Interviews

Provide an overview/ description of your industry.  Include reasons why it’s a great industry to start a business in today.   The Personal Training industry has averaged a worth of $10 billion over the past few years with a projected growth of 24% between 2010 and 2020. An increased focus on overall health and wellness has … Industry Q&A with Jonathan Cerf, Founder of Core Progression Elite Personal Training

How was your franchise/opportunity originally conceived and started?  I initially started my career working for a big box fitness company. I quickly realized that if I were going to have a career in fitness, it wouldn’t be for a large national gym chain. After a year, I realized that there were a lot of clients … Franchise Q&A with Jonathan Cerf, Founder of Core Progression Elite Personal Training

Provide an overview/ description of your industry.  Include reasons why it’s a great industry to start a business in today. Every one has and is required to have insurance.  So no shortage of prospects.  Insurance has residual income. Why do you think your company stands out in the industry?   We have a unique model where … Industry Q&A with Jeff Holtman, Director of Sales for Colorado Insurance

What was your original vision for your company? How has that changed over time?   The vision was to be the premier Independent Agency In Colorado.  Hasn’t change, and we have remain so. Why should someone choose your franchise over other similar franchises?  Our investment is very small/reasonable compared to the ROI.  New agents can literally … Franchise Q&A with Jeff Holtman, Director of Sales for Colorado Insurance

How was your franchise/opportunity originally conceived and started?  It’s a great story–The original location was an independent owned by the Founder of multiple successful health and wellness concepts and franchises.  He had retired, helped a family member open up a basic concept, and they quickly realized they had created a powerful model as they added … Franchise Q&A with Don Beezley, Sirius Day Spa’s Regional Developer for Chicagoland & Colorado

Provide an overview/ description of your industry.  Include reasons why it’s a great industry to start a business in today. Everyone is looking for ways to help reduce the stress of their everyday lives. The health and wellness industry has been dominated by expensive destination day spas and, more recently, single or limited service concepts … Industry Q&A with Don Beezley, Sirius Day Spa’s Regional Developer for Chicagoland & Colorado

How was your franchise/opportunity originally conceived and started?  In 1958, two guys started making mattresses for their furniture store in Illinois. The mattresses were a bigger hit than the furniture, and soon became the focus of their business. Later, when they incorporated in Wisconsin, they renamed their mattress company by combining the first names of … Franchise Q&A with Verlo Mattress

Why do you think your company stands out in the industry? Prospective Franchise Owners should be excited because people love the food! The California Tortilla menu features items that offer a twist on traditional Mexican flavors. Our food is made in small batches throughout the day with the best ingredients we can source, and you’ll … Industry Q&A with Elyse Lazartic, Marketing Director for California Tortilla

How was your franchise/opportunity originally conceived and started? In 2002, my business partner, Keith Goldman and I opened the California Tortilla in Potomac, Maryland. We were wildly successful, and quickly became a regular destination for thousands of people who craved imaginative, healthy, Cal Mex cuisine. We were fast, healthy, and we loved our customers. As … Franchise Q&A with Bob Phillips, Co-Founder & CEO of California Tortilla

Provide an overview/ description of your industry.  Include reasons why it’s a great industry to start a business in today. According to Forbes magazine, June 2014, childcare business growth will be between 6% to 7%. Child care is one of the oldest and most reliable business of all times. Especially, the Montessori childcare business, since … Industry Q&A with Shaun Ajani, Montessori League Academy’s VP of Franchising