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Culture Documents
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Cem Senbay
Co-CEO
Andrew Dyduk
Co-Founder & Managing Jerry Crawford
CEO & President
Director
Jani-King International
A Frontrunner Franchisor in Commercial Cleaning Services
A Step towards the Global Reach
T radition is one of the crucial ingredients in any organization's success, consistency, and constant growth. It
reminds the history of an organization and how it is shaping its present and what it is going to be. Now big
organizations believe, tradition enables them to showcase their base principle, unity and diversity of their
organization and its offering?
The business world is expanding quite fast despite the geographical boundary, language and culture. The world is
slowly welcoming those who are furious, commented and ready to operate in any situation. Franchises are providing
these restless ones a chance to join a legacy of success and become a part of it. Franchise is the way to introduce an
organization's services by authorizing the rights to third-party retailers or vendors who understand and believe in the
organization's work-culture and tradition. These rights allow them to use the franchise's logo, name and business
framework.
Franchises also gives proven business mantra and opportunities to access and aligned with. Entrepreneurs are with
extreme business potential and with an understanding of the business can use franchise as their success pillar because
different businesses need different traits to succeed.
In order to shed light on the novel approaches of the franchising organizations, Insights Success has curated a list of
“The 10 Best Franchises to Open in 2019” which are revolutionizing the business concepts and consumer standards.
“Franchise is a way to expand business
from local market to global scale.
“
Rohit Chaturvedi
Our Cover Story features Jani-King International, a commercial cleaning franchisor is leading the pack with its
proven franchise program. The company has over 8,000 franchisees that are supported by 130 regional offices in 10
countries around the world which makes it an established and trusted company. It has long been the world's largest
commercial cleaning franchisor and is currently proud partners with brands including the PGA of America, Dallas
Cowboys, Texas Rangers, Cleveland Cavaliers, University of Oklahoma, University of Oregon and many more.
Moreover, this issue also features Flormar, a leading cosmetic product company with noteworthy contribution in the
cosmetic industry; Schnitz, an Australia based fast-casual restaurant and franchise network delivering perfect
schnitzel; Figurella USA, a company with a fixed retail location providing personal training sessions and health
guidance that provide a wide range of variance to the benefit of the member; Signal 88 Security, an expertise in
industry-leading security services; GoliathTech, a manufacturer, franchisor and installer of helical screw piles; Wild
Birds Unlimited, the largest franchise system of backyard bird feeding and nature specialty stores; Chili House, A
Jordan based restaurant brand making quality, and superior hospitality their first priority.
Also, make sure to flip through the articles, written by our in-house editorial team as well as CXO standpoints by
notable industry personalities to have a brief taste of the sector.
Jani-King
International
A Frontrunner Franchisor in
Commercial Cleaning Services
Articles
Franchise Ecosystem
16 Company of the Month Is Franchise A Protable 26
Stroke of Business
Flormar
A Beauty Journey Shaped The Art of Leading
By Colors
Attributes of a Good 48
Leader
CXO’s
22 Franchise of the Month Stellar’s Vision
Success in the Venture World 36
Schnitz
Providing Australians The
Benchmark in Schnitzels
The Art of Leading
Can a business thrive in the 54
age of continuous innovation?
Contents
Chili House
30 Serving the Taste
with Fresh and
Healthy Food
Destination Athlete
Leaders in the Youth 34
Sports Industry
Figurella
40 Rejuvenating the ‘B’
in the Beauty
GoliathTech Inc.
An Unequalled 42
Offering in Piling
Solution
Signal 88 Security
46 Providing Peace
of Mind
sales@insightssuccess.com
July, 2019
Jani-King
International, Inc
A Frontrunner Franchisor in Commercial
Cleaning Services
“
Jani-King is an organization
that encourages all people to
“
prosper and grow to their full potential.
Jerry Crawford
CEO & President
C leanliness is one of the essential elements for any
commercial business whether it is a restaurant,
hospital, university, stadium, retail store or
manufacturing facility. Now business owners are investing
in commercial janitorial services to deliver better results to
companies. Our franchisees are invested; they have a
business owner’s mindset and interest in meeting customer
needs, that’s a powerful edge over other cleaning
companies where employees are just hired to do a job. In
support of our franchisees, Jani-King has a local regional
customers and improve the standard of cleaning in any office in each market that is staffed with industry experts
environment. Cleaning a commercial space requires a who are available to our franchisees. Those specialists
professional who understands the precise cleaning needs for provide new account sales, operations assistance,
that particular building. These commercial cleaning administrative support and billing support. From a
services are also customized and scheduled according to the corporate standpoint, we provide unmatched support to our
preference of each customer. The janitorial service industry regional offices in the form of sponsorships, advertising,
has a wide range of services to offer and Jani-King training, education, specialty account divisions, national
International, a commercial cleaning franchisor is leading vendor relationships and so much more.
the pack with its proven franchise program. Its owner-
operators have a vested interest in their business which One terrific example of our support is Jani-King’s
results in a higher level of commitment and dedication over partnership with the Dallas Cowboys of the NFL. Through
employees of conventional cleaning companies. the teamwork of Jani-King’s local Dallas regional office and
our corporate office, we have been the Official Cleaning
Founded in 1969, Jani-King has over 8,000 franchisees that Company of the Dallas Cowboys since 2009 and have
are supported by 130 regional offices in 10 countries around recently extended that partnership for another 10 years. This
the world which makes it an established and trusted single opportunity provides a significant amount of cleaning
company. It has long been the world’s largest commercial business for multiple local franchisees and far-reaching
cleaning franchisor and is currently proud partners with exposure for all franchisees. In all, Jani-King has more than
brands including the PGA of America, Dallas Cowboys, 70 partnerships with professional and collegiate teams
Texas Rangers, Cleveland Cavaliers, University of across the United States, providing countless opportunities
Oklahoma, University of Oregon and many more. for franchisees to grow their business.
