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.
Military Experience Prepared Workout Anytime’s President to Build a Successful Franchise
From his time as a Staff Sergeant to running a successful fitness franchise brand, John Quattrocchi has always lived by the mantra, “Think big, keep it simple and do it with integrity.” John Quattrocchi, co-founder and president of the 190-unit, 24-hour fitness...
Q&A With Nick Campbell Franchisee
When did you buy your franchise? I opened my first Sola Salons franchise in La Jolla in 2006, only two years after the brand’s inception. My business partners are my sons, Jeremy and Austin Campbell, along with various financial investors, and together we have 20 open...
Veterans Find Success, Pursue Passion with Sylvan Learning Center
“What’s next?” It’s a common question facing Veterans after retiring from service, whether it’s from external pressure, a recurring inner monologue or a resurfacing predicament when opportunities fall through time and time again. But for Veterans like Chad Denham,...
Fortifying American Communities By Empowering Private Citizens
Over the past two decades, security-conscious Americans have been forced to acknowledge the grim reality that their once-safe nation has become an unpredictably dangerous civil conflict zone. Violent crimes occurring every 24.6 seconds, political division, civil...
From Military Pilot to Center Director at Mathnasium – A Navy Aviator’s Journey into the World of Numbers
Mathnasium Learning Centers, the iconic math education franchise, is in the business of helping kids fall in love with math. Tim Madden, who served for nine years on active duty in the US Navy, loves being part of educating the youth in a subject so many are afraid of...
Local Heroes: Paul and Armi Rhodes Bring Tropic Time and Community Spirit to Clarksville
Paul and Armi Rhodes have quickly become an integral stitch in the fabric of Clarksville, Tennessee. With a combined history of over 40 years in the military, the Rhodes’ have continued to dedicate themselves to the very same values their service instilled in them – a...
Jason Simas – owner of Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar in Surf City, NC. Air Force to Oyster Bar: Business Ownership with Shuckin’ Shack after Military Retirement
After over 20 years in the Air Force, I knew I wanted to spend my retirement in a laid-back beach environment. A Shuckin’ Shack franchise was the perfect opportunity to do so. After enlisting in the Air Force in 1992, I held a long list of roles and responsibilities....
Tint World® continues North Carolina expansion with North Raleigh
Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, continues their rapid growth in North Carolina with the opening of their newest location in North Raleigh. Tint World North Raleigh is owned by former software...
Office Pride Ranked Among Nation’s Most Innovative Franchises
Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services was named to Franchise Business Review’s (FBR) list of Most Innovative Franchises. “Innovation is at the core of the services Office Pride offers its franchisees and we are proud to be recognized for that,” said Chief...
Former Marine Sergeant Finds Success at Office Pride
When Nate Alderette left his nearly 10-year career in the U.S. Marine Corps last year, the transition into civilian life was jarring. As a sergeant, he was used to being in charge, people knew him, he mentored younger Marines and was often considered the go-to guy to...
Military Service Prepares Filta Owners for Franchise Success from Delaware to California to Georgia
It’s a common theme that military service uniquely prepares people for franchise success, but here at Filta, where we make commercial kitchens faster, greener, safer and cleaner, we have real life success stories nationwide from Delaware to California and back to...
Window Hero expands into Pennsylvania with a new location in Warminster
Window Hero, a HomeFront Brands franchise specializing in a wide range of exterior cleaning services, announced today it is opening the first location in Pennsylvania. Orr and Gabriel had expressed interest in entrepreneurship and franchising for years and were ready...