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The Vision of Color Glo: Restoring Surfaces, Empowering Entrepreneurs
Color Glo International stands as a beacon of innovation and quality in the restoration industry, guided by a clear vision that has evolved over more than four decades: to be the world leader in the repair, re-dyeing, and restoration of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth,...
Books That Inspire Change and Put People First
By Ray Titus Two core values we stress at United Franchise Group have to do with embracing change and adopting a people-first philosophy even as we accelerate our use of technology. Two books I’m recommending lately perfectly align with those beliefs: one by an...
From Training to Recovery, Remodels Redefine the Anytime Fitness Experience
In franchising, staying relevant often hinges on a brand’s ability to adapt to the evolving industry. At Anytime Fitness, that adaptability is happening both inside and outside our clubs. Across the country, franchise owners are transforming their gyms to...
What Ziebart’s Newest Survey Reveals About Generational Differences, and What It Means for the Future of Car Care
By Thomas A. Wolfe, President & CEO of Ziebart For decades, cars have represented freedom, independence, and personal identity. A recent national study commissioned by Ziebart and conducted by Talker Research revealed something fascinating: not only do...
The Power of Empathy in Business and Beyond
Empathy may not be the first word that comes to mind when you think of entrepreneurship, but for Hirkani Pereira, it’s the foundation of her success. As the owner of two thriving Code Ninjas locations, she’s built businesses where compassion, structure, and...
Fueling Family Wellness in Nashville: How this Husband and Wife Team Built a Dual-Brand Franchise Hub
When Maryanne and Paul Goldsmith considered starting to franchise in Spring Hill, TN, they faced a unique challenge: could they successfully operate two businesses at once? Since then, they’ve built a family-focused wellness hub that has become a cornerstone of...
Building Stronger Communities Through Movement and Connection
By Laura Santora While franchise growth often means reaching new communities and engaging new audiences, the first flagship location always holds a special place. That’s especially true for The Bar Method, which has returned to its roots in San Francisco after...
Leveraging Events to Grow Your Business
By: Sal Calautti, Owner of Fully Promoted of Southern New Hampshire Business today is about relationships, and there’s no better way to build them than through the in-person networking that an event provides. Events bring your customers together to build...
Training Your Employees to Work with AI Like it’s a New Puppy.
As artificial intelligence becomes more integrated in today’s society, franchises across all industries should be exploring how to use it to work smarter and faster. AI can support a range of needs, from curating social media content and responding to customer...
Meet Brad Coleman, CEO and Owner of SafeWay Driving
Brad Coleman has spent a lot of his life behind the wheel, just not always in the same way. A Houston native and retired NASCAR driver, Coleman used to focus on driving fast. Now, he focuses on driving safely. As the owner and CEO of SafeWay Driving, the oldest and...