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For a long time, franchising was viewed as a male-dominated industry.<div style=" ">But times change&#8212;and so too has that perception. In recent years, as more and more women have entered the workforce in record numbers, a growing percentage of them are taking the entrepreneurial route to success.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">Over the past five years, the amount of women entering the franchising sector has increased 45 percent. <a href="http://emarket.franchise.org/MinorityReport2011.pdf?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">According to the International Franchise Association</a>, women now own more than 21 percent of all franchise businesses, and an added 43 percent of franchised businesses are co-owned and operated by men and women together. These numbers paint a telling picture&#8212;the gender gap is shrinking. All over the country, women are emerging as leaders within the franchise industry, and they&#8217;re not only leading, but also prospering in businesses across all sectors.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">It takes strong leadership to run a franchise network of hundreds of thousands of independent businesses. These female executives are up to the task.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><img border="0" width="1" height="1" src="file:///C:/Users/Megan/AppData/Local/Temp/msohtmlclip1/01/clip_image001.png" alt="https://ssl.gstatic.com/ui/v1/icons/mail/images/cleardot.gif" "picture_x0020_1"="" />Susan Boresow &#8211; President of <a href="http://titlefranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TITLE Boxing Club</a> <div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">As a marketing-industry leader, Susan Boresow has steered brand vision for some of the most-recognized names in franchising, including McDonald&#8217;s, Sport Clips, Cold Stone Creamery, Pump it Up and Godfather&#8217;s Pizza. Most recently, she served as the chief marketing officer for the membership-based therapeutic massage giant, Massage Envy.&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">In 2015, Boresow was named the new president of Title Boxing Club, where she was tasked with the important job of formulating and developing strategies that will help guide the direction and evolution of the brand, strengthen franchisee relationships and evolve TITLE Boxing Club&#8217;s vision and mission.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div>Jania Bailey &#8211; CEO of <a href="http://www.frannet.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FranNet</a> <div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">Jania Bailey has more than 25 years of experience in the banking and franchise industries. For more than eight years, Bailey worked with Fantastic Sams International, a hair care franchise. It was there that she served as the regional manager and oversaw operational support and development for franchisees in a five-state region.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">In 2006, Bailey was named the president of FranNet, and by early 2015, she was promoted to CEO. Bailey has led FranNet to be recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest-growing privately held companies in the U.S. She has also received numerous industry accolades, including the Bell Award for &#8220;Outstanding Volunteerism in the Workplace&#8221; and St. Matthews Business and Professional Women Organization&#8217;s &#8220;Woman of Achievement Award.&#8221; In 2013, Bailey was also named the winner of SCORE&#8217;s Lou Campanelli Award, which recognizes outstanding leadership, volunteerism, vision and philanthropy in support of small business&#8212;familiar territory for Bailey, since FranNet is a leader in matching individuals with franchise opportunities.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div>Terri Snyder &#8211; Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of <a href="http://checkersfranchising.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Checkers &amp; Rally&#8217;s</a> <div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">Terri Snyder has 30 years of marketing experience in food service, including Pizza Hut, Domino&#8217;s and TGI Friday&#8217;s. Over the years, she&#8217;s helped to craft brand identities, advertising messages, public relations campaigns and new product innovations for multiple marquee chains in the casual dining and quick service restaurant segments.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">Since April 2007, Snyder has served <a href="http://checkers.1851franchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Checkers &amp; Rally&#8217;s</a> as its chief marketing officer and executive vice president. Since taking the wheel, she has played a vital role in helping to enhance the customer experience each and every time a person visits a Checkers restaurant. Under her watch, the more than 800-unit brand has received some of the restaurant industry&#8217;s most prestigious awards, including &#8220;Best Drive-Thru in America&#8221; from QSR Magazine and the &#8220;Hot! Again&#8221; award from Nation&#8217;s Restaurant News.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">Amy Cheng &#8211; Founding Partner of <a href="http://www.chengcohen.