Meet the Franchise

Meet Rob Palmer, Founder & Brand President at The Lawn Squad.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/robpalmerwp/

What is The Lawn Squad?

Lawn Squad is a weed control and lawn fertilization company that offers franchise opportunities for new and existing members of the lawn care industry. Along with new business owners, Lawn Squad specializes in adding their services into your existing business to expand your portfolio.

Lawn care is a recession-resistant industry. People continue to invest in their homes and outdoor spaces even during economic downturns. Lawn Squad is also a low-investment franchise, with only a $45,000 franchise fee. Veterans, first responders, women, and minority franchisees can also enjoy incentive discounts off that fee, encouraging a diverse group of owners.

Rob Palmer has been a part of the lawn care industry for over a decade, launching his own Ohio-based lawn care company, WeedPro, back in 2001. His long-term success caught the attention of Authority Brands which acquired the company in 2023.

Learn more about franchising with The Lawn Squad here: https://lawnsquadfranchise.com/

Meet Todd Houghton, President of Homewatch CareGivers.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-houghton-811412b/ What is Homewatch CareGivers?

Founded in 1980, this brand is a long standing leader inside the expanding home-care franchise world, providing flexible non-medical services with an expansive menu of specializations. The brand has also invested in advancements in the digital home care space with Homewatch Connect, facilitating virtual care and family connections.

Acquired by Authority Brands in September 2017, Homewatch CareGivers pays special attention to training, support, and creating a connected hub of franchisees that work together. They have been recognized by Franchise Times, Entrepreneur Media, Experience List, and FranServe Inc.

Todd Houghton joined Homewatch CareGivers in November of 2022 as brand President. With 40+ years of franchise experience, he leads strategic initiatives to elevate care delivery and franchise growth and profitability.

Learn more about franchising with Homewatch Caregivers: https://homewatchfranchise.com/

Meet Joe Manuszak, Director of Operations for UNITS Moving & Portable Storage.

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What is UNITS?

UNITS is a provider of moving and portable storage services, including self-storage, on-site storage, self-service moving, and inter-franchise (long-distance) moves. UNITS is a nationwide network, reaching over 800 cities and continuing to grow.

UNITS separates itself in the industry by focusing on high-quality equipment and innovation, providing features like their ROBO-Unit Delivery Service. Franchisees love the brand's focus on hands-on centralized leadership and the ability to see returns on the available flexible franchise models.

Joe Manuszak has been a leader in franchising expansion since 1995 and has worked with brands on solving high level root issues that stall growth. The perfect UNITS franchisee is someone who has strong leadership and people skills, and a desires to build a large overall asset through tangible assets/real estate.

UNITS require partners to have a minimum net worth of approximately $1M with $300K in liquidity, although they offer vendor financing program models as well.

Learn more about franchising with UNITS here: https://unitsfranchisegroup.co

Nick is joined by Keke's Breakfast Cafe's Sr. Director of Franchise Relations, Jon Ahrendt, and Multi-Unit Franchisee John Ehrhard to discuss why this established restaurant concept in the breakfast and lunch-only restaurant space is ideal for multi-unit franchisees looking to diversify their portfolio without sacrificing revenue or work-life balance.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-ahrendt/

https://1851franchise.com/kekes-breakfast-cafe/john-kimberly-ehrhard-kekes-franchise-2729755#stories

With a streamlined menu and a relentless focus on operational efficiency, Keke's Breakfast Cafe is rapidly becoming a standout in the booming breakfast and brunch segment. Keke's has active development in California, Florida, Georgia, and Texas, as well as recent openings in Nevada and Colorado.

Learn more about franchising with Keke's Breakfast Cafe:

https://1851franchise.com/kekes-breakfast-cafe

Meet Max Emma, CEO and Founder of BooXkeeping. / maxemma What is BooXkeeping? BooXkeeping offers outsourced bookkeeping services that can eliminate the burden of tracking expenses and keeping your financial records organized. They are   the only bookkeeping franchise in the United States and a preferred provider for over 110 franchise brands in the US. Founded by Max and Elena Emma, two entrepreneurial immigrants with in-depth experience in finance and accounting, the brand's journey spans over 20 years. With 10 units currently open, the brand is all about fostering a community of franchise owners that serve white glove, custom service to current clients, while working together to establish new connections. Learn more about franchising with BooXkeeping here: https://1851franchise.com/booxkeeping

Meet Mike Tan, CEO of SweatHouz.

