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19 11, 2019

Assisted Living Locators Named a Top Senior Care Franchise by Franchise Business Review

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-11-19T10:22:13-05:00November 19th, 2019|Tags: assisted living communities, Assisted Living Locators, franchisee sales training, in-home care, independent retirement options, memory care, senior care placement|

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Assisted Living Locators was identified by independent franchisee satisfaction research firm, Franchise Business Review, as one of just 14 senior care companies to qualify for its 2019 list of the Top Senior Care Franchises.

Assisted Living Locators is a nationwide senior placement and referral franchisor that has been matchmaking seniors with caring providers for over a decade. The company has 125 franchise office locations in 36 states and the District of Columbia.

Franchise Business Review, a national franchise market research firm that performs independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction, is the only ranking of franchises based solely on actual franchisee satisfaction and performance.

To identify the companies on the list, Franchise Business Review analyzed 18 months of data from over 1,630 senior care franchise owners regarding their overall satisfaction with their brands and their likelihood to recommend them to others.

Nearly 90% of the senior care franchisees surveyed reported that they enjoy operating their business, as well as being part of their franchise organization. And, when asked about the long-term growth opportunity for their business, over 75% of survey respondents said that it is strong or very strong.

Assisted Living Locators franchisees were surveyed on 33 benchmark questions about their experience and satisfaction regarding critical areas of their franchise systems, including training & support, operations, franchisor/franchisee relations, and financial opportunity.

“Franchisee satisfaction in the senior care industry is very strong. In fact, the senior care sector has one of the highest satisfaction ratings in all of franchising,” said Michelle Rowan, president and COO of Franchise Business Review. “With the demand for senior care services increasing, owning a senior care franchise can be both lucrative and rewarding – as long as you choose the right brand. All of the brands on our list are performing well and have high satisfaction ratings from the franchisees who own them.”

“This is a great honor to be named as a ‘Top Senior Care Franchise’ by Franchise Business Review,” said Angela Olea, Assisted Living Locators CEO. “With Assisted Living Locators, there’s unlimited potential for franchise owners ready to make a difference in their community. We’re proud to be a company dedicated to compassionate care with a commitment to helping seniors and their families across the country.”

To learn more visit: www.assistedlivinglocatorsfranchise.com.

About Assisted Living Locators

Assisted Living Locators offers a no cost, nationwide senior referral and placement service for in-home care, independent retirement options, assisted living communities and memory care. The company has 120 franchisees in 34 states and the District of Columbia. To learn more, visit www.assistedlivinglocators.com.

19 11, 2019

The NOW Massage Primed for National Launch

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-11-19T10:15:05-05:00November 19th, 2019|Tags: boutique massage therapy franchiseboutique massage therapy franchise, massage boutique, massage services, The NOW Massage|

Los Angeles Massage Boutique Drives National Franchise Expansion

LOS ANGELES — The NOW Massage, Los Angeles’ hottest wellness destination, will launch a national network of boutique massage therapy franchises. The team behind this modern massage boutique will leverage the vibrant culture, passionate community, and world-class design aesthetic of The NOW to expand its reach across the country.

The visionaries behind The NOW are working to transition from four proven massage locations in Los Angeles to become a fast-growing franchise system with a national footprint. The team has signed initial franchise agreements to debut massage studios in Austin, Denver, Chicago, Scottsdale and Raleigh.

Founded in 2015, The NOW blends the quality of a luxury massage destination with the convenience and affordability of a walk-in neighborhood spot. Their goal is to provide a menu of high quality and consistent massages in an elevated, tranquil setting.

“There was a void in the market for a next level massage experience in an inspiring space without committing to the time and expense of a full service spa,” said Gara Post, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of The NOW. “Part of our philosophy is incorporating self-care into your routine, and we didn’t want it to be cost prohibitive or impossible to schedule. The NOW is an oasis in the city and an escape from the fast-paced, digital overload we experience on a daily basis.”