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cheng Cohen, LLC</a></div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">Amy Cheng is a founding partner of Cheng Cohen, LLC&#8212;a nine-year-old full-service boutique law firm that provides franchisors, licensors and manufacturers the comprehensive legal services needed to get their products and services marketed efficiently and economically. Cheng helps to represent clients of all sizes, from start-ups to mature companies with multi-national operations.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">Cheng&#8217;s hard work hasn&#8217;t gone unnoticed&#8212;she was named a &#8220;Legal Eagle&#8221; by the Franchise Times, recognized by Who&#8217;s Who Legal, Leading Lawyers, Chambers and Partners and selected by her peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers of America and is The Best Lawyers&#8217; 2014 Chicago Franchise Law &#8220;Lawyer of the Year.&#8221;</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div>Melanie Bergeron &#8211; Chair of <a href="https://franchise.twomenandatruck.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TWO MEN AND A TRUCK*</a> <div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">In 1989, Melanie Bergeron was awarded the first <a href="http://twomenandatruck.1851franchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TWO MEN AND A TRUCK&#174;</a> franchise in Atlanta, Georgia. It wasn&#8217;t long thereafter that Bergeron joined the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK&#174; home office in Lansing, Michigan, where she assumed the role of president in 1994. Since then, she&#8217;s helped to grow the brand both domestically and internationally to more than 330 locations worldwide&#8212;all supported by a strong system of nearly 8,000 employees.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">In 2015, Bergeron also assumed the role of chairwoman of the International Franchise Association, where she worked tirelessly to defend and promote the franchise business model.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div>Danessa Itaya &#8211; Vice President of <a href="http://www.maidright.com/franchising/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maid Right</a> <div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">Danessa Itaya is the Vice President of <a href="http://maidright.1851franchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maid Right</a> Franchising LLC. In this role, Itaya is responsible for developing and growing the brand&#8217;s two tiered franchise system. Before joining Maid Right in early 2013, she worked with Molly Maid since 1994, where she held a variety of roles including vice president and senior director of operations and vice president of training.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div>Jena Henderson &#8211; Vice President of Brand Services for <a href="http://saladworksfranchising.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Saladworks</a> <div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">As the Vice President of Brand Services for <a href="http://saladworks.1851franchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Saladworks</a>, Jena Henderson has helped transform and re-energize the 29-year-old brand. A part of Saladworks since 2005, Henderson has watched the brand roll out new-and-improved development plans to accelerate growth both nationally and internationally, which included the launch of a new menu and a revamped store design.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">Before joining Saladworks, Henderson worked at Amazon Systems LLC as their director of operations.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div>Tara Riley &#8211; President of <a href="http://www.freshcoatfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fresh Coat* Painters</a> <div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">Boasting more than 30 years of experience as a senior executive, Tara Riley is now leading one of the fastest growing painting companies in the world. President of <a href="http://freshcoat.1851franchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fresh Coat</a> since 2014, Riley has been helping the brand charge forward throughout the U.S., and today, there are more than 130 locations throughout 35 states.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">Riley&#8217;s greatest success lies in creating profitable growth for brands. Leading teams in a variety of business models, Riley has experience working within global franchise icons such as McDonald&#8217;s and other much younger high-growth brands. Before joining Fresh Coat, Riley served as vice president of the Comfort Keeper&#8217;s senior care brand.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div>Rhoda Olsen &#8211; CEO of <a href="http://www.greatclips.com/about-us/own-a-great-clips-franchise?