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3 06, 2021

BrightStar Care Named 2021 Enterprise Champion for Quality Award for Ninth Consecutive Year

2021-06-03T13:14:03-04:00June 3rd, 2021|Tags: , , , , |

World’s Premier Home Care Franchise Receives Prestigious Recognition from The Joint Commission.

GURNEE, Ill. — BrightStar Care, a national private duty home care and medical staffing franchise with over 340 locally owned and operated locations nationwide, was awarded The Joint Commission’s 2021 Enterprise Champion for Quality Award, reinforcing the brand’s devotion to the highest standards of quality and safety in in-home care.

BrightStar Care is the only organization to achieve the title nine years in a row, with more than 95 percent of its franchisees accredited by The Joint Commission, the nation’s oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in health care. Additionally, BrightStar Care is one of only two franchisors to receive this title since the award’s inception in 2013.

Receiving the Gold Seal of Approval® from The Joint Commission means that health care organizations have completed a comprehensive on-site review and follow the policies and procedures established by their organization. To achieve accreditation, organizations must incorporate Joint Commission standards and requirements into their policies, procedures and training materials, as well as conduct consistent mock evaluations. Joint Commission accreditation helps organizations improve safety procedures, which became even more important amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Since its inception, it has been BrightStar Care’s utmost objective to deliver the gold standard of high-quality in-home care for our patients to stay comfortable and safe in their homes and we are thrilled that The Joint Commission recognizes our efforts by awarding us with its Enterprise Champion for Quality Award for the ninth time in a row,” said Shelly Sun, founder and CEO of BrightStar Care. “This past year illustrated the growing importance of having access to a quality home care for home-bound patients and we will continue collaborating with our franchisees to ensure that our patients receive the high-quality care they deserve.”

“It’s a privilege to be awarded The Joint Commission’s Enterprise Champion for Quality Award for the ninth year in a row as we’re dedicated to continuously improving the quality of care BrightStar Care provides,” said Josie Rhoades, vice president of Clinical Operations at BrightStar Care. “We take great pride in providing a higher standard of care and making sure franchisees are equipped with the right training and resources to remain a recipient of the prestigious honor.”

“We are pleased to recognize BrightStar Care for the ninth consecutive year with the Enterprise Champion for Quality Award,” said Gary Bachrach, executive director, Home Care Accreditation Program, The Joint Commission. “We applaud the BrightStar Care organization for its commitment and effort to work closely with its franchisees to help improve quality and safety for the many individuals and families it serves within the home care setting across the country.”

Joint Commission accreditation is a known quality indicator within the industry as it is the same organization that accredits and certifies more than 22,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States. Joint Commission accreditation has allowed BrightStar Care to help its clients continue living safely in their homes and help prevent hospital re-admission.”

BrightStar Care provides the full continuum of home care services comprised of companionship, personal care, dementia care, transportation, medication assistance, skilled nursing and more to improve clients’ health and quality of life.

For more information on BrightStar Care, please visit www.brightstarcare.com.
For more information on The Joint Commission, please visit www.jointcommission.org.

About BrightStar Care

Based in Chicago, BrightStar Care is a national private duty home care and medical staffing franchise with over 340 locations which provide medical and non-medical services to clients within their homes, as well as supplemental care staff to corporate clients. BrightStar Care franchise locations across the country employ over 16,000 caregivers and over 5,700 nurses who play a unique role in overseeing the care for each individual client. BrightStar Care has a strong leadership, with its CEO & Founder Shelly Sun being named one of the top 25 highest rated CEOs during the COVID crisis by Glassdoor, along with one of the Top 100 Female Founders by Inc. MagazineBrightStar Care has also ranked on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list for ten consecutive years. In addition, BrightStar Care is the only national home care franchise to receive The Joint Commission’s Enterprise Champion for Quality award every year since the award’s inception. For more information on BrightStar Care please visit www.brightstarcare.com.

3 06, 2021

Senior Helpers® Northern Colorado Named to BizWest’s Mercury 100 List: Top 50 Fastest Growing Companies in Boulder County and Northern Colorado

2021-06-03T13:01:26-04:00June 3rd, 2021|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Premier in-home senior care provider experiences a 288% revenue growth from 2018 to 2020, proving itself as a top regional performer.