About The NOW (https://thenowmassage.com/)

The NOW, a new concept massage boutique, was founded on the principle that self-care is a necessity, not a luxury. Designed to serve as an oasis from today’s fast paced digital society, their goal is to offer high-quality, affordable massage services in a beautiful setting. After launching in 2015, The NOW quickly became LA’s hottest wellness destination for globe-trotting influencers and locals alike. Four boutiques later, the growing lifestyle brand is set to embark on a national franchise expansion and is looking forward to bringing their thoughtfully crafted menu with customizable enhancements, healing products and singular design aesthetic to cities all over the United States.

18 11, 2019

FASTSIGNS® Ranked #5 On Annual List Of Top Franchises For Veterans By Entrepreneur Magazine

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-11-18T10:57:54-05:00November 18th, 2019|Tags: FASTSIGNS International Inc., FASTSIGNS® sign and graphic centers, sign and graphic solutions, sign and visual communication franchise|

Sign, Graphics and Visual Communications Franchisor Recognized for Its Commitment to Helping Veterans Become Franchisees

CARROLLTON, Texas — FASTSIGNS International, Inc., franchisor of FASTSIGNS^®, the leading sign, graphics and visual communications franchise, announced today it has been named a top franchise opportunity for veterans by Entrepreneur magazine on its 2019 Top Franchises for Veterans ranking. FASTSIGNS ranked #5 — the only sign, graphics, and visual communications franchise in the top 30 franchise opportunities.

Entrepreneur‘s Top Franchises for Veterans ranking highlights the top 150 franchises offering incentives and other programs to help veterans become franchisees. FASTSIGNS currently offers veterans a 50-percent reduction on the franchise fee — a savings of $24,875 — as part of the International Franchise Association’s (IFA) VetFran program.

“We truly value the contributions and sacrifices veterans have made and are proud to provide them with the opportunity and support to become entrepreneurs. Currently, over 13% of franchisees in the FASTSIGNS system are military veterans, and that number continues to grow each year,” said Mark Jameson, Executive Vice President of Franchise Support and Development. “We are honored to be ranked in the top 5 franchise opportunities and the only one in our segment to break the top 30. It’s a testament to our strong network of veterans that are advocates for FASTSIGNS.”

Danielle Miranda, who recently signed a franchise agreement with her husband to open a FASTSIGNS center in Tracy, California, is a veteran of the U.S. Army and North Carolina Army National Guard, where she was a multimedia illustrator, and earned a bachelor’s degree in mass communication and a master’s degree in advertising. Her husband, Johnny, is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, with extensive operations, leadership, training, and mentoring experience.

“Our combined expertise in graphic design and leading teams made FASTSIGNS the perfect business opportunity for us,” said Danielle. “As military veterans, we’re both intensely focused on service, quality of work, and contributing to a bigger cause — whether that’s helping customers meet their business goals or supporting the growth of the FASTSIGNS brand.”

FASTSIGNS is consistently ranked one of the top franchise opportunities for veterans. Earlier this month, FASTSIGNS was recognized by Franchise Business Review in its 2019 Top Franchises for Veterans report. Franchise Business Review surveyed over 26,000 franchisees to compile the list of 80 top-rated franchises.

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. was ranked the #1 franchise opportunity in its category and 95 overall on Entrepreneur magazine’s 2019 Franchise 500^®, the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. Acknowledged by entrepreneurs and franchisors as a top competitive tool of measurement, the Franchise 500^® recognizes FASTSIGNS, the only sign, graphics, and visual communications franchise to be recognized in the top 100, for its exceptional performance in areas including financial strength and stability, growth rate, and brand power. FASTSIGNS was recently named to the 2019 America’s Best Franchises to Buy list by Forbes magazine. FASTSIGNS also made Franchise Direct‘s list of the Top 100 Franchises 2019 and ranked #2 on this year’s Franchise Gator Top 100 list, both ranking the best franchises for 2019. Franchise Business Review has recognized FASTSIGNS as one of the “Best of the Best” for franchisee satisfaction for the last 10 years, as well as naming FASTSIGNS to its “Innovative Franchises” list in 2017, and its Top 50 Franchises for Women and Top Service Franchise lists in 2019. In 2018, Franchise Business Review named FASTSIGNS a “Best-in-Category” franchise. This year, the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) awarded FASTSIGNS International, Inc. the Franchisees’ Choice Designation for the seventh consecutive year for its strong relationship with Canadian franchisees, as well as extensive franchisee training and support.

