Alpha Graphics Appoints Brad Swimmer To Support Strategic Franchise Growth
AlphaGraphics, a leading franchisor of printing and marketing solutions, has named long-time franchise expert Brad Swimmer to lead the company's efforts to grow through franchise conversions and acquisitions. Swimmer, a former Fortune 500 financial manager, owned and operated the AlphaGraphics location in Cleveland with his wife, Judy, from 1991 until 2019. The Cleveland franchise location was twice named to the AlphaGraphics Gold Circle Centers and earned multiple Silver Circle recognitions during the Swimmers' tenure as franchisees. Franchise expert Brad Swimmer has been named...
The International Franchise Expo Goes Online, Announces Live Virtual Show May 28 30
In addition to announcing rescheduled dates for the highly anticipated International Franchise Expo (IFE) now set to take place October 1-3 at the Javits Center in New York City, IFE is unveiling its first-ever virtual, online event May 28-30 in an effort bring together the world's franchise community amid COVID-19. For almost 30 years, IFE has drawn top executives and entrepreneurs to live events, creating the center of the franchising industry. Now this life-changing event converts to a live virtual platform. As the only online expo sponsored by the International Franchise Association, e...
Lunchbox Wax Opens First Washington Salon
LunchboxWax welcomed their 46 location nationwide with the opening of the Capitol Hill neighborhood salon in Seattle, Washington. Known for its expertly trained waxologists, chic vibe and cheeky brand, LunchboxWax Capitol Hill is located at 317 E. Pine St. in downtown Seattle. LunchboxWax lobby. "After being introduced to the LunchboxWax franchise, I knew I wanted to get involved," said owner Lisa Van Loben Sels. "I am excited to be a part of Seattle's Capitol Hill community and honored to be a part of the process of expanding our franchise into the state of Washingto...
B2 B Cannabusiness Expo Brings Opportunity To Michigan For Second Year
Back for the second year, Cannabis Industrial Marketplace is primed to nurture more relationships in the Michigan cannabusiness market by bringing exhibitors and attendees together for the 2nd Annual Business of Cannabis Michigan Expo at the Frankenmuth Credit Union Event Center in Birch Run from March 18-19. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with exhibitors starting at 10 a.m. With a wide array of regional and national companies, the full spectrum of cannabusiness products and services will be on display. The 2nd Annual Business of Cannabis Michigan Expo will be h...
Anytime Fitness Flexes Franchise Development Plans Throughout Pennsylvania
Anytime Fitness, the world's fastest-growing fitness franchise, recently announced plans to introduce over 25 new gyms in targeted areas throughout Pennsylvania. The community-focused brand will ramp up growth through strategic franchise partnerships and aims to open the new locations within the next three years. Currently, there are nearly 80 thriving Anytime Fitness locations open throughout the state. Kickstarting this Pennsylvania development push have been two recent gym openings in Philadelphia, three throughout the Pittsburgh area, and one in Bradford. With an open real estate marke...
Goldfish Swim School Makes Waves In Arizona; First Location To Open Summer 2020
Goldfish Swim School Franchising, LLC, the premier learn-to-swim franchise concept, has announced rapid expansion plans for Arizona with goals to bring 10 locations to the state over the next several years, specifically targeting the greater Phoenix area. Arizona's first Goldfish Swim School is slated to debut in Scottsdale this June. Kickstarting franchise development is local entrepreneur Sherry Scott. The longtime resident of the Scottsdale community is bringing the first Goldfish Swim School to the state and is scheduled to open its doors this June. The swim school is situated at Scot...