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Great Clips</a> <div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">Rhoda Olsen joined the <a href="http://greatclips.1851franchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Great Clips</a> executive team in 1987 when the brand was a regional chain of 180 salons owned by three partners. When she became Great Clips&#8217; CEO in 2011 (after previously serving as president and chief operations officer in 1998), she brought with her more than 20 years of executive leadership experience. Under her watch, Great Clips grew from 1,000 salons in 1998 to more than 3,800 in 2015. Today, Olsen&#8217;s focus is on building a legacy brand though continued collaboration and strong relationships with Great Clips franchisees.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">Last year, Olsen was named the 2015 Executive of the Year by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal&#8212;a top honor from the Minnesota business community.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div>Shelly Sun &#8211; CEO and co-founder of <a href="http://franchise.brightstarcare.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=women-leaders-in-franchising-these-women-are-defining-their-own-paths-and-changing-the-franchise-landscape-4419" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BrightStar Care</a> <div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">In 2009, Sun was selected as the International Franchise Association&#8217;s Entrepreneur of the Year for 2009, becoming not only the youngest recipient of this impressive award, but also only the second female recipient. In 2011, Sun was also recognized by the Women Presidents Organization and American Express Open as No. 1 in their Top 50 Fastest-Growing Women-Led Organizations.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div><div style=" ">Shelly Sun is the CEO and co-founder of BrightStar Care. When the company was first launched in 2002, it was the first and only franchising company in the country to specialize in both medical and non-medical care and health care staffing. For more than 13 years, Sun has guided the rapid and strategic growth of BrighStar Care from one corporate-owned location in 2005, to more than 260 locations nationwide.</div><div style=" ">&nbsp;</div>

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<a href="https://hardeesfranchising.com/">Hardee’s</a>, a 65-year-old burger chain best known for its Thickburgers and breakfast biscuits, is facing a fast-moving round of closures driven by a franchise dispute rather than a bankruptcy filing.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.inc.com/ava-levinson/hardees-shutting-dozens-restaurants/91282586">Inc. recently reported that</a> 77&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-hardees-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721286">Hardee’s</a> restaurants are expected to close within two weeks as one of the brand’s largest franchisees exits the system.&nbsp;According to the report, Hardee’s is suing&nbsp;<a href="https://www.arcburger.com/">ARC Burger</a> — a franchise operator owned by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.highbluffcap.com/">High Bluff Capital Partners</a> — alleging the company fell behind on required payments and other contract obligations. Twenty-eight locations had already gone dark as of late December, with remaining sites scheduled to shutter across eight states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Missouri, Montana, South Carolina and Wyoming.&nbsp;At the center of the complaint is the franchising “stack” of ongoing fees and pass-through costs that keep a system running. ARC Burger allegedly owes more than $6.5 million, including royalties, advertising fund contributions, technology and training fees, rent and taxes, and that payments stopped in December 2024. Hardee’s also argued in the lawsuit that the franchisee’s cash flow was not being used to bring accounts current.&nbsp;Hardee’s, for its part, is framing the shutdowns as a contractual enforcement issue, not a brand-wide retrenchment. “These closures are a result of ARC Burger’s failure to cure its defaults under its franchise agreements, despite solid sales,” a Hardee’s spokesperson said.&nbsp;The situation highlights a familiar franchising pressure point: unit economics. Inc. reported that Hardee’s operates more than 1,800 U.S. restaurants and that average annual sales per location are less than $1.2 million, well below averages cited for&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-wendys-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2722520">Wendy’s</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/how-much-does-it-cost-to-buy-a-mcdonalds-franchise-2724654#stories">McDonald’s</a>. Lower volumes can leave franchisees with less room to absorb higher labor, food and occupancy costs while staying current on fees.&nbsp;Hardee’s said it is working to limit fallout for workers and communities and is looking for ways to reopen closed restaurants. For franchising, the next chapter will likely involve finding replacement operators, transferring sites and rebuilding compliance — a reminder that franchise growth depends as much on franchisee solvency and execution as it does on consumer demand.Read the original article&nbsp;<a href="https://www.inc.com/ava-levinson/hardees-shutting-dozens-restaurants/91282586">here</a>.Want to learn more about how 1851 helps franchisees find the right franchise opportunity? Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.1851growthclub.com">www.1851growthclub.com</a> and start your journey.

