Franchise Profile: Johnny Rockets

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Johnny Rockets was founded on a simple belief: everyone deserves a place to escape from today’s complicated world and experience good food, fun, and friendliness. And people are talking. Johnny Rockets just won the Nation’s Restaurant News Hot Concepts Award.

This All-American Franchise Opportunity was founded June 6th, 1986 on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles. Johnny Rockets offers classic all-American food, fun and friendliness around the globe.

The iconic brand’s delicious fare, timeless décor, lively music, dancing servers, and bright, sparkling atmosphere appeals to all ages.  Additionally, their flexible business models lend themselves to a variety of footprints and operating options.

All American Favorites
Johnny Rockets serves a variety of popular menu options that include juicy hamburgers, hand-dipped malts and shakes, American fries (served with their signature ketchup smiley face), and classic sandwiches.

Rockin’ The World
Johnny Rockets currently operates approximately 300 restaurants in 31 states and 18 countries, with 3,000 employees worldwide and annual system sales in excess of $300 million.  The company is in an aggressive expansion mode, with a strategic focus on continued domestic and international growth.

A Great Business Opportunity
Johnny Rocket’s Restaurant Support Center is there to help you, every step of the way.  They provide guidance and assistance in all of the following areas:

  • Franchise Communications
  • Marketing & Promotional Design
  • Purchasing
  • Management Training, Opening/Ongoing Support
  • Nutritional engineering of products to meet regulations

Are you interested in this business opportunity? If so, you can learn so here: http://www.veteransfranchise.com/franchise/Johnny-Rockets

5 Business Lessons Military Veteran Franchisees Have For You

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I recently read a great article on Entrepreneur.com (find here) about veterans currently in the franchising industry. The veterans interviewed give advice about the lessons they’ve learned in the military and the way in which those lessons translate to their business. Here of some of my favorites:

1. YOUR LEADERSHIP SKILLS
Amit Kleinberger, the CEP of Menchie’s, a frozen yogurt franchise, discusses how the military shaped his unique leadership style. He says that “Often what I explain to people is that the military is considered by many as the finest institution in the world for leadership because it really places people in tough situations. When you’re in combat in tough situations, people don’t follow you because you tell them to follow you, they follow you because they believe who you are.”
2. YOUR ABILITY TO TAKE INTIATIVE
While in the military there is a very set way of doing things; there are also opportunities for taking initiative and making decisions within those boundaries. Gordon Logan, the founder of Sports Clips, comments that “You can’t always call home to get instructions when you’re in a combat situation or a stressful situation. Those same skills transfer quite readily to franchising.”

3. PLANNING AND THEN BEING WILLING TO CHANGE THE PLAN
This is a crucial skill that the military teaches. Adaptability is important in any job, including the franchising industry. Veterans learn how to set goals, and execute the plan during their service, but just as with any plan in life, things are going to go wrong, and you will have to be flexible.

4. TAKING A LOOK AT THE BIGGER PICTURE
It’s a crucial skill, in the military and in business, to while paying attention to details of the task at hand, not losing sight of the main objective. Jenna Bazdaric, a tropical smoothie owner in Poughkeepsie, NY, says “In the military you learn to manage a lot of things at one time because there are a lot of moving parts involved in missions… As an owner-operator, I have to know what’s going on on a day-to-day basis but also keep my eye on the bigger picture.”

5. CONFIDENCE IS KEY
Vinay Chadha, a Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffee and Smoothies owner in San Diego, CA says “One of the most important traits I developed while in the military is confidence. What I found was that nothing is out of reach as long as you work hard, continually feed your mind with knowledge, and know yourself and what you are capable of nothing can get in the way of your goals.” When you trust yourself and your abilities, you are a whole lot more likely to succeed.

What lessons have you learned in the military that translate to your business skills? Share your lessons in our comments section below!

Coffee and Smoothie Franchise Offers Vet Discount This Month

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With Veteran’s Day quickly approaching, Maui Wowi Hawaiian, a gourmet Hawaiian coffee and fresh fruit smoothie franchise, is continuing their efforts to support veterans by offering a “double discount” during the months of November and December. The franchise, which already offers a 10 percent year-round discount off the franchise fee for those who have served any branch of the military, is now offering a 20 percent discount.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian is a member of the IFA Vet Fran Program, SBA’s Small Business Development Program, and has been named a Military Friendly Franchise by G.I. Jobs for the past four years in a row. The company takes pride in offering opportunities to those who have served our country.