About FASTSIGNS^®

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. is the leading sign and visual communications franchisor in North America, and is the worldwide franchisor of more than 700 independently owned and operated FASTSIGNS® centers in nine countries including the United States, Canada, Chile, England, Grand Cayman, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Australia (where centers operate as SIGNWAVE®). Locations are slated to open in two additional countries – Malta and Spain – in 2019.

FASTSIGNS locations provide comprehensive signage and visual graphic solutions to help companies of all sizes and across all industries attract more attention, communicate their message, promote their products, help visitors find their way and extend their branding across all of their customer touch points.

FASTSIGNS centers provide architectural and interior decor graphics, fleet vehicle graphics, digital signs and digital signage content, event graphics, displays, banners, posters, ADA signage, safety and identification signs and much more, as well as handle everything from design to project management to installation.

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. is a recipient of many awards, including being ranked the #1 franchise opportunity in its category in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 for the past three years, and Best-in-Category in the business services sector on Franchise Business Review’s list of the top 200 franchises for multiple years.

Learn more about sign and visual graphic solutions or find a location at fastsigns.com.

Follow the brand on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/fastsigns, Twitter @FASTSIGNS or Facebook at facebook.com/FASTSIGNS.

15 11, 2019

Local Entrepreneurs Open Always Best Care of Charleston and Mount Pleasant

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-11-15T14:41:28-05:00November 15th, 2019|Tags: Always Best Care Senior Services, Always in Touch program, assisted living placement services, non-medical in-home care, senior care franchise systems, skilled home health care|

Leading Senior Care Franchise Now Offers Award-Winning Senior Care Services to Charleston County

ROSEVILLE, Calif. — Always Best Care Senior Services, one of the leading senior care franchise systems in the United States, announced today that it has opened its newest franchise in South Carolina. The new agency is owned and operated by local husband and wife team, Rick and Christine Johnson. Located at 1064 Gardner Road, Suite 310, Always Best Care of Charleston and Mount Pleasant will provide senior care services to several communities including Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Daniel Island, James Island, Johns Island, Sullivan’s Island, Isle of Palms and Kiawah Island.

“We’ve expanded quite well in South Carolina and we’re excited to open our eighth location in the state,” said Jake Brown, President and CEO of Always Best Care. “We’re grateful to partner with Rick and Christine. Their dedication to high quality service paired with a successful business track record only validates our confidence that they’ll provide premium service to the residents across Charleston county. We look forward to watching them grow and enjoy success in this market.”

Prior to Always Best Care, the Johnson’s owned and operated University Outpost, an off-campus bookstore serving James Madison University, for nearly three decades. Both Rick and Christine hold bachelor’s degrees from James Madison University. Rick earned his degree in business and Christine earned her degree in biology. Having relocated their family to the Charleston area in 2017, their combined expertise and experience of running a successful small business will prove to be a significant asset to their newest business endeavor.

“Charleston is one of the most popular cities on the east coast for senior retirees and my family and I are very passionate about improving the quality of life for those who need quality care, assistance or companionship during the later stages of their life,” said Christine Johnson. “The Always Best Care business model is equipped with a solid mission and presents an opportunity for economic growth. We look forward to working alongside our amazing staff and caregivers to provide our local community with a premium senior care option.”

Always Best Care is one of the nation’s leading providers of non-medical in-home care, assisted living referral services and skilled home health care, and is the only senior services franchise system that combines the three to create three separate revenue streams for its franchisees. The company delivers its services through an international network of more than 200 independently owned and operated franchise territories throughout the United States and Canada.

By working with case managers, social workers, discharge planners, doctors, and families, Always Best Care franchise owners provide affordable, comprehensive solutions that can be specifically matched to meet a client’s particular physical or social needs. The hallmark services of Always Best Care include non-medical in-home care and assisted living finder and referral services, with skilled home health care now being phased in throughout the country.

For additional information on services available through Always Best Care of Charleston and Mount Pleasant, or for a free evaluation, please call (843) 996-4498, email cjohnson@abc-seniors.com and visit ABC-Charleston.com.