FORT COLLINS, Colo. — Senior Helpers®, the nation’s premier provider of in-home senior care, today announced its Northern Colorado location was named to BizWest‘s Mercury 100 List of fastest growing private companies in Boulder County and Northern Colorado. The franchise serves senior citizens and their families throughout Larimer and Weld Counties, including Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor and Greeley. The Mercury 100 List recognizes 50 companies in Boulder Valley and 50 companies in Northern Colorado. Among the companies listed from Northern Colorado, Senior Helpers was ranked second in flight 3, which recognizes companies with 2020 revenues between $1.8$4 million. Senior Helpers’ professionally trained caregivers help local seniors continue to enjoy the comfort of their own home despite age-related illnesses and mobility challenges.

“We are honored to be named to BizWest‘s list of the region’s fastest-growing companies because it reinforces not only our dedication to serving more older adults, but also employing and training more caregivers, especially during such challenging times,” said Gil Atanasoff, owner and executive director of Senior Helpers Northern Colorado. “This recognition would not have been possible without our team of dedicated and passionate caregivers and employees. We provide a valuable resource to the Northern Colorado community by helping to alleviate the stress associated with caring for loved ones and ensure a better quality of life for families through personalized in-home senior care.”

The Mercury 100 list ranks privately held companies by percentage revenue growth over a two-year period. The top companies are divided into five “flights,” with the highest revenue earners in flight one. The Mercury List is compiled by BizWest‘s research department and vetted by Anton Collins Mitchell, a provider of assurance, tax and consulting services to entrepreneurs and established companies ranging in size. The top companies in each flight were honored during a virtual celebration on May 27.

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.

To see the full list of the Mercury 100, click here. Complete results will be published in BizWest‘s June 2021 issue.

About BizWest Media, LLC.
BizWest was formed in March 2014 through the merger of the Boulder County Business Report and the Northern Colorado Business Report. The merger created a regional business-news powerhouse, covering a dynamic region of Boulder, Broomfield, Larimer and Weld counties, with a population exceeding 1 million people. Major industries in the BizWest coverage area include aerospace, agribusiness, banking, bioscience, clean tech, energy, health care, hospitality & tourism, natural & organic, outdoor industry, real estate & construction, technology and many more. BizWest Media LLC is co-owned and operated by Jeff Nuttall and Chris Wood.

SOURCE Senior Helpers

About Senior Helpers®   
Senior Helpers® is the nation’s premier provider 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. The company is owned by Advocate Aurora Enterprises, a subsidiary of Advocate Aurora Health, one of the nation’s largest health systems.

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 for ten consecutive years. 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.

3 06, 2021

Interim HealthCare Inc. Names 2021 Nurse of the Year

2021-06-03T12:45:08-04:00June 3rd, 2021|Tags: , , , , |

Ashlee Burrows of Lincoln, Nebraska commended for going above and beyond to safely care for and build trusting relationships with patients at home.

SUNRISE, Fla. — Interim HealthCare Inc., the nation’s leading franchise network of home care, senior care, home health and hospice and healthcare staffing services, today named Ashlee Burrows its 2021 Nurse of the Year. Ashlee is a registered nurse and case manager for Interim HealthCare of Lincoln, Nebraska, and is commended for going above and beyond to bring comfort and care through the unrivaled power of home-based care to medically complex patients and their families.

This honor is given to an individual who embodies Interim HealthCare’s core values of integrity, compassion and customer focus. Nominations were submitted for extraordinary nurses from Interim HealthCare locations across the country as part of the company’s annual celebration and recognition for National Nurses Month in May.

“We are grateful for Ashlee being honored as National Nurse of the Year,” said Lynette and Mark Helling, owners of Interim HealthCare of Lincoln, Nebraska. “We have seen her continued growth, starting as a college student working as a home health aide, and later returning as an RN case manager. She is a caring and diligent nurse that has positively impacted the lives of our clients, as well as being a great member of our clinical team. We are very proud of her and the whole team takes joy in her receiving this award.”

