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5 09, 2019

N-Hance™ Wood Refinishing Announces Partnership with American Forests

2019-09-05T13:24:30-04:00September 5th, 2019|Tags: , , , , |

Leader in Cabinet and Hardwood Refinishing Committed to Making Positive Impact on Planet

LOGAN, Utah — N-Hance™ Wood Refinishing, a national franchise that specializes in the refinishing of hardwood floors and kitchen cabinets, recently announced its partnership with American Forests, the nation’s first forest conservation organization founded in 1875. The partnership is truly complimentary as both organizations are committed to impactful conservation efforts to better the planet.

In an effort to protect wildlife and ensure every living thing on Earth has a better future, American Forests has planted more than 60 million trees in forest restoration projects in all 50 states since 1990. N-Hance is committed to donating $1 for every kitchen or floor refinishing project to American Forests as part of the partnership. For every dollar donated, one tree will be planted in large forest landscapes across the United State such as Northern Rockies and Cascades, Lower Rio Grande Valley in Texas, fire-damaged areas in California, stripped mineland in West Virginia, and an expanded focus on urban forests as well. N-Hance projects nearly 10,000 trees to be planted in the first year of this partnership.

Americans are using a staggering 27 percent of the wood commercially harvested worldwide. N-Hance has always been an environmentally-conscious organization committed to reducing that number by refinishing existing wood rather than tearing down additional trees to create new cabinets or floors. Every kitchen that is refinished instead of replaced has the potential to save approximately two trees from being lumbered. With over 500 franchise locations, N-Hance provides affordable, green solutions to renew your wood cabinets and floors.

N-Hance uses proprietary solutions and refinishing techniques to restore the natural beauty or change the color completely of hardwood floors, cabinets, doors and trims. The refinishing process provides a much higher quality and durability than painting methods and the brand can help with any wood refinishing need: cabinets, hardwood floors, exterior and interior doors, built-ins, stairs and railings, moldings and trim, furniture, etc.

“While our services are environmentally friendly, we know there is still so much we can do to support conservation efforts which is why we are thrilled to have partnered with American Forests to take action and make impactful contributions,” said Dan Tarantin, CEO of N-Hance Wood Refinishing. “We are confident the partnership with a likeminded organization will generate positive brand recognition with our employees and customers and bring tremendous awareness to American Forests and its nationwide efforts.”

N-Hance sets the industry standard for hardwood refinishing. Helping lead the company’s growth is its one of a kind “Lightspeed® instant curing system” for hardwood cabinets and floors which saves customers time and money over the traditional refinishing, refacing or replacing alternatives. N-Hance’s services can give new life to your cabinets, renewing their natural beauty or updating them with a more modern look.

American Forests is thrilled to be partnering with an organization in the hardwood industry that is so passionate about protecting and restoring our nation’s forests,” said Jad Daley, President and CEO of American Forests. We are excited to be part of sharing that message with N-Hance’s clients and plant trees on their behalf.”

For more information about N-Hance Wood Refinishing, please visit www.nhance.com or call (435) 799-7651. To learn more about American Forests, please visit www.americanforests.org.

ABOUT N-HANCE WOOD REFINISHING™ 
Founded in 2001, N-Hance Wood Refinishing is based in Logan, Utah and is a trusted partner of the Home Depot. N-Hance Wood Refinishing has more than 500 franchises across the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa and is backed by Harris Research, Inc., the same company that grew Chem-Dry into the world’s largest carpet cleaning company. N-Hance was recently recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine, ranking no. 47 on its 2019 Fastest Growing Franchises list in addition to no. 24 on its Top Low Cost Franchises list. For more information about N-Hance and to find a local operator, visit https://www.nhance.com/ or for more information on franchise opportunities, visit https://nhancefranchise.com/.

ABOUT AMERICAN FORESTS
Founded in 1875, American Forests is the nation’s oldest conservation organization dedicated to protecting and restoring America’s forests, but our work today is more critical than ever because forests are a natural climate solution. Since 1990 alone, we have planted over 60 million trees in forest restoration projects in all 50 U.S. states. We have also worked in dozens of cities across America, expanding tree canopy and making our communities more sustainable, beautiful and livable. Together, these projects recover hundreds of thousands of acres of wildlife habitat, safeguard vital watersheds, absorb millions of tons of greenhouse gases and protect some of the most stunning landscapes in America. American Forests is also a noted leader in climate policy and science, including leadership of the Forest-Climate Working Group and serving as an Impact Partner to the U.S. Climate Alliance.

