While the 20-plus haircut and styling services that Bazooka Charlie’s Barber Co. offers are well known, the dynamic history behind the brand’s name might be a surprise to many. By Nancy E. Williams
With their insurance and mechanical engineering backgrounds, Noah Dorson and Zim Harry are not the average barbershop entrepreneurs. Their unique skills and personalities make them ideal franchise owners for Bazooka Charlie’s Barber Co. By Shelby Green
When someone steps into a Bazooka Charlie’s Barber Co., they can expect much more than just a haircut. This emerging brand strives to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all of its clients. From the moment they walk through the door, they’ll be met with eye-catching wall murals, comfortable barber chairs and, most importantly, down-to-earth stylists who love what they do. By Shelby Green
Bazooka Charlie’s Barber Co. is an attractive emerging brand in the lucrative men’s grooming arena. With six corporate locations in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, the brand began franchising this year and, according to Owner Justin Goehring, is poised to disrupt the old-school barber industry. By Patty Horansky
More than 65 million households in the U.S. have at least one dog, according to a recent survey by the American Pet Products Association. “The pet space is absolutely exploding,” said John Kanski, founder and CEO of Salty Dawg Pet Salon. By Patty Horansky
For Hawaii Fluid Art Founder Maya Ratcliff, the fluid art form came to her as a happy accident. When the pandemic hit, Ratcliff was looking for a fun hobby to occupy her time, so she signed up for art classes. By Kelsi Trinidad
You became a small-business owner and made a success of your independent, local brand. Now you ask, “Is franchising next?” If one of these align with your unique story, it is time to start your franchise journey. By Dawn Abbamondi
PetNmind is an emerging brand that is making a difference in the lives of pets and their owners. According to IMARC, a marketing research firm, the global pet-food market has a value of over $22 billion and is rising with the growing number of pet owners who have recognized the benefits of premium food choices and eco-friendly products. By Jorgette Krsulic
In the franchise world, Runningboards Marketing (RBM) hasn’t been around as long as McDonald’s or 7-Eleven. After launching in 2018, the brand’s leadership quickly realized it had a special model that was perfect for franchising, and it did just that one year later. By Nancy E. Williams
For almost 20 years, Fitness Machine Technicians has delivered world-class maintenance and equipment repair for commercial and home-exercise facilities. Clients include gyms, hotels, condominium developments, schools and more. By Lizzy Yeserski