Kevin Behan

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Name: Michelle GrafTitle: Owner of CarePatrol Northeast WisconsinBrands: CarePatrol Units: 2Years in franchising: 10Why did you choose to franchise with a service brand? I was looking for an opportunity to connect with people and make a difference in my local community. Providing a local service that would benefit seniors was what I had in mind. Initially, I had not considered franchise options.

2 weeks ago | franchising.com | Kevin Behan

Name: Jorge and Rey MartinezTitle: Co-ownersBrands: Estrella Insurance Units: 20Years in franchising: 10Why did you choose to franchise with a service brand? We chose Estrella Insurance because of the local community brand equity and our familiarity with the brand. Estrella is recognized as the premier insurance brand in our area. We loved the model and support they provide, so it made perfect sense for us. How did you choose the sector and brand you did?

2 weeks ago | franchising.com | Kevin Behan

We’ve selected highlights from Bill Edwards’ biweekly Global Business Newsletter (#131, April 1, 2025). The newsletter covers international franchise development, global employment issues, international travel, and updates on business trends in many countries. For the complete newsletter, including in-depth country reports, charts, graphs, international company news, and economic trends and statistics, go here. Previous issues are available as well.

2 weeks ago | franchising.com | Kevin Behan

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2 weeks ago | franchising.com | Kevin Behan

Owning a franchise business is a joint venture with shared success. What is good for the franchisee is good for the franchisor. While franchisees have a certain amount of independence to run their business on a daily basis, it is also important they communicate and collaborate with the corporate office. Franchise Update asked several multi-unit restaurant owners for their advice on how to cultivate relationships with the franchisor.