4 09, 2019

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. Signs Franchise Development Agreement To Open New Location In Chicago’s Loop

2019-09-04T16:29:38-04:00September 4th, 2019|Tags: , , , |

No. 1-Ranked Sign, Graphics and Visual Communications Franchisor Continues Midwest Expansion, Recruiting Franchisee Candidates at Franchise Expo Chicago Sept. 13-14, 2019

CARROLLTON, Texas FASTSIGNS International, Inc., franchisor of FASTSIGNS®, the leading sign, graphics and visual communications franchise, announced today it signed a franchise development agreement to open a new location in Chicago — part of the FASTSIGNS’ continued development throughout Chicago and the Midwest. The new location is targeted to open in the Loop and will be owned and operated by Tony McHale.

“With nearly 30 years of experience in sales, marketing, and branding, Tony has the expertise and passion to thrive as a FASTSIGNS franchisee,” said Mark Jameson, Executive Vice President of Franchise Support and Development. “We’re thrilled to have him join FASTSIGNS as we continue to build our presence throughout Chicago.”

Prior to joining FASTSIGNS, McHale was Vice President of Sales, Retail, for North Aurora, Illinois-based Oberweis Dairy. He also held executive-level sales and marketing positions at Mistica Foods and Scala’s Original.

“I’ve always wanted to run my own company and after almost 30 great years in the corporate world, the timing was right to make this entrepreneurial leap,” McHale said. “At every stage of growth, businesses need visual media and marketing. I believe that FASTSIGNS is ideally placed to helped companies of every size meet their marketing needs, large or small. The sheer number of services that FASTSIGNS is able to offer its clients means we can do nearly anything for our business partners. I look forward to the opportunity to help other companies maximize their marketing opportunities.”

FASTSIGNS currently has several locations in the Chicago area — including on East Ohio St., North Halsted St. in West Loop, in Bucktown, and in Lakeview — and will open another in Addison in early January 2020. FASTSIGNS is looking to continue growing throughout the market and surrounding communities. As part of its aggressive franchise development plans, FASTSIGNS will exhibit at Franchise Expo Chicago at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center from Sept. 13-14, 2019. Interested candidates can meet FASTSIGNS’ franchise development team at booth #313 and learn more about franchise opportunities nationwide.

FASTSIGNS is offering a special incentive nationwide for first responders, including paramedics, emergency medical technicians, police officers, sheriffs, and firefighters, which includes a 50 percent reduction on the franchise fee — a savings of $24,875.

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.

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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.

4 09, 2019

N-Hance Wood Refinishing™ Grows at Lightspeed; Aims to Introduce 15 Territories Across Ohio

2019-09-04T16:20:51-04:00September 4th, 2019|Tags: , , , , |

International Leader in Hardwood Floor and Cabinet Refinishing Seeks Franchise Partners in Key Ohio Cities

CLEVELAND — N-Hance Wood Refinishing, the leading nationwide franchise specializing in hardwood floor and kitchen cabinet refinishing with Lightspeed® technology, has announced plans to add 15 new territories throughout Ohio, secured through strategic partnerships, within the next five years.

Kickstarting development goals is local N-Hance owner, Thomas Fisher, who recently opened in the Sandusky area this summer. Fisher owns two territories and joins three other franchisees who opened in 2018 and are seeing incredible success throughout Ohio. To meet the rising demand in the state, N-Hance is actively seeking franchise partners in the cities of Cleveland, with nine territories available, as well as Dayton and Toledo, each with three available territories.

Central Ohio was recently recognized as the nation’s hottest real estate market due to its job growth and low interest rates fueling demand – making it a prime market for N-Hance to expand,” said D’Wayne Tanner, Senior Vice President of Franchise Sales. “Our current operators in the state are seeing great success because the brand is a fit for this type of economic environment. As our reputation continues to blossom, we are looking to build on this momentum by partnering with passionate entrepreneurs who are looking to open a strong, scalable business in markets throughout Ohio.”