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<a href="https://www.yum.com/wps/portal/yumbrands/Yumbrands/">Yum! Brands</a> is considering a potential sale of Pizza Hut and plans to close 250 underperforming U.S. locations, according to a&nbsp;<a href="https://simplywall.st/stocks/us/consumer-services/nyse-yum/yum-brands/news/yum-brands-weighs-pizza-hut-sale-as-portfolio-reset-accelera">recent article on Simply Wall St</a>. For the franchising industry, the significance is less about the stock and more about what it says about how large franchisors are managing brand portfolios in a high-cost operating environment.<a href="https://1851franchise.com/pizza-hut-franchise-deep-dive-2722519">Pizza Hut</a> is one of the most recognizable names in franchising. If Yum! decides to sell it, that would be a notable shift for a company built on a multi-brand platform. For years, large brand groups have argued that operating multiple concepts creates advantages, including shared resources, stronger purchasing power and the ability to invest in technology across the system. A sale would suggest Yum! believes those benefits no longer outweigh the effort required to improve Pizza Hut’s performance.The planned closures may have the most immediate impact on franchisees. When a franchisor reduces its footprint, it can change how the brand performs in local markets. Fewer locations can mean less convenience for customers, which can hurt overall traffic. It can also weaken the effect of local advertising when there are fewer restaurants supporting promotions in the same trade area.Closures can also affect store-level economics in ways that go beyond the locations that shut down. In some markets, remaining franchisees may pick up some displaced demand. In others, customers may switch to competitors. The changes can also affect local co-op advertising budgets and, depending on how purchasing and distribution are structured, can influence costs tied to volume.The move comes as competition in pizza remains intense, with&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-dominos-pizza-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2725506">Domino’s</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-papa-johns-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724607">Papa Johns</a> continuing to push delivery, digital ordering and value-focused offers. Simply Wall St notes Yum! has been rolling out its Byte digital platform across brands. If Yum! changes Pizza Hut’s role in the portfolio, it could also change where the company focuses its technology and marketing investment.For franchise systems watching from the outside, Yum!’s review is a reminder that growth is not always the main priority. Sometimes the bigger decision is whether a legacy brand can be improved inside a platform or whether it will perform better under a different owner and a different plan.Read the original article&nbsp;<a href="https://simplywall.st/stocks/us/consumer-services/nyse-yum/yum-brands/news/yum-brands-weighs-pizza-hut-sale-as-portfolio-reset-accelera">here</a>.Want to learn more about how 1851 helps franchisees find the right franchise opportunity? Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.1851growthclub.com">www.1851growthclub.com</a> and start your journey.

Yum! is reviewing the brand and closing 250 U.S. locations, a move that could affect franchisees and reshape its restaurant portfolio.

<a href="https://www.mcpfunds.com/">Monomoy Capital Partners</a> has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-jiffy-lube-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2720873">Jiffy Lube International</a> from Shell for&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mcpfunds.com/news/monomoy-capital-partners-signs-definitive-agreement-to-acquire-jiffy-lube-from-shell/">approximately $1.3 billion</a>.Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, Jiffy Lube helped pioneer the fast oil change industry and today operates more than 2,000 service centers across North America. The brand serves roughly 19 million customers each year and has expanded beyond its core oil change service to include a broader range of automotive maintenance offerings, such as brake, battery and tire services through its Jiffy Lube Multicare model. Over the past four decades,&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/advice-from-a-multi-unit-franchisee-steve-isom-jiffy-lube-2726482">the company has built a significant franchise network</a> that has helped maintain its position as a leader in the quick-service automotive maintenance sector.“Few brands have the heritage and scale of Jiffy Lube,” said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-mlotek-344a795">Lee Mlotek</a>, managing director of Monomoy, in a press release. “As the original pioneer of the fast oil change, Jiffy Lube reshaped the industry and remains the market leader today. We are incredibly excited to partner with our franchisees to enhance the customer experience and value proposition that has made Jiffy Lube a trusted name for generations.”The private equity firm, which manages more than $5.3 billion in assets across its investment funds, has a history of investing in middle-market manufacturing, distribution and service companies.&nbsp;The deal also reflects a broader trend of&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/why-franchising-and-private-equity-make-such-a-good-match-2720921">private equity investment in franchising</a>, as institutional investors increasingly view franchise systems as attractive platforms for long-term growth. Franchise brands often combine predictable revenue streams, strong brand equity and scalable expansion models, making them appealing targets for private equity firms seeking stable cash flow and opportunities for operational improvement.&nbsp;Read the original press release&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mcpfunds.com/news/monomoy-capital-partners-signs-definitive-agreement-to-acquire-jiffy-lube-from-shell/">here</a>.&nbsp;Want to learn more about how 1851 helps franchisees find the right franchise opportunity? Visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.1851growthclub.com">www.1851growthclub.com</a> and start your journey.

