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7 02, 2025

American Family Care Announces Leadership Transition

Paul Zboichyk2025-02-07T00:56:19-05:00February 7th, 2025|Tags: American Family Care, Urgent Care Clinics, Walk-In Clinics|

Jeremy Morgan Appointed as CEO; David Prokupek Named Executive Chairman; Randy Johansen to Retire

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — American Family Care (AFC), the nation’s leading provider of urgent care with nearly 400 walk-in clinics across the United States, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeremy Morgan as Chief Executive Oﬃcer. Morgan succeeds longtime CEO Randy Johansen, who will transition into an advisory role as he retires after three decades of distinguished service. Additionally, AFC welcomes David Prokupek, former CEO of Ideal Image, Jackson Hewitt, and Smashburger, to its Board of Directors as Executive Chairman.

Morgan joins AFC with a proven track record of driving growth and innovation in multi-site consumer franchise organizations. As the former CEO of WellBiz Brands, the nation’s premier franchisor of wellness brands, he led the company to nearly 900 locations and $700 million in system-wide revenue, signiﬁcantly expanding its market presence in beauty and wellness. His experience in scaling franchise systems and fostering innovation will be instrumental in AFC’s continued growth.

Prokupek, a leader in high-growth, consumer-focused industries, brings extensive experience working with private equity sponsors and their management teams to help drive strategic transformation. Most recently as CEO of Ideal Image, he transformed the company into North America’s #1 aesthetics brand, with more than 800 physicians and medical professionals across the U.S. His knowledge of strategy, franchise development, innovation, and direct- to-consumer marketing will help guide AFC’s management team through the next phase of the company’s rapid expansion.

“AFC’s commitment to delivering fast, convenient, and high-quality healthcare resonates deeply with communities nationwide,” said Jeremy Morgan. “I’m excited to build on this foundation by empowering our franchisee network, whose success is vital to our mission. Together, we will drive innovation, foster growth, and expand access to care for the people we serve.”

David Berman, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Lorient Capital, AFC’s private equity sponsor, added: “Jeremy and David bring the perfect blend of energy and experience to AFC. Their leadership will help ensure AFC remains the trusted choice for patients and will aid in driving value for franchisees and communities alike. Randy’s vision and dedication over the past 32 years have transformed AFC from a handful of urgent care clinics into one of the nation’s top urgent care brands. We are deeply grateful for his contributions and look forward to his continued guidance as an advisor.”

About American Family Care

Founded in 1982, American Family Care (AFC) pioneered the concept of convenient and eﬀective urgent care services, delivered through a nationwide network of nearly 400 walk-in clinics. Today, AFC is the nation’s largest provider of urgent care, generating more than $1 billion in system-wide sales annually, with 3,500 highly trained healthcare professionals treating over 4 million patients each year. AFC continues to be a leader in accessible healthcare, providing treatments for ﬂu, allergies, and everyday injuries, along with a comprehensive range of lab tests, x-rays, and occupational medicine services. Ranked #47 on the Entrepreneur® Franchise 500, AFC is one of the most admired brands in urgent care and franchising. For more information, visit americanfamilycare.com.

About Lorient Capital

Lorient is a private investment firm focused exclusively on healthcare service and technology companies. Leveraging its experience as both investors and healthcare operators, Lorient works with founders and management teams to drive growth, optimize operations, and improve healthcare outcomes. Visit us at: https://lorientcap.com/.

31 01, 2025

Home Franchise Concepts Announces Significant Growth Achievements in 2024, Gearing Up for An Impactful 2025

Paul Zboichyk2025-01-31T23:44:38-05:00January 31st, 2025|Tags: franchising systems, Home Franchise Concepts, home improvement goods and services|

Leading Home Services Franchisor Exceeds Growth Goals in 2024, Looks Forward to Another Successful Year Ahead in the Thriving Home Services Industry

IRVINE, Calif. — Home Franchise Concepts, a subsidiary of JM Family Enterprises, is celebrating an exceptional year of growth. With more than 250 territories sold across its entire portfolio in 2024, Home Franchise Concepts is building upon this momentum and is already well on its way to achieving its ambitious 2025 growth goals. Home Franchise Concepts’ portfolio includes: AdvantaClean®, Aussie Pet Mobile®, Bath Tune-Up®, Budget Blinds®, Concrete Craft®, Kitchen Tune-Up®, Lightspeed Restoration®, PremierGarage®, The Tailored Closet®, and Two Maids®.

