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Goodcents Founder’s Dream Began with a Lemonade Stand 35 Years Ago
Joseph Bisogno’s entrepreneurial dreams began at a young age with a lemonade stand – long before the idea of Goodcents was realized in 1989. Now, the concept that began as Mr. Goodcents Subs and Pastas, celebrates its 35th birthday March 1. “I’m really living...
Breaking Boundaries: Female Entrepreneur Shattering Glass Ceilings in Franchising
In the landscape of entrepreneurship, women are increasingly leaving their mark, challenging stereotypes, and reshaping industries once dominated by men. The statistics speak volumes: with 13 million women-owned businesses in the U.S. and a remarkable 53%...
Manscaping Boom Helps Shed Intimidation for Male Waxing Services
Brandi Bailey knows that while a waxing salon’s services can be intimidating for men, she has seen a steady increase in male guests in recent years. Manscaping is in and has grown to a multi-billion-dollar industry. As such, brands like the Radiant Waxing®...
How to Spot the Right Franchise Opportunity
With thousands of existing franchise concepts and over one hundred new concepts launching per year, finding the right franchise opportunity can be a daunting task for anyone looking to go into business for themselves. Jim Waskovich and Doug Kennealey are the...
Synergy Homecare Inked 62 New Territories In 2023; Has Grown 37% Percent Since 2020
Fastest Growing Home Care Franchisor Celebrates 25th Anniversary In 2024 SYNERGYHomeCare, the fastest growing home care franchisor in the nation for three consecutive years, has expanded its national footprint by 37% percent since 2020. The brand added...
Women in Franchising: Aracely Melendez
The franchising world is enriched by the unique contributions of female entrepreneurs whose journeys often reflect resilience and determination. Aracely Melendez, an Express Employment Professionals franchise owner, exemplifies these qualities, demonstrating...
AtWork President and COO Opens Family-Owned Location in Hometown of Maryville
For the last three decades, AtWork has grown to become an award-winning national staffing franchise with more than 100 locations across 30 states. Driven by its sole mission of connecting people with jobs and jobs with people, the company puts nearly 40,000...
Propelled Brands CEO Catherine Monson Inducted into IFA Hall of Fame
Photo courtesy of the International Franchise Association. For Propelled brands Snapshot. Congratulations to Propelled Brands CEO Catherine Monson, who received the International Franchise Association (IFA) Hall of Fame Award at the 2024 IFA convention in...
Kitset Assembly Services is skyrocketing.
In today’s bustling world, where time is a precious commodity and the art of handiness seems to be slipping away, the demand for services like Kitset Assembly Services is skyrocketing. With the population on the rise and new buildings cropping up every day, it's no...
BODYBAR Pilates Redefines Fitness Franchising With Community at Its Core
Boutique fitness is taking over the global fitness industry, and the BODYBAR Pilates brand is emerging as a standout. BODYBAR Pilates is redefining the traditional approach to Pilates and community fitness. As a fast-growing franchise, BODYBAR Pilates is at the...