Schooley Mitchell, the largest independent cost-reduction consulting firm in the U.S. and Canada, offers a network of franchised consulting specialists who can provide expense-reduction services to any business. By Cindy Charette
When Jeff Lichterman took ownership of a Nashville Aussie Pet Mobile franchise in 2017, he had no groomers, a fleet of four vans in various states of disrepair and an almost non-existent roster of clients. Lichterman was already running a successful Aussie Pet Mobile in Memphis and he poured all his energy into turning around the struggling enterprise in Nashville. By Jessica Jones
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
As vice president of operations for a chemical nanotech company, Darlene Jacobson had already broken the glass ceiling in many ways. She knew, however, she was destined for even higher aspirations – like owning her own business. By Rochelle Miller
James and Frank Boswell have been successful as partners not only in marriage but also in business. James, an active serviceman in the U.S. Navy, and Frank, a professional interpreter for the deaf, are also franchise owners. The couple owns and operates three pet-grooming units in the Houston area for Aussie Pet Mobile. By Rochelle Miller