Special Features

“If you believe your product or service can fulfill a true need, it’s your moral obligation to sell it.” --Zig Ziglar    Chris and Marybeth Fiengo met in 2005, married, and started a family in 2006 with a move to southern New Hampshire. For years, Marybeth and...

In the picturesque town of Dripping Springs, Texas, a legacy franchise of Wild Birds Unlimited finds its heart in the hands of a vibrant and dedicated couple: Amanda and Hector Bustillos. Their story is not just about entrepreneurship, but also of love, family,...

Ignacio Cespedes, PhD, Owner of BrightStar Care of Roseville and Sacramento/Carmichael   Fifteen years ago, I was introduced to the world of franchising when BrightStar Care, a nationwide home care franchise, reached out to me with a franchise opportunity. Before...

Sylvan Learning is the number one education franchise opportunity on the market and the nation’s leading provider of supplemental and enrichment education for K–12 students. The notably low-cost franchise has been producing proven results for over four decades. Now,...

Until recently, skincare going hand-in-hand with wellness was never a big talking point in the tanning industry. Tanning beds have fallen out of popularity due to conversations surrounding sun damage and skin cancer, while many sunless tan foams and lotions are facing...

Is now a good time to buy a business? It’s a question I hear on a daily basis as I begin to speak with new franchisee prospects. It is no secret that the last few years we have seen inflation and supply chain constraints impact the real estate process. Projects are...

With the business landscape in a constant state of evolution, brands must prioritize an omnichannel approach to generate consistent revenue growth.  Today, brands have more resources than ever before to advance overall performance. One of the most often overlooked but...

People often think that a meal begins when you take your first bite. But really, it starts when deciding where to dine – and here’s why. Consumers often base dining decisions off their schedules and cravings. Perhaps it’s picking up something to take home to your...

A staple at holiday gatherings around the country, there is something overwhelmingly delicious about Boursin cheese. It’s creamy and crumbly at the same time and enjoys this perfect blend of delicate garlic, fragrant parsley, and mild chives. So why not put it on a...

The Central American chicken franchise opened eight new restaurants in the first half of the year and executed nine new franchise agreements. Pollo Campero, the Central American chicken franchise with 89 U.S. locations and another 270 around the world, has broken...