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.
JUST LOVE COFFEE OPENS FIRST OF MANY LOCATIONS PLANNED FOR ARIZONA IN MESA
First franchise location in Arizona features full menu of breakfast, lunch, and dinner items Just Love Coffee, a rapidly expanding franchise craft beverage company based in Tennessee, is expanding its footprint with the recent opening of its first location in Arizona....
Streamline Brands Names Chris Harkness President
Veteran Retail Executive to Lead Nation’s Fastest-Growing Swim School Operator and Franchisor into Next Era of Growth Streamline Brands, the industry's largest franchisor and operator of swim schools, widely known for SafeSplash Swim School, announces veteran retail...
Batteries Plus Announces Continued Partnership with Country Music Stars to Power Their Tours
World’s Leading Specialty Battery Franchise Demonstrates Power Expertise by Powering the Summer Tours of Justin Moore, Lucas Hoge Batteries Plus, the world’s leading specialty battery franchise, announced today it is renewing its partnerships with multi-Platinum...
From Member to Owner: Marine Veteran Opens New Scissors & Scotch Location
One thing Marines are known for is a pristine haircut, and Austyn Svehla is no different. After his service, the veteran went looking for the right spot for a trim. In 2016, Austyn discovered Scissors & Scotch, an upscale men’s barbershop franchise. The Nebraska...
Marz Garcia: Upholding the Gold Standard from the U.S. Marine Corps to Athletic Republic
Marz Garcia, a Marine Corps veteran, is the epitome of upholding the gold standard through both his service in the United States Marine Corps and his ownership of Athletic Republic in Hudson Valley, New York. Referred to as the glue of AR Hudson Valley, his leadership...
Propelled Brands Supporting Veterans and First responders with a 50 Discount on the Franchise Fee.
While franchising provides an excellent opportunity to own a small business, it’s an especially good opportunity for veterans. That’s because veterans, through their military experience, have developed qualities including analytical and leadership skills, discipline,...
Who Dares Wins
When Dan Schneider was young he knew he wanted to own his own business. He studied business at the University of Notre Dame before becoming an Army officer and helicopter pilot for the 1st Cavalry Division. He was stationed at Fort Hood, Texas and flew the UH-1 Huey...
Air Force Veteran Applies Military Lessons to Entrepreneurship with Pancheros Mexican Grill
In 2009, Jim Kolzow was looking for ways to enter the restaurant industry and when he discovered Pancheros Mexican Grill he knew it was an opportunity worth pursuing. Having frequented the burrito brand in his college years, Kolzow was no stranger to the fresh-pressed...
Why Veterans are Uniquely Positioned for Franchising Success
For good reason, our nation’s veterans are regarded in a class of their own. They are physical representations of what it means to be selfless, loyal, courageous, and dedicated. Members of this elite group are held to an unmatched standard that automatically sets them...
Mold Medics Emerges as a Leader in Radon Mitigation, Helping to Save Lives and Secure Homes
The Mold Medics team has become a trusted name in the industry of radon mitigation by offering comprehensive services that prioritize the safety and health of their clients. Mold Medics, the leading franchise in the mold remediation industry, has cornered the market...
GRAZE CRAZE ADVANCES EXPANSION IN ATLANTA GEORGIA
Fast-growing charcuterie concept zeroing in as local food and wine culture thrives. Graze Craze®, a leading franchise within the graze-style food category, is accelerating development in the Atlanta metro area following the successful openings of its first three...
SHAWARMA PRESS CONTINUES STEADY GROWTH AND EXPANSION WITH TWO ATTRACTIVE BUSINESS MODELS FOR FRANCHISEES
Shawarma Press®, the nation’s first authentic Shawarma franchise, was founded in 2016 by Sawsan Abublan and Dr. Ehap Sabri in Irving, Texas. Known for its healthy, made-from-scratch Mediterranean fare such as delicious Shawarmas, “world famous” hummus, falafel, soup,...