The Lash Lounge

The Lash Lounge introduces Korean Lash Lift and Brow Stain services.

Head to Toe Brands CEO Meg Roberts discusses scaling a beauty platform

For many first-time franchisees, the biggest challenge is building a business from the ground up.

In this issue’s feature on unit-level analytics and data, Helen Bond looks at how brands are transforming raw numbers into practical guidance that helps operators improve performance, strengthen unit economics, and build more profitable businesses.

As the first national lash brand to adopt LED/UV technology at scale, The Lash Lounge is addressing long-standing challenges in the lash industry, including extended adhesive cure times and sensitivity to traditional application methods.

Kristin Kidd leads Head to Toe Brands and owns School of Rock locations

The couple’s journey in franchising began with owning Frenchies in Ventura in 2022, and they opened a second studio in Santa Barbara in 2025.

This year, MassageLuXe will reach a milestone in the brand’s 18-year history.

Milan and Reshma Sharma's families have a long history of entrepreneurship, inspiring their decision to become Uni K franchisees.

Vya provides localized marketing technology to The Lash Lounge franchise

Boxwood Partners Managing Partner Patrick Galleher advises franchisees on private equity funding and exits, citing the importance of validating franchisees' financial performance and location expansion.

The Riverside Company acquired The Lash Lounge, a beauty and personal care services franchise.

Brandi Kloostra, Vice President of Digital Marketing at Franworth, discusses the importance of franchise marketing and its impact on businesses.

The Lash Lounge has 115+ locations with a $227,366-$505,345 investment.

The Lash Lounge is a premier eyelash salon franchise specializing in custom lash extensions, lash lifts, and more.

Reena Patel of The Lash Lounge is awarded Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association for her outstanding performance and contributions.

Uni K Wax Studios celebrates franchise owners who have revitalized existing studios, including Edwin Miranda, Brenda Nelson, and Richelly Perez.

HealthSource formed a strategic partnership with Franworth to focus on growth and franchisee profitability.

FGP Holding, LLC adds franchising veteran Meg Roberts to its Board of Directors, bringing over 14 years of franchising experience to the company.

Catherine Monson, CEO of FASTSIGNS International, Inc., will deliver a keynote at the International Franchise Association's Emerging Franchisor Virtual Event.

Franworth and Thryv host a leadership event on October 21.

The author reflected on the franchising industry's experience with the Paycheck Protection Program during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Eric Werner, a multi-brand franchisee, focuses on sustained recovery for future growth while navigating his Texas operations through Covid-19,

Covid-19 has shuttered the doors of every salon, but it has not dimmed the spirit of our company, our employees, or our enthusiastic clients.