Monomoy Capital Partners’ acquisition from Shell positions the iconic automotive service franchise for independent growth across its 2,000-location North American network.

According to a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260312305776/en/RF-Expands-Residential-and-Commercial-Services-Portfolio-with-Investment-in-Precision-Garage-Door-Service-Franchisee">recent release</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://rf-partners.com/">RF Investment Partners</a>, a group focused on flexible capital solutions and value-add support to lower-middle-market businesses, has teamed up with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.burlingtoncp.us/">Burlington Capital Partners</a>, a group focused on family, founder and operator-owned lower-middle-market businesses, to acquire a prominent multi-territory&nbsp;<a href="https://franchise.neighborly.com/precision-door">Precision Garage Door Service</a> franchise.The investment marks the seventh platform for RF within the service space. Precision Garage Door Service, which is part of the larger&nbsp;<a href="https://www.neighborly.com/">Neighborly</a> ecosystem, specializes in the installation, maintenance and repair of garage doors.&nbsp;“We are proud to partner with management and the Burlington team to support continued growth by investing in people and operational excellence,”&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-fidler-6787143">Peter Fidler</a>, managing partner and co-founder of RF Investment Partners, said in the release. “The sector continues to present compelling opportunities given the essential nature of garage door repair, and we look forward to building on Precision’s strong foundation to drive long-term value.”This deal is part of the broader trend toward institutionalized multi-unit and multi-territory operators. Previously, franchising was largely viewed as the place for “mom-and-pop” businesses. And while franchises remain small, local businesses, the aggressive entry of private equity firms focused on operators (franchisees) rather than the brand (franchisor) is bringing new energy to small business ownership.Read the full release&nbsp;<a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260312305776/en/RF-Expands-Residential-and-Commercial-Services-Portfolio-with-Investment-in-Precision-Garage-Door-Service-Franchisee">here</a>.Want to learn more about how 1851 helps franchisees find the right franchise opportunity? Visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.1851growthclub.com">www.1851growthclub.com</a> and start your journey.

The strategic investment marks the seventh residential services platform for RF and reflects a growing institutional desire for high-potential, operator-led franchises.

How much can franchisees make? It’s a question many prospective owners ask before investing in a franchise. While earnings tend to be driven by variables such as industry, location and general management skills, a proper understanding of the key factors driving profitability can help franchise owners develop expectations that are realistic.&nbsp;Multi-unit franchisee&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mangesh-patel-9368569/">Mangesh Patel</a>, who’s readying the launch of six&nbsp;<a href="https://www.beefobradysfranchise.com/">Beef ‘O’ Brady’s</a> restaurant locations in the Macon, Georgia area, shares insights from his franchising experience.<h2>Understanding Franchise Income</h2>Keeping operational costs in check can have a major impact on overall earnings. Taking a proactive approach to expenses such as food and labor, as well as payroll and scheduling, can help align actual franchise income with general expectations for the business.“I just had a meeting with a couple of people, and they said, ‘You talked about a 25% profit margin, but I’m only doing 12%.’ So, I looked at the figures they sent me,” Patel said. “Their&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/calculate-restaurant-franchise-profit-2730476">restaurant</a> food cost was running at 37%, which should be around 30%. The national average is about 32%. If I do things correctly, my average food cost needs to be at or below 30%. And payroll should run around 18%. But many people run 25 to 28%.”So,&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/unraveling-franchise-earnings-how-much-can-you-really-make-2723935">how much can franchisees make</a>? Here are five areas to consider.<h2>Practical Tips for Prospective Franchisees</h2><ol><li>Control Costs From Day One:&nbsp;It’s important to monitor payroll, food and supply costs closely. Overstaffing and inefficiencies can quickly reduce profits.</li><li>Plan For The Opening Surge:&nbsp;Traffic within the first few months of opening is likely to be higher. It’s important to adjust staffing and inventory accordingly, and pay close attention to how those levels change as time goes on.</li><li>Invest In Training:&nbsp;Properly trained workers can help reduce waste and improve overall service, which has a direct effect on net income.</li><li>Understand Your Market:&nbsp;Each market is unique and revenue potential will vary depending upon location, demographics and competition.</li><li>Track Metrics Regularly:&nbsp;Food cost percentages, labor ratios and weekly sales data act as key indicators operations may need to be adjusted.</li></ol><h2>What Profitability Really Comes Down To</h2>Patel notes that if franchise owners manage labor and costs properly, it’s not impossible to achieve strong cash flow even in the first year, bucking some franchising trends.So,&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/how-much-can-you-make-as-a-franchise-owner-2724761">how much can franchisees make</a>? While results tend to vary, careful planning, disciplined operations and a proactive approach to assessing initial costs are essential. But by grasping and guiding the elements that drive franchise profitability, franchise owners can maximize overall business earnings, scaling a business that’s sustainable financially over the long term.Want to learn more about franchise opportunities on 1851 Franchise? Be sure to visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/power-rankings">Power Rankings</a> to read more on brands making moves.