Since joining Interim HealthCare of Lincoln, Nebraska in 2015, Ashlee has developed unique expertise in caring for and building trusting relationships with medically complex patients. These individuals are often experiencing multiple healthcare diagnoses and compounding factors, from medical needs to psychological conditions and financial instability.  

Ashlee also makes a special effort to integrate with needed community services for her patients, to regularly communicate with them and help them take an active role in their health as well as with family, case workers, group home and assisted living facility members who are involved in their care team.

“I’m so grateful to have chosen a career that allows me to impact so many lives in my community. I am honored to be recognized as Interim HealthCare’s Nurse of the Year,” said Ashlee Burrows. “Building one-on-one connections with my patients and helping to improve their health and lives is a true calling for me, and I am fortunate to have been called to such meaningful work.”

To attract future award-winning employees, Interim HealthCare’s ‘Made for This‘ recruiting campaign matches those striving to serve, help, support, care and connect with a career in home healthcare. The company seeks employees for a range of career paths from paraprofessionals (home health, hospice and support aides) to LPNs, RNs, therapists, and CNAs. Interim HealthCare is also recruiting service-oriented people wanting to transition from other industries, or those looking to change healthcare careers to gain more flexibility and autonomy.

For more information about working with Interim HealthCare, please visit  https://www.interimhealthcare.com/careers/

About Interim HealthCare Inc.

Interim HealthCare Inc., founded in 1966, is a leading national franchisor of home care, hospice and healthcare staffing. It is part of Caring Brands International, which also includes UK-based Bluebird Care and Australia-based Just Better Care, both well-known franchise brands in their countries. With more than 530 franchise locations in seven countries, Caring Brands International is a global healthcare leader.

Interim HealthCare in the United States is unique in combining the commitment of local ownership with the support of a national organization that develops innovative programs and quality standards that improve the delivery of service. Franchisees employ nurses, therapists, aides, companions and other healthcare professionals who provide 25 million hours of home care service to 190,000 people each year, meeting a variety of home health, senior care, hospice, palliative care, pediatric care and healthcare staffing needs. For more information or to locate an Interim HealthCare office, visit www.interimhealthcare.com.

2 06, 2021

Blo Blow Dry Bar Accelerates Florida Development with Announcement of Six-Unit Franchise Agreement

2021-06-02T10:51:25-04:00June 2nd, 2021|Tags: , , , , , |

World’s Leading Blow Dry Bar Franchise Signs Largest Individual Deal in Company History.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Blo Blow Dry Bar, North America’s original blow dry bar and the world’s largest blow dry bar franchise, announced today the signing of a six-unit franchise agreement to expand its brand in the northern Florida area. With this agreement, Blo Blow Dry Bar continues its growth momentum and inks the largest individual deal in the company’s history.

Currently, Blo Blow Dry bar has nine successful locations open and operating throughout the Sunshine State, from Miami to Tampa to Jacksonville. The new six-unit agreement will bring another location to Jacksonville, slated to open in Q4 2021, with additional locations opening annually thereafter.

Spearheading this Florida expansion is Heather Stankard, an existing Blo Blow Dry Bar franchisee who has been operating the Jacksonville location since December of 2018. Stankard grew up in Cocoa Beach, earned a degree in nursing and has now been living in Jacksonville for nearly 30 years. After becoming a stay-at-home mom, she was itching to get back into a people-centric career and achieve a long-sought-after dream of running her own local business. Stankard was originally a guest of her local Blo Blow Dry Bar and offered to buy it which is when she joined the franchise system. Quickly after purchasing the location, she added makeup services which is now 20% of her overall business and has also seen significant growth with memberships. Starting as a huge fan and advocate of Blo Blow Dry Bar, Stankard is empowered to open more locations with the number one brand in this beauty and wellness space.

“I knew I needed to make a big change in my life and the Blo Blow Dry Bar opportunity couldn’t have come at a more perfect time,” said Stankard. “I drove by my local salon every day as it was being built, eagerly awaiting its opening, and became hooked after my very first blowout. I grew such a connection with the company and its employees so I started researching everything I could. Even with a background in nursing, I felt supported every step of the way by the Blo Blow Dry Bar corporate team. I never would’ve signed on for more stores if it wasn’t for them.”

