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How This Mother-Daughter Trio Exemplifies Franchising Excellence
By: Jennifer Durham, Chief Development Officer, Hand & Stone Toya Evans and her daughters, Chanel Grant and Lauren Williamson, are some of Hand & Stone’s most impactful franchisees and are on the road to building a multi-generational legacy of business...
5 Compelling Reasons to Dive into Tax Franchising
By Yvonne Cobb, CPA, founder, and CEO of TakeAway Tax Charting a path toward entrepreneurial success isn't just about venturing into business ownership; it's a strategic decision to tap into a wealth of resources, guidance, and support that come hand-in-hand with...
A Franchise Opportunity Built on Heritage: 1-800-Plumber +Air and Mark Collins
In today’s competitive home service industry, it takes more than just skills to succeed – it takes a passion for quality, a commitment to customer service, and a deep understanding of the trade. For Mark Collins, a 5th generation plumber and the CEO of 1-800-Plumber...
How A Book Can Boost Your Leadership Skills in Business
A CEO’s Review of Author Jon Gordon’s The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy By Ray Titus, United Franchise Group CEO and Author Positive energy has always been a cornerstone of my business, so I was excited when I came across...
Crimson Coward Nashville Hot Chicken Officially Opens Third Restaurant in Virginia with new Fredericksburg Location
Crimson Coward Nashville Hot Chicken opened its third location in Virginia this week at 1217 Emancipation Highway in Fredericksburg. With stores in Woodbridge and Stafford, the franchise restaurant is continuing its expansion path on the East Coast. Store owners...
A Restaurant Industry-Pro Turned Rachel’s Kitchen All-Star Franchisee
How Franchisee Terry Bishop has found success with Rachel’s Kitchen Terry Bishop's journey from a young waiter to a seasoned all-star franchise owner with Rachel’s Kitchen embodies the essence of dedication, passion and entrepreneurial spirit. His story intertwines...
Expanding Horizons: Multi-Unit Franchising and Brand Diversification
For a current franchisee, the idea of expanding your portfolio by adding another brand presents exciting opportunities as well as unique challenges. Whether to diversify into different sectors or deepen investments within the same industry requires careful...
How These Franchise Owners Turned Their Passions into Thriving Businesses
Author: Jordan Wilson, Senior Vice President, Franchise Development, Authority Brands Every year, millions of Americans take a leap of faith by joining the franchising world. According to a recent economic outlook report by the International Franchising...
Stepping Up to the Plate: Grady Hinchman’s Journey from Baseball to Business Success
Former professional baseball player, Grady Hinchman, knows a thing or two about taking risks and hitting home runs. After dedicating three seasons to pursuing his dream in the minor league with the New York Mets, Hinchman found himself at a crossroads when his...
City Cave Sets Up U.S. HQ in Fort Worth, Announces Franchise Opportunities & Discovery Days
Australian Wellness Brand Targets Dallas-Fort Worth for Initial Franchise Expansion, Invites Potential Franchisees to Explore Opportunities U.S. Expansion City Cave Float & Wellness Center, the Australian-based wellness franchise renowned for its...