Brands Expanding

Mathnasium Learning Centers

Mathnasium Learning Centers, a globally recognized franchise with over 1,200 locations across 12 countries, celebrates strong mid-year growth results. Keeping pace with its record-setting development trajectory from the previous year, the brand opened 42 new centers globally, 31 across North America and 11 internationally, and signed 51 new franchise agreements. This surge in growth reflects a growing awareness that, with learning loss widening and STEM careers shaping the future economy, parents are turning to supplemental education to equip their children with essential math skills.

Hammer & Nails

Hammer & Nails, the elevated grooming experience built for modern men, has officially opened its 51st location in Santa Monica, California at 12121 Olympic Rd. The shop’s grand opening celebration in July welcomed community leaders and influencers, as well as other special guests, including UFC Hall of Famer Urijah Faber, who joined as a brand ambassador and investor earlier this year. Guests enjoyed shop tours, refreshments, and complimentary grooming experiences in the masculine, design-forward space.

MassageLuXe

MassageLuXe, a leading luxury spa franchise specializing in massage therapy and skincare services, opened its 100th location in Fresno, California in August. The new spa is owned by franchise partners Lisa Wigfall and Sharon Parker-Gill. Both women bring decades of combined experience in healthcare, client relations, and business leadership.

A Place At Home

A Place At Home, a senior-focused home care provider franchise, is making significant strides in the first half of 2025, adding new franchise territories, entering new markets, and celebrating national accolades that reflect the strength of its model and mission. In the first half of the year, the in-home senior care franchise awarded seven new territories, opened four new locations, and prepared to launch five more — while also debuting on the Franchise Times Top 400 at #492.

Always Best Care Senior Services

Always Best Care Senior Services is proud to announce the opening of its first Nevada franchise in Henderson. The new agency, operated by seasoned healthcare professional Sarah Peaceful, will provide non-medical in-home care and senior living referral services to residents in Henderson and Boulder City. Peaceful, a mother of three, brings more than 20 years of clinical and business experience to her new venture, having owned and operated a group of optometric practices in the United Kingdom before relocating with her family to the Las Vegas Valley.

Awards, Honors & Achievements

Pillar To Post

Pillar To Post is celebrating another milestone quarter, marking 10 consecutive quarters of market share growth and a standout first half of the year. With demand for home inspection services holding strong, the brand is looking ahead to new growth in 25 hot markets across the U.S., including Baltimore, Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, and more before year-end. To build upon its 10 consecutive quarters of market share growth, Pillar To Post is focused on building in regions where local ownership, real estate partnerships, and operational support can create long-term success.

FASTSIGNS

FASTSIGNS marked the first half of 2025 with notable achievements, earning multiple accolades. Key honors awarded in 2025 include:

• Entrepreneur’s 2025 Best of the Best Franchises
• Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® (Ranked #1 in Category; #100 Overall)
• Canadian Franchise Association’s Franchisees’ Choice Designation and Silver Award of Excellence
• Franchise Customer Experience Certification, administered by the Franchise Customer Experience Institute
• Franchise Business Review Top 100 Franchise for Women:

• 91 percent of franchisees agree that they enjoy operating this business;
• 95 percent of franchisees are likely to recommend this franchise to others;
• 91 percent of franchisees agree that they respect their franchisor.

Franchising Gives Back

Assisted Living Locators Franchisees Demonstrate the Power of Giving Back at 8000 Days of Retirement Expo

In a heartfelt demonstration of community support, Miriam Bogard, owner of Assisted Living Locators East Columbus, OH, hosted the 8000 Days of Retirement Expo. Now in its second year, this impactful event not only raised over $11,000, but also brought together a diverse group of experts, local vendors, and community leaders dedicated to empowering individuals as they navigate the complexities of retirement.

The event featured more than 20 vendors and an array of panel discussions that covered key topics such as financial planning, housing transitions, Medicare, and dementia prevention. Attendees also had access to on-site health screenings, offering valuable insights into retirement planning and wellness.

What truly set this event apart, however, was the overwhelming support shown by the Assisted Living Locators franchise network. Franchisees from across Ohio and beyond came together to lend a hand — not as competitors, but as teammates — demonstrating the collaborative spirit that makes this network so special. David Koch, Jennifer Thayer, Mindi Bub, Jake Schoch, Bill Anderson, and Jasilika Davidson were among those who attended, offering their support and contributing to the event’s success.

Miriam Bogard’s dedication to improving the lives of seniors and their families, combined with the collective support of her peers, proves that when franchises unite, their influence extends far beyond business growth — it positively shapes the communities in which they operate.