International Franchise Association — page 19

Ronnell Bryant, a former military officer, has acquired and operates a Lennys Grill & Subs location in Charlotte with his son.

Prospective franchisees should ask key questions before buying a franchise, including factors that create a successful fit between franchisee and franchisor.

Sport Clips Haircuts founder and CEO Gordon Logan made continual improvement a way of life, designing a one-of-a-kind haircut experience,

Will Mayhew, Jr. opens his first Signal 88 Security site in Pomona, Calif., with the ambition to provide security services to the revitalized community.

Eric and Rita Blackwell own and operate a Mosquito Joe franchise in South Carolina.

Colleen and K.C. Belitz and Tracie and Rick Chochon, a couple, partner to take over the Sylvan Learning Center in Columbus, Nebraska, combining their education and management experience.

Rhett Thomas, a Right at Home franchisee, opens his business in Newark and Union City, California, citing his desire to provide in-home care services to the local community.

The Cleaning Authority franchisee Joe Roth launches a new location in central Iowa, citing the growing demand for convenient home cleaning services.

Blake Heaton is combining his experience in sales and home improvement projects to bring Miracle Method to the Tempe, AZ community as a franchisee.

Danny Kidd, a Pita Pit franchisee, shares his background and plans to open a Pita Pit location in downtown Louisville, emphasizing the brand's fresh and customizable ingredients.

Chris and Tasha Martz became Right at Home franchisees, combining their experience in senior care and education to provide in-home care services.

John Chase, a former financial services professional, partners with The Cleaning Authority to bring a high-quality cleaning service to his community.

Andrew Fisher and Jason O'Neill team up to expand Mosquito Joe in Atlanta, with Fisher serving as the franchisee.

Chad Vincent, a former Air Force and law enforcement officer, is succeeding as a Signal 88 Security franchisee in Oklahoma City, helping the community through nightly protection services.

Catherine Monson, CEO of CyberSecJobs, shares her journey to the top of the franchise industry, starting from a young age working in her family's small mom-and-pop preschool business.

Franchisee John Waskow opens the first WORKOUT ANYTIME location in Texas, citing the brand's simple business model and passion for health and fitness as key motivators.

Khyati Patel, a certified Phlebotomist, opens an ARCpoint Labs location in Tampa, returning to her professional roots in the medical industry.

Growing up, Thompson was very much a citizen of the world. Her father, a member of the United States Army, was stationed all around the globe, bringing his wife and children with him.

Venezuelan couple German and Rosa Diaz will open a new The Cleaning Authority franchise in the Port Orange, Florida area, with their daughter Ana acting as manager.

Your Pie franchisees Robert Esteves and Steve Pearce are teaming up to bring five locations to the Richmond area, with a focus on local partnerships and community involvement.

Mosquito Joe franchisees Brandon Bradley and Ryan Stemlachers plan to open a mosquito prevention and protection service in Gwinnett County on April 1st.

The International Franchise Association's Women's Franchise Committee and FranNet partner to educate women about franchise opportunities.

Jimmy Turner, a former franchise support representative, becomes a franchisee with Christian Brothers Automotive after appreciating the brand's family values and commitment to service.

Sharon Weeden, a former bank president, will open a Right At Home franchise in Tallahassee, leveraging her community involvement and management experience.