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CELEBREE SCHOOL PoiseD for groWTh
Celebree School, a leader in early childhood education providing, looks to a promising post-pandemic future with eight schools expected to open before the end of 2021.
Celebree School was founded on the belief that success in early childhood development is equal parts curriculum and connection that extends beyond classroom to address not only the needs of the whole child, but the whole family. Since inception in 1994, Celebree School has grown from a single preschool to 26 locations and Maryland’s largest, privately-held chain of childcare centers.
The brand expanded in 2019 by launching its franchise offering, selling 39 locations in just two years. Despite the challenges faced by the childcare industry in 2020, Celebree School worked tirelessly to deploy strategic health and safety protocols in each of its schools while also responsibly adding new franchisees into its system.
“After growing the Celebree School brand for over two decades and enjoying many successes along the way, I knew I wanted to give other entrepreneurs the chance to feel the same pride in business ownership that I felt,” said Founder and CEO Richard Huffman. “I’m overjoyed to see the interest and momentum we’ve achieved in such a short time and look forward to adding new franchisees to the Celebree School system for years to come.” Celebree School’s strength and determination was recognized with the 2021 Fran-Tastic 500 Award by FranServe Brokers, honoring brands going beyond the norm and helping people fulfill their dreams of business ownership through franchising.
https://www.celebree.com/franchising/.
THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE geTs arTY for maKe-a-Wish camPaign
The Learning Experience raised over $500,000 to grant wishes for Make-A-Wish children through a month-long, franchise-wide fundraising campaign in April.
During the fundraiser, called “Art for Wishes,” preschoolers as young as three were learning a lifelong lesson in helping others while creating weekly art projects like flowerpots, superhero capes, and wish wind chimes. On April 29th’s “World Wish Day,” the anniversary of the wish that inspired the founding of Make-A-Wish in 1980, the children’s artwork was raffled off to donors.
The fundraiser was part of The Learning Experience’s monthly philanthropy curriculum teaching children the concepts of kindness, empathy, inclusion, and that it doesn’t matter how big or small you are, it’s the size of your heart that matters.
BAd ASS COffEE of haWaii suPPorTs WorLD’s LargesT DonKeY rescue
Kicked off during International Donkey Week in May, Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii has forged a partnership with Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue, an organization that rescues wild burros under threat of destruction and provides safe environments for abused and abandoned domestic donkeys. The cause pays tribute to Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii’s namesake: the donkeys of Kona, Hawaii that for generations carried loads of coffee beans down the steep volcanic mountain sides. The native people named these donkeys the “Bad Ass Ones” because of their reliably strong, but stubborn nature. Through June, Bad Ass Coffee is hosting a donation page on badasscoffee. com with donation options ranging from $5 - $50. Donations of $10 and above receive a thank you gift from Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii such as a plush donkey or a bag of Hana Bliss Flavored Coffee – a mix of vanilla, chocolate and macadamia that ranks as the company’s most popular flavored coffee. “Being true to our Hawaiian roots means so much to us as a company so we’re committed to sharing a spirit of ‘ohana (family) that honors and cares for our extended community,” said Scott Snyder, CEO. “The important work Peaceful Valley does is near to our hearts and a perfect organization to support through our Bad Ass for Good program.”
badasscoffeefranchise.com
American Freight, a leading furniture, mattress and appliance retailer, announced its new franchise model in late 2020 after more than 25 years of proven success in the retail home furnishings industry.
AMERICAN fREIGHT inTroDuces franchise moDeL
The announcement comes on the heels of the Franchise Group, Inc. acquisition of the retail concept in 2020. 19 pandemic in 2020. According to Will Powell, President and CEO at American Freight, the organization developed the processes and skills necessary to replicate this success as it launched the franchise model late last year. “American Freight is a proven business model with excellent unit-level economics and very reasonable start-up costs,” said Powell. “We’re well established with more than 350 American Freight stores nationwide and are uniquely positioned to grow exponentially in both existing and untapped territories, especially through franchising.” American Freight Furniture and Mattress was established in Lima, Ohio, in 1994. The company grew to its current nationwide footprint by adding and rebranding nearly 130 former Sears Outlets and more than 30 former FFO Home locations in early 2020. The rebrand expanded American Freight’s product assortment to include furniture, mattresses and appliances. “We entered the franchise world with our proof of concept in the bank,” said Jim Steger, Director of Franchise Development at American Freight. “Our franchising model is built on a system conducive to franchising and is proven to thrive in good and bad economies. It’s easy to build, quick to open and highly scalable.”
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theCoderSchool – whose motto is “Learn to code. Change the world.” - opened the first kids’ coding school in Milpitas. The school opened in May and will serve the Silicon Valley, offering virtual coding classes as well as inperson coding sessions.
The new school is owned and operated by Paul Dosanjh, a Milpitas resident for over 25 years. Paul has worked in Silicon Valley as a Software Engineer/Technical Lead for the last 30 years and is looking forward to spending time within his community, offering his years of professional experience to kids looking to start coding.