Ty Arsenault, owner of three N-Hance Wood Refinishing territories in Portage, Stark, and South Summit Counties, joined the franchise system in early 2018, “Ohio is a market that is continuously flourishing with no sights of slowing down. I knew N-Hance would be a perfect fit because of the proven business model and innovative services it offers. My customers are constantly raving about the efficient process and high-quality results they receive.”

N-Hance sets the industry standard for hardwood refinishing. Helping lead the company’s growth is its one of a kind “Lightspeed® instant curing system for hardwood cabinets and floors which saves customers time and money over the traditional refinishing, refacing or replacing alternatives. N-Hance’s services can give new life to your cabinets, renewing their natural beauty or updating them with a more modern look.

For more information about N-Hance Wood Refinishing and the franchise opportunities throughout Ohio, please visit https://nhancefranchise.com/ or call (435) 265-3091.

ABOUT N-HANCE WOOD REFINISHING™

Founded in 2001, N-Hance Wood Refinishing has become the largest wood refinishing franchise with over 500 franchises across the United States. N-Hance has been featured in Martha Stewart Living, Better Homes and Gardens and on HGTV, DIY Network and more. N-Hance is becoming a household name in the $450 Billion home improvement industry because of their innovation, eco-friendly proprietary processes, and dedication to franchisees. They are backed by the franchising powerhouse, Harris Research, Inc., the same company that grew Chem-Dry into the world’s largest carpet cleaning company.

3 09, 2019

Puerto Rico FASTSIGNS® Team Recognized by the International Franchise Association as a Franchisee of the Year

2019-09-03T12:47:29-04:00September 3rd, 2019|Tags: , , , |

DALLAS — Jose Corujo, Juan A. Rivera, and Teresa Caballero, Master franchisees and owners of all three FASTSIGNS Puerto Rico locations, have been recognized by the International Franchise Association (IFA) with its annual Franchisee of the Year Award during the IFA’s Franchise Action Network Annual Meeting this month.

The Franchisee of the Year award recognizes top performers from various franchise brands whose outstanding performance and contributions enhance the growth and development of the franchising model and their specific brand.

“FASTSIGNS of Puerto Rico represents the brand with passion and excellence, helping grow the network both domestically and internationally,” said Catherine Monson, CEO of FASTSIGNS International, Inc., the leading sign and visual graphics franchisor with more than 700 locations worldwide. “Not only are they committed to FASTSIGNS, they are also committed to helping their local community and consistently making a positive impact. Despite the issues that the islands have recently faced – from the devastation and rebuilding after Hurricane Maria to the economic concerns and political environment – this team continues to move forward, inspiring others along the way. We are thankful to have them as members of the FASTSIGNS family.”

In January of this year, the Puerto Rico team also received the 2019 FASTSIGNS of the Year Award, the most prestigious recognition that is given to the FASTSIGNS franchisee who best represents the FASTSIGNS brand in their community and the network.

About the FASTSIGNS Puerto Rico locations
FASTSIGNS® locations are locally and independently owned and operated. The sign, graphics and visual communications companies provide comprehensive visual marketing solutions to customers of all sizes—across all industries—to help them attract more attention, communicate their message, sell more products, help visitors find their way and extend their branding across all of their customer touch points including décor, events, wearables, digital signage and marketing materials. To learn more, visit:

FASTSIGNS of Carolina | fastsigns.com/2119 | 787.946.4465

FASTSIGNS of Caguas | fastsigns.com/2005 | 787.961.6446

FASTSIGNS of Guaynabo | fastsigns.com/609 | 787.966.7446

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.

3 09, 2019

Chem-Dry Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Receives Multiple Industry Awards, Recognized as Top Franchise

2019-09-03T12:28:26-04:00September 3rd, 2019|Tags: , , , , |

Entrepreneur and Franchise Help Honor Home Services Franchise for Growth and Overall Success

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Chem-Dry, an international carpet and upholstery cleaning franchise, has been recognized as one of the top franchise brands in Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2019 Franchise 500 Ranking and Franchise Help’s 2019 Franchise Awards. In such a large industry with a wide array of both franchised and independent contractors, this recognition of the Chem-Dry network’s performance are true indicators that the brand’s business model remains as strong as ever, customer service continues to exceed expectations, and that the home improvement industry continues to thrive.