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The automotive industry continues to show resilience, and its growth is largely driven by steady demand for accessible, high-quality car care. The United States automotive service market was valued at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/united-states-automotive-service-market">over $199 billion this year</a>, and it’s expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 5.98% over the next five years, representing a projected value of over $266 billion by 2030.For entrepreneurs, this stability and the variety of opportunities available in the automotive space make it an attractive industry for investments.Here are the top 15 automotive brands to consider for 2026:<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-aamco-transmissions-and-total-car-care-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2726640">AAMCO Transmissions &amp; Total Car Care</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://franchises.aamco.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/growth-club/aamco-transmissions-franchise-opportunity">Growth Club Website</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$236,800 - $361,200</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;530+&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>AAMCO is a trusted name in the auto repair space, specializing in transmission work and other, more complex car care services. With over 60 years of experience, the brand is a true category-leader with a strong reputation among consumers.<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-mighty-auto-parts-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724565">Mighty Auto Parts</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.mightyfranchise.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/growth-club/mighty-auto-parts-franchise">Growth Club Website</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$247,000 - $595,600</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;95&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Mighty Auto Parts focuses on the distribution of auto parts, lubricants and shop supplies for automotive service providers. With an efficient parts system and rapid order fulfillment capabilities, franchisees can run an efficient, high-volume business.<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/milexmr-transmission-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-for-2025-2728544">Milex/Mr. Transmission</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://moranfamilyofbrands.com/milex-auto-care-franchise">Milex Franchise Website</a></li><li><a href="https://moranfamilyofbrands.com/mr-transmission">Mr. Transmission Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/growth-club/milex-mr-transmission-franchise">Growth Club Website</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$267,300 - $362,700</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;111&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Milex and Mr. Transmission are part of the larger&nbsp;<a href="https://moranfamilyofbrands.com/">Moran Family of Brands</a>. With the option to develop individual Milex or Mr. Transmission businesses as well as co-branded Milex&nbsp;and Mr. Transmission locations, franchisees have flexibility in their investment and are able to tap into multiple revenue streams under one roof.<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/turbo-tint-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-for-2025-2728451">Turbo Tint</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://franchise.turbotint.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/growth-club/turbo-tint-automotive-franchise">Growth Club Website</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$295,510 - $415,400</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;20&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Turbo Tint offers window film services, a high-margin and relatively niche service. With efficient operations thanks to installs that can typically be completed in about an hour, Turbo Tint franchisees benefit from a high-volume, relatively low-complexity business model.<h2>HardTop Hotel</h2><ul><li><a href="https://hardtophotelfranchise.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/growth-club/hardtop-hotel-franchise-opportunities">Growth Club Website</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$120,200 - $193,460</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;5&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>HardTop Hotel is a specialized concept catering to owners of hard- and soft-top vehicles, offering installation services, hard- and soft-tops for rent and sale, and storage solutions for those who like to remove the tops of their vehicles for the warmer seasons. In addition to the revenue created by sales, rentals and installation services, franchisees benefit from the longer-term stability of the storage model.<h2>Christian Brothers Automotive</h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.christianbrothersfranchise.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$550,250 - $680,400</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;300+&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Christian Brothers Automotive is a full-service repair franchise that focuses on great customer service. With a values-driven brand, Christian Brothers Automotive franchisees have an opportunity to build a more meaningful, community-centric business in an industry that is often viewed by customers as highly commodity-driven.<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-grease-monkeys-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721791">Grease Monkey</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://greasemonkeyfranchise.