Stankard plans to expand into northern Florida, Gainesville and Tallahassee, opening one location every year. The signed agreement covers territories in three counties, Clay, Duval and St. Johns. Building on this momentum, Blo Blow Dry Bar is targeting to open 40 more locations throughout the state within the next five years and company executives are seeking franchise partners to join this expansion in key markets.

“In franchising, growth is good but internal growth is better,” said Patrick Pantano, Vice President, Franchise Development, Blo Blow Dry Bar. “When a proven franchisee like Heather doubles down on her current investment to open six more units, it speaks to the tremendous belief she has in the Blo concept and the support she receives. We are excited to have yet another ’empire builder’ in our system developing a strong market in Jacksonville.”

Meeting at the intersection of beauty and wellness, Blo Blow Dry Bar prioritizes self-care and wellness by cultivating a seamless and enjoyable experience for guests upon their arrival, during and after their services. Highlighting a range of services including popular blowouts, signature styles, makeup and more, expert stylists and artists offer guests an unmatched experience. People of all ages and stages of life can expect the pink carpet to be rolled out for their visit.

As an established brand with a proven business model, the franchise is leading the $47 billion a year industry and continuing to grow at a rapid rate. The company practices a collaborative approach in all its efforts, ensuring that new ideas are not only being brought to the table but added to the roster of existing services or incorporated into daily operations. Blo Blow Dry Bar goes beyond beauty – it is strategically positioned to meet growing customer demands and provide a superior service with consistent results.

“We’ve significantly grown since our inception and have set goals to enhance more lives in the Jacksonville and northern Florida communities through this new agreement,” said Vanessa Yakobson, CEO of Blo Blow Dry Bar. “Our franchise has been built on a streamlined business model, entrepreneurial-minded franchisees and a collaborative, tight-knit community that will lead to continued success of this company.”

Blo Blow Dry Bar is currently seeking single- and multi- unit operators to join the brand’s rapid expansion. For more information about franchise opportunities visit https://franchise.blomedry.com/.

About Blo Blow Dry Bar 

Blo Blow Dry Bar is North America’s original blow dry bar and the world’s largest blow dry bar franchise. The company transformed beauty norms and reinvented the salon industry when it launched the “no cuts, no color” concept: only blow outs. Since opening its first location in Canada in 2007, Blo has grown to over 130 locations across the U.S. and Canada and continues to expand rapidly. With a mission to enhance the lives of those in the community through the power of flawless blow outs and beauty services, Blo Blow Dry Bar offers perfectly styled hair and exceptional customer experiences seven days a week. For more information visit www.blomedry.com.

2 06, 2021

Fastest Labs Expands into Tennessee with Newly Opened Cookeville Location

2021-06-02T10:41:35-04:00June 2nd, 2021|Tags: , , |

DNA and Drug Testing Franchise Continues to Grow as it Aims to Add 12 Locations to the State by 2022.

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. — Fastest Labs, a Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing franchise, has added a new location in Cookeville, Tennessee to its growing list of facilities across America. This new location marks the first Fastest Labs in the state, having opened in April 2021, and is located at 545 E. Spring St. The growing franchise brand aims to develop an additional 12 locations across Tennessee, through strategic franchise partnerships, in territories including Chattanooga, Knoxville and Murfreesboro.

The newest franchisee to be welcomed to the Fastest Labs family, Amanda Howard, is an accomplished business owner and attorney. Howard’s experience working with clients to get drug, alcohol and DNA testing is what prompted her to get involved with the drug testing franchise. Howard first realized the need for a solution within her community when she learned her clients would have to drive over two hours just to get tested at the nearest lab, and then wait several weeks to get results. On top of owning her own law practice, Howard is a single mom to two daughters and was looking for a franchise opportunity that would provide a solution to her community while being easy to manage as a working mother.

“What drew me to the Fastest Labs franchise opportunity was how easy they have made the process to open and run the business,” said Howard. “Working with the Cookeville community, I saw a huge need for safe, quick and easy testing. Fastest Labs provided all of those options and their team worked with me every step of the way to make sure we are successful. They’ve created a system for franchisees to be supported by assisting us in finding a location, training and hiring a staff and more. They made opening my first location so easy and I’m definitely considering opening another facility in the future.”

