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November 2020 Articles
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Entrepreneurs times three
This company may new to franchising, but don’t let that fool you. Headed by not one, but three veteran entrepreneurs, Surveillance Secure offers more than 75 years of collective business experience to their franchise owners. By Rochelle Miller
A Faithful Journey
Galen Overholt knows what it means to answer to a higher calling. As a Christian missionary for more than 12 years, he and his wife lived in northwest Ontario to teach others about their faith. By Rochelle Miller
Success Has No Boundaries
As owners of a pet store in Caracas, Venezuela, Alex Sanchez and Joanne Arvelaez not only knew how to run a successful business, but they also had a broad knowledge base about the pet industry. Despite their expertise, however, they found they were not immune to the economic downturn that rippled throughout their home country. By Rochelle Miller
A Highly Profitable and Fulfilling Opportunity
Dog Training Elite’s founder, John Mestas, knew from an early age he wanted to pursue a career that allowed him to interact with dogs. He spent many years honing his training skills by entering dogs in obedience trials. In 1976, Mestas opened Arrow Kennels, named after his first obedience trial dog, Arrow. He began training dogs who boarded at the kennels, and before long, the training services offered by Mestas became the most lucrative aspect of the business.
Introducing Veterans to a Fresh Start
The process of transitioning out of the military is full of unknowns. After dedicated service to our country, service members find themselves looking to do something new. Some, like my grandfather, turn a lifelong hobby into a profession. Others find employment in a new field or further their education. For many, however, leaving the military provides the means for entrepreneurial opportunity. By Matt Wiggins
Do You Have What it Takes?
We know veterans have what it takes and franchising is ready to have you join the ranks. Supporting veterans in franchising is easy. Not only do they make terrific business owners, they embody their chosen brand – and, they always give back to their communities. By Dawn Abbamondi
Through Good Times & Bad Times
Daily Jam is best described as a beloved neighborhood destination for breakfast, brunch and lunch favorites, as well as an integral part of its community. In fact, one of the six equally important core values embedded into the franchise culture is serving and contributing to the community, said Daily Jam president Berekk Blackwell. And that has never seemed more relevant than during the pandemic. By Cindy Charette
Forging a Profitable Career Path
After returning from a tour of duty with the U.S. Air Force in 1994, Erech Gallatin launched a successful real estate career, buying and selling homes in Minneapolis, Minnesota. His listings moved quickly and after a decade of experience, his business was booming. By Jessica Jones
Former Navy CTO Provides Compassion & Professionalism
Inspired by his grandfather, who received a Purple Heart for injuries sustained in the South Pacific during WWII, Michael Perez enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1972. Working as a cryptologic technician, operating and managing various computerized information processing systems, Perez served until 1976 before returning stateside and launching a career in sales management that lasted for 30 years. By Jessica Jones
A Shared Experience and Vision
During his seven-year military service, Marine Corps Sgt. Edison Recinos completed several tours in Iraq and took part in the Battle of Fallujah. He also worked with the Navy’s medical expeditionary unit to provide humanitarian aid. Upon his return to civilian life in 2007 in his California hometown, Recinos relied heavily on the skills he learned in the military to forge a new career path. By Jessica Jones
Providing Family Support
Mr. Transmission specializes in the repair and installation of transmission systems and drive-train components, while Milex Complete Auto Care offers a wide menu of general automotive repair services. Both are part of the Moran Family of Brands. By Nancy E. Williams
Offering Generous Discounts for Veterans
Brandon Clifford, vice president of franchise development for HomeWell Care Services, shares how this franchise honors veterans by offering a generous discount program. By Cindy Charette
Attributing Success to the Military
Robert Sanders was a human resources executive for 20 years, and he served a total of 29 years between active duty and reserves in the U.S. Marine Corps. In addition, he served as a police officer and spent one year in the seminary. It is clear that Sanders has a passion for helping others and giving back. By Nancy E. Williams
Island Raised