In what proved to be a landmark year for Home Franchise Concepts, new territories represented more than half of all development sales in 2024 – solidifying its position as a leader in the booming restoration and home services industry. Surpassing its lofty development goals, the franchisor achieved nearly 150 new territories by the mid-year mark and exceeded year-end projections well before the end of Q4. This remarkable growth is a testament to the company’s strategic focus on innovation, customer experience, franchisee support, and cultivating an industry-leading culture for both associates and franchise owners.

Under the visionary leadership of CEO Andrew Skehan and the development team, Home Franchise Concepts continues to demonstrate why it is the go-to franchisor for people looking to change their lives through franchising. In fact, the portfolio of brands continued to be recognized by top organizations as award-winning franchises to own, including Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500, Franchise Times’ Top 400, IFA’s Franchisee of the Year, Franchise Business Review’s Top 200 Franchises, and more.

“It is great to see the results of collective efforts across the company to promote innovation and deliver new perspectives to each of our brands, allowing them to become even more successful.” said Skehan. “This year, the Home Franchise Concepts family of brands leveraged ongoing technological advancements and superior customer service to drive their significant progress. As we move into 2025, we look forward to further expansion across the nation as we capitalize on the increasing demand for quality home services.”

A top priority for Home Franchise Concepts in 2024 was encouraging innovation and problem solving across the company’s portfolio. As such, Home Franchise Concepts joined JM Family’s annual “Doing It Better” Showcase (DIBS), a program designed to promote internal teamwork and present new ways to improve customer experience, work effectively, and drive growth. The result of this program generated actionable ideas to improve marketing techniques, technology, and more. The winning web development team was honored for designing an interactive map for the brand’s website to showcase customer reviews and sales activities across a specific neighborhood.

To further the company’s commitment to setting industry standards and laying the groundwork for exponential growth, there were a number of impactful executive leadership changes across its portfolio:

Paul Ebert was promoted to Group President, as he expanded his role from President of Aussie Pet Mobile and Two Maids to also include AdvantaClean and Lightspeed Restoration. Ebert’s vision and leadership have been instrumental in driving the success of the former organizations, and Home Franchise Concepts looks forward to Ebert’s leadership of the latter.
Paige Bonopane transferred from parent company JM Family Enterprises to become Home Franchise Concepts’ Chief People Officer.
Budget Blinds promoted Tracy Christman to Chief Operating Officer; and expanded roles for Amy Campbell to Vice President of Marketing, Product Design & Strategy; and Nicholas (Nick) Petropoulos as Director of Information Technologies. This restructuring aligns with the brand’s strategic vision to become the most revered brand in the window coverings industry.

Looking ahead, Home Franchise Concepts aims to continue exceeding development goals and increasing sales, while keeping innovation and franchisee support top-of-mind, solidifying the brand’s leadership position in the home services industry. Home Franchise Concepts is looking toward elevating even more promising franchise brands in high-potential markets and growing them into powerful segment leaders. These goals aim to propel the brand toward a future of sustained success, driving growth and fostering meaningful relationships with their franchisees, associates, and customers.

To learn more about Home Franchise Concepts and franchise development opportunities, visit homefranciseconcepts.com.

About Home Franchise Concepts
Home Franchise Concepts® , is one of the world’s largest franchising systems in the home improvement goods and services space, among the world’s largest franchise businesses and a recognized leader in franchisee-franchisor relationships. Home Franchise Concepts’ brands, including AdvantaClean®, Aussie Pet Mobile®, Bath Tune-Up®, Budget Blinds®, Concrete Craft®, Kitchen Tune-Up®, Lightspeed Restoration®, PremierGarage®, The Tailored Closet™, and Two Maids®, are consistently rated at the top of their categories and supported by more than 2,400 franchise territories in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. For information on franchise opportunities, please visit homefranciseconcepts.com.

About JM Family Enterprises
JM Family Enterprises, Inc. was founded by automotive legend, Jim Moran in 1968. It is a privately held company with more than $20 billion in revenue and more than 5,000 associates. Rooted in automotive and united in its strong culture and core values, JM Family is in the business of helping other businesses succeed. As a long-term partner, it is invested in its companies, associates and its communities. Driven by exceptional performance, current subsidiaries are in the automotive, financial services, franchising and specialty distribution industries. Its family of companies includes: Southeast Toyota Distributors, JM&A Group, World Omni Financial Corp. (dba Southeast Toyota Finance), JM Lexus, Home Franchise Concepts®, Futura Title & Escrow and Rollease Acmeda. Interact with JM Family on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

31 01, 2025

BELFOR Franchise Group brands honored in Entrepreneur’s prestigious Franchise 500®

Paul Zboichyk2025-01-31T23:31:49-05:00January 31st, 2025|Tags: BELFOR Franchise Group, hardwood floor refinishing industry, home remodeling, innovative floor sanding service, kitchen cabinet refinishing, N-Hance Wood Refinishing|

The Patch Boys, Blue Kangaroo Packoutz, redbox+ Dumpsters, Chem-Dry and 1-800 WATER DAMAGE recognized in annual rankings

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Five brands within BELFOR Franchise Group , a leading global residential and commercial services franchisor, have been named to Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® list, the foremost annual ranking of franchise opportunities.