SOURCE Always Best Care

About Always Best Care

Founded in 1996, Always Best Care Senior Services is based on the belief that having the right people for the right level of care means peace of mind for the client and family. Always Best Care assists seniors with a wide range of illnesses and personal needs, and currently provides more than 4 million hours of care every year. Franchise opportunities are available to individuals interested in leveraging the company’s clear strategy and proven track record for delivering affordable, dependable service to seniors in their local areas.

Always Best Care also offers an exclusive program called Always in Touch, a telephone reassurance program that provides a daily phone call to seniors and disabled adults who are living alone and have limited contact with the outside world. Always in Touch is the only absolutely free national telephone reassurance program of its kind anywhere in the USA and Canada. For more information on Always in Touch, or to request an application, visit www.Always-In-Touch.com.

14 11, 2019

Allstate and Allstate Agencies Seek to Bring Over 750 Jobs to Illinois

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-11-14T10:05:46-05:00November 14th, 2019|Tags: Allstate, insurance and financial services, Insurance company, no franchise or licensing fee, small business owner|

Offers $15,000 referral bonus to the public for recommending qualified candidates

NORTHBROOK, Ill. — Allstate Insurance Company announced a boost to its sales force in Illinois to keep pace with growing consumer demand for insurance and financial products and services in the state.

“We are seeing increased demand for all types of consumer protection, ranging from auto and home insurance to financial advice and planning to smartphone and identity theft products,” says Allstate’s strategic deployment leader, Matt Stevens. “We are seeking driven professionals and offering comprehensive training and resources to support the success for each of them.”

The 750 professionals Allstate is seeking in Illinois is comprised of three roles: agency owners and exclusive financial specialists, with the remaining hired by those small business owners as sales professionals. For the agency owner and financial specialist opportunities, Allstate is seeking individuals with a strong entrepreneurial drive and passion to help others in their community. These candidates embrace risks and challenges and are able to invest in a small business to ensure its stability and growth.

The search spans the entire state as Allstate is seeking approximately 250 individuals in the Chicago area, 250 amongst the northern and western suburbs, and 200 in the southern region. The addition of the new agency locations will have a compounding effect on each city’s job market, as each new agency opens with several employees to ensure customers are well-served with courtesy and efficiency.

To recruit more agency owners, Allstate is offering a $15,000 award to any member of the general public who refers an eligible candidate to Allstate. The referral award is payable after the candidate has completed 90 days of Allstate agency ownership.^[1]

“Allstate is a trusted brand and an excellent wealth-building opportunity for a small business owner. We are unique among all other insurers because the agent owns the economic interest in their business,” says Stevens. “Allstate agents can sell the economic interest in their agency or pass the business they build on to a family member as part of their legacy.”

As a small business owner with Allstate, hard work is rewarded with a higher earnings potential, and there’s no cap on what an individual can make. The majority of Allstate agency owners earn between $170,000 and $450,000 gross annual revenue.^[2]

Allstate agency owners can leverage one of America’s most recognized brands without ever having to pay a franchise or licensing fee. Candidates interested in becoming an Allstate agency owner need a minimum of $100,000 of liquid capital to invest in their agency. This money does not go to Allstate; it helps ensure the agency can successfully fund the normal day-to-day costs associated with opening and running a business. Sales professionals do not need liquid capital to apply.

^[1]Subject to all terms and conditions as outlined in the Allstate R3001 Exclusive Agency Agreement and Exclusive Agency program materials. Allstate agents are not franchisees; rather they are exclusive agent independent contractors and are not employed by Allstate. Agency staff opportunity is not an employment opportunity directly with Allstate Insurance Company but rather employment with an Allstate Exclusive Agency owner who is an independent contractor. The referral award is payable forty-five (45) days after appointment and signing of an Allstate Exclusive Agency Agreement by Allstate and the referred candidate. No payments are made to you if the referred candidate is not appointed by Allstate. The name of the person making the referral must be on candidate’s Allstate agent application in order for such person to receive a payout. A referral award will not be paid to former Allstate Exclusive Agents (EA) and Exclusive Financial Specialists (EFS) and referrals of Allstate Field Sales Leaders transitioning to EA or EFS position. The referral award is subject to change. Referral award is not available to the applicant. Allstate’s recruitment team, human resources employees and Allstate employees whose responsibilities include recruitment are not eligible. The recipient of the referral award is solely responsible for all taxes and reporting of award. Allstate is an Equal Opportunity Company. Allstate Insurance Company, Northbrook, IL. © 2015 Allstate Insurance Co.