With a determined leadership team, committed group of franchise partners and a heightened demand for services, Fastest Labs has accelerated development efforts, with the goal of reaching 100 locations by year-end. The brand currently sits at 58 locations – with more than twelve in development – across 22 states. In the last year, the brand signed 19 franchise agreements, the most it’s seen since it began franchising in 2010. Fastest Labs is on track to have a historic, record-breaking year as it is on track to continue hitting major milestones and breaking into new states across the country.

“We’re excited to welcome Amanda to the Fastest Labs family, and her immense business knowledge is a huge asset to our team,” said Dave Claflin, the CEO and Founder of Fastest Labs. “As we continue to grow our franchise, we are always looking for hard working and service-focused individuals, and Amanda exemplifies that. Her passion to serve the community and driven work ethic is truly inspiring, and we’re eager to see all of her future success.”

Fastest Labs is a non-medical drug testing franchise specializing in drug, alcohol and DNA testing services for private individuals and corporate America. Types of B2B services include urine screening, hair testing, fingernail testing, saliva testing, sweat patch testing, DNA paternity, background check and managing drug/alcohol programs.

Each location is committed to seeing individuals within five minutes of their arrival with no appointment necessary, as Fastest Labs’ proprietary technology eliminates the need for paperwork. With their advanced system, test results are uploaded into an individual’s client portal within seconds of testing. With a customer promise to offer the cleanest and fastest service in the industry, Fastest Labs is not offering COVID tests in their facilities.

For more information on Fastest Labs and its franchise opportunity, please visit https://www.fastestlabs.com/own-a-franchise/.

ABOUT FASTEST LABS

Fastest Labs is the premier drug, alcohol, and DNA testing franchise providing certified testing for both private and legal purposes. Fastest Labs delivers clean, fast testing with an extremely high level of customer service. With 58 units open in 22 states, the brand offers affordable lab tests for businesses, individuals, students, teens and corporations. Additionally, Fastest Labs has been recognized as a top franchise opportunity in 2021 by Franchise Business Review. For more information about Fastest Labs franchise opportunity, please visit: https://www.fastestlabs.com/own-a-franchise/.

1 06, 2021

Blue Moon Estate Sales Survey Results Shows Older Adults Are Ready to Move

2021-06-01T12:33:28-04:00June 1st, 2021|Tags: |

RALEIGH, N.C. — Whether it’s an effect of the pandemic, taking advantage of the booming housing market, or time to downsize, people are on the move based on results from a new survey taken by Blue Moon Estate Sales.

The leading estate sale franchise in the U.S. recently surveyed* over 700 men and women over the age of 55 on their intentions of moving in the near future and their plan for their belongings.

Here are some of the findings:

Moving Away

  • Of those aged 55 and up, 19% report they are planning to relocate by 2023.
  • A 2021 move is still in the plans of 8% of the survey takers.
  • The top reason for moving is retirement and/or vacation home use.

To Take it or Leave it?

  • A span of five weeks to many months is the length of time 75% of respondents expect to spend preparing their home for sale.
  • 63% of respondents are planning to get rid of 25-100% of their personal belongings when they relocate.
  • Estate sales are in the future of 26% of respondents, who are looking to downsize belongings in preparation for a move.
  • Of those who plan to have an estate sale, 51% say they plan to hire a professional estate sale company rather than taking a DIY approach.

“As the baby boomer population continues to age, the need for quick, easy personal property sales will continue to escalate,” said David Blue, VP and co-founder of Blue Moon Estate Sales. “Moving can be a stressful time, particularly when years of stuff is factored into the equation, and Blue Moon Estate Sales is here to help ease the burden.”

Blue Moon Estate Sales, founded in 2009, specializes in professional residential and commercial liquidation services for individuals relocating, downsizing or handling personal assets.

To learn more about estate sale services or to score a great deal on a treasured item at an upcoming event, visit bluemoonestatesales.com.

For franchise opportunities, please visit Blue Moon Estate Sales Franchising.

*Independent survey conducted through Survey Monkey with over 700 participants, both men and women, over the age of 55.