The 2025 edition of the Franchise 500® list names The Patch Boys, Blue Kangaroo Packoutz, redbox+ Dumpsters, Chem-Dry, and 1-800 WATER DAMAGE among the top options for prospective franchise owners, recognizing strong brand identity, financial stability and overall unit growth.

“For more than 46 years, the Franchise 500® has been our industry’s gold standard, so it’s an honor to see five BELFOR Franchise Group brands recognized in this year’s rankings,” said Doug Smith, SVP of Franchise Development at BELFOR Franchise Group. “Our goal is to empower franchisees with industry-leading training and support that foster long-term success, enabling them to pursue their dreams of business ownership. It’s rewarding to see this mission recognized in the annual Franchise 500® rankings.”

Over the last several decades, Entrepreneur’s editorial team has employed an increasingly sophisticated formula to evaluate and rank the most promising opportunities for potential franchisees, assessing franchise brands according to factors such as brand strength, financial security, size and growth and costs and fees. The Franchise 500® list is not only a benchmark for competitiveness among franchisors, but an important research tool for those who aspire to operate franchises of their own.

The leadership and support teams at BELFOR Franchise Group recognize that investing in a franchise and becoming a business owner is a major life decision that demands thoughtful consideration. Their franchise network and systems are tailored to support driven individuals at every stage of their franchise ownership journey.

To see the full list of rankings, visit http://www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500 or pick up a copy of the January/February 2025 issue of Entrepreneur on newsstands now.

For more information about BELFOR Franchise Group and the franchise opportunities available in your area, visit belforfranchisegroup.com.

About BELFOR Franchise Group

BELFOR Franchise Group is a leading global residential and commercial services franchisor. For decades, BELFOR Franchise Group has empowered entrepreneurs by offering industry-leading training, support and equipment, proven business models, and ongoing coaching and business development. BELFOR Franchise Group is the parent organization to 14 reputable service-based franchise opportunities in the home services, commercial cleaning, and restoration industries. The franchise brands include 1-800-BOARDUP, 1-800 WATER DAMAGE, Blue Kangaroo Packoutz, Chem-Dry Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning, COOL-BINZ, DUCTZ, HOODZ, JUNKCO+, N-Hance Wood Refinishing, The Patch Boys, redbox+ Dumpsters, Clear Pest Pros, WINMAR, and Z PLUMBERZ. For more information, visit belforfranchisegroup.com.

28 01, 2025

Pillar To Post Ranks on Entrepreneur’s 2025 Franchise 500® List

Paul Zboichyk2025-01-28T20:21:42-05:00January 28th, 2025|Tags: “executive” model, Home Inspector Franchise, Pillar to Post Home Inspectors|

Leading Home Inspection Franchise Recognized for Continued Excellence and Growth for 28^th Consecutive Year

TAMPA, Fla. — Pillar To Post, North America’s largest home inspection company, is proud to announce its ranking on Entrepreneur Magazine’s 46^th annual Franchise 500® list, securing the #417 spot for 2025. This latest ranking is the brand’s 28^th consecutive year of being named to the list and follows Pillar To Post’s induction to Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® Hall of Fame in 2024.

Since 1994, Pillar To Post has consistently been a leader in the franchise and home inspection industries, earning its place on the Franchise 500® list through a combination of innovation, operational efficiency, and franchise owner support. The company’s Executive Model has been instrumental in driving its sustained success by empowering franchise business owners to manage scalable operations without needing to perform home inspections themselves.

“Our placement on the Franchise 500 list again this year reaffirms our commitment to helping franchise business owners succeed in a competitive and ever-evolving market,” said Charles Furlough, President and CEO of Pillar To Post. “The Executive Model continues to be a differentiator, allowing owners to build profitable businesses while leveraging cutting-edge tools to simplify our processes. We’re grateful for this year’s honor and we’ll use it to continue to build our franchise system and sustain our success.”

In Entrepreneur‘s continuing effort to best understand and evaluate the ever-changing franchise marketplace, the company’s ranking formula continues to evolve as well. The editorial team researches and assesses several factors, including costs and fees, size and growth, support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability. Each franchise is then given a cumulative score based on an analysis of more than 150 data points, and the 500 franchises with the highest cumulative scores become the Franchise 500® in ranked order.