^[2]Based on a majority of Allstate Agents’ gross revenue earned during 2017 for agents with 12 months of affiliation who were active during the entire year. Compensation information includes actual fixed plus variable commissions (including Allstate Financial) and total bonus earnings. Excludes brokered businesses such as Ivantage. Also excludes Allstate New Jersey Exclusive Agents, Allstate Independent Agents and Dealership Agents. Individual results will vary. Past results are no guarantee of future performance.

For More Information

Interested candidates can learn more about becoming an Allstate agency owner by logging onto www.allstateagent.com or by calling 847-402-4535 or midwestrecruiter@allstate.com. Those interested in the sales professional opportunity can apply at www.allstate.com/careers/agency-staff.aspx. Those with referral suggestions can call 847-402-4535 or midwestrecruiter@allstate.com.

14 11, 2019

Local Business Recognized as Leader in Customer Loyalty and Satisfaction for the Print and Sign Industries during Q3, 2019

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-11-14T09:59:16-05:00November 14th, 2019|Tags: AlphaGraphics, marketing products and solutions, print and marketing franchise, printing services franchise, visual communications|

MARIETTA, Ga. — AlphaGraphics Marietta announced that they have received recognition from SurveyAdvantage for their excellence in customer satisfaction during the quarter ending September 30th, 2019. The awards recognize businesses in North America that attain the highest Net Promoter Score (NPS) for their industry segment during the quarter.

AlphaGraphics has continually demarked itself by the quality of its customer service. “To receive this recognition is incredibly meaningful and a testament to the relationships our team builds with our clients,” said Curtis Gropman, owner of AlphaGraphics Marietta.

Results are based on more than 29,000 survey responses from customers who recently completed a purchase and were asked how likely they would be to recommend the business to others.

Awards are based on a compilation of feedback and buyer reviews gathered from companies participating in SurveyAdvantage’s online feedback service called LoyaltyLoop. LoyaltyLoop enables local businesses of all types to react quickly to customer feedback and complaints, as well as automatically encourage online reviews to be posted on Google, Facebook and their website.

For more information about AlphaGraphics Marietta, please contact Curtis Gropman at (770) 514-1110.

About AlphaGraphics

AlphaGraphics, Inc., with more than 250 locations in 5 countries, is one of the largest U.S.-based networks of locally-owned and operated Business Centers offering a complete range of print, visual communications, and marketing products and solutions including: full-service digital, offset, and large format printing; design services; mailing; one-to-one marketing solutions; promotional products; web to print solutions. For more information about AlphaGraphics services and/or franchise opportunities, go to www.alphagraphics.com.

13 11, 2019

Senior Helpers® Hosts National Caregiver Recruitment Day, November 20

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-11-13T11:55:33-05:00November 13th, 2019|Tags: Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, dementia, family caregivers, in-home senior care, pairing clients with compatible caregivers, personal and companion care, senior care, trained and certified caregivers|

Leading In-Home Senior Care Provider to Hire 500 Trusted Caregivers Throughout the U.S. to Bolster Resources for Aging Population

BALTIMORE — Senior Helpers^®, the nation’s premier provider of in-home senior care services, today announced it will host its second annual company-wide National Recruitment Day event on Wednesday, November 20. This event is being held to encourage people to consider a rewarding career in caregiving, and Senior Helpers is hoping to hire more than 500 new caregivers across 300 locations nationwide. As the first and only national in-home care company to be ranked by the Great Place to Work® Institute as a Great Place to Work and recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the Best Places to Work in the country in the Aging Services category, Senior Helpers’ rapidly growing business is focused on helping people age with dignity.

For the first time in U.S. history, older adults (people 65 years and older) are projected to outnumber children (under the age of 18) by 2034. As the U.S. population ages, it is creating a large and remarkable employment opportunity for those who are searching for a job where they are valued and appreciated. Senior Helpers’ National Caregiver Recruiting event underscores the company’s commitment to build a strong nationwide network of trusted, loyal caregivers to provide compassionate care for our nation’s seniors and their families.

