As you consider franchising, assessing sectors and opportunities that align with your interests is the first critical step. From fast food and fitness centers to retail and home services, the possibilities are extensive. A burning question for many is whether owning a franchise could pave the way to wealth. Specifically, are there low-cost, high-profit franchises ... What is the Most Profitable Franchise to Own in 2025?...Read More
By Franchise Gator | Posted April 4, 2024
1. How was your franchise/opportunity originally conceived and started? The Tropical Smoothie Cafe (TSC) brand was started in 1993 as two entrepreneurs in Destin, FL ran across a beach side shack selling amazing all natural, real fruit smoothies. The two entrepreneurs bought the rights to the brand and opened 4 Tropical Smoothie’s in the panhandle … Q & A with Charles Watson of Tropical Smoothie
Read MoreBy Stephan Baldwin | Posted January 8, 2015
Falafel fans rejoice! – Amsterdam Falafelshop, the renowned top-it-yourself falafelshop with a vibe, culture and flavor that commands a global fan base, announced today an aggressive franchise growth plan for 2015 that will continue to fuel the band's falafel-frenzy across the U.S. With six shops currently in operation, Amsterdam Falafelshop plans to open at least … Amsterdam Falafelshop Fast-Tracks US Expansion
Read MoreBy Stephan Baldwin | Posted January 8, 2015
David Ambrose and Steven Phillips met in Brooksville over 10 years ago when their kids were growing up together. Ambrose was looking for a new business opportunity and Phillips’ restaurant experience made him the perfect business partner. Both men knew Hernando County was missing a southern staple, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit. On Thursday, January 8 at … The Sunshine State Gets a Southern Favorite with New Dickeys Barbecue Pit
Read MoreBy Stephan Baldwin | Posted January 7, 2015
National Property Inspections, Inc., parent company of National Property Inspections in the United States and Global Property Inspections in Canada, is excited to announce two new franchise owners who will take the NPI brand to new areas. Rich Segal is from Plantsville, Connecticut, and his franchise territory will cover Hartford, Haven and Middlesex counties in … NPI News
Read MoreBy Stephan Baldwin | Posted January 6, 2015
The new year brings a new fast casual option to Rocklin residents when Dickey’s Barbecue Pit opens on Thursday, January 8 at 11 a.m. To kick off the grand opening, the new restaurant is hosting a three-day grand opening celebration. Guests get a deal on Thursday when the first 50 guests receive gift cards worth … 2015 Brings Tasty New Barbecue Option to Rocklin with Dickeys Barbecue Pit
Read MoreBy Stephan Baldwin | Posted January 6, 2015
Maui Wowi Hawaiian honored its top franchisees at its International Franchise Conference held recently in Englewood, Colorado. According to a news release, the event included breakout sessions, one-on-one training and panel discussions, as well as speeches by CEO Mike Weinberger, Founder Jill Summerhays and Keynote Speaker Gary Michels. The conference also featured an on-site vendor … Maui Wowi Hawaiian recognizes top franchisees
Read MoreBy Stephan Baldwin | Posted January 6, 2015
Maui Wowi Hawaiian climbed 19 spots on the Annual Franchise 500 listing, a highly esteemed compilation of top companies published by Entrepreneur Magazine. “This great honor and valued recognition can be attributed to the ongoing support of a proven system and to the collaborative efforts of our franchisees who have worked as an ‘ohana to … Maui Wowi Climbs 19 Spots on Franchise Ranking
Read MoreBy Stephan Baldwin | Posted January 6, 2015
Maui Wowi Hawaiian, the go-anywhere dual concept specializing in fresh fruit smoothies and premium specialty coffee beverages, has climbed 19 spots on the Annual Franchise 500 listing, a highly esteemed compilation of top companies published by Entrepreneur Magazine. “This great honor and valued recognition can be attributed to the ongoing support of a proven system … Maui Wowi Hawaiian Moves Up on Franchise 500 List
Read MoreBy Stephan Baldwin | Posted January 6, 2015
The success of Kona Ice continues to snowball. In the past 12 months, the brand added a staggering 142 trucks to its growing fleet of mobile gourmet shaved ice vehicles, raising the overall unit count to 600-plus trucks on the road in 45 states. The expansion and continued adoration of the beloved franchise has raised … Kona Ice has Biggest Year on Record
Read MoreBy Stephan Baldwin | Posted January 5, 2015
New Jersey-based child care franchise prepares for regional expansion with the construction of state of the art headquarters and child care facility.
Read MoreBy Stephan Baldwin | Posted December 23, 2014