Maui Wowi is present as vendors at various military events throughout the year, including at several military air shows and U.S. Coast Guard Festivals. Their commitment to showing support for military vets, plus awesome coffee, definitely makes them stand out as an excellent business opportunity.

Finding Purpose in Work: Why Healthcare Franchises are A Good Fit for Military Vets

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What is that we all want out of our jobs, our lives? I think most would agree that above all, we just want to be happy, and for others around us to be happy too.  But how do we obtain a higher level of happiness?  This becomes an even greater question when we factor in jobs and money. What are the key components to being happy in a job setting?

I would argue, above all, that we all crave a sense of purpose. We all want to have purposeful, meaningful experiences. For me, it’s what makes life worth living.

Many jobs can provide you with a sense of purpose; and with a positive enough mindset, you can find your purpose in any job.  I should mention when I say “purpose”, I’m not referring to your role at work. I’m referring to that I’m-doing-something-good-for-the-world-and-the-people-in-it  feeling.

There has recently been a trend in veterans investing in healthcare and home care franchises. Often veterans, after returning home from serving our country, struggle with finding a job that continues to give them a fulfilling, “purposeful life” feeling.  The healthcare industry is a noble work field. On a day to day basis, a health facility’s goal is to heal the sick and care for the elderly. If that doesn’t help kick in your higher sense of purpose feelings, I’m not sure what will.

Franchises like Touching Hearts at Home, an in-home senior care facility are a great option for veterans looking for meaningful work. Touching Hearts at Home specifically offers a 10% discount off the franchise fee to veterans and spouses of veterans. Touching Hearts at Home emphasizes that enriching the lives of the people they serve is their passion. Suzanne Desfosses-Gilliam, a Touching Hearts at Home franchise owner, also speaks of the franchise’s benefits, “In addition to the wonderful support that I’ve received from the corporate office, I’m also very excited to be able to work with the other franchises. They’ve reached our have been very open for me to call and ask them anything. They’ve all gone through the process and are invested in making my franchise as successful as theirs.” The beauty of franchises like Touching Hearts at Home is that they provide a foundation for veterans to build up from. Additionally, the service that healthcare and home care franchises provide is both meaningful and purposeful.

Are you a veteran seeking purpose and happiness in your current career? I’d love to hear your comments below.

A Children’s Character Development Program Offers Discount to Veterans

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Team Makers, a Washington DC based company, provides parents and schools with a wide assortment of entertaining and dynamic team-building programming and activities for children. Specialized in building life skills through games that are both fun and cooperative, Team Makers helps children between the ages 5 to 12 learn how to become great teammates and future leaders.

The company Mad Science, the world’s leader in science education and entertainment, created the franchise Team Makers as a way to combat bullying, in addition to building both leadership and problem solving skills. CEO of Mad Science, Ariel Shlien, says that “Having a positive impact in the community has always been a core value that we’ve embraced. With the addition of Team Makers, we believe we can offer another financially rewarding franchise that ultimately makes a difference in the lives of children in our society.” Team Makers offers a space for school age children to meet for birthday parties, in-class workshops, after-school programs and summer camps, as well as special children-centric community events.

What’s even cooler about the program is that all veterans receive a 20% discount off the franchise fee. As a company that values teamwork, problem solving, and communication skills, it goes without saying that Team Makers’ principles fall right in line with those who have served in our country’s military.

Is there a Team Makers in your community? Franchise opportunities with Team Makers are available in all 50 states!

California Veteran Chooses Maui Wowi Hawaiian

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Air Force Veteran, Kim Allen, has chosen Maui Wowi Hawaiian, becoming the newest franchise owner of the popular coffee and smoothie company. Living in Sacramento, California, Allen and her son, Nicolas, are now ready to begin a new career as entrepreneurs.

“All the experiences of my life have brought me to this point and are the foundation for the business and the life I want to build for my son and me,” said Allen. “I knew I was meant for something different and what I wanted out of life was bigger and richer than what I had. I’ve always felt that if you don’t love what you’re doing, then go work somewhere else.”

Serving in the Air Force as an aircraft maintenance officer, Allen acquired a strong professional foundation and deep dedication to service. The skills and values she learned in the military and her 15 years of experience with corporate supply chain management have prepared her to breakout of the mold and take charge of her destiny.