About Blue Moon Estate Sales

Headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., Blue Moon Estate Sales is a growing national franchise with 29 locations in nine states. Established in 2009, Blue Moon Estate Sales was created to set the highest of standards in an unregulated industry. After five successful years in the Raleigh market, founders Deb, Ken and David Blue wanted to bring their proven business model to a larger audience. Thus, in 2013, Blue Moon Estate Sales started franchising, running an industry-leading training program and providing ongoing support.

1 06, 2021

Experimax Announces Partnership With Non-Profit ‘Girl Develop It’

2021-06-01T12:16:55-04:00June 1st, 2021|Tags: , , , , |

Tech-Based Franchise Brand Supports Women Seeking Opportunities In The Tech Industry.

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.Experimax® – the trusted retailer for the sale and service of pre-owned electronic devices with a strong focus on the top selling brands in the industry – is announcing a year-long partnership with non-profit organization ‘Girl Develop It’ to support women in the tech industry. Experimax is working with the non-profit to provide the tools needed for women to launch a career in the software development sector.

“As Experimax grows, one of our core values is to share our success by giving back to a great cause; I can’t think of a better way by getting involved than supporting women following their dream to be in the IT industry,” said Kyle Brunette, Brand Leader at Experimax. “We are excited to support ‘Girl Develop It’ on this journey.”  

Experimax will be providing three scholarships, resulting in the donation of MacBook Air laptops and other tech products to women in the program, as well as ongoing donations and support throughout the year. To date, ‘Girl Develop It’ has impacted 160,000 community members across the country.

“Our mission at ‘Girl Develop It’ is rooted in accessibility,” said Katie Franco, executive director of the non-profit. “Shifting our programming to virtual platforms has eliminated previous barriers to entry; however, this model still impedes students without access to the right tools. Thanks to our generous partners at Experimax, ‘Girl Develop It’ will now have the resources to provide equipment scholarships. By allowing students to learn, practice, and advance their skills, regardless of income or opportunity, this partnership further advances the accessibility of our programming.” Learn more: www.girldevelopit.com.

About United Franchise Group
Led by Founder and CEO Ray Titus, United Franchise Group is home to an affiliated family of brands, including Signarama, Fully Promoted, Experimax, Jon Smith Subs, Transworld Business Advisors, Accurate Franchising, Venture X, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill and Network Lead Exchange. With over three decades in the franchising industry and more than 1,600 franchisees throughout the world, United Franchise Group offers unprecedented leadership and solid business opportunities for entrepreneurs.

About Experimax

Experimax is the smart choice to buy, sell, repair, or trade-in Certified Pre-owned Apple® products and other premium brands that are backed by a warranty. Stores can be found throughout the United States, and abroad. Learn more: www.experimax.com

27 05, 2021

Tint World® opens updated California location in Fremont

2021-05-27T11:57:09-04:00May 27th, 2021|Tags: , , , , |

National Automotive Styling Centers™ franchise marks 5th California location.

FREMONT, Calif. — Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a premier automotive styling and window tinting franchise, has moved to an updated location in Fremont, California. Originally based in Union City, this updated location is the 5th Tint World® center in California and is now under the co-ownership of Frank Helmand, William Kuan-wei Wu, and Kenny McCardie.

“William, Kenny, and I realized that there was a strong need for an auto styling business in our community of Fremont,” Helmand said. “Tint World® offers high-end products that are sure to please all customers. In addition to providing great products, the team at headquarters showcases excellence in franchisee support and training. With their help, we will be able to provide our community with the services they need to customize their vehicles, homes/offices, and even marine craft – all from this brand-new, state-of-the-art location.”

Tint World® Fremont, California offers a full variety of products and services, including window tinting, advanced driver-assistance systems, car stereo upgrades, custom wheel and tire packages, mobile electronics, nano ceramic coatings, paint protection films, security systems, color-change vehicle wraps, and residential and commercial window film.

“Frank, William, and Kenny are passionate entrepreneurs that possess the knowledge and skills to run a successful franchise,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World®. “They will help us promote excellence under the Tint World® brand as we continue our expansion.”

