Veterans News
Are you a Veteran looking for an opportunity to join the
ever-growing franchising industry?
We recognize Veterans who have pursued careers in franchising.
It’s an excellent time to look for franchise opportunities for veterans. Many franchise brands now offer special discounts and incentives to prospective franchisees with military experience, and the best franchises for veterans recognize the strengths and related skills that veterans can bring to a business.
Much like the military, franchising is built upon clearly defined systems, set structures, discipline, and effective teamwork, which is why veteran franchise opportunities can help position veterans for success. But with all of the franchise opportunities for veterans now available, sourcing out the best franchises for veterans can be overwhelming. So to help you along, we bring you stories about veterans who have already found success in franchising to help inspire you to work towards creating your own success story.
Twin Peaks Strengthens Support for Veterans, Military, and First Responders with New Lunch Campaign
Restaurant Chain Furthers Support for Tunnel to Towers, adding to $530,000+ raised since 2022 Twin Peaks Restaurant continues its long-standing commitment to honoring U.S. military members, veterans, and first responders, having donated more than $530,000 to...
The Military Systems That Built My Franchise Leadership
By: Adam Contos When I graduated high school, I knew two things: I wanted to challenge myself, and I wanted to be part of something bigger than me. That’s why I joined the United States Marine Corps. The Marines shaped me in ways I’m still grateful for today. They...
How I Turned My Military Experience Into Franchise Business Success
By: Rick Breeding, Owner of Waterloo Turf Houston Before I ever rolled out my first piece of artificial turf, I already knew what it meant to build something from the ground up. For twenty-two years, I served as a Navy Seabee, the construction arm of the United States...
PJ’s Coffee is Brewing New Beginnings for Veterans This Fall
Numerous studies affirm that veterans make for ideal franchise candidates, given their service-oriented mindsets, discipline, adaptability, resilience and leadership skills. It’s also been demonstrated that veteran entrepreneurs have an undeniable impact on the...
Steve White’s Military Values and Franchise Expertise Have Made PuroClean a Franchisee-First Brand
By: PuroClean In the crowded world of franchising, few leaders combine operational mastery, heartfelt empathy, and the grit of military service like Steve White, President and COO of PuroClean. For more than a decade, White has guided The Paramedics of Property...
PuroClean Strengthens Commitment to Veteran Entrepreneurship at Annual International Convention
Veteran-Owned Franchise Owners Honored at PuroVet Forum; Convention Includes Tribute to Frank Torre Sr. and Moving Ceremony Led by Color Guard PuroClean, a leading property restoration and remediation franchise, reaffirmed its unwavering support for veterans at...
How Navy Veteran Steve Magyar Is Building a Purpose-Driven Business With TruBlue Franchise
Navy veteran Steve Magyar transitioned his military skills to build a TruBlue Home Service Ally franchise, focusing on senior home maintenance and enabling aging in place. As the senior home maintenance industry grapples with a growing population of older adults and a...
Ideal Siding Welcomes Arkady Vitrouk as Brand President: A New Chapter of Growth and Franchisee Support
Ideal Siding, North America’s largest siding renovation company, has announced a pivotal leadership appointment that signals a bold new era for the brand. Arkady Vitrouk, a seasoned franchise owner and early partner in the company’s journey, has been named Brand...
Pestmaster Enters Ohio Market, Expands Footprint in South Carolina
Pestmaster, the nation’s leading franchise in pest control services, is growing its footprint with newly awarded territories in Clyde, Ohio to Bryan Shamhart and Chris Chapman, and in Greenville, South Carolina to Solano Santiago and Maria Cristina Signore. ...
From Combat Boots to Crunch Rolls: Air Force Vet Turns Up Career Volume with Rock N’ Roll Sushi
After several years in the military, Cody McPherson found a new mission thanks to Rock N’ Roll Sushi’s Franchise Deal for Veterans Cody McPherson didn’t grow up dreaming of owning a restaurant, but after nearly six years serving his country in the U.S. Air Force, he’s...
ZIPS Cleaners Launches Military Appreciation Discount
Continues With Ongoing Complimentary Flag Cleaning Year-Round To honor military members during May’s Military Appreciation Month, Maryland-based ZIPS Cleaners launched a 10% discount on military uniforms for both active duty and veterans, valid throughout the...
U.S. Army Veteran on a Mission to Put Tampa to Work
Transitioning from military to civilian life comes with more than a change of uniform; it often leaves veterans searching for jobs, looking for purpose, or trying to redefine their lives after service. Although veterans bring strong leadership and discipline to the...