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Bhavna & Vishal Ajwani are a husband and wife team living in New Jersey. They invested in a Lightbridge Academy back in 2018 and currently have 3 in Michigan in development. The couple have 35 employees! Bhavna shared a bit about their effort to find more work and life balance.
There are several steps to owning a franchise- here are 5 key ones. We at Franchise Business Review are here to support your franchise buying journey. We are the definitive resource for franchisee satisfaction. That means we survey hundreds of franchise brands (that means thousands of franchisees) yearly to determine who is happy owning their franchise. With that data, we figure out what franchises are the best to own and share them with you. We’ve got our Top 200 Awards list and many more. Any business you see on our site scores high in franchisee satisfaction.
What do 9,000+ women really value in franchise ownership?
FBR President & COO Michelle Rowan, is joined by Any Lab Test Now CEO Clarissa Windham-Bradstock and CMO Kelly Martens-Crompvoets to unpack insights from this year’s Top Franchises for Women report.
Each year, Franchise Business Review honors franchise owners (franchisees) who go above and beyond. This year, FBR considered hundreds of nominations from franchisors and selected 69 franchisees that truly personify “Rock Star” status in franchising.
Coffee businesses offer more than just a caffeine fix—they provide convenience for teens, tired parents, busy workers, and social seniors. Many coffee aficionados enjoy the convenience of picking up a hot brew on the run, while others view coffee shops as a refuge to sip and relax. No matter what drives people to purchase a cup of joe, coffee businesses continue to percolate across the United States in traditional brick-and-mortar shops and mobile coffee trucks.
There are several steps to owning a franchise- here are 5 key ones. We at Franchise Business Review are here to support your franchise buying journey. We are the definitive resource for franchisee satisfaction. That means we survey hundreds of franchise brands (that means thousands of franchisees) yearly to determine who is happy owning their franchise. With that data, we figure out what franchises are the best to own and share them with you. We’ve got our Top 200 Awards list and many more. Any business you see on our site scores high in franchisee satisfaction.
What do 9,000+ women really value in franchise ownership?
FBR President & COO Michelle Rowan, is joined by Any Lab Test Now CEO Clarissa Windham-Bradstock and CMO Kelly Martens-Crompvoets to unpack insights from this year’s Top Franchises for Women report.
If you ask Adam Martindale why he loves owning and operating his Cruise Planners travel agency, he’ll gladly rattle off a lengthy list. One of his favorite benefits, however, is that he gets to work from anywhere while traveling the world and growing his business. In this on-demand webinar, FBR’s President and COO, Michelle Rowan, chats with franchisee Adam and Stacie Faulds, Cruise Planners’ Assistant Vice President of Marketing, about what it takes to be a Cruise Planners franchise owner, and how the travel franchise became the nation’s largest home-based franchise in the travel space.
Starting a franchise can be an exciting venture, but figuring out how to fund it can often feel overwhelming. In this webinar, Michelle Rowan, President of Franchise Business Review (FBR), and Jade Maloney, a franchise funding consultant with Benetrends Financial, discuss several key franchise financing options.
In this on-demand webinar, FBR’s President, Michelle Rowan, chats with Melissa Tash, the founder of the Spoiled Rotten Photography franchise, and two successful franchisee families, Lynn and Rernardo Driver and Joey and Sandi Fotheringham. See for yourself how much they love owning and operating their businesses.
Bhavna & Vishal Ajwani are a husband and wife team living in New Jersey. They invested in a Lightbridge Academy back in 2018 and currently have 3 in Michigan in development. The couple have 35 employees! Bhavna shared a bit about their effort to find more work and life balance.
Each year, Franchise Business Review honors franchise owners (franchisees) who go above and beyond. This year, FBR considered hundreds of nominations from franchisors and selected 69 franchisees that truly personify “Rock Star” status in franchising.
Craig Mattox, a proud military veteran, has been running his Kona Ice franchise in Anniston, Alabama, since 2019. Recognized in the Veteran category, Craig has built a business that’s all about community, family, and giving back. He was first drawn to Kona Ice for its fun, family-friendly vibe. However, he was further inspired by its strong focus on service, which resonated deeply with his own values.
Denny Sears, a 2025 Rock Star in the Multi-Unit Owner category, leads seven Snap-on Tools franchises in the Indianapolis region, a journey that began with a job in the company’s warehouse. After first becoming a franchisee in 1994, Denny returned to ownership in 2015, bringing with him years of field leadership experience and a passion for mentorship.
John Doyle, a proud Penn Station East Coast Subs franchise owner since 1988, is being recognized as a 2025 Rock Star in the Multi-Unit Owner category. Over the past 36 years, John has expanded his business to 10 locations across Ohio—from his first shop in Sharonville to his latest in Cleves, opening June 2024.
Even if you have a robust savings account, you’ll probably need more than that to launch a franchise. Your ability to qualify for a loan will determine whether you can start the business of your dreams—and sustain it. Beyond your initial investment, you’ll need enough money to cover day-to-day operations, salaries, and equipment costs. By understanding loan requirements and the latest franchise financing trends, you can carefully weigh options and meet lender requirements.
However, while franchise ownership can be one of the smartest paths to business ownership, it’s critical to understand the breakdown of costs for a franchise before diving in. Starting a franchise isn’t as simple as paying a fee and getting the keys to the front door. From upfront investments and ongoing royalties to less obvious expenses like technology fees and working capital, the actual cost of owning a franchise is much more complex than many first-time franchisees expect.
You may be surprised to learn that starting a business doesn’t have to come with a sky-high price tag. There are many franchise opportunities available for under $100,000, offering aspiring entrepreneurs a more accessible path to business ownership.
If you’re going to buy a franchise, be sure you understand all of the associated franchise costs. Let’s break down the main expenses you’ll encounter upfront and how to determine the amount you’ll need to finance. Much like buying a home, most entrepreneurs make a down payment on their franchise and finance the rest with a loan which they pay back over time.
Starting a franchise can be an exciting venture, but figuring out how to fund it can often feel overwhelming. In this webinar, Michelle Rowan, President of Franchise Business Review (FBR), and Jade Maloney, a franchise funding consultant with Benetrends Financial, discuss several key franchise financing options.
Every franchisee has their own story. Read about what brought them to a brand and what keeps them going along the journey of entrepreneurship.
The Franchise Business Review List of Rock Star Franchise owners celebrates franchisees that share an incredibly strong work ethic along with a deep passion for their business.