Originally from the Caribbean island of Trinidad, Tommy Ramjattan lived in the states for several years before joining the U.S. Marine Corps. During his four years of service, Ramjattan’s high test scores had earned him the envied title of marine firefighter and aircraft rescue specialist. By Cindy Charette
A Commitment to Helping Veterans
FASTSIGNS, the leading sign, graphics, and visual communications franchise, has been honored by Entrepreneur magazine, which ranked it No. 6 on its 2020 list of the Top Franchises for Veterans. By Rose Mango
Creating Innovative Strategies and Offering Veteran Discounts
With a proven business model and over 35 years of experience with over 345 locations, Wild Birds Unlimited is the No. 1, largest, and most recognized source for backyard bird feeding and related nature products in North America. By Rose Mango
Discounts and a Network of Benefits for Veteran Franchisees
As one of the nation’s leading tutoring and test prep providers, Huntington Learning Center prides itself on offering proven, individualized, accredited educational programs with certified tutors. By Jessica Jones
A Demonstrated Commitment to Veterans and the Elderly
Mary Ann Stallings, founder and CEO of Bridge to Better Living (BBL), and her entire leadership team are committed to improving the lives of seniors and veterans, not only through their work helping seniors transition into retirement communities, but also through their community activities. By Cindy Charette
Band of Brothers
After serving as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps for five years, Josh Emison returned from his deployment and ventured into the world of franchising. By Jessica Jones
A New Life
When Joe retired from the U.S. Marine Corps in 2000, he brought home a sense of pride in the 20-plus years of military service he’d put in worldwide. But like so many other members of our Armed Forces, he also brought home invisible disabilities that haunted him: post-traumatic stress (PTS) and traumatic brain injury. By Lisa Davenport
Entrepreneurial Success
After serving in the Air Force for six years and completing his degree at Arizona State University, Daniel Kopp enjoyed a successful IT career for one of the world’s largest telecommunications companies. By Rochelle Miller
Veterans are Shown Love and Appreciation in a BIGGBY® Way!
This Veteran’s Day, 2020, BIGGBY COFFEE is giving a free hot brewed coffee up to 24 oz for all active duty and veterans at participating locations. They also unrolled an incredible opportunity for veterans by presenting their veterans half-off discount program to honor those who have served. By Rose Mango
Employing Military Leadership Qualities
Allen Grinalds achieved academic and military distinction, but his professional success was far from over. By Cindy Charette
A Day in the Life of a Home Helpers Franchisee
Michele Scott joined the U.S. Navy Reserve right after high school and served for eight years, which included a six-month deployment to Saudi Arabia during the Gulf War. After returning from active duty, Scott became a physical therapist. By Cindy Charette
Shining Through the Pandemic
With conclusion of a virtual 2020 Kitchen Tune-Up National Reunion, hundreds of participants, including franchisees and home office team members, returned to work. They were even more energized with ideas for providing a superior customer experience to meet a growing demand for affordable residential and commercial kitchen updates. By Nancy E. Williams
New Owners Open an Impressive Nine Locations
Big O Tires welcomes their newest franchise owners, a father-and-son team who have just taken on not one but nine new locations. Ross and Sean Burton have acquired nine Colorado locations, becoming part of the retail tire empire that boasts more than 460 locations. By Rochelle Miller
Building a Legacy in the Home-Construction Industry
Ken Semler, president and CEO of Impresa Modular, answers questions about how he’s taking franchise owners to the forefront of the innovative modular home-building industry. By Rochelle Miller
It Was Meant to Be
After dating his future wife Jennifer for only five months, Scott Martin knew she was his perfect match. So the Indiana-based Meineke owner did what any good franchisee would do: He invited her to attend the car-care company’s national corporate convention in Boca Raton, Florida, and dropped to one knee on the expo floor. By Jessica Jones
The Healthiest Choice
Like many 40-somethings, Jonathan Beck found himself in a well-paid, upper-management position, but he was unsatisfied at work. He wasn’t attaining the goals he had set for himself, and he was out of alignment with his core values. By Nancy E. Williams
Fastsigns Holdings Inc. Acquires NerdsToGo
Fastsigns Holdings Inc. announced it acquired GTN CAPITAL GROUP, LLC the parent company of NerdsToGo, an emerging IT services franchise brand. Fastsigns Holdings Inc. is the parent company of FASTSIGNS International. Inc., which is the franchisor of FASTSIGNS®, the leading sign, graphics and visual communications franchise.