Pillar To Post was also recently named to Entrepreneur’s Top 150 Franchises for Veterans list, continuing its all around support for veteran business owners and its entire franchise system. As the brand grows into 2025, it will continue to provide comprehensive support to its franchise business owners at every stage of their journeys while also introducing tools like PTPHomePage to enhance transparency and streamline communication between homeowners, realtors, and inspectors.

“Being ranked in the Franchise 500 is a testament to the hard work of our franchise business owners and the strength of our system,” said Eric Steward, Sr. Director of Franchise Recruitment. “As we look to 2025 and beyond, we’ll continue to build on this achievement, growing our Executive Model, enhancing our internal and external processes, and driving success for our entire network.”

To view Pillar To Post in the full ranking, visit https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500 or pick up a copy of the January/February 2025 issue of Entrepreneur on newsstands now.

To learn more about Pillar To Post Home Inspectors and its franchise opportunities, please visit https://franchise.pillartopost.com/.

About Pillar To Post Home Inspectors^®
Founded in 1994, Pillar To Post Home Inspectors is the largest home inspection company in North America with home offices in Toronto and Tampa. There are 450+ franchises located across the United States and Canada. The company has been named as Best in Category in Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise500® ranking for 18 years in a row. For further information, please visit www.pillartopost.com.

28 01, 2025

Assisted Living Locators Offers a Franchise Opportunity to Make a Difference with Work-Life Balance

Paul Zboichyk2025-01-28T20:12:11-05:00January 28th, 2025|Tags: assisted living communities, Assisted Living Locators, franchisee sales training, in-home care, independent retirement options, memory care, senior care placement|

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — As the demand for senior care services continues to grow, Assisted Living Locators, a leader in the senior placement industry and member of Evive Brands, is offering a unique franchise opportunity to compassionate entrepreneurs seeking to make a meaningful impact in their communities while enjoying a balanced work-life dynamic. With a nationwide network of 155 franchise locations across 39 states, the company’s proven model enables franchisees to guide families through the complex process of finding quality senior care, delivering both professional fulfillment and personal satisfaction.

Top-performing franchisee Chrissy Moser of South Lee & Collier County, FL, embodies the success and balance that the Assisted Living Locators franchise offers. As a mother, Chrissy values the flexibility the franchise provides, allowing her to be there for her family while making a positive difference in the lives of seniors and their loved ones.

“Joining Assisted Living Locators has been incredibly rewarding,” Moser shares. “The ability to positively impact seniors in my community while having the flexibility to be present for my children is invaluable. This franchise has allowed me to build a successful business without compromising my family life.”

Franchisees benefit from a proven business model, comprehensive training, and the company’s coaching team, which provides tailored guidance and expert growth strategies at every stage. This extensive support system empowers franchisees to overcome challenges, optimize operations, and achieve their business goals. Additionally, Assisted Living Locators is the first and only senior placement service with Dementia Care Certified advisors across its network, further distinguishing its franchisees as trusted community resources.

“Our franchisees are dedicated individuals who are passionate about helping others,” says Angela Olea, RN, Assisted Living Locators Founder and Brand President. “We provide them with the tools and support they need to succeed, allowing them to make a meaningful impact in their communities while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.”

With a low initial investment and the flexibility to operate from home, Assisted Living Locators offers a business opportunity that allows franchisees to manage their schedules, reduce overhead costs, and offer personalized services that resonate deeply within their communities.

For more information on franchise opportunities with Assisted Living Locators and how you can make a difference in your community, visit www.assistedlivinglocators.com/franchise.

About Assisted Living Locators

Assisted Living Locators, a member of Evive Brands with 150 franchises across 39 states and Washington, D.C., offers no-cost senior placement and referral services for in-home care, independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

28 01, 2025

ALL 19 NEIGHBORLY® NORTH AMERICAN BRANDS NAMED AMONG THE TOP FRANCHISES IN ENTREPRENEUR MAGAZINE’S FRANCHISE 500® RANKING

Paul Zboichyk2025-01-28T20:06:46-05:00January 28th, 2025|Tags: home based franchise, home services franchisor, Neighborly, Neighbourly, owner operated franchise opportunity, residential and commercial clients|

Home services franchisor makes history with all brands earning a spot on rankings for the first time, with seven brands securing the No. 1 position in their respective categories

WACO, Texas — Neighborly^®, the world’s largest home services company, today announced all 19 of its North American brands were recognized among the top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur‘s Franchise 500®, the world’s first and most comprehensive franchise ranking. This marks the first time in Neighborly’s history that all its brands have been named to this prestigious list. This award is a testament to the unwavering commitment and support of the company’s North American franchise owners.

