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Cynthia’s Passion for Her Clients Garners a Featured Story on Great Day Houston KHOU 11
Pictured above: Cynthia Mora, Cristina Kooker (from Great Day Houston), and Almagul Bigaly at her business, Stretch Lab, where KHOU 11 filmed Almagul’s story. Four years ago, Almagul Bigaly moved to the United States with the dream of owning her...
Diversifying Your Business Ownership Portfolio Through Franchising
Franchise ownership isn’t always a singular goal for entrepreneurs or transitional executives looking to establish the second act of their career. While those are two of the most common franchise candidate profiles, there are others – including...
How a Corporate Layoff Changed My Life…
For this week’s blog post from FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma, we thought we’d change things up a little bit by getting personal. We feel it’s important for our clients – and our prospective clients – to know who we are, what motivates us, and how...
Exploring Side-Hustle Opportunities…Once the Kids are Back in School
In the franchising industry, there are plenty of myths to debunk. One of the more famous examples is the perception that franchises are just fast food establishments. In actuality, these quick-service restaurants only make up 24% of the nearly...
Register to Attend CFA’s Franchise Fundamentals Educational Series
There’s a very important educational series coming up next month that every prospective franchisee and/or franchisor needs to know about. Presented by the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA), it’s a three-week series of online courses – all...
Women & Franchising: What We Had to Say on the ‘Talking Confidence’ Podcast
Recently we, the dynamic duo at FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma, had the pleasure of appearing on the popular, ‘Talking Confidence’ podcast, hosted by our good friend, Holly Caplan. We met Holly several years ago at a National Association of Women...
Trendlines: Let’s Talk About California’s Economy
Part of our role as franchise consultants with FranNet of California is to monitor the current economic outlook in our state. We do our best to keep our finger on the pulse of the local economy because we know that it’s an important factor for...
Industry Experts Offer Opinions on Recession in Canada
News organizations in the U.S. have been obsessing as of late on whether the country will slip into a period of recession – the technical definition of which is two consecutive quarters of negative GDP growth. Q1 saw a 1.6% drop (that’s one) and...
Get the Facts: Tarrant County Small Business Workforce Recovery Grant Program
We do our best to keep our North Texas and Oklahoma entrepreneurial friends up to date, with news you can use – but we also have an eye on updates that affect current small business owners. In this edition of the FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma...
What to Do if You’re Downsized (Again)
All of the talk and attention being paid to the looming possibility of a recession can be a trigger for employees who have lived through one before. Unfortunately, one of the consequences of a down economy occurs when companies – almost as if on...
Laid off? Here are 9 Important Things to Do Right Away
Having your job eliminated is one of the worst hardships to endure. Regardless of how it’s described -- layoffs, pink slips, furloughs, or the more politically correct term, downsized, it’s an unpleasant experience that never gets any easier....
Recession-Resistant Franchise Concepts – An Explainer
We’ve discussed the possibility of a looming recession in the U.S. several times in the last few weeks and, by the end of this month, we should have an answer one way or the other. That is, whether or not our current conditions meet the technical...
Getting Clear on Your Business Model
Before joining FranNet, I was a multi-unit operator for one of the well-known national haircare brands, and I operated salons throughout Southwest Florida. The question I often get asked is: How did you find your way into that franchise, and how...
A Closer Look at Canada’s Millennial Franchisors
Franchising – it’s not just for Boomers anymore. While that statement might make for an interesting bumper sticker, there’s quite a bit of truth at stake. In fact, according to Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) data, approximately a third of all...
Recession in Texas? Experts Weigh the Odds…and What Happens Next
On the heels of last week’s announcement that inflation rose yet again last month, economic experts are becoming increasingly worried that the U.S. – and the state of Texas – are about to enter a period of recession. Many agree that a recession,...
U.S. Recession – Will It, or Won’t It Happen?
America seems to be holding its collective breath at the moment, wondering whether or not we’re about to go through the dreaded “R” word, Recession. Applying only a strict economic definition, a recession occurs when the U.S. experiences a fall in...
Texans Starting New Businesses at a Record Rate Since the Pandemic
If you’re thinking about an entrepreneurial future in Texas, you’re not alone. At least according to the U.S. Census Bureau, the agency that tracks statistics related to new business filings by state. How did Texans fare in the two years going back...
FranNet Broker Profile: Meet Gary Prenevost
For over three decades, FranNet has been the franchising industry’s market leader when it comes to consulting and helping entrepreneurs become business owners. What’s behind this success? Our people, and there’s perhaps no better example of our...
A Few Fun Facts About Independence Day in America
Next Monday is when America celebrates Independence Day, our annual July 4 holiday. While most people will first be thankful that this date created the perfect three-day weekend, it’s important to understand what Independence Day is truly about. As...
Industry Update: SBA Proposes Changes to Popular Franchise Loan Option
FRANdata is one of FranNet’s most valuable partners, routinely offering some of the franchising industry’s most helpful and effective advice. The organization is a purveyor of market research and insights into industry dynamics, brand measurement...
