Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa Ranked No. 8 on Forbes’ 2019 “Best Franchises To Buy” in the High Investment Category
Hand & Stone Massage ranked No. 8 on Forbes' 2019 best franchises list.
· 1851 Franchise· July 8, 2019
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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.
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Elements Massage discusses its ability to obtain similar volumes as major competitors at half the footprint through its efficient business model.
· 1851 Franchise· June 25, 2019
David Goldman Signs 3-Unit Boston Deal With Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
David Goldman signs 3-unit deal with Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa in Boston, Massachusetts, marking his entry into the luxury spa industry.
· 1851 Franchise· June 25, 2019
Forbes: Meet The New Burger Kings—And The Rest Of America’s Best (And Worst) Franchises To Buy In 2019
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa was named No. 8 on Forbes' "Best Franchises to Buy List" in the high investment category.
· 1851 Franchise· June 20, 2019
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa Pursues Further Development Opportunities in Kansas City
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa expands in Kansas City with 2 locations.
· 1851 Franchise· June 18, 2019
Huntsville, Alabama Welcomes First Hand & Stone Massage And Facial Spa
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa opened its first location in Huntsville, Alabama, with a franchise owner from a family of successful franchise owners.
· 1851 Franchise· June 18, 2019
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa Pinpoints Charlotte, North Carolina as Key Growth Market
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa identifies Charlotte, North Carolina as a key growth market for its spa and facial service offerings.
· 1851 Franchise· June 18, 2019
Massage Magazine: How To Continue Client’s Wellness Post Massage
Massage Magazine shares tips from a Hand & Stone corporate trainer on how clients can continue their wellness post-massage.
· 1851 Franchise· June 11, 2019
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa Pursues Further Development Opportunities in Kansas City
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa expands in Kansas City with two locations.
· 1851 Franchise· May 9, 2019
Service-Based Health & Wellness Franchises Are In Demand
Service-based health and wellness franchises, such as Hand and Stone Massage & Facial Spa, are in high demand, with growth rates exceeding the industry average.
· 1851 Franchise· May 9, 2019
Nancy Lanard
Nancy Lanard discusses her experience and awards in an interview.
· 1851 Franchise· April 1, 2019
North Carolina Hand & Stone Franchisees Eric and Christiana Anthony Blend Self- and Community-Care
Husband-and-wife duo Eric and Christiana Anthony own multiple Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa locations in North Carolina.
· 1851 Franchise· March 12, 2019
Hand and Stone’s Marketing Approach Puts Franchisees at the Forefront
Hand and Stone's marketing approach puts franchisees at the forefront, establishing an in-house agency that designs marketing and advertising plans.
· 1851 Franchise· February 28, 2019
Carmel Patch: Carmel Man Opens Local Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
A new Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa opens in Carmel, Indiana, with a franchisee who chose the brand for its cutting-edge industry practices.
· 1851 Franchise· February 20, 2019
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa Ranks No. 13 on Franchise Times’ “Fast & Serious” List
Hand & Stone Massage ranks No. 13 on Franchise Times list.
· 1851 Franchise· February 4, 2019
5 Reasons to Buy a Hand & Stone Franchise
Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa franchise offers a unique business opportunity for entrepreneurs, with a proven system and high-performing model.
· 1851 Franchise· January 31, 2019
How Hand & Stone Franchisees Benefit From Multiple Revenue Streams
Hand & Stone Franchisees benefit from multiple revenue streams, including a membership model that generates significant revenue for the brand,
· 1851 Franchise· January 30, 2019
You Signed on the Dotted Line. Now What?
New franchisees share their strategies for preparing for their grand opening, including training staff, managing finances, and marketing the business.
· 1851 Franchise· January 21, 2019
5 Characteristics of a Successful Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa Franchisee
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa identifies common attributes among its most successful franchisees, including a set of intangible characteristics.
· 1851 Franchise· January 10, 2019
Top Beauty and Wellness Franchises Over 50 Units
This article lists the top beauty and wellness franchises over 50 units, including companies like Hand and Stone and Massage Envy.
· 1851 Franchise· December 12, 2018
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Franchisees use localized social media content to connect with fans
· 1851 Franchise· October 25, 2018
Franchise Times: Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa featured in Top 200 Franchises
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa was named one of the top 200 franchises in the US by Franchise Times, based on global systemwide sales.
· 1851 Franchise· October 16, 2018
Texas’s First Hand and Stone Owners Reflect on Six Years with the Franchise
Tony and Brittany Rodgers reflect on six years with the Hand & Stone franchise, which has become a pillar of the local community in Texas.
· 1851 Franchise· October 3, 2018
From Technology to Health and Wellness, How One Couple Took The Leap and Joined Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa
One couple has taken the leap and joined Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa, with no experience in the health and wellness industry, and have built a thriving business of their dreams.
· 1851 Franchise· September 17, 2018