What is SweatHouz?

SWTHZ is a luxury contrast therapy studio helping people prioritize their mental and physical health through deliberate heat and cold exposure.

SWTHZ offers a private suite environment ⎯ featuring an infrared sauna, cold plunge, and vitamin C showers. SWTHZ is focused on careful, intentional growth with plans to bring only about 100 total franchisees into the system. With nearly 40% of these seats claimed, the window to invest is closing quickly.

With a luxury atmosphere and membership-based model, SWTHZ captures a steady, predictable revenue for a growth-oriented entrepreneur looking to build a scalable business in the wellness industry.

Learn more about franchsing with SweatHouz here: https://sweathouz.com/franchise/

Meet Brad Schneider, President of The Growth Coach Franchise.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/growthcoachbrad/

What is The Growth Coach Franchise?

The Growth Coach was founded in Cincinnati in 2003 and is the only pure business and sales coaching franchise aimed at driving success while balancing the lives of small business owners, managers, sales people, self-employed professionals and executives through group workshops and individual coaching.

Under the Strategic Franchising Systems umbrella, The Growth Coach is seeking passionate entrepreneurs in markets across the country to join its network of franchise owners.

Brad Schneider has worked inside The Growth Coach for 20 years, and currently operates the Central Ohio franchise, along with his duties as President of the brand. For those who are tired of working for a large corporate entity but still want to remain in the business world, The Growth Coach franchise is an attractive career option.

Learn more here: https://growthcoachfranchise.com/

Meet Brad Butterworth, VP of Franchise Development for Shoot 360.
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What is Shoot 360?

Shoot 360 is a rapidly expanding franchise that combines cutting-edge technology with traditional basketball coaching. The company uses advanced tools, including AI-driven shot analytics, interactive drills, and virtual competitions to help athletes of all ages and skill levels improve their game.

With a business model that appeals to a generation familiar with video games, Shoot 360 has seen strong market reception. Since it began franchising in 2019, the company has grown to 54 locations across the United States and Europe, with 11 more planned to open this year (mostly international).

Brad Butterworth joined Shoot 360 in 2019. He began as a Regional Manager & Director of Programming before advancing to his current role as VP of Franchise Development, coordinating the brand's growth in the US & internationally.

Shoot 360 is currently seeking new owners who are innovators and committed to bringing a positive impact to their communities. Learn more about Shoot 360 here: https://shoot360franchise.com/

Meet Jason Olsen, Founder & CEO at IMAGE Studios Franchise. / jasontylerolsen What is IMAGE Studios Franchise? IMAGE Studios is a highly scalable model rooted in simplicity. It operates as an exclusive salon suite that provides modern, high-end salon studios at affordable rates to salon professionals. While it sits in the beauty industry, the business model is a real estate play that equips investors with a platform to support other entrepreneurs in going into business for themselves. With over 120 open locations, IMAGE Studios Franchise has had zero units closed over its 12-year history. The owner-operator model means most studios have zero employees. As they scale, IMAGE Studios franchisees may leverage contracted teams and hire a manager or operator, but even with multiple locations, it's a very labor-light model that does not require prior experience in the beauty industry. Jason Olsen is a serial entrepreneur who launched his first venture at age 16 in automotive e-commerce. He founded IMAGE Studios in 2009 and opened 5 locations over the next six years before he launched IMAGE Studios Franchise in 2016.

Meet Jimmie Meece, Brand President at ASP.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmie-meece-63725262/ Founded in Macon, Georgia, ASP began as a one-man operation before evolving into a scalable franchise concept. Today, it's a trusted name in residential pool care, with franchisees operating in a variety of climates. You don't need a background in pool service to succeed with ASP. The business model is designed for owners who want to build something stable and scalable, not necessarily work in the field every day, long term. Meece himself owned and operated the very first ASP franchise for ten years until he sold the franchise to take the position of VP of Operations for ASP Franchising in 2010. In 2023, he stepped into the role as Brand President. Learn more about America's Swimming Pools here: https://www.aspfranchising.com/