Young Ones to Watch: Jason and Steven Parker

As Co-Founders and Co-CEO’s of K-9 Resorts Daycare & Luxury Hotel, Jason and Steven Parker are paving a unique way forward in the pet care industry

By Matthew DiazStaff Writer

SPONSOREDUpdated 2:14PM • 03/03/16

Jason and Steven Parker, co-founders and co-CEO’s of K-9 Resorts Daycare & Luxury Hotel, have made waves in the franchise space by creating a dog boarding concept that is revered as “The Ritz Carlton” of dog boarding. K-9 Resorts is currently the number one rated boarding facility in New Jersey and has been ranked among the top three facilities in the country by I Heart Dogs, a popular dog enthusiast website.

Why do you love franchising?

Franchising allows a successful and proven business to accelerate their growth by teaching others how to be successful in a different market.

What is the top challenge facing young people in franchising?

Financing is something that would be challenging for anyone, especially for a young person. Our advice is to ask the franchisor for help and find out if they have any relationships with lenders.

What is your dream position/goal?

Our goal is to have 100 stores open and be the #1 name in pet care in the nation.

To connect with Jason Parker on LinkedIn, click here.

To connect with Steven Parker on LinkedIn, click here.