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By Doug Smith, SVP of Franchise Development Age is inevitable, and with a little luck, we’ll all be around long enough to face it. However, as our bodies age and the sun sets on our working years, we must start thinking about the back nine: retirement. While 401(k)s...

By Evan Hackel Conversion franchising is totally different from traditional franchising, but if executed correctly, it can be an extremely effective way to grow a franchise business. This issue of Franchising Magazine USA is dedicated to home services franchising, an...

BELFOR Franchise Group, a leading global residential and commercial services franchisor, continues to enhance its family of service brands with the acquisition of JUNKCO+, a junk removal and demolition service franchise that is poised for growth nationwide.  ...

Premiere Lighting Franchise Proves Influential in Lighting Industry   Blingle!, the premier outdoor lighting franchise, was honored with award recognition for its franchise opportunity, having announced this morning that the brand was ranked 30th by Entrepreneur...

BuyMax, an industry-leading group purchasing organization that empowers the success of home service contractors, has launched BuyFin, a platform that offers both payment processing solutions and consumer financing options to home service businesses.   BuyFin Payment...

Local Family Introduces Innovative Home Improvement System To East Tennessee  Granite Garage Floors, a leading home improvement provider of industrial epoxy coating systems, has opened its newest franchise location in the Greater Knoxville area.   Granite Garage...

John Wilson Steps Into Role With Decades Of Rent-To-Own, Real Estate Experience Buddy’s Home Furnishings, a retailer specializing in sales and rental ownership of furniture, electronics, appliances and home accessories, has promoted John Wilson to Director of Real...

Clean Eatz, America’s leading health food restaurant and online meal plan franchise, is excited to announce the highly-anticipated return of the Warren’s Turkey Burger Bowl. Aptly-timed for the upcoming summer barbecue season, the high-protein, low-carb burger bowl...

Craveworthy Brands (“Craveworthy”), the innovative fast-casual restaurant platform company that is home to leading concepts such as Bd’s Mongolian Grill, Dirty Dough, Flat Top Grill, Genghis Grill, Krafted Burger Bar + Tap, Lucky Cat Poke Co., Pastizza Pizza &...

Fluffy Fluffy, a dessert café renowned for its award-winning souffle pancakes, has announced their interest in continuing their footprint in Texas. The brand which currently has one location in Frisco and another opening in Dallas this Summer, is looking for...

America’s favorite poké restaurant, Island Fin Poké Co., opened another location in Georgia. In addition to its Peachtree City location, Buford will be the brand’s second store in the state and 23rd location across the U.S. Conveniently located at 22 Buford Village...

As more than six million pets are surrendered each year, there is a critical and immediate need for adoptions to take place across the U.S. To combat this growing issue Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash have launched a nationwide initiative to help 15,000 dogs and...

Pita Pit, the world's first Mediterranean fast-food concept, is spicing things up with a revamped menu. Upholding their commitment to fresh, made-to-order meals, Pita Pit’s new menu boasts a variety of tasty offerings perfect for on-the-go Mediterranean fare. Building...

Smoothie King, the world’s largest smoothie brand and the first health and fitness fast casual brand of its kind, today announced the newest addition to its C-Suite with the appointment of a new Chief Financial Officer, Gavin Felder, effective May 28. In this...

Sylvan Learning, the supplemental and enrichment education brand with more than 45 years of experience, and part of the youth enrichment growth-focused platform Unleashed Brands, has promoted Susan Valverde from Chief Franchise Operations Officer to Brand President of...

By Johana Rueda, Strategic Partner of Sweet Paris in Katy and Sugarland, Texas Motherhood itself is a full-time job, and adding on the responsibility of opening your own business may seem insurmountable. I can attest to the challenge, as I experienced it firsthand...

Teresa Johnson embodies the phrase “serial entrepreneur” to a tee. Being a single mother with a passion for entrepreneurship is not a feat many choose to take on head first, but Johnson has conquered it. Toward the end of high school, Johnson began working in court...

Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, continues its rapid growth with the opening of its first location in Ohio. Tint World Columbus, owned and operated by Josh Vanlandingham, offers a comprehensive selection...

RNR Tire Express, a national franchise leader in the tire and wheel industry, wrapped up the week in celebration after announcing the conclusion of their 8th annual Mother’s Day Giveaway. The annual initiative this year included $100,000 worth of prizes and honored...

Ford’s Garage, the burgers-and-beer restaurant brand fueled by America’s love affair with the automobile, has announced two new additions to its executive team. David Rosenberger is Vice President of Operations and Wayne Stopford is Director of Information Services....