Chem-Dry continues its longstanding tradition of ranking No. 1 in Entrepreneur’s carpet cleaning category for 31 consecutive years, while also holding the No. 72 overall position on this year’s Franchise 500 list. Focusing on areas of performance such as financial strength and stability, growth rate and size of the franchise system, Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 ranking is one of the most highly regarded rankings in franchising. Chem-Dry was also recently recognized for its success as an established franchise brand performing highly in growth and profitability, taking the No. 15 spot in Franchise Help’s 2019 Franchise Awards.

“It’s a true honor to be recognized as a top-ranked brand by these prestigious organizations. These achievements are a direct reflection of our hardworking franchise owners and the fantastic service they provide to our growing base of happy customers,” said Dan Tarantin, president and CEO of Harris Research Inc., the parent company of Chem-Dry. “With the home improvement industry thriving, Chem-Dry is benefiting from the growing consumer demand for environmentally-friendly home maintenance services. As we continue to grow our global footprint, we remain committed to providing unparalleled value to our customers across an expanded array of residential and commercial services in each community we serve.”

Chem-Dry uses a green-certified solution and proprietary Hot Carbonating Extraction (HCE) process for cleaning carpets and upholstery, which provides a deeper, longer lasting clean and creates healthier homes and workplaces. In a study by an independent lab, Chem-Dry’s HCE cleaning method was found to remove an average of 98 percent of common household allergens from carpets and upholstery and an average of 89 percent of airborne bacteria when a sanitizer was added. As part of the brand’s focus on ensuring overall home health, it now offers over 50 Green Certified products.

With a network of 3,000 franchise units across more than 55 countries serving 11,000 homes and businesses a day worldwide, these top rankings come at a time when Chem-Dry has seen tremendous growth. This year alone, the brand has signed 67 franchise agreements, and plans to open 105 locations by year-end.

Chem-Dry plans to continue accelerated franchise development efforts throughout the remainder of the year and beyond. Over the last five years, nearly 35 percent of new Chem-Dry locations have come from existing franchisees expanding their business – a true testament to the strength of the business model. Additionally, the company is looking for community-minded entrepreneurs who want to partner with an industry-leading brand in a large and growing category with world-class training and support.

For more information about Chem-Dry, including franchise opportunities, please visit http://chemdryfranchise.com.

About Chem-Dry

Founded in 1977, Chem-Dry is the world’s leading carpet and upholstery cleaning service with a network spanning over 55 countries and serving 11,000 homes and business a day worldwide. Its green-certified solution and proprietary Hot Carbonating Extraction cleaning process provide a deeper clean, allow surfaces to dry faster, and leave homes and workplaces healthier. In addition to being ranked the number one carpet cleaning franchise by Entrepreneur magazine for 31 consecutive years and ranked among the top 10 concepts in the magazine’s list of Top Home-Based Franchises for 19 consecutive years, Chem-Dry has been ranked as the world’s Best House & Office Franchise in the 2018 Global Franchise Awards. For more information about Chem-Dry and to find a local operator, visit www.chemdry.com, or for more information on franchise opportunities, visit www.chemdryfranchise.com. Chem-Dry is owned by Harris Research, Inc., which is also the founder and owner of the fast-growing N-Hance Wood Refinishing franchise and the owner of Delta Disaster Services, an award-winning property restoration franchise.

29 08, 2019

Jimmy John’s Franchisee Opens Always Best Care Of Tarpon Springs

2019-08-29T12:57:32-04:00August 29th, 2019|Tags: , , , , , |

Leading Senior Care Franchise Now Offers Award-Winning Senior Care Services to Florida’s Pinellas, Hillsborough and Pasco Counties

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 Tarpon Springs, Fla. – about 30 miles northwest of Tampa. The new agency is owned and operated by veteran multi-unit franchisee, Keith Booe and Jeri Booe. Keith, a long-time Jimmy John’s franchisee and Jeri will look to bring their prior business experience to the senior care services industry.

“On behalf of the Always Best Care family, we’re truly excited to welcome Keith and Jeri as they launch their agency’s operations in Tarpon Springs and the surrounding areas,” said Jake Brown, President and CEO of Always Best Care. “Florida remains a key market for us as we look to expand further throughout the state. In order to properly serve a community, we seek the right franchisee partners such as the Booe’s who are the perfect fit for our brand. We believe their prior franchising experience, as well as their work with healthcare organizations will result in a successful formula.”