“With more than 15 million adults in the U.S. requiring some degree of personal care, the demand for caregivers has never been greater, and we are leading the charge in strengthening the home care workforce and improving access to the quality in-home care that our elderly population needs,” said Peter Ross, CEO and co-founder of Senior Helpers. “Our caregivers feel a sense of pride and meaning in their work. During National Caregiver Recruitment Day we open our doors to a host of new, caring and compassionate candidates.”

For many Americans, the availability of highly-trained and reliable caregivers represents the best, and perhaps only, option for the elderly to age safely and gracefully at home. According to AARP, aging in place at home versus a facility is the goal of approximately 90 percent of elderly Americans. Senior Helpers delivers unparalleled personalized care to tens of thousands of seniors nationally, by continually developing its network of caregivers through robust continuing education and training programs, ongoing evaluations and rigorous background checks.

Senior Helpers’ National Caregiver Recruitment Day exists to empower caring and compassionate individuals to consider a rewarding career in caregiving with one of the nation’s leading in-home care companies. This one-day event allows candidates to easily apply and interview in the same day.

Founded in 2001, Senior Helpers operates with a vision to be the leading home care company in each community it serves. Its caregivers are trained and certified to offer the highest level of care possible based on the company’s Senior Gems® Alzheimer’s and Dementia care program. As the gold standard for excellence in personalized in-home senior care, the program was developed in conjunction with nationally recognized dementia care expert Teepa Snow, Positive Approach, LLC. The company also offers a Parkinson’s Care Program, a specialized training program for its caregivers, created in conjunction with leading experts from the Parkinson’s Foundation’s Centers of Excellence network.

For more information on Senior Helpers National Caregiver Recruitment Day and to request an interview from a Senior Helpers location near you, visit seniorhelpers.com/jobs.

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.

Senior Helpers^® has been named by Fortune Magazine as one of the best places to work in the country in the aging services category, is included in Entrepreneur’s Top 500 Franchise Ranking, is an approved partner in the Military Spouse Employment Partnership, and active in 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.

13 11, 2019

FranFund’s Geoff Seiber Honored with Companion Medal for American Free Enterprise Day Ceremony, November 14th

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-11-13T11:48:44-05:00November 13th, 2019|Tags: all-in-one funding plans, consultative approach, FranFund, funding services for franchisees, funding solutions|

Recognition for Funding Solutions that are Stimulating the Business Community

FORT WORTH, Texas — The American Free Enterprise Day Companion medal is an annual tradition at Palm Beach Atlantic University. The University has hosted American Free Enterprise Day since 1984. The celebration honors individuals whose hard work and achievements exemplify the best of the American free enterprise system.

On Thursday, November 14^th, Geoff Seiber, Founder and CEO of FranFund, along with three other notable business leaders, Robert W. “Chip” Lafferty, Beth Neuhoff, and Carlos Vidueira, will be honored with companion medals.

Seiber’s leadership within the business community has been quite impactful. His efforts to streamline funding solutions and expand access to capital in the franchise industry have helped the dreams of countless franchisees and small business owners come true.

FranFund was recently recognized as the #1 funding provider in Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2019 “Best in Service” ranking of franchise industry suppliers. This recognition was voted on by hundreds of franchisors who know the importance of working with the right funding partner. Seiber knows first-hand the challenges behind starting and operating a franchise and together with the FranFund team, he created a funding experience that business owners are consistently satisfied with.

“Obtaining funding for any business can be very difficult. Knowing that we help overcome financial obstacles as people take steps toward owning their first or fifth business is rewarding,” said Geoff Seiber.

Seiber serves on the Titus Center for Franchising Advisory Board, the IFA Supplier Board, and the IFA VetFran committee. He is a regular speaker at franchise industry events around the nation. He takes pride in his Fort Worth community, where he serves on the Chamber of Commerce Advisory Board and as vice chairman of the Frog Club Board for Texas Christian University. He also supports the Armed Forces Bowl annually through ESPN.

The medal ceremony is at 10:30 a.m. in the Rubin Arena of the Green Complex for Sports and Recreation, 1100 S. Dixie Highway. It is free and open to the public. For more information, call (561) 803-2025.