Recent Pew Survey Finds Franchising is a Refuge for Those Who Quit Their Jobs
We’ve discussed the Great Resignation several times before, primarily because it’s such an intriguing phenomenon to consider. We know that the number of Americans who’ve quit their jobs in the last 18 months is in the tens of millions. We know that...
Why You Shouldn’t Overlook Emerging Franchise Brands
Every entrepreneur is familiar with the phrase, “…getting in on the ground floor.” But what does that mean in the world of franchising? Welcome to a sector of brands and concepts known as emerging franchise brands. Emerging brands typically meet...
How Might a Recession Affect Your Franchise Ownership Plans
Will we or won’t we? The economy continues to send mixed signals, with unemployment at a record low percentage, but inflation at record highs. Everything is still framed in the recovery period prompted by the pandemic, making this the strangest of...
A Closer Look at Franchising in the Health and Beauty Industry
Health and beauty is an industry that’s teeming with opportunity – and franchising isn’t missing out on the action. Canada is holding their own on the world stage with franchise options galore. Some of the frontrunners in the world of health and...
Is Your Job Role Expanding? Why Not Expand it Further…for Yourself.
Stop us if you’ve heard this one before, but has your job gotten even busier? Do you find yourself with an ever-increasing workload and a decreasing amount of time and resources to complete your tasks? Guess what – you’re not alone. Corporate...
Say What? Franchise Statistics Reveal the Industry’s Reach
The franchising industry is a booming business sector. The market has been bullish for quite some time now, only to be bolstered by the pandemic and the ensuing Great Resignation in the past couple of years. It shouldn’t come as a surprise to those...
A Few Words About Memorial Day
On Monday, May 30, the nation will celebrate Memorial Day. Traditionally, this three-day weekend is a time of family gatherings, picnics, parades, and even fireworks. It’s known for being an optimal time of the year for grilling out – usually hot...
Need Funding? Current Outlook for Financing Your Franchise
To get a better read on the current outlook for financing the purchase of a franchise, it’s helpful to review the findings and takeaways now that all of the major lending institutions have completed their first-quarter earnings reports. Compared to...
Generation Next: Franchising Skews Toward Millennials
Move over, Boomers, there’s a new generation in town when it comes to interest in franchising. At least according to some very interesting research conducted by Franchise Insights. A leading firm that produces actionable intelligence, Franchise...
Check In: The Latest Economic Indicators for North Texas
For those considering the opportunity to launch a business of their own through franchising, it’s important to keep your finger on the pulse of our local economic indicators. Following the national trends, including the stock market and inflation,...
Upcoming Webinar: Franchising Opportunities for the Next Generation
Mark your calendars and make plans to join FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma this Thursday, May 12 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. CDT as we present another action-packed webinar entitled, “Franchising Opportunities for the Next Generation.” This is a free,...
Meet a ‘Mompreneur’: Almagul Bigaliyeva
I’m Cynthia Mora, FranNet Consultant of Houston, Texas. I was fortunate to work with Almagul Bigaliyeva and see her dreams turn into reality. Almagul is a mother and the franchise owner of StretchLab of Kingwood, Texas. See her testimonial. She...
Meet the ‘Mompreneurs’: Danielle Roberts
I’m Cynthia Mora, FranNet Consultant of Houston, Texas. This Mother’s Day, I’m putting the focus on a couple of my clients who embody the “Mompreneur” lifestyle. Danielle Roberts is a mother of three daughters and the franchise owner of Blue Moon...
Review: Winners of 2022 CFA Awards of Excellence in Franchising
Last month, the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) held their national convention in Ottowa, Ontario, culminating in a gala to celebrate the best in Canadian franchising with the CFA Awards of Excellence. Through entry submissions, more than 70...
Impact of Labor Shortages on Franchising
Despite the current level of concern on inflationary pressure, the U.S. economy appears robust by almost any measure. Especially considering the amount of job openings and the current unemployment rate – which stands at the lowest level in decades,...
Meet the ‘Mompreneurs’: Stormie Caldwell
I’m Diana Trondsen, FranNet’s Market President for Houston and the Gulf Coast Region. This Mother’s Day, I’m putting the focus on a couple of my clients who embody the “Mompreneur” lifestyle. Stormie Caldwell is a mother, grandmother, and the...
Tribute to My Mother’s Influence in My Life: Lessons I Learned…
This Mother’s Day, as a tribute to my mother’s influence in my life, I wanted to share the story of my own entrepreneurial journey. While growing up, she gave me lots of advice and taught me so many valuable lessons. As I recall the values I...
Business & Franchise Ownership: Everything You Need to Know
Have you ever considered, “Starting a Business May Be Safer than Having a Job”? Today, that’s our job. While that statement may sound counterintuitive to some, it’s become a reality for millions with regard to the state of the economy over the...