“What makes this achievement truly special is the collective success of all our brands earning this incredible recognition,” said Mike Davis, Chief Executive Officer, Neighborly. “This milestone would not have been possible without the dedication, hard work, and perseverance of our franchise owners. As we begin the new year, we celebrate this accomplishment together with them. I look forward to building on our momentum by continuing to enable and empower our franchise owners to deliver unparalleled service to our customers.”

Among noteworthy rankings for Neighborly brands on this year’s Franchise 500, seven total Neighborly brands – Real Property Management, Mr. Rooter® Plumbing, Mr. Electric®, Glass Doctor®, Aire Serv®, Precision Garage Door Service® and Dryer Vent Wizard® – all earned the No. 1 spots on the list for their respective franchise categories.

For 46 years, achieving placement on the annual Entrepreneur Franchise 500® has been a highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry and is recognized as an invaluable resource for potential franchisees. The 2025 Franchise 500® ranks the following Neighborly brands based on their outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power:

Real Property Management #85, Ranked #1 in Category
Mr. Rooter® Plumbing #104, Ranked #1 in Category
Mr. Electric® #169, Ranked #1 in Category
Glass Doctor® #178, Ranked #1 in Category
Aire Serv® #256, Ranked #1 in Category
Precision Garage Door Service® #290, Ranked #1 in Category
Dryer Vent Wizard® #369, Ranked #1 in Category
Molly Maid® #83
Rainbow Restoration® #110
ShelfGenie® #238
Mosquito Joe® #250
Mr. Appliance® #255
Mr. Handyman® #257
HouseMaster® #289
The Grounds Guys® #301
Five Star Painting® #348
Window Genie® #405
Lawn Pride® #451
Junk King® #469

“At Neighborly, we are dedicated to setting our franchise owners up for success through our proven franchise model, comprehensive training and support,” said Brad Stevenson, Chief Development Officer, Neighborly. “This milestone is a testament to the strength of our system and the exceptional power of our brands.”

In Entrepreneur‘s continuing effort to best understand and evaluate the ever-changing franchise marketplace, the company’s ranking formula continues to evolve as well. The editorial team researches and assesses several factors, including costs and fees, size and growth, support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability. Each franchise is given a cumulative score based on an analysis of more than 150 data points, and the 500 franchises with the highest cumulative scores become the Franchise 500® in ranking order.

To view all 19 Neighborly brands in the full ranking, visit https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500.

About Neighborly®
Neighborly® is the world’s largest home services company with more than 30 brands and 5,500 franchises collectively serving 14 million+ customers by repairing, maintaining, and enhancing their homes and businesses. Through Neighborly.com and the Neighborly mobile app, we connect consumers to local service providers that meet rigorous franchisor standards across 19 service categories. More information about Neighborly, and its franchise concepts, is available at Neighborlybrands.com. To learn about franchising opportunities with Neighborly, click here.

27 01, 2025

SENIOR HELPERS NAMED #1 FRANCHISE IN SENIOR CARE IN ENTREPRENEUR MAGAZINE’S FRANCHISE 500® RANKING

Paul Zboichyk2025-01-27T15:22:00-05:00January 27th, 2025|Tags: Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, dementia, family caregivers, in-home senior care, pairing clients with compatible caregivers, personal and companion care, senior care, Senior Helpers, trained and certified caregivers|

In-Home Care Leader Ranks as Top Franchise for More Than 15 Years in a Row

TOWSON, Md. — Senior Helpers was recognized as one of the top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur‘s Franchise 500®, the world’s first and most comprehensive franchise ranking. For 46 years, achieving placement on the annual Entrepreneur Franchise 500® has been a highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry and is recognized as an invaluable resource for potential franchisees. The 2025 Franchise 500® ranks Senior Helpers as the #1 franchise in the senior care category for its outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power.

“Being recognized as the top senior care franchise in Entrepreneur‘s Franchise 500® ranking reinforces Senior Helpers’ role as a leader in this space. This achievement reflects our commitment to equipping our franchise owners with the tools, resources, and support they need to build thriving businesses while delivering exceptional care to seniors and their families,” said Rob Cantrell, Chief Franchise Development Officer, Senior Helpers

Peter Ross, CEO and Co-Founder of Senior Helpers adds, “This recognition is an incredible honor that underscores the dedication and passion of our entire Senior Helpers family. It’s a testament to the tireless efforts of our franchise owners, caregivers, and support teams who embody our mission of improving the quality of life for our clients, their families and our employees. It inspires us to continue innovating, supporting our franchisees, and setting the standard for excellence in senior care.”