Tint World® Fremont is located at 3030 Osgood Court, Fremont, CA 94539. For additional information, call (510) 471-3880 or visit https://www.tintworld.com/locations/ca/fremont-019/.

About Tint World® 
Founded in 1982, Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ is America’s largest and fastest growing automotive accessories and window tinting international franchise, specializing in car and truck accessories, mobile electronics, audio video equipment, security systems, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, custom wheel and tire packages, maintenance, and repair services.

Tint World® services include residential, commercial, and marine window tinting films, solar films, decorative films, safety, and security films. Tint World® has locations in the United States, Canada, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, with master franchise opportunities available worldwide. To find out more, please visit www.TintWorld.com or www.TintWorldFranchise.com.

26 05, 2021

Hammer & Nails Signs Four Franchise Agreements to Expand the Grooming Shop for Men’s Presence in Ohio

2021-05-26T14:59:50-04:00May 26th, 2021|Tags: , , |

New Franchisees Set to Open Locations in the Cleveland and Cincinnati Areas.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Hammer & Nails Grooming Shop for Guys, a men’s grooming shop that provides haircuts, shaves, and hand & foot care in a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere, is pleased to announce it has signed four new franchise agreements to expand the brand’s presence in the Buckeye State. The first shop in Ohio sold out memberships in record time due to the overwhelming demand for men’s grooming services. Franchisee Chris Guglielmi will open two new locations in Cleveland, and an additional investment group will also open two shops in Cincinnati.

Guglielmi plans to bring a Hammer & Nails location to the West side of Cleveland within the next five to six months with an additional location on the East side of town by Q2 2022. The investment group will start by bringing a Hammer & Nails location to the Indian Hills/Hyde Park area of Cincinnati by Q4 of 2021.

A jack of all entrepreneurial trades, Guglielmi has had a dream of being his own boss and running his own businesses since he was in high school. Creating jobs and opportunities for others to grow, learn and excel has always a driving force in Guglielmi’s success. Stumbling across Hammer & Nails while at brunch in Cleveland, Guglielmi knew the company was on to something and instantly knew he had to bring more locations of the men’s grooming salon to the area.

“The men’s grooming concept is such an underserved niche market all across the country,” said Guglielmi. “There’s so much opportunity with Hammer & Nails and I am so excited to help spread awareness of the brand with my two locations in the Cleveland area. On a regular basis, a large amount of the men in Cleveland get a haircut every month and I’m looking forward to showing local men how a regular haircut experience can also be a relaxing, pampering one.”

The Hammer & Nails experience coming to Cleveland and Cincinnati is unlike any other. The atmosphere is low-lit, with soft ambient lighting throughout the shop. Exterior windows are tinted for privacy and the interior is furnished with dark wood and steel, creating a relaxing vibe. Members are greeted by name, escorted to a luxurious oversized Bison leather chair, and handed a menu with complimentary beverages ranging from an ice-cold water to McAllen’s whiskey, all included in the cost of the service. Shops have Direct TV, and every guest has a dedicated personal oversized device, remote and noise-cancelling BOSE headphones for entertainment during the visit.

“We couldn’t be happier to have Chris and the new investment Group as Hammer & Nails franchise partners in Ohio,” said, Aaron Meyers, CEO, Hammer & Nails. “Our presence in the state is growing larger by the day and we’re looking forward to see the successes that these additional three locations will bring. We know with the brand’s trend-setting atmosphere and unique service offerings, that these new shops are destined to become a staple in the Cleveland and Cincinnati communities.”

With four new shops in the next two years, Hammer & Nails is that much closer to selling out franchise opportunities in the state of Ohio. Current markets still available for franchise opportunities include, Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland. For more information about Hammer & Nails franchise opportunities, visit https://hammerandnailsfranchise.com/.

About Hammer & Nails

Hammer & Nails was founded in 2013 with the vision to provide hand and foot care, manicures and pedicures, haircuts and shaves to every type of male. After offering a franchise opportunity in 2015, the brand awarded licenses for more than 200 shops and is working to have 150 locations open and operating by 2025. To learn more about the brand, service offerings and locations, visit http://www.hammerandnailsgrooming.com/

26 05, 2021

PatchMaster Reaches 100 Franchise Territories in Under 5 Years

2021-05-26T14:53:25-04:00May 26th, 2021|Tags: , , , |

PatchMaster commemorates the occasion, but has eyes set on the future.