Private, Personalized Training for Businesses and Individuals
Robert Webre places great importance on self-defense training. After being bullied as a child, he was driven to martial arts to learn how to defend himself. A sixth-degree black belt in Taekwondo and a certified Krav Maga and a licensed firearms instructor, Webre has spent over 20 years sharing his knowledge of self-defense with scores of clients in his home-base of Houston. By Jessica Jones
Features
Strength-Driven Training Model Fuels Expansion
Ashley Mol was always passionate about health and fitness. Active in several sports in high school, she played Division I soccer in college and studied fitness and health promotion before parlaying her education and experience into a career. By Jessica Jones
An Uptick in Business Despite the Pandemic
With traditional money lenders becoming more risk averse during the COVID-19 crisis, loans have become harder to obtain. But for Global Financial, a national company which secures financing for businesses and real estate investors who have been turned down by banks, the pandemic has bolstered business. By Jessica Jones
Taking Action to Promote Breast and Ovarian Health
Jabz Boxing studios across the country opened their doors for a week in October to host donation-based classes in partnership with Bright Pink to raise funds to promote breast and ovarian health awareness. By Cindy Charette
FranServe: Helping Veterans Fulfill Their American Dream
As a member of the U.S. Marine Corps, Brandon J. Anderson’s mission was to protect his fellow Americans. Today, Anderson is a veteran, and his mission is no different as a franchise consultant with FranServe, Inc., the world’s largest franchise consulting organization. By Rochelle Miller
A Ground-Floor Opportunity
Digital currency is in demand worldwide, driving increased usage of cryptocurrency automatic teller machines and interest among potential investors in a ground-floor opportunity with Bitbox ATM, said Joel Carlsen, Bitbox ATM franchise director. By Cindy Charette
Shop Talk
A Rising Tide Lifts All Boats
When I was a young girl, my father taught me a valuable life lesson about competition. He said: “When you compete with others, you become bitter. But when you compete with yourself, you become better.” The lesson has served me well, especially in a world where social media can play havoc and magnify the “keeping up with the Joneses” syndrome for both businesses and individuals alike. By Alesia Visconti
Support for Veterans
Veterans often make smart business owners due to their superior leadership skills. Veterans are trained to handle many diverse challenges in changing conditions. They are adept with team dynamics, and they understand better than anyone that professional development is a continuous process. By Sherri Seiber
Things to be Thankful for in 2020
This has been an interesting and unexpected year, to say the least. But those of us that are business owners knew when we signed up that to be successful, we had to be prepared for the unexpected. This year has certainly tested that theory. By Tom Spadea
Veterans and Franchise Ownership in the U.S.
Veterans are taking up an increasing slice of the franchise market. Despite making up just under 8% of the U.S. population, they account for 15% (roughly one in every seven) U.S. franchise owners. By Sue Bennett
Military Funding Option: M5 Loan for Active Duty, Veterans, and Spouses
We hear it all the time: “Veterans are the best candidates for becoming a franchise owner because of the leadership, team work, understanding chain of command, motivation, ability to overcome adversity, and many other skills learned in the military.” By Jon P. Skroder
Listen & Observe
As Certified Franchise Consultants we listen and observe first, then plan. We work with individuals all over this great planet to become entrepreneurs through franchise ownership. Every Individual with whom we consult has different environments, backgrounds, lifestyle preferences, and investment levels. Therefore, it’s critical to listen more, speak less and plan accordingly. By Don Clayton
Franchise for Good & The Lash Lounge
Franchise Business Radio: This episode’s guests are Dave Keil, president and COO of Franworth, and Meg Roberts, an operating partner of Franworth and CEO of The Lash Lounge.
A Must-Read for Your Business Growth and Success
We want to introduce you to a new book, The Wealthy Franchisee, written by Scott Greenberg. Greenberg, a renowned business and franchise speaker, provides innovative strategies for business growth and leadership that can elevate the performance of franchisees and their teams. By Rose Mango