In addition to operating Jimmy John’s locations, Keith and Jeri bring prior experience in sales, business and financial analysis. Keith was a business systems analyst for JPMorgan Chase and Jeri was a senior financial analyst for the University of Minnesota and helped analyze data for healthcare organizations such as the University of Minnesota Departments of Family Medicine, Dermatology and Ophthalmology and Cook Medical Peripheral Intervention. The franchising duo also understands the importance of finding the right senior care for family and friends.

“I know firsthand the difficulty with finding proper care for your loved ones. Recently, we dealt with the challenges of caring for my mother and trying to find people that could help make her comfortable,” said Keith. “I want people in my community to have a senior care company that they can trust and that they know will do everything in their power to care for their family and friends. Always Best Care is that company and we are looking forward to providing our community with top-notch caregivers and the best service they can possibly receive.”

Located in Tarpon Tower at 905 E. MLK Jr. Drive, Always Best Care of Tarpon Springs will provide senior care services to several communities including Palm Harbor, Dunedin, Safety Harbor and Oldsmar.

Always Best Care is one of the nation’s leading providers of non-medical in-home care and assisted living placement services. 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 Tarpon Springs, or for a free evaluation, please call 727-935-1948, email kbooe@abc-seniors.com and visit https://www.alwaysbestcare.com/fl/tarponpalm/.

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.

28 08, 2019

AtWork Group Ranked on SIA’s 2019 Report of Largest US Staffing Firms

2019-08-28T13:08:02-04:00August 28th, 2019|Tags: , , , , |

Staffing Franchise Celebrates Another Year on the List Following Exponential Growth

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — AtWork Group, a fast-growing national staffing and recruiting franchise, announced today that it was included in the Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) 2019 report on the Largest Staffing Firms in the United States. This accolade comes as no surprise following another successful year of sales growth, including a 13.61 percent year-over-year increase in Q2 alone.

Ranked by revenue, the SIA report covers firms that generated at least $100 million in US staffing revenue in 2018. This list, which has been issued annually for 24 years, features 157 companies this year, a hefty increase over the 143 firms included last year. AtWork came in at number 49 for 2019.

“We are thrilled to be included in SIA’s annual list as one of the Largest Staffing Firms in the United States,” said Jason Leverant, President and COO of AtWork Group. “I’m confident that our place on the list is the result of our hardworking franchise owners and top notch customer service that keep business booming.”

AtWork currently operates more than 75 locations across the United States as the need for staffing services for both job applicants and companies continues to grow. This growing need, in combination with the strength and capacity of AtWork, is exemplified by the success of the current franchise owners. AtWork facilitated 50,000 hires in 2018 and doubled its gross revenue over the past three previous years, from $164 million in 2015 to $360 million at the end of 2018.

Aside from being named a Top 50 Franchise for Women and a Top Service Franchise by Franchise Business Review, AtWork Group was also recently ranked in: Forbes’ staffing rankings, Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500®, Franchise Times’ Fast & Serious, Franchise Times’ Top 200+, Inc. Magazine’s Inc. 5000 and Jason Leverant was recognized by the SIA’s prestigious Staffing 100 list earning him a place in the Staffing 100 Hall of Fame.

For more information, please visit atworkfranchise.com.

About AtWork Group

AtWork Group is an industry leading staffing franchise, based in Knoxville, Tennessee. Providing temporary, temp-to-hire and direct-hire services across industries, AtWork specializes in three lines of service – AtWork Personnel, AtWork Medical and AtWork Search. There are 75 locations across 27 states, with the goal to reach 325 by 2029. AtWork franchisees execute region-based decisions that make a difference in their local economies to strengthen their communities. The company facilitated 50,000 hires last year. For more information about franchise opportunities, visit www.AtWorkfranchise.com.

26 08, 2019

Restoration 1® Named to Inc. Magazine’s Annual List of America’s Fastest- Growing Private Companies – the 2019 Inc. 5000

2019-08-26T12:21:51-04:00August 26th, 2019|Tags: , , , |

For the First Time, Restoration 1 Appears on the Inc. 5000, Ranking Number 1415

WACO, Texas – Inc. Magazine today revealed that Waco-based Restoration 1 is No. 1415 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. This is the first time Restoration 1 has been included on the list that represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses.

