Military
Franchise Players: The Challenges of Finding Funding
For National Guard veteran Steve Grimes, the most surprising challenge in opening his franchise was finding funding.
Franchise Players: A Bronze Star Recipient Recovers From Brain Trauma, Becomes a Franchisee
In the military, Nick Colgin earned a Bronze Star for saving the life of a French soldier. Now, he works as a franchisee for the 'Apple of the home industry.'
Franchise Players: A Veteran Couple Finds a New Team in Franchising
Chuck and Denise Kerr learned the value of teamwork in the military. Now, their bringing it to their burger franchise.
Franchise Players: How This Veteran Is Helping Other Vets Find the Right Franchise
Gordon Dupries helps future veteran franchisees get started on the right foot with the Boot to Business program.
Calling All Vets: How to Transition From Military Service to Entrepreneurship
While veteran entrepreneurs contribute $1.2 trillion to the economy annually, the transition from military service to civilian life can be fraught with challenges.
Photo-Taking Contact Lenses, Giant Crab Robots and Radiation-Blocking Underwear
A roundup of the 10 most interesting new technologies that make us scratch our heads and say, 'What the heck?'
Franchise Players: Balancing Lives as a National Guard Pilot and a Pet Store Franchisee
Dave O'Brien is a busy man, serving in the military while running three Pet Supplies Plus locations.
Semper Fi! How The Marine Corps Prepared Me for Entrepreneurship
Building your idea into a business is an uncertain mission. Core values that don't bend under pressure are indispensable.
Franchise Players: Why Vets and Franchising Go Hand in Hand
Hector Rodriguez tried to make on his own in the world of business. Then he realized as a franchisee he didn't have to work without support.
Eye of the Tiger: U.S. Army Eyes Night Vision Contact Lenses
Forget heavy night vision goggles. Scientists are developing a better, lighter way for soldiers to see in the dark.
The SEALs' Guide to Planning for Failure
Planning for failure is different than expecting to fail. Without a good plan, you're more likely to face bad results.
Why Athletes and Veterans Make Incredible Franchisees
Hardworking, creative and team-oriented, military personnel and athletes have entrepreneurial skills that are an asset to any franchise.
The 4 Elements of a Legacy Brand
Anybody can follow the rules and be mediocre, but those who lead write their own rule books and strive to become better.
Franchise Players: A Former Drill Sergeant Who Hopes to Help Other Vets Through Franchising
After 24 years in the U.S. Army, Ron Adams put the skills he gained as a drill sergeant to use as a franchisee.
A SEAL Is Always Prepared: Finding Certainty in Uncertain Situations
With our world moving a mile a minute, entrepreneurs need to learn to adapt when uncertain situations arise. Here are a few lessons from a Navy SEAL.