“Milpitas is one big family and I am excited that I can give back to the community that I have called home for many years,” said Paul. “With the help and support of my own family, we are ready to teach coding to the next generation of technology leaders in our community.”
Founded by Hansel Lynn and incubated with the help of his best friend, Wayne Teng, theCoderSchool was built to provide children aged 7 to 18 years with a welcoming environment to develop computer programming skills. “We could not be happier to welcome Paul to theCoderSchool team and we are looking forward to seeing the impact that he will make in the Milpitas community. With the years of technology experience and community outreach initiatives we know Paul will provide great things for Milpitas,” said Lynn.
http://www.thecoderschool.com/.
NeIGHbOrHOOD NewS IS NOw ISSuING FRANChISE OPPORTuNITIES
Neighborhood News Inc., an innovative newsletter printing and mailing distribution company, is about to reach mailboxes in the masses. The concept’s new franchise entity Neighbors Choice™ is now offering individuals an opportunity to become self-employed and invest in a business that offers a flexible work environment, with unlimited potential to create a product that benefits community residents and small business owners alike.
Founded by San Antonio native, entrepreneur, and dedicated journalist Susan Schopp, Neighborhood News Inc. provides a variety of micro-local publication services to subdivisions, small municipalities, and homeowners’ associations throughout major cities in Texas. After noticing neighborhoods’ need for more effective communication tools, Schopp was eager to help residents connect on local topics of interest and provide ad space for small businesses to share their services.
“Our concept has evolved over the years, becoming an integral addition to communities throughout Texas,” said Schopp, President and CEO of Neighbors Choice™. “We are thrilled to begin franchising with more people who want to invest in and build a community-centered business, provide news that’s close to home, and reap the rewards from our proven system.”
After 25 years of operating a successful business model, the brand now serves close to 100 communities throughout Texas, such as Dallas, Austin, and their home base of San Antonio. As Neighbors Choice™ continues its growth, the company is looking to expand in additional cities in Texas and Arizona, with a hard push to open more Texas markets and reach its goal of 10-12 new franchisees within 6 months.
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Booming YouTh-fiTness concePT oPens firsT norTh caroLina LocaTion
Waxxpot, a full-service men’s and women’s waxing salon that provides hair removal services from head to toe, is now franchising nationwide.
The brand signed an 11-unit deal with Waxxhaven LLC for the Cincinnati and northern Kentucky market. The first of 11 salons will open this summer in the Kenwood area of Cincinnati.
Waxxhaven LLC was formed by a seasoned group of restaurant operators that own full-service and quick-service restaurants on the West Coast and throughout the Midwest. The multi-unit deal kicks off Waxxpot’s 2021 plan for nationwide growth, targeting key markets and attracting multi-unit operators to a concept that exists within a $10 billion hair removal waxing industry.
“We are fortunate that Waxxhaven LLC recognizes the expanding beauty market, its unit-level economics and recurring revenue, along with its skilled labor market that has a significantly low turnover,” said Waxxpot CEO Daniel Sadd.
Sadd is no stranger to the beauty industry. In 2003 he founded Salon Lofts, a salon suite rental concept targeting independent beauty entrepreneurs who reap the benefits of owning a salon without the risk of owning a business. Sadd discovered Waxxpot in Short North, Ohio and felt it was a natural extension. He purchased the original location and began growing the brand immediately in Ohio and beyond.
Waxxpot currently operates 11 salons throughout Ohio, Georgia, Colorado, and Texas.
https://waxxpot.com/franchise
Ninja Nation, the youth fitness concept creating world-class obstacle course arenas, is continuing to expand its nationwide presence, opening its new location in Huntersville, North Carolina.
Owned and operated by former Hollywood stuntman Kevin Cassidy and his wife Megan, the 12,000 square-feet location accommodates both adults and kids, providing them the opportunity to play, train, and compete in a state-of-the-art arena while developing skills, strength, and confidence. “I am thrilled to introduce Ninja Nation to Huntersville. The concept combines sport with entertainment, something I’m very passionate about,” said Cassidy. “I’m excited to provide the community with a family focused concept that is unlike anything they’ve ever seen, and I am looking forward to helping people of all ages and abilities achieve their goals and overcome obstacles.” Ninja Nation’s mission is to provide a fun, safe, and engaging space where everyone can find the hero within themselves. The obstacle course arena helps participants improve their physical health, while focusing on the importance of overcoming failure and building confidence. The brand prides itself on its unparalleled offering of classes, open gym sessions, birthday parties, field trips, special events, competitions and a mobile obstacle course. “Kevin and Megan share Ninja Nation’s passion for the combination of ‘sport-tainment’, considering Kevin’s roles as a stuntman in Marvel movies and Megan’s success as a businesswoman,” said Wayne Cavanaugh, Founder and CEO of Ninja Nation. “We look forward to seeing a tremendously successful future for the Cassidy’s as they build a new community of heroes in North Carolina.”
