Hand & Stone is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 331 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Eric Danver, a Franchisee of the Year, owns over 75 Hand & Stone spas through FGG Spa, LLC [[2026-09-08 Following Up With Eric Danver, a Franchisee of the Year (605c43)]] * Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa has debuted a refreshed brand identity and partnered with Black Bear's film Spa Weekend as its Official Relaxation Partner [[2026-08-20 Hand & Stone Invites America to “Just Relax” with Refreshed Brand Identity (9dd6dc)]] * The estimated initial investment to begin operation of a Hand & Stone franchise ranges from $320,891 to $864,729 [[2026-08-06 Hand & Stone Franchise Cost 2026 Fees, Profit and Support for the Spa Brand (2896af)]] * Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa has named Carrie Walsh as its new CEO, who plans to drive brand growth and operational excellence [[2026-07-24 Hand & Stone Franchise Names Carrie Walsh CEO (31bf70)]] * Hand & Stone is focusing on relaxation as its core brand promise, driven by a membership-based model and operational discipline [[2026-07-01 Why Hand & Stone Is Leaning Into Relaxation as the Focus, Not an Afterthought (807ad2)]] * Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa is offering incentives to attract multi-unit operators in Boston, Southern California, and the Bay Area [[2026-06-19 Hand & Stone offering incentives in 3 target markets (c216f5)]] * Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa has over 600 units and an average unit volume of $1.35 million [[2026-06-16 Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa Launches Royalty Rebates and Reduced Franchi (9ece9b)]] Filed under Beauty & Wellness / Spa & massage.
The role of franchise development executives has become even more invaluable during the COVID-19 crisis, as they nurture leads and guide candidates to decide whether a business ownership opportunity is right for them.
The massage industry is thriving as businesses begin to reopen amid COVID-19, with Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa seeing a higher rate of conversion to its membership program.
Franchise brands that win have a solid growth strategy in place, driven by leadership, core purpose, analytics, and strategic planning.
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa has exhibited flexibility and a nimbleness during the coronavirus pandemic, offering virtual discovery days.
Spa franchises are addressing health and sanitation concerns as states reopen, using resources from ISPA and CDC guidance to ensure a safe reopening.
Hand & Stone Franchise releases its 2020 FDD, outlining key metrics and terms for franchise investors, and is poised for substantial growth in 2020.
Franchise brands navigate disrupted supply chains, with frequent communication and planning key to success.
Hand & Stone’s membership model provides franchisees with a recurring revenue stream and stability during difficult times, such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hand & Stone Massage sees strong demand with 464 locations.
As states slowly start to reopen, franchisors and franchisees alike are implementing new strategies to make sure that franchisees, team members and customers are supported through a complex reopening process.
The spa industry is preparing to reopen after being mandated to close due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Interim HealthCare launches national nurses week campaign and remote learning mini lesson plan to honor Florence Nightingale and celebrate nurses nationwide.
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa offers a promotion to support franchisees during the COVID-19 pandemic, and implements measures to preserve liquidity, protect employees, and motivate members.
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa supported franchisees and massage therapists with enhanced communication and procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa targets Alberta for wider expansion in Canada, seeking to open 14 locations in the province and capitalize on its favorable labor market and regulations.
Eric Danver, a multi-brand franchisee, shares his experiences and plans during the COVID-19 pandemic, with his Papa John's locations keeping cash flowing.
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa receives awards with 450 units
Industry experts discuss why Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa is a good business ownership opportunity despite the pandemic.
Eric Danver, a multi-unit franchisee of Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, shares how he finds passion in his business and balances life and work.
Randall Henderson and Bob McQuillan discuss coronavirus impact on franchising
A franchisee shares their story of building a successful business, including their experiences with Hand & Stone and Papa John's.
Hand & Stone opens in Grand Rapids, Michigan with 10 treatment rooms.
Being able to continue to build a business that employs people and be a place to be proud to work for.
The U.S. health and wellness market is estimated at $32 billion.