Allen was attracted to the engaging spirit of Maui Wowi, but it was the people she met during her research that quickly made her realize the support that the system provides.

“I received such unfiltered information and support from everyone I talked to and I was able to quickly assess the benefits of Maui Wowi,” she said.

Through her process of learning about the franchise, Allen was able to attend events other franchisees were working, allowing her to see it all in action first hand. From those experiences, she chose the mobile Ka’anapali Cart because it allows her the much anticipated freedom and flexibility she seeks.

“I look forward to the working a variety of events in Northern and Central California. I liked the idea of being mobile; it’s just a refreshing idea to know that if I want to hook up the trailer and go to an event in Santa Barbara and visit with friends, I can,” said Allen.

The mobile Ka’anapali Cart is just one in a variety of low-cost business models that Maui Wowi offers. Allen plans to begin with one cart and has also chosen to dive into the world of catering with a portable unit available to franchisees. Allen says she fell in love with the tiki hut style catering unit the moment she saw it and could easily see its potential. A long list of opportunities exists that Allen is ready to take advantage of; working as many events as possible and giving back to her community.

For more information about franchising and how to escape the corporate cubicle, visit http://veteransfranchise.com/franchise/Maui-Wowi-Hawaiian-Coffees-and-Smoothies.

About Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees & Smoothies:
Since 1982, Maui Wowi Hawaiian has embraced the Hawaiian culture and has been serving paradise in a cup since the day it began, 30 years ago. From event carts, mall kiosks and stand-alone retail locations Maui Wowi Hawaiian offers premium, all-natural, gluten-free, fresh-fruit smoothies, as well as gourmet Hawaiian coffees and espresso beverages. With over 400 operating units in eight countries, Maui Wowi Hawaiian has truly gone “Global” by adding an online store, shop.mauiwowi.com. Now customers from anywhere in the world can experience the prized-gourmet Hawaiian coffees and taste the ‘Aloha Spirit’ with a ‘Click-of-a button!’ To learn more information about Maui Wowi Hawaiian’s, products, locations, or flexible, low cost franchising opportunities, visit http://veteransfranchise.com/franchise/Maui-Wowi-Hawaiian-Coffees-and-Smoothies.

Top 5 Veterans Home Services Franchise

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The franchising industry’s favoritism towards military veterans has long been documented. Veterans tend to be disciplined, hard workers and excellent at following established systems. Their years of military training and experience make them ideal franchisees.

 

Here are our top 5 picks for home services franchises for veterans:

PILLAR TO POST

About: The leader in home and property inspection in North America, Pillar to Post has been named a Top 50 Franchise for franchisee satisfaction, Top Low Cost Investment by Franchise Business Review, and a top ranked franchise business for the past 13 years consecutively by Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500.

  • Liquid Capital Requirement: $7500
  • Incentive: Veterans receive 10 percent off the franchise fee
  • Veteran-owned franchises: 125 (out of 370)
  • Supporting the troops: Pillar to Post is working with the Military Warriors Support Foundation to provide initial home inspections for house that will be donated to veterans.

 

WIN HOME INSPECTION

About: WIN Home Inspection began as a home inspection business franchise in the Pacific Northwest. The company is now expanding nationwide and is currently in 28 states. Franchise can be run from a home office and absentee ownership is permitted.

  • Liquid Capital Requirement: $25,000
  • Veteran-owned unit: 45 (out of 168)
  • Special promotion: WIN for America, a program that grants qualified veterans awards up to $40,000 off of their franchise fee and providing business-planning assistance.

 

SERVICEMASTER CLEAN

About: Commercial and residential cleaning and disaster restoration franchise.

  • Liquid Capital Requirement:
  • Incentive: 15% discount off of franchise fee for veterans
  • Veterans owned franchises: 210 (out of 4,939)

 

AMERISPEC

About: Franchise opportunity that offers interior, exterior and structural inspection services to homebuyers. AmeriSpec is co-branded with companies like Terminix, Merry Maids, Tru-Green/ChemLawn and Furniture Medic in order to provide customers with discounts.

