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FROM THE PUBLISHER & EDITOR

Welcome to the June issue of Franchising USA.

We’re excited to be attending this year’s International Franchise Expo and since it’s the largest franchise expo in the country, we’re going big and bringing something extra special with this limited print edition of our June issue. We hope you decided to join us at the expo and were able to grab a copy because we’ve packed this special edition with inspiring stories of success and practical Expert Advice on the latest trends and strategies in the industry. This issue also includes a timely Expert Advice article on page 14 that offers a Franchise Expo Pro Strategy Session with tips on how plan your strategy and best work your way through a franchising expo that you don’t want to miss.

On the Cover this issue is FASTSIGNS International, Inc., a worldwide franchisor of more than 700 independently owned and operated centers that provide comprehensive signage and visual graphic solutions for companies of all sizes and across all industries. Turn to page 10 to read about how FASTSIGNS Continues Aggressive Expansion, Targets Northeast and Offers Incentive to Veterans and First Responders.

This month we’re introducing a new Special Feature called Trending Franchises, with Scooter’s Coffee on the Feature Cover. There’s no doubt about it; coffee franchises are hot, with more than 80 percent of Americans drinking coffee daily and providing a huge pool of existing and potential customers for Scooter’s Coffee and its competitors. Turn to page 24 to learn how the brand is riding the strong trend in coffee concepts and going to market with multi-unit franchise partners who may own multiple brands. From coffee to bagels, and cryotherapy to cannabis, our Industry Experts also weight in on what’s currently hot in the franchising world so be sure to check out our new Special Feature in this issue.

On the cover of our Veterans in Franchising Supplement is Window World, America’s largest replacement window and exterior remodeling company, with more than 200 locally owned offices nationwide. As a veteran friendly franchise, Window World has welcomed several veterans into its franchising system. Our Veterans Cover Story takes a look at how the brand has supported the success of its veteran owners, so turn to page 50 to read the inspiring stories of the brand’s veteran partners.

This issue also features several Snapshots articles, which offer a quick look into some of the hottest franchises currently in the market in industries related to pet nutrition, senior relocation services, business coaching, and residential & commercial painting, so keep your eye out for these informative industry Snapshots.

Happy reading!