About FranFund, Inc.
A member of the International Franchise Association Supplier Forum, FranFund, Inc. designs smart all-in-one funding plans that grow with franchise businesses. Founded by a veteran in the franchise industry with first-hand experience as a franchise owner, franchise developer, and new franchise creator, FranFund specializes in funding solutions for franchisees. By utilizing a franchise-specific pre-qualification tool and cultivating an extensive network of lenders who are franchise and small business friendly, clients pre-approved by FranFund have a loan approval rate of 99%. FranFund takes a consultative approach, providing clients a personalized experience that helps them gain the confidence to move forward with a funding solution that makes the most sense for them. For more information, visit www.franfund.com

11 11, 2019

PJ’s Coffee Announces Third Annual Veteran Franchise License Giveaway

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-11-11T11:52:04-05:00November 11th, 2019|Tags: Arabica beans, coffeehouse, food franchise, iced and frozen coffee beverages, PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans|

New Orleans-Based Coffeehouse Chain to Award Franchise License to Deserving Veteran

NEW ORLEANS — PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans, a New Orleans-based coffeehouse that demonstrates a “southern hospitality” experience, the freshest products, and better beans with superior roasting technique, has announced its third annual Veteran Franchise License Giveaway, which will award one deserving military veteran a free PJ’s Coffee franchise license.

The popular coffeeshop is looking for military veterans to join the ever-growing $100 billion a year global coffee industry. PJ’s Coffee seeks hardworking, passionate applicants who align with its core values of delivering best-in-class coffee with the highest regards to service and hospitality.

If interested, veterans should visit www.pjsfranchise.com/vets/ to enter their contact information and receive a franchise brochure. Once received, they will need to submit a one-minute video explaining how military service has prepared them to be a PJ’s Coffee owner. The application is now open and will run through January 31. The winner will be announced in February 2020.

“With many of our previous veteran franchisees, we’ve seen a seamless transition from military life to entrepreneurship, so we started this initiative to attract like-minded individuals to our concept, and as a way of saying ‘thank you for your service,'” said Ryan Stansbury, PJ’s Coffee Vice President of Franchise Development. “Last year’s winner, Bobby Mounts, has military experience and time spent as a police officer, which displayed his incredible dedication to serving our nation and his community. He is passionate and has a work ethic that can’t be matched. We hope this annual giveaway will empower other veterans to embrace their entrepreneurial spirit.”

Mounts’ location is slated to open in Ruston, LA in early 2020. He was chosen because of his diverse military and professional background and infectious can-do attitude. Mounts served in the Marine Corps from 2002 to 2008 as an infantry rifleman, eventually becoming a Sergeant. During his service, he was deployed in Iraq in 2004. After serving, Mounts became a police officer in Monroe, and has been serving his community for the last thirteen years.

“I am incredibly fortunate to have been awarded this opportunity and I am committed to paying it forward to other men and women who serve our communities and country,” said Mounts. “Policeman, fireman, and military personnel are all truly inspiring individuals who devote their lives to serving others and I look forward to welcoming them in my doors, and moreover, urge them to take advantage of this exciting and lifechanging experience.”

The PJ’s Coffee brand is passionate about giving back to the veteran community in any way it can. The company is an International Franchise Association VetFran member, proudly offering qualified veterans a 20 percent discount on the initial franchise fee.

A prospective franchisee can expect a total investment range between $178,900 – $373,000 for non-traditional franchise units, and $190,900 – $566,000 for traditional units. The operating model and menu is adaptable to any environment with different options including kiosks and free-standing locations with a drive-thru, ranging from a few hundred square feet up to 2200 square feet. PJ’s Coffee offers a proven franchise structure with strategic corporate support.

PJ’s Coffee serves a wide variety of iced, frozen, hot, cold brew, and nitro-infused coffees using only the top one percent of Arabica beans, as well as organic tea and fresh breakfast pastries. The brand’s famous iced coffees are brewed daily using a special cold-drip process that protects the flavor and strength of the beans, while producing a coffee that is two thirds less acidic – a process pioneered by PJ’s Coffee founder, Phyllis Jordan.

For more information about PJ’s Coffee franchise opportunities, and to request your free franchise information booklet, please visit http://www.pjsfranchise.com. If you have any questions, feel free to call us at (855) 910-9504 during business hours.