In Entrepreneur‘s continuing effort to best understand and evaluate the ever-changing franchise marketplace, the company’s 46-year-old ranking formula continues to evolve as well. The editorial team researches and assesses several factors, including costs and fees, size and growth, support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability. Each franchise is given a cumulative score based on an analysis of more than 150 data points, and the 500 franchises with the highest cumulative scores become the Franchise 500® in ranking order.

“The Franchise 500 is more than a list. It’s really a collection of life-changing opportunities, featuring strong and resilient brands that future franchisees will be proud to be a part of,” says Jason Feifer, editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine. “This year’s honorees represent the bold ideas, operational excellence, and adaptability that make franchising a cornerstone of entrepreneurial success.”

Over its 46 years in existence, the Franchise 500® has become both a dominant competitive measure for franchisors and a primary research tool for potential franchisees. Senior Helpers’ position on the ranking is a testament to its strength as a franchise opportunity.

To view Senior Helpers in the full ranking, visit www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500. Results can also be seen in the January/February 2025 issue of Entrepreneur, available on newsstands January 14th.

About Senior Helpers
Senior Helpers® is a premier provider of in-home senior care, offering tailored services that range from companionship to specialized care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other chronic diseases. With a mission to provide compassionate care and improve the quality of life for seniors and their families, Senior Helpers is committed to setting the standard for dependable, professional, and personalized care through innovative programs like our proprietary LIFE Profile Assessment Tool, Center of Excellence, and flexHOME.

Founded in 2002, Senior Helpers operates a network of locally owned and operated franchises across the United States, Canada, and Australia. Senior Helpers has been recognized as a Great Place to Work® and is an industry leader in providing best-in-class training and support for its caregivers. To learn more about Senior Helpers and their services, visit www.seniorhelpers.com. If you are interested in opening a Senior Helpers franchise location, visit www.seniorhelpersfranchise.com.

27 01, 2025

Mosquito Shield named #1 pest control franchise by Entrepreneur’s highly competitive Franchise 500® for three years running

Paul Zboichyk2025-01-27T10:47:07-05:00January 27th, 2025|Tags: Five Star Franchising, Mosquito Shield, residential mosquito and tick control service|

Entrepreneur Magazine recognizes the residential mosquito and tick control service as an industry leader for opportunity, growth, financial performance and brand power

NORTH ATTLEBORO — Mosquito Shield, the trusted provider of effective residential mosquito, tick and perimeter pest control service, ranks #1 in the pest control industry for three consecutive years on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500®, the leading and most comprehensive authority on franchise ranking. Mosquito Shield ranked #136 overall and is one of three Five Star brands to make the esteemed list.

“Ranking #1 on the Franchise 500® for three years in a row is a testament of the effort everyone on our team puts in on a daily basis,” said Michael Moorhouse, president of Mosquito Shield. “We see consistent growth year after year because our team gives franchise owners the tools they need to excel. From innovative training to templated solutions for strategic growth, our home team lays the foundation for franchise owners to hit the ground running.”

For 46 years, achieving placement on the annual Entrepreneur Franchise 500® has been a highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry and is recognized as an invaluable resource for potential franchise owners.

“Receiving recognition as the best franchise in your industry by Entrepreneur three years running is a feat that most franchise platforms dream of,” said Colt Florence, senior vice president of franchise development for Five Star Franchising. “The Mosquito Shield team goes above and beyond to ensure our franchise owners have the support necessary for growth. We anticipate continued success from the brand and look forward to empowering expansion for its current and future franchise owners.”

Mosquito Shield achieves outstanding pest control results by utilizing a proprietary blend of natural oils and select control products and a responsive spraying schedule based on real-time pest population analysis and weather conditions.

For more information about Mosquito Shield, visit moshield.com. To learn about franchising opportunities, visit moshield.fivestarfranchising.com.

To view the full ranking, visit http://www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500. Results can also be seen in the January/February 2025 issue of Entrepreneur, available on newsstands January 14th.

About Mosquito Shield

Mosquito Shield is America’s trusted provider of effective residential mosquito, tick and perimeter pest control service. Combining an innovative proprietary blend of natural oils and select control products with a responsive spraying schedule designed around real-time pest population analysis and weather conditions, Mosquito Shield delivers the best results in the industry to help customers in over 375 territories enjoy their outdoor spaces. Mosquito Shield, part of the Five Star Franchising platform of home service brands, was ranked the top pest control franchise in the U.S. by Entrepreneur in 2023, 2024 and 2025. For more information about Mosquito Shield, visit moshield.com. To learn about franchising opportunities, visit moshield.fivestarfranchising.com.