CHESTER, N.J. — PatchMaster, the fast-growing drywall repair concept, has achieved a major benchmark in franchising in an incredibly short amount of time. This month, the franchise marks the sale of more than 100 franchise territories. It’s an impressive feat for a franchise: Less than 10 percent of brands ever reach that size.

But even within the small group of franchise systems that hit this coveted milestone, only a tiny fraction gets to that point as fast as PatchMaster.

Less than five percent of franchisors reach 100 units within five years. PatchMaster, which started franchising in 2017, has reached the 100th location benchmark in just four years.

“In 2020, our brand was impacted with two significant disruptors: the COVID-19 pandemic and the sale of our sister company, HouseMaster,” said Paul Ferrara, CEO of PatchMaster. “Either one of these events had the potential to significantly derail our ability to execute our vision. In many ways, it proved to be an accelerant that pushed our business even faster. There is a clear demand for our services, as is the need for ambitious people ready to start their own business. Once people understand our vision and how we developed a true turn-key model, it becomes a powerful motivator—it’s infectious. We have our team and franchisees to thank for this spectacular accomplishment.”

To reach the 100-plus threshold, PatchMaster sold 26 territories to 17 franchisees in 2020. That growth trajectory did not slowdown in 2021. Year-to-date, PatchMaster has sold another 24 territories to 14 franchisees for a total of 103 territories across the United States and Canada.

The growth has happened quickly, but PatchMaster aims to ensure it is fully supporting new and existing owners.

“PatchMaster has been all that I had hoped to get from a franchise,” said Jeremy Willes, co-owner of PatchMaster Serving Ogden to Logan in Utah. Willes contrasts the support he has received from PatchMaster with another franchise he recently purchased who he feels sold too many franchises too fast.

“PatchMaster is supportive, organized, accountable. They are growing, but not to the point that franchisees are lost in the shuffle,” he added. “My experience with PatchMaster’s training and support has been outstanding. We have weekly and bi-weekly meetings with one-on-one coaching to go through the steps necessary to get open and ensure success on both of our parts. My questions and concerns are always answered and addressed. I feel my voice counts.”

PatchMaster’s business model offers customers a fast, professional solution for drywall repairs. Most busy handymen, large drywall companies, or contractors don’t want to perform small drywall repairs. Service professionals like plumbers and electricians often lack the necessary resources to fix holes they leave behind.

PatchMaster specializes in fixing holes caused by renters, plumbing leaks, and DIY projects that just can’t seem to get finished. In most cases, PatchMaster can complete the job in one visit.

The franchise currently has locations in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah.

While it has grown fast, PatchMaster has plenty of room for further expansion. The franchise currently has opportunities for growth across the United States. As an organization that values and thanks those who serve, PatchMaster offers 50 percent off royalties for the first year of business for qualified military veterans and first responders.

The initial franchise fee for a PatchMaster franchise territory—which consists of a population between 300,000 to 350,000—is $49,500 USD. Ongoing fees include a technology fee and a downward sliding scale for royalties starting at 9 percent. Franchisees attend a week-long training program at the company’s headquarters in Chester, New Jersey.

PatchMaster is an in-demand franchise with a quick ramp up period. No drywall experience is required for owners—PatchMaster provides all the training, tools, and resources to learn the model and run the business. Franchisees have access to support for marketing, including digital marketing and social media, job pricing, hiring, managing technicians, and financial management.

For more information on this growing home services franchise, visit Patchmaster.com.

About PatchMaster

Headquartered in Chester, New Jersey, PatchMaster is a home services franchise brand offering customers a fast and professional solution for drywall repairs. The company provides high quality drywall services for small holes, dings, and dents, typically finishing jobs in one visit. Launched in 2016 and offering franchises since September 2017, PatchMaster has sold 103 territories to franchisees across the United States and Canada. PatchMaster is positioned to revolutionize the home services industry as a pioneering drywall franchise.

Visit patchmasteropportunity.com or call (973) 944-4900 to learn more.

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