Over the past three years, Restoration 1 has experienced immense growth, and I am honored to be ranked on the Inc. 5000 list,” said Gary Findley, CEO of Restoration 1. “This is proof to our entire franchise network that hard work pays off, and it’s only the beginning for our brand. I look forward to the years ahead as we continue to grow Restoration 1 across the United States.

Not only have the companies on the 2019 Inc. 5000 been very competitive within their markets, but the list as a whole shows staggering growth compared with prior lists. The 2019 Inc. 5000 achieved an astounding three-year average growth of 454 percent, and a median rate of 157 percent. The Inc. 5000’s aggregate revenue was $237.7 billion in 2018, accounting for 1,216,308 jobs over the past three years.

The companies on this year’s Inc. 5000 have followed so many different paths to success,” says Inc. editor in chief James Ledbetter. “There’s no single course you can follow or investment you can take that will guarantee this kind of spectacular growth. But what they have in common is persistence and seizing opportunities.

Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000.

More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000 Methodology:

The 2019 Inc. 5000 is ranked according to percentage revenue growth when comparing 2015 and 2018. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2015. They had to be U.S.-based, privately held, for profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2018. (Since then, a number of companies on the list have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2015 is $100,000; the minimum for 2018 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Companies on the Inc. 500 are featured in Inc.’s September issue. They represent the top tier of the Inc. 5000, which can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.

About Inc. Media:

Founded in 1979 and acquired in 2005 by Mansueto Ventures, Inc. is the only major brand dedicated exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies, with the aim to deliver real solutions for today’s innovative company builders. Inc. took home the National Magazine Award for General Excellence in both 2014 and 2012. The total monthly audience reach for the brand has been growing significantly, from 2,000,000 in 2010 to more than 20,000,000 today. For more information, visit www.inc.com.

The Inc. 5000 is a list of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. Started in 1982, this prestigious list has become the hallmark of entrepreneurial success. The Inc. 5000 Conference & Awards Ceremony is an annual event that celebrates the remarkable achievements of these companies. The event also offers informative workshops, celebrated keynote speakers, and evening functions.

For more information on Inc. and the Inc. 5000 Conference, visit http://conference.inc.com/

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 are more than 250 locations open and in development throughout the U.S. with plans to expand to more than 500 locations nationwide in the next four years. Restoration 1 has earned numerous rankings from Entrepreneur and is featured in “12 Amazing Franchise Opportunities – Second Edition” by franchise expert Dr. John Hayes. For more information about Restoration 1, visit http://www.restoration1.com.

23 08, 2019

FORTUNE and Great Place to Work® Name Senior Helpers to 2019 Best Workplaces for Aging Services List

2019-08-23T10:54:48-04:00August 23rd, 2019|Tags: , , , , , , , |

NEW YORK — Today, Fortune Magazine named Senior Helpers®, the nation’s premier provider of in-home senior care, one of the Best Places to Work in the country in the Aging Services category. Out of 50 companies featured on the Aging Services list, Senior Helpers ranked second among at-home care providers. Senior Helpers is the highest ranked national company in our category.

This is the third accolade Senior Helpers has received in 2019. In May, Senior Helpers was named the first and only national in-home senior care provider to achieve Great Place to Work® certification. Last month, the company was recognized as one of the Best Workplaces in the state of New York by FORTUNE magazine. A primary driver of these awards has been the positive Senior Helpers culture. With over 300 locations nationwide, Senior Helpers is a mission-driven company that is laser-focused on providing compassionate care and improving the quality of life for seniors and their families.

The Best Places to Work in Aging Services recognition is based on an evaluation of more than 60 elements of the team member experience, using feedback from anonymous surveys sent to more than 223,183 employees in Senior Housing & Care and At-Home Care in the Aging Services industry in the United States. Eighty-five percent of the evaluation is based on employees’ experiences of trust and reaching their full human potential as part of their organization, no matter who they are or what they do. The remaining 15 percent of the rank is based on an assessment of all employees’ daily experiences of innovation, the company’s values and the effectiveness of their leaders to ensure they’re consistently experienced.

