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.
Freddy’s Opens First-Ever Military Base Location
Brand Honors Founder's Military Roots While Expanding Its Nontraditional Growth Strategy Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers ("Freddy's") – the fast-casual restaurant concept known for its steakburgers, shoestring fries and frozen custard treats, is officially...
What Holds a Franchise System Together for 25 Years
A look at PuroClean’s 25-year history is not just a reflection of growth, but proof of a franchise model that has been built, tested, and refined for over two decades. In the property damage restoration industry where demand is constant and execution varies, longevity...
Your Pie Targets Southeast Expansion With Streamlined Restaurant Model
Your Pie, the Ischia-inspired pizza brand known for its customizable brick-oven pizzas and open-kitchen dining experience, is entering a pivotal growth chapter as it sets its sights on expanding its franchise footprint nationwide. After spending 2025 refining its...
From Flight Decks to Front Desks: How Two Navy Veterans are Engineering the Future of Pet Care in Dulles
In the high-stakes world of Naval aviation, there is no such thing as "good enough." Success is binary: either the mission is accomplished safely, or it isn’t. For Harry Samuelson and Jay Mollet, the journey from maintaining multi-million dollar aircraft to opening...
76 FENCE Accelerates Florida Growth with Veteran-Owned Regional Development Across Greater Tampa, Bradenton & Sarasota
John and Kristen Campbell to lead multi-territory operations, bringing white-glove service and community-first values to Florida’s Gulf Coast 76 FENCE, one of the fastest-growing fencing franchise brands in the country, has announced its newest regional development...
Mission After Service: How Veteran Shaun Harris Built His Next Chapter with GarageExperts in Central Florida
I grew up in Sanford, Florida, in a family where military service was not an abstract concept. It was part of the rhythm of life. My dad served, and that example shaped how I thought about purpose, responsibility, and what it means to be part of something...
How a Veteran Leader Is Growing TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® in Montana
Jeremy Eide leads the Billings TWO MEN AND A TRUCK location, building a business to support fellow veterans in his community. Many veterans leave military service with leadership skills, discipline, and a strong work ethic. Translating those qualities into civilian...
From the Engine Room to Entrepreneurship
I served in the U.S. Navy from 1988 to 1992 as a gas turbine technician aboard Spruance-class destroyers. Most of my time was spent in the engine room, working on the main engines and auxiliary systems that provide the main propulsion for the ship and keep the...
From the Flight Line to the Front Lines of Business
When I left the military, I knew one thing for sure: I wasn’t cut out for a traditional corporate job. I’ve always had an entrepreneurial mindset. Even while serving, I found myself thinking about investments, business ideas, and ways to create something of my...
From Serving to Stewarding Employment Opportunities, Former Marine Opens AtWork in Virginia
Transitioning from military service to civilian work can be one of the most challenging chapters in a person’s career. For many veterans, the shift is not just about finding a job. It is about translating skills into a new environment, rebuilding routine and...
From the Military to Multi-Unit Franchising: Why Veterans Are Built for Business Ownership
By Todd Rogers, Owner of Donatos Pizza Dayton When people learn that I own and operate 17 Donatos Pizza locations, they often assume I spent years working in restaurants before becoming a franchisee. In reality, I had never worked in a restaurant before my first day...
AROMA JOE’S OPENS NEW LOCATION IN CAPE CORAL, FLORIDA
Handcrafted beverage shop brings specialty coffee, signature AJ’s RUSH® energy drinks, and community-focused service to the area Aroma Joe’s, one of the nation’s leading handcrafted beverage franchises, is proud to announce the opening of its newest location at 4320...