visit www.homesrenewedcoalition.com.

ABOUT RIGHT AT HOME:

Founded in 1995, Right at Home offers in-home care to seniors and adults with disabilities who want to live independently. Most Right at Home offices are independently owned and operated, and directly employ and supervise all caregiving staff. Each caregiver is thoroughly screened, trained, and bonded/insured before entering a client’s home. Right at Home’s global headquarters is based in Omaha, Nebraska, with more than 600 franchise locations in the U.S. and seven other countries. For more information about Right at Home, visit https://www.rightathome.net or read the Right at Home blog at https://www.rightathome.net/blog/.

25 01, 2022

East Coast Wings + Grill Flexes Unit Level Economics Systems in 2021

Tatyana Stemkovski2022-01-25T11:01:49-05:00January 25th, 2022|Tags: East Coast Wings + Grill, fast-casual restaurant, full-service family-dining franchise|

Casual Dining Restaurant Franchise Has Record Year with Pandemic Off-Ramping.

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — East Coast Wings + Grill (ECW+G) – a full-service, casual-dining restaurant franchise – experienced record-breaking sales due to the company’s laser-like-focus on unit level economics and franchisee support. In doing so, ECW+G delivered a Unit Level Average EBIT of 13.7 percent.

Predominantly based in the southeast region of the United States, ECW+G has seen a notable uptick in same-stores sales through the Pandemic – positive momentum that carried the franchise model through 2021. In fact, 62 percent of the franchisees had a record-breaking year- measuring from a unit’s inception and any unit’s record prior 2021.

These promising returns are the result of a strategic off-ramping process, which began in late December 2020 into January 2021 for ECW+G, to best handle the repercussions of the pandemic.

The leadership team, led by CEO Sam G. Ballas, devoted a number of resources to maximizing operational efficiency at the unit-level to ensure franchisees remained as profitable as possible – even during the highest Cost of Sales the brand has seen in 10 years. Additionally, the franchise reassessed and optimized its supply chain moving to a weekly basis and remained zoned in on making purposeful adjustments to positively drive unit-level data.

Because of its unique off-ramping efforts in 2021, ECW+G is experienced strong performance:

Four locations broke the $3+mm revenue mark, one was $65k from $4mm.
202l check averages were up 9.9 percent over the blended years of 2019-20.
2021 avg. unit gross rev. increased 18.1 percent over 2020 and 23.7 percent over blended 2019-20.
Take out sales retained a 9.4 percent lift over blended 2019-20.
Average unit Cost of Sales took an acceptable increase of 3.9 percent over 2020.
New unit development box size was proofed at 2,200 sq. ft., delivering a $1.61mm gross rev. driving the brand in 2022 to a new box range of 2,400-2,800 sq. ft.

Altogether, these numbers validate the importance of driving unit level economics, being able to adapt and having a trusting relationship with franchisees.

“The culture of our brand is driving unit level numbers while coaching franchisees on the importance of every dime and nickel,” said Ballas. “2021 had false hopes. We hoped that the Pandemic would have off-ramped sooner, and that supply chain inflections were to be short lived. These hopes burst in early Q2 of 2021, as ECW + Grill was not immune to inflection. We had a couple of locations forced to go dark for relocating with circumstances uncontrollable by our franchisees, then faced construction supply chain issues. Having to RFP new food items as manufacturing became a daily inflection. We had to swiftly re-coach our franchise system of the importance in managing the middle of the P&L for assuring optimal bottom-line results. I am glad 2021 is in the books, and I am ecstatic how our franchisees and the brand’s support system performed.”

Due to the company’s 2021 performance, ECW + Grill has captured the attention of many candidates. From Q3 2021 to date, the brand added three new franchisees, one a multi-unit operator and poised to sign two additional franchisees in Q1 of 2022. ECW+G is now uniquely positioned to scale the super-regional brand to 50-60 operating units by year end 2024. “As a CEO and founder, I had to look at the markets, restaurant space and future development through a new lens. Adapting to the ‘new normal’ is making it much easier to see what we have to do to continue to grow both new markets and existing franchisee revenues. It will take smart growth, sticking to our core philosophy and adjusting the view from our lens as we add new markets this year,” said Ballas.

ECW+G is targeting regional expansion in Southeast markets within North Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

ABOUT EAST COAST WINGS + GRILL

East Coast Wings + Grill is a full-service, casual-dining franchise that spotlights Buffalo wings and fresh crafted burgers. The thoughtfully-crafted menu also offers a variety of other options to satisfy every family member’s taste buds. With more than 60-nationwide locations currently operating or in various stages of development, the franchise recently secured a top spot on Restaurant Business Magazine’s “Future 50” list of fastest-growing, U.S. mid-sized restaurant chains for the second-consecutive year. Entrepreneur magazine also named East Coast Wings + Grill one of the nation’s top franchise investments, and Franchise Times magazine ranked the company No. 383 on its “Top 200+” list of top revenue-producing U.S. franchises. The concept has also been recognized by The Franchise Grade and Franchise Business Review for transparency during the franchise sales process, franchisee support and overall franchisee satisfaction. For more information about East Coast Wings + Grill or its franchise opportunities, visit www.eastcoastwings.com or www.eastcoastwingsfranchise.com.

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