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$291,320 - $1,972,033</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;370+&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Grease Monkey is a quick-service auto franchise known primarily for its efficient oil changes and preventative maintenance services. By focusing on ease and efficiency in an industry that can sometimes be unpredictable or deliver subpar customer service, Grease Monkey franchisees can become the trusted resource for regular car care in their communities.<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-jiffy-lube-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2720873">Jiffy Lube</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://franchise.jiffylube.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$232,000 - $520,000 (excluding real estate costs)</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;2,000+&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Jiffy Lube is one of the largest quick-service oil change and maintenance brands. The business model is designed for volume, and it encourages repeat visits from individual customers, creating strength and stability for franchisees.<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-maacos-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724767">Maaco</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://maacofranchise.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$196,000 -&nbsp; $3,994,000</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;360+&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Maaco is an automotive franchise providing painting, cosmetic services and collision repair. Because Maaco is a body shop, as opposed to a standard maintenance brand or express oil change establishment, it leverages more specialized services and can stand out in the auto industry at large.&nbsp;<h2>Midas</h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.midasfranchise.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$106,650 - $1,132,640 (including both new and conversion opportunities)</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;975 in the U.S., 2,000+ worldwide&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Midas is a full-service auto repair and maintenance brand, offering both new-unit and business conversion options. With a few key service areas, including brakes, exhaust, tires, oil, steering, suspension and wheels, Midas can market multiple services to a single customer base, positioning franchisees to capture additional revenue.<h2>No-H2O</h2><ul><li><a href="https://noh2o.com/car-wash-franchise/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$134,550 - $162,500</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;30&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>No-H2O is a waterless, mobile car wash and detailing franchise. By excluding the use of water, No-H2O is more mobile and flexible than traditional wash and detail concepts, and it appeals to the growing eco-conscious crowd.<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-take-5-oil-changes-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723018">Take 5 Oil Change</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://take5franchise.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$287,145 - $2,053,642 (including both new and conversion opportunities)</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;1,100+&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Take 5 Oil Change is a convenience-driven oil change franchise that allows customers to stay in their cars for the duration of the service and targets a 10-minute maintenance time. This makes throughput more straightforward for franchisees and their teams, and it appeals to the busy customers of today.<h2><a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-tint-world-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723226#stories">Tint World</a></h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.tintworld.com/franchise-opportunities/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$239,950 - $449,950</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;135+&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Tint World is a specialized vehicle and window film franchise offering tinting, detailing and other “automotive styling” services. By combining frequently sought services, like window tinting, with more specialized ones, like audio, lighting and other accessories, Tint World franchisees are positioned as the one-stop shop for vehicle enhancement.<h2>Tommy’s Express Car Wash</h2><ul><li><a href="https://tommys-express.com/franchise/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$4,976,759 - $8,522,378</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;215+&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Tommy’s Express Car Wash operates high-volume, express tunnel car-wash facilities that focus on speed without sacrificing quality. With precise equipment that automates much of the wash process, franchisees can keep labor costs low and scale more efficiently.<h2>Valvoline Instant Oil Change</h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.viocfranchise.com/">Franchise Website&nbsp;</a></li><li>Investment Range:&nbsp;$192,375 - $3,483,550</li><li>Unit Count:&nbsp;1,875&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Valvoline is a prominent national brand offering oil changes and preventative maintenance services. The brand boasts 18 consecutive years of same-store sales growth, and though it’s a nationally recognized brand, Valvoline notes there are still prime territories available, offering a unique combination of brand strength and recognition and future growth potential.From national giants like Jiffy Lube and Valvoline to specialty brands like Turbo Tint and HardTop Hotel, the automotive franchise space offers a diverse range of opportunities for all kinds of investors. 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