  • Liquid Capital Requirement: $10,000 – $15,000
  • Incentives: 15% discount off franchise fee for veterans and in-house financing
J DOG JUNK
About: J Dog Junk Removal is an exciting junk removal franchise opportunity that is is only open to veteran, active duty and reserve personnel. 
  • Liquid Capital Requirement: 
  • Incentives: Only open to veterans

 

 

Veteran Starts Franchise in Afghanistan

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Thanks to technology, working remotely is both possible and prevalent– but few franchisees open their first franchise roughly seven thousand miles from home.

 

While stationed in Afghanistan with the U.S. Army, Andrew Wilson received a care package from his family that contained Fortune magazine. Receiving this particular issue of Fortune turned out to be a pivotal moment in Wilson’s life, as it contained an article about junk removal franchise 1-800-Got-Junk.

 

At the time, Andrew Wilson has saved $30,000 that he had intended to put towards attending graduate school. Instead, he opened his first franchise– and he did it from Afghanistan.

 

Wilson’s first experiences as a franchisee came with his ownership of a 1-800-Got-Junk franchise in Kansas. At the time, 1-800-Got-Junk was part of the International Franchise Association’s VetFran program and waived half of Wilson’s franchise fee. This allowed Wilson to put more of his saved capital towards running his new franchise as opposed to initial costs.

 

When Wilson returned from Afghanistan he opened his second business, You Move Me, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Without money to hire movers Andrew did the heavy lifting himself, loving being a part of a service-based business.

 

Since opening his business, Andrew has helped move hoarders, tornado victims, families coming together after a marriage and those going through major changes due to death or divorce.

 

As reported by The Oklahoman, Wilson helped a middle-aged man dying from cancer who called from his hospital room to schedule a move for his family”

 

“It was the one thing he wanted to do before he died. He was still working for his family; still taking care of them. So he organized every part of the move and paid for it. He bought them the house and called us to move them in.”

 

As many franchises have reported, veterans make excellent franchisees due to their hardworking nature, ability to follow processes and devotion to service.

 

Veterans Prefer North America’s Most Referred Painting Company

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In business, reputation is king. Since 1992, CertaPro customers have made the brand the most trusted, most referred and most reliable in the industry. Their name is synonymous with excellence, a position they have earned through the hard work of their franchisees and their commitment to redefining the home service industry.

CertaPro franchisees enjoy the stability and solid standing that comes from a well-known, reputable brand.

Best in Class Operations

As a CertaPro franchise owner, you manage the business while your crews do the painting. You do not need to have experience in the painting business to operate a CertaPro Painters franchise. Their training and ongoing support programs are the result of best practices gathered from hundreds of franchisees over the last 20 years.

We’re CertaPro

We have a value set that defines our business; at the core of it is a simple principle: deliver what you promise. We’d like to start delivering on our promise to you, fill out the form to the right or call 1-800-689-7494, to learn about how a CertaPro Painters franchise can transform your future.

CertaPro offers wonderful veteran franchise initiatives and support. To learn more about the franchise opportunity, please visit: http://veteransfranchise.com/franchise/CertaPro-Painters.

Two Franchises Offer Incentives to Veterans

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Sublime Doughnuts is offering financial assistance to veterans interested in becoming franchisees.

 

Kamal Grant, a Navy veteran and founder of Sublime Doughnuts chose to offer financial assistance to potential veteran entrepreneurs in order to help veterans realized that business ownership is not only possible, it’s well within the reach of each veteran.

 

Last month, on June 7, which was National Doughnut Day, Sublime Doughnuts introduced VetForward. The program works in a pay-it-forward manner whereby Grant contributes the first $5,000 to the second veteran who signs on as a franchisee. The second veteran forwards $5000 on to the next veteran and so on. The goal is to keep the franchise fee at $20,000 for all veterans. VetForward runs each year from National Doughnut Day through Veterans Day.

 

The Grilled Cheese Truck, a new food franchise concept out of Los Angeles, has recruited retired Gen. Wesley Clark, the former Supreme Allie Commander of NATO, to lead the expansion of the food truck franchise in the Texas city of San Antonio.

 

San Antonio’s community and support of the military drew The Grilled Cheese Truck to the Texan market. The Grilled Cheese Truck sells eight different varieties of everyone’s favorite sandwich. Guests may customize their order by adding a side of soup or macaroni and cheese and meat to their sandwich. The food truck franchise also sells a variety of dessert melts.

 

The Grilled Cheese Truck plans to feed 5,000 active duty military veterans for free at Woodlawn Park as a way to promote the new business.