24 01, 2025

Three Five Star Franchising brands named among the top franchises in Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500® ranking

Paul Zboichyk2025-01-24T08:15:23-05:00January 24th, 2025|Tags: Card My Yard, Five Star Franchising, home service brands|

Mosquito Shield, Gotcha Covered and Five Star Bath Solutions represent the innovative home service franchise platform on the highly competitive annual list

SPRINGVILLE, Utah — Three brands from the rapidly expanding platform of Five Star Franchising were recognized as top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500®, the world’s first and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

The 2025 Franchise 500® ranks Mosquito Shield (#136), Five Star Bath Solutions (#233) and Gotcha Covered (#377) for their outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power. All three brands have maintained a streak on the esteemed list, with:

Mosquito Shield listed four years in a row.
Five Star Bath Solutions listed seven years in a row.
Gotcha Covered listed six years in a row.

Mosquito Shield also ranks #1 among all pest control franchises for the third consecutive year.

“Receiving this distinction validates the world-class services we provide at Five Star Franchising,” said Scott Abbott, CEO and co-founder of Five Star Franchising. “We’re thrilled that Mosquito Shield, Gotcha Covered, and Five Star Bath made the list once again, and we’re especially proud of Mosquito Shield for being number one in pest control for three years running. Making the Franchise 500® shows that Five Star’s industry-leading franchise systems, in addition to the hard work our franchise owners and leaders put into their brands, make an impact on their communities.”

“The Franchise 500® is more than a list. It’s really a collection of life-changing opportunities, featuring strong and resilient brands that future franchisees will be proud to be a part of,” says Jason Feifer, editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine. “This year’s honorees represent the bold ideas, operational excellence, and adaptability that make franchising a cornerstone of entrepreneurial success.”

In Entrepreneur’s continuing effort to best understand and evaluate the ever-changing franchise marketplace, the company’s 46-year-old ranking formula continues to evolve as well. The editorial team researches and assesses several factors, including costs and fees, size and growth, support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability. Each franchise is given a cumulative score based on an analysis of more than 150 data points, and the 500 franchises with the highest cumulative scores become the Franchise 500® in ranking order.

“Securing spots on this year’s list demonstrates the value and opportunity franchise owners have as part of the Five Star Franchising platform of brands,” said Colt Florence, senior vice president of franchise development for Five Star Franchising. “By building and streamlining innovative systems through our shared platform, we empower franchise owners to unlock personal and financial freedom.”

To view the full ranking, visit http://www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500. Results can also be seen in the January/February 2025 issue of Entrepreneur, available on newsstands January 14th.

For more information about Five Star Franchising and its platform of home service brands, visit Five Star Franchising.

About Five Star Franchising
Five Star Franchising is an innovative, growing platform of home service brands with more than 1,500 total locations throughout North America. Franchise owners across Five Star’s brands, including Five Star Bath Solutions, Gotcha Covered, Bio-One, Mosquito Shield, 1-800-Packouts, and Card My Yard enjoy a robust support network and access to industry-leading tools such as ProNexis, the 24/7 sales support solution tailored for home service businesses, and Five Star Marketing Services, Five Star Franchising’s elite marketing engine. Five Star Franchising’s commitment to core values — Driven, Real, Innovative, Vital, and Enthusiastic (DRIVE) — ensures its brands are category leaders and empowers franchise owners to maximize profitable growth and secure their financial destiny. Five Star Franchising is consistently recognized as one of the most successful companies in the industry. The company has appeared on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in America four times, ranking #157 in 2024. Five Star Franchising also ranks among the fastest-growing businesses in its home state, with positions on the MountainWest Capital Network Utah 100, the Utah Valley BusinessQ UV50 and the Utah Business Fast 50 lists. For more information, visit fivestarfranchising.com.

About Five Star Bath Solutions
Five Star Bath Solutions is the premier bath transformation franchise in the home remodeling industry. The company, named to the highly competitive Entrepreneur Franchise 500 for seven consecutive years, designs and builds dream bathrooms through expertise and trust providing affordable transformations and beautiful solutions. Part of the Five Star Franchising portfolio of home service brands since 2014, Five Star Bath Solutions is one of the fastest-growing bath remodeling franchises in the world with more than 200 franchise locations. Five Star Bath Solutions was also recognized as one of the fastest-growing franchises in the U.S. and Canada by Entrepreneur in 2024 and named a Top Low-Cost Franchise for 2023 by Franchise Business Review. For more information, visit fivestarbathsolutions.com. To learn about franchising with Five Star Bath Solutions, visit bathsolutionsfranchising.com.