About PJ’s Coffee
PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans was founded in 1978 by Phyllis Jordan, a pioneer in the coffee industry. The coffeehouse was acquired by Ballard Brands in 2008 which was spearheaded by brothers Paul, Scott and Steve Ballard. The New Orleans-based coffeehouse demonstrates that better beans, superior roasting techniques, and pure passion for the art of coffee-making matter. The brand serves a wide variety of hot, iced and frozen coffee beverages using only the top one percent of Arabica beans, as well as organic tea and fresh breakfast pastries. As the company recently celebrated its 40^th year as an established brand, it continues to remain an authentic coffeehouse with a New Orleans spirit. PJ’s Coffee has more than 100 locations open and operating nationally and internationally.

11 11, 2019

World’s #1 STEM Enrichment Franchise Challenge Island® Holds Nationwide Events in Recognition of National STEM/STEAM Day

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-11-11T11:46:08-05:00November 11th, 2019|Tags: Challenge Island, children's educational enrichment franchise, entrepreneur magazine, Girl Scout and Boy Scout badge workshops, home-based, STEM / STEAM afterschool enrichment classes|

ATLANTA — Challenge Island® is the world’s #1 ranked STEM/STEAM enrichment franchise. With over 100 locations nationwide, Challenge Island has served over 1 million children in 4000 schools, community centers and other family focused locations. In celebration of National STEM/STEAM Day on November 8, Challenge Island® franchisees ran action-packed STEM/STEAM adventures from coast to coast. The events were designed to help spark local children’s interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math.

Shachi Mody, owner of Challenge Island NW Houston – Katy, TX, partnered with Chick-Fil-A Cinco Ranch to provide hands-on STEM/STEAM Day activities to families in the restaurant. Jill Garcia, owner of Challenge Island South Charlotte, NC, celebrated by building roller coasters with the students of Thales Academy. Debbie Torniven, owner of Challenge Island Reno, NV, was visited by a local news crew as she led a STEAMtastic slime volcano building activity at Sarah Winnemuca Elementary.

In Oahu, Hawaii, Challenge Island Owner Erica Lenentine, held a celebratory STEM/STEAM Family Night at Aikahi Elementary School. Stephanie Edwards of Challenge Island Middle Tennessee set up a sensational STEAM stop at Newk’s Eatery, while Candida Ramdass of Challenge Island Santa Cruz-San Jose, CA took students at Spring Hill School on a World Tour themed engineering adventure. Meanwhile, Ritika Senghal of Challenge Island San Diego Coastal took the children of Kinderhouse Montessori School on an imaginary trek through the Amazon Rainforest.

Robin Bergeron and Leslie Thibodaux, of Challenge Island Houma, LA celebrated by building suspension bridges with the students of the Church Academy of St. Amant, while Tia Sukenik, of Challenge Island North Dallas-West Plano, TX held STEAM festivities with the children of Temple Emanuel Preschool. At Wisconsin’s Brookfield Elementary, students designed African safari rides with Andrea Davis, owner of Challenge Island Waukesha-Milwaukee.

In Rockland County, NY, Julie Termini of Challenge Island Rockland/ NE Bergen held a special STEM/STEAM Day Mechanical Engineering Badge Workshop for the Daisy Scouts of Troop 40129. “On November 8th we proudly celebrated National STEM/STEAM Day,” says Termini, “but at Challenge Island we give children the opportunity to develop their science, technology, engineering, art, and math skills all year round – incorporating communication, collaboration, and critical thinking, while we’re at it!”

Says Oahu owner, Erica Lenentine: “At Challenge Island, EVERY DAY is National STEM/STEAM Day!” And indeed it is.

About Challenge Island®

Challenge Island® is a home-based/mobile children’s educational enrichment franchise. Franchisees run STEM / STEAM afterschool enrichment classes, in-school field trips, camps, Girl Scout and Boy Scout badge workshops, as well as Challenge Island Junior™ and Challenge Island Senior™ programming in preschools and senior living communities.

Learn More About Challenge Island programming near you at www.challenge-island.com and 228906@email4pr.com.

Learn More About Challenge Island franchising opportunities at https://franchise.challenge-island.com/ and 228906@email4pr.com (985) 209-8430

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