Posts Tagged ‘success story’

‘She-conomy:’ Women-owned Franchises on the Rise

Posted by FranNet on June 22nd, 2011 under Franchise Industry News, Success Stories, Tips and Trends Tags: , , , , ,  •  No Comments

Franchising offering women professional advancement, work-life balance Women are leading the charge of an entrepreneurial revolution, not just in the U.S. but all over the world.  Some demographers have labeled this emerging economic movement the “she-conomy.” We’re seeing this trend at FranNet, and it’s a powerful thing to witness. Former female corporate executives and managers [...]

Business Executive to Franchisee

Posted by pdeering on October 13th, 2010 under Success Stories Tags: , , , , ,  •  No Comments

Ron McCaslin found success in the housing industry, most recently as President of Jim Walters Homes.  Now it is his turn to build his own business.  Ron, and wife Dona, wanted something innovative and exciting.  SpeedPro Imaging Franchise was the perfect match!  His ‘super studio’ is located in Oldsmar, Florida and serves all of Pinellas [...]

Success Story: From Sporting Goods Manager to a Tutoring Franchise Owner in Delaware, OH

Posted by FranNet on October 6th, 2010 under FranNet News, Success Stories Tags: , , , , , , , , , ,  •  No Comments

Chris M. of Delaware, Ohio recently used the help of FranNet to start a business. A recent employment layoff had Chris reflecting on his life’s direction and career path.  After managing a 55,000 sq ft store with sales in excess of $7 million, Chris felt it was time to put his years of management experience [...]

Success Story: Former Pharmaceutical Executive starts a hair care franchise in Toronto

Posted by FranNet on August 31st, 2010 under Success Stories Tags: , , , , , , ,  •  2 Comments

Kathryn H. was referred to Great Clips by FranNet’s Mike Martin of Toronto. Mike helped Kathryn determine that Great Clips was the best fit for her to achieve her business and financial goals.  Kathryn and her husband Ray have a lot to smile about.  Kathryn’s been in the pharmaceutical world managing and leading groups with [...]

Success Story: Senior Care Service Franchise to open in Cincinnati, OH

Posted by FranNet on June 29th, 2010 under Success Stories Tags: , , , , , ,  •  No Comments

FranNet’s Dick Munson of the FranNet Cincinnati office placed Jeff D. with a great senior care franchise – Always Best Care Senior Services. Dick understood that Jeff was an organized big picture thinker who will leverage his skill sets with ABC in greater Cincinnati, Columbus, and Dayton. Jeff fit the Area Representative opportunity at ABC [...]

Success Story: Former Salesman opens Senior Care Franchise in Jacksonville, FL

Posted by FranNet on April 6th, 2010 under Success Stories Tags: , , , , , , ,  •  No Comments

FranNet’s Gordon Dupries recommended Robert D. of Staten Island, NY for The Senior’s Choice, the “unfranchise” senior care concept. Robert is a 49 year old former software salesman for Sun Microsystems. After being downsized early last year he spent considerable time looking around at different career options, but he and his wife kept circling back [...]

Success Story: Analyst turned Internet Marketing Consultant – Carmel, NY

Posted by FranNet on March 20th, 2010 under Success Stories Tags: , , , , , , ,  •  10 Comments

FranNet is very excited to announce the newest franchisee for WSI James McGrane based out of Carmel, NY was referred to WSI by FranNet Consultant Luc Deslauriers.  James spent 26 years of his career as a municipal bond analyst. At first, he was very excited to start this profession at such a lively time, but as [...]

Success Story: People Person opens home-services franchise in Pasadena, California

Posted by FranNet on March 18th, 2010 under Success Stories Tags: , , , , ,  •  4 Comments

FranNet consultant, Page Nicol, referred candidate, Gary Smith, to Mr. Handyman Franchise. Gary Smith, leader, team builder, and outdoor enthusiast. “I have a good sense of people, treating everyone with respect and dignity,” says Gary. “Mr. Handyman fits my skill-set well: delegating, following up, and holding everyone including myself accountable for their responsibilities and actions.” [...]

Success Story: New franchisee in Pennsylvania wanted family friendly business

Posted by FranNet on February 26th, 2010 under Success Stories Tags: , , , , , ,  •  No Comments

Please join us in congratulating Jerry R. on selecting a Dryer Vent Wizard franchise business and will operate in Berks and Chester counties in Pennsylvania. Jerry had help from FranNet’s Lou Lavetan for helping him find this opportunity.  With a great tag team approach and team effort between Lou and the Dryer Vent Wizard team, [...]

Success Story: From Venezuela to Weston, Florida with a residential cleaning franchise

Posted by FranNet on February 22nd, 2010 under Success Stories Tags: , , , , , ,  •  5 Comments

 Meet Ricardo Feliciani, seasoned business owner, multi-cultured, and single-minded in his pursuit of success. For the past 15 years, Ricardo has owned and managed one of the largest chicken processing and sales businesses in Venezuela. “Believe it or not, Molly Maid was very well known even in Venezuela.”  Now he’s moving his wife, Delia, and [...]