5 Stats That Prove Franchising is “Open for Opportunity”
As America continues to make progress in a post-pandemic world, the International Franchise Association (IFA) wants people to know that franchising is “Open for Opportunity.” To help sustain the effort to promote franchising, the IFA, of which...
The Ins and Outs of Marketing and Promoting Your Business
Once entrepreneurs have crossed the dividing line between wanting to own a business to operating one, it’s important to focus on marketing and promoting your new franchise establishment. There are some franchise brands who prefer to help...
How Franchise Taxes Work in Canada
Updated March 2025 “Canadian franchises contribute over $120 billion CAD per year to the Canadian economy and create jobs for almost 2 million Canadians.” Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) Franchising is a strong and growing sector in Canada’s...
The Value of FranNet’s Networking Resources on the Local Level
As consultants with FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma, our specialty is helping entrepreneurs locate and investigate the right business opportunity through franchising. Many of our clients have shared their individual stories on our recurring podcast...
Celebrate Lawn & Garden Month With These Exciting Franchises
Spring has officially sprung in the Lone Star State, as evidenced by the end of overnight freezes, high pollen counts, and the unpredictability of North Texas’ storm season. April is also for celebrating National Lawn and Gardening Month, set aside...
A Closer Look at the Franchising Industry in Canada
Updated February 2025 “Franchising is the 12th largest industry in Canada and the second largest franchise industry in the world.” (Canadian Franchise Association - CFA) There is no doubt that franchising plays a significant role in the Canadian...
Spring Cleaning: Don’t Miss This Exciting Webinar on April 14
Welcome to April, a time when many households break out the brooms, mops, dust rags, and cleansers to participate in an annual event we loosely refer to as “Spring Cleaning.” This is the one time each year when we don’t just sweep dirt under the...
Franchising First-Timers: 6 Things to Know Before You Begin Your Search
If you’re one of franchising’s “first-timers,” take heart. You’re about to embark on an unforgettable journey to entrepreneurship. If successful, you may very well end up becoming your own boss – in charge of your destiny, your schedule, and your...
Another Entrepreneurial Journey: Meet Bob & Nelly Sammons
With the assistance of Cynthia Mora, Franchise Consultant with FranNet of Houston, Bob and Nelly Sammons are making their entrepreneurial dream come true – owning a business that’s all their own. The couple is ready to share their franchise...
Buying a Franchise in Canada – What You Need to Know
{Updated January 2024} Franchising has proven to be a resilient industry in Canada. According to Franchise Canada Online, it is currently the 12th largest industry in the country with the income from franchising representing $120 billion....
The Pandemic-Era Small Business Boom – What it Means for Franchising
In case you’ve been living under a rock, or completely cut off from all the positive business news that’s swirling around, we have some updates for you. Yes, despite the caution given to rising inflationary pressure, the environment for small...
FranNet Shares the Best Takeaways from the IFA’s 2022 Economic Outlook Report
Each year, the International Franchise Association (IFA) and FRANdata, two valuable FranNet partners, issue their annual economic outlook report. The 2022 edition was recently released and FranNet has reviewed the contents to bring you the key...
The Best Takeaways from the IFA’s Economic Outlook Report
Each year, our industry eagerly awaits the release of the International Franchise Association’s (IFA) Economic Outlook Report. The much-anticipated predictions were made public a couple of weeks ago and FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma is here to...
FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma: Celebrating the Women of Franchising
This is a special week – and month – set aside to celebrate the women of franchising, and women in general. Tuesday, March 8 is International Women's Day, which just so happens to be during March’s Women’s History Month. What is this all about? And...
FranNet of Canada Celebrates International Women’s Day
Tuesday, March 8 is International Women’s Day, a global celebration of the achievements and accomplishments of females. International Women’s Day, or “IWD” has a declared mission to help spread a message of unity for gender equity and equality in...
Explained: Roles of Franchisor and Franchisee Defined
As an industry, there are times when we need to return to the basic understanding of franchising and how the roles of franchisor and franchisee interconnect. This helps us accommodate the many first-timers, just learning about becoming their own...
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Consultant Disclaimer: FranNet’s franchise consultants own and independently operate each office throughout the FranNet system.
FranNet Brand Disclaimer: *There are over 4,000 franchise brands out there for you to choose from but FranNet has made the process much easier to find the right fit for you. We have a variety of franchisors in our portfolio in almost every industry. Our distinguished FranNet Certified Brands have completed our vetting process**. Your consultant can let you know what franchises are currently available in your area.
**Please note that the information and opinions expressed by the Franchisor are those of the Franchisor. FranNet, LLC makes no claim, promise, or guarantee of any kind regarding the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the information disclosed by the Franchisor. FranNet Clients are instructed to conduct their own independent investigation of the investment opportunity. FranNet assumes no liability for the statements and opinions stated by our Franchisor partners orally or in writing.
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