About Gotcha Covered
Gotcha Covered is the premier provider of custom window treatments in North America, offering solutions including blinds, draperies, shutters, smart home systems and much more. The company provides end-to-end consultation inspired by customer’s needs and goals, and proudly celebrates 99% positive customer reviews. Franchising since 2009 and acquired by Five Star Franchising in 2021, Gotcha Covered is quickly growing across North America with more than 160 franchise locations. In 2024, Entrepreneur named Gotcha Covered to its highly competitive Franchise 500 list and recognized the company as one of the fastest-growing franchises in the U.S. and Canada. Gotcha Covered was named a Top Franchise, Top Low-Cost Franchise and Top Recession-Proof Franchise by Franchise Business Review in 2023. For more information, visit gotchacovered.com. To learn about franchising with Gotcha Covered, visit gotchacovered.fivestarfranchising.com.

About Mosquito Shield
Mosquito Shield is America’s trusted provider of effective residential mosquito, tick and perimeter pest control service. Combining an innovative proprietary blend of natural oils and select control products with a responsive spraying schedule designed around real-time pest population analysis and weather conditions, Mosquito Shield delivers the best results in the industry to help customers in over 375 territories enjoy their outdoor spaces. Mosquito Shield, part of the Five Star Franchising platform of home service brands, was ranked the top pest control franchise in the U.S. by Entrepreneur in 2023, 2024 and 2025. For more information about Mosquito Shield, visit moshield.com. To learn about franchising opportunities, visit moshield.fivestarfranchising.com.

24 01, 2025

Express Employment Professionals: Unmatched Leader as Top US Staffing/Recruiting Franchise in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® Ranking

Paul Zboichyk2025-01-24T08:00:49-05:00January 24th, 2025|Tags: business services, Express Employment Professionals, professional education, staffing solutions|

OKLAHOMA CITY — Continuing its impressive streak in the Entrepreneur Franchise 500^® Hall of Fame, Express Employment Professionals has been named the top U.S. staffing/recruiting franchise for the 14^th consecutive year, according to the 2024 Franchise 500^® rankings released today.

“Joining the Express franchise network offers entrepreneurs a remarkable chance to build their own business and pursue their financial goals, while benefiting from the expertise and support of a seasoned global leader,” Express Employment International CEO Bill Stoller said. “Our consistent recognition as the top U.S. staffing/recruiting franchise by Entrepreneur underscores the unwavering dedication of our team and our innovative approach to meeting the unique needs of employers and job seekers.”

Jason Feifer, Entrepreneur editor-in-chief, says the Franchise 500 is more than a list. It’s a collection of life-changing opportunities, featuring strong and resilient brands that future franchisees will be proud to be a part of.

“This year’s honorees represent the bold ideas, operational excellence and adaptability that make franchising a cornerstone of entrepreneurial success,” he added.

Key factors in the evaluation include costs and fees, size and growth, support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability. Each franchise is then given a cumulative score based on an analysis of more than 150 data points, and the 500 franchises with the highest cumulative scores become the Franchise 500^® in ranked order.

Over its 46 years in existence, the Franchise 500^® has become both a dominant competitive measure for franchisors and a primary research tool for potential franchisees. Express’ position on the ranking is a testament to its strength as a franchise opportunity.

With more than 860 franchises internationally, in 2024, Entrepreneur further recognized Express as a Top Global Franchise, a Top Franchise for Veterans, a Top Franchise for Less Than $150,000, a Top Brand for Multi-Unit Owners and gave the company a Best of the Best ranking. Forbes added to the recognition with awards for one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms, Best Large Employers and Best Professional Recruiting Firms.

From Staffing Industry Analysts, Express was named among the largest U.S. staffing firms, largest U.S. industrial staffing firms, largest U.S. office/clerical staffing firms, largest U.S. direct hire firms, largest global staffing firms and among the top 50 providers of direct hire services globally.

If you want to make your mark as part of the top staffing/recruiting franchise, visit ExpressFranchising.com for more information.

If you would like to arrange for an interview to discuss this topic, please contact Sheena.Hollander@ExpressPros.com, Director of Corporate Communications & PR.

About Bill Stoller
William H. “Bill” Stoller is chairman and chief executive officer of Express Employment International. Founded in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, the international staffing franchisor supports the Express Employment Professionals franchise and related brands. The Express franchise brand is an industry-leading, international staffing company with franchise locations in the U.S., Canada, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.

About Express Employment Professionals
At Express Employment Professionals, we’re in the business of people. From job seekers to client companies, Express helps people thrive and businesses grow. Our international network of franchises offers localized staffing solutions to the communities they serve across the U.S., Canada, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, employing 492,000 people globally in 2023 and more than 11 million since its inception. For more information, visit ExpressPros.com.

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