“We are truly honored to be recognized by our team members across the nation, for creating one of the best places to work in the industry. Senior Helpers is keenly aware that prospective employees have choices, and we have implemented many workplace practices designed to attract and retain the best employees,” said Peter Ross, CEO and co-founder of Senior Helpers. “Every Senior Helpers team member understands that the work we do is vitally important. We care deeply about our clients and appreciate what our team members do every day.”

“We applaud Senior Helpers for seeking certification and releasing its employees’ feedback,” said Dr. Jacquelyn Kung, of Great Place to Work’s senior care affiliate Activated Insights. “These high ratings measure Senior Helpers’ capacity to earn its employees’ trust and create a great workplace for high performance.”

The Great Place to Work Trust IndexTM methodology is taken by millions of employees across thousands of companies annually. It represents the gold standard in measuring culture and employee engagement.

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® 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.

About Great Place to Work

Great Place to Work is the global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures. Through its certification programs, Great Place to Work recognizes outstanding workplace cultures and produces the annual Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work For®” and Great Place to Work Best Workplaces lists for Millennials, Women, Diversity, Small & Medium Companies, industries and, internationally, countries and regions. Through its culture consulting services, Great Place to Work helps clients create great workplaces that outpace peers on key business metrics like revenue growth, profitability, retention and stock performance.

Learn more at Greatplacetowork.com and on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

22 08, 2019

Hand and Stone Upgrades to Zenoti Software to Leverage the Cloud

2019-08-22T12:29:21-04:00August 22nd, 2019|Tags: , , , , |

Hand and Stone will use Zenoti to Deliver a Personal and Modern Spa Experience to over 400 locations

BELLEVUE, Wash. — Zenoti Software, the leading cloud-based platform for the spa, salon and med spa industry, today announced it has been selected by Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spas as their new technology partner for POS, digital marketing and analytics.  Hand & Stone is growing rapidly, and sought a solutions provider to support its changing needs – and those of its customers. The company was recently named to the top 10 of Forbes’ 2019 “Best Franchises to Buy,” and announced plans to add more than 60 locations and over 1800 jobs in the year ahead. Zenoti will provide Hand and Stone the competitive tools they need to meet the changing landscape of customer expectations.

“We’re excited to partner with Zenoti to offer a highly personalized and modern spa experience for our guests and members,” said Joe Brauer, Chief Technology Officer at Hand and Stone. “We started our evaluation of software providers knowing we needed a proven cloud-based system that could reliably support our network of spa locations.  Zenoti stood out as the most robust platform, and as a partner that will lead with innovation for years to come. Their solution provides a one-stop business management tool capable of supporting our business’s custom workflows, for the individually tailored spa experience that our guests have come to expect.”

Zenoti provides businesses with a robust, cloud-based platform focused on increasing revenue and enhancing the guest experience. The system offers powerful guest engagement and modern, mobile check-in and check-out experiences through its Zenoti GO application by streamlining the process for both guests and staff; a robust, all-in-one system with an intuitive user interface that allows franchise owners to fully leverage technology across their business; and equips franchise owners with fully integrated marketing, loyalty management, inventory management, and more solutions.

“We are thrilled to welcome Hand and Stone to the Zenoti community,” said Sudheer Koneru, CEO at Zenoti.  “As guest expectations evolve, spa operators will need to make pivotal changes in their guest engagement strategies.  With Hand and Stone, we’ve found a partner that is able to fully leverage our solution in order to meet the changing demands of customers.  We will remain focused on solving the needs of the largest businesses in the industry as the industry goes through a transformation.”

ABOUT ZENOTI

Zenoti provides an all-in-one, cloud-based software solution for the spa, salon and med spa industry. The Zenoti platform is engineered for reliability and scale, harnessing the power of enterprise-level technology for businesses of all sizes.

Zenoti powers thousands of spas and salons in more than 50 countries. Zenoti allows users to seamlessly manage every aspect of the business in a comprehensive mobile solution: online appointment bookings, POS, CRM, employee management, inventory management, built-in marketing programs and more. Zenoti helps clients streamline their systems and reduce costs, while simultaneously improving customer retention and spending.

To learn more about Zenoti, visit https://www.zenoti.com/.

ABOUT HAND AND STONE 

Hand & Stone is a 400-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 33 states and Canada. The brand has been named No.1 in the spa category by Entrepreneur Magazine for 2019 and is the fastest growing spa concept in the country.

For more information on Hand & Stone, visit https://www.handandstone.com/.

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