Franchise Players: Page 7
Why This Couple Jumped at the Chance to Own a Franchise
Dick and Jean Neff mixed friendship and business after meeting Jim and Joanne Foster, and the results speak for themselves.
This Franchisee Says He's All About Renewal -- of Carpets and Wood, That Is.
Albuquerque-based Glenn Buckland has been in the franchise business 28-plus years and now divides his time between businesses that clean carpets and refresh wood.
This Postal Connections Franchisee Is Not Content to Just Mail It In
Kevin Papula of Pennsylvania credits his 'work ethic' and five years of steady effort for making his franchise a success.
How One Man's Air Force Experience Led to Life as a Hydraulic Hose Franchisee
Bill Lesswing worked as a PIRTEK employee for over a decade, and now he's transitioning to a franchisee as he opens the company's first Tennessee location.
When His Franchisor Dreams Fizzled, This Man Became a Successful Franchisee
With years of experience in the restaurant business behind him, Darin Beck is moving forward as a franchisee.
This Baskin-Robbins Franchisee Has Made Ice Cream a Family Affair
Chris Locher spent five years as director of operations of the chain's Eastern Region. Now, he's in business for himself -- with his wife and daughters as partners.
Recovering From Cancer Surgery, This Franchisee Relied on the Benefits of Massage
Kay Hechler found massage therapy so helpful that she and her husband opened a Hand & Stone massage franchise.
How Franchising Helped Me Find Work-Life Balance
This father of three left a job in retail, leaving behind unpredictable schedules in the process.
How This Franchisee Went From Employee to Owner
Alex Lamkin worked his way up at Any Lab Test Now to take over the very location where he started his career.
A Franchisee Who Supports Veterans Beyond the Battlefield
Michael O'Neill runs his JDog Junk Removal and Hauling franchise in accordance with the Soldier's Creed.
Translating My Experience Into Action as an Entrepreneur
Allan Jenik used to help others increase sales and customer retention. So, when he bought his own franchise, he wanted to see if he could take his own advice.
These Franchisees' Business Runs Off Batteries Essential to an Alaskan Winter
Mary and Larry Banning have been empowered by the success of their three Batteries Plus Bulbs outlets in Fairbanks, Anchorage and Wasilla.
This Franchisee is 'Right at Home' in Her Choice of a Business That Delivers Loving Care
Diane Carson battled breast cancer, then set up her business. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, she's spreading the word on offering support to those in need.
This Franchisee Has Learned 'How Sweet It Is' to Be in Business for Herself
Chiral Desai is an author and an architect but Nothing Bundt Cakes satisfied her sweet tooth and was a "perfect fit" for her personality.
How I Bought a Franchise at Age 21
Aubrey Jaik cold called hundreds of franchisees to find out the realities of the franchise industry before becoming an Erbert & Gerbert's franchisee.