Below are highlights from the interview conducted between Describe the experiences, achievements or lessons
Jerry Crawford, CEO & President and Insights Success: learned that has shaped the journey of the company.
What are the cutting-edge products/services offered by In our 50 years as a company we’ve always found where
Jani-King International? there’s a will, there’s a way. Jani-King was the first to
employ the franchise model in the commercial cleaning
Jani-King partners with many of the commercial cleaning industry, and in doing so Jani-King forever raised the bar
industry’s leading equipment and product manufacturers. for delivering quality janitorial services to customers while
Whether it’s the latest equipment for disinfecting hospitals providing an opportunity for individuals to own their own
and protecting patients such as germ killing robots that emit business. We developed specialty divisions at our corporate
ultraviolet radiation or improved chemicals that reduce our headquarters to address the cleaning needs of hotels,
footprint on the environment, we feel it’s critical to our hospitals, schools and stadiums. The combined commercial
business to stay on the cutting-edge. It’s not just about the cleaning experience of our corporate staff and our master
newest and best equipment, though. We strive to train our franchise owners is unequalled. We routinely tap into our
franchisees in the latest cleaning techniques and procedures. own network and draw from decades of experience to
Because commercial cleaning is a labor intensive industry, overcome any challenge and achieve the best results for our
it’s vital that our franchisees have the knowledge and skills customers. Our network of offices also bands together
to clean more effectively than our competition. Cleaning during times of natural disasters such as hurricanes. In a
procedures can vary from one facility type to another, so flash, Jani-King regional offices can, and have, mobilized
understanding what tools and procedures are most efficient equipment and people to affected areas. This type of
and effective will allow our franchisees to be competitive support not only helps Jani-King franchisees, but it allows
and successful. us to help our customers recover more quickly and get back
to their business. Nowhere was Jani-King more prevalent
What are the special strengths that make Jani-King and needed than in New Orleans following Hurricane
International unique from its competitors? Katrina. Jani-King’s commitment to our New Orleans
region, franchisees and customers immediately following
Our franchisee support is second to none and our owner- the flooding was a powerful testament of Jani-King’s total
operator concept sets us apart from conventional cleaning support throughout its network of offices and people.
“
It is our mission to
provide every Jani-King
franchisee the opportunity
to be successful in a
“
business of their own.
What according to you are the essential pillars of a
successful franchise?
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I n an interview with Insights Success, Co-CEO of
Flormar, Cem Senbay, shares insightful information
about Flormar and its noteworthy contribution in the
cosmetic industry. Founded in Milano, Italy the capital of the
fashion industry, Flormar was acquired by the Şenbay Family
Give a brief overview of your company and its vision.
“
Flormar is always
close to women as
their most colorful
best friend.
A privately-owned Australian
company, Schnitz is run by the Dyduk
interested and curious about the variety family. Roman Dyduk has been
of food they eat, taste plays a crucial designing, building and operating
part in this ever-increasing curiosity. successful hospitality venues,
People’s taste in food also diversifies including Schnitz, for more than 40
with the geographical area, regional years, with his sons Andrew and Tom
culture and the availability of Dyduk joining him in 2007.
ingredients.
Armed with feedback and demand
franchise of the month
Australia is rapidly becoming the food from their loyal customer base, the
diversity nation of the world, having Dyduk family established two
many different food options with specialist schnitzel cafes in
mouth-watering tastes and flavours. Melbourne’s CBD, branded Schnitz. In
Schnitz is an Australian, fast-casual 2009, they opened what is now known
restaurant and franchise network, as Schnitz’s no. 1 restaurant, a hole-in-
Andrew Dyduk
Co-Founder &
Managing Director
Schnitz
A Dedicated Administrator
the-wall store in Richmond, Victoria. A Hawthorn store Prior to starting at Schnitz alongside his father and brother,
soon followed in 2010, with Melbourne Central in 2011 and Andrew ran a successful technology company in
Elizabeth Street, Chadstone, Knox, Doncaster and Melbourne, which he also co-founded. Eventually leaving
Southland in 2012, before phenomenal growth across that role, Andrew jumped into Schnitz with his brother and
Victoria and the rest of Australia. father, collectively making the decision to remortgage the
family home to get the business off the ground.
Schnitz’s first interstate restaurant opened in Liverpool,
NSW in 2014, with the first Queensland and ACT Committed to Quality
restaurants following in 2015, the first Western Australian
restaurant in 2017 and the very first South Australian At Schnitz the team is focused on and dedicated to its
restaurant opening in October 2018. people, with a strong passion for creating the perfect
schnitzel with every order. With over 70 stores nationwide,
Today, there are more than 70 Schnitz company-owned and its expansion in Australia has created more than 1,500 jobs
franchise restaurants across the country. The company has across both franchise and company-owned restaurants and
turned schnitzel making into an art-form and continues to has seen 11 in-store recruits transition into positions at
make the perfect schnitzel to the exact recipe that was Schnitz’s head office; an exciting result for the business.
taught to Roman by his mother many years ago. Only working with franchise partners who believe in the
Global Approach
D elicious food is all about the best ingredients and Describe the experiences, achievements or lessons learnt
recipes but also require adequate cooking skills and that has shaped the journey of the company. Give a
processes. With a phenomenal flavor, also comes detailed description of the CEO’s contribution over the
the concern about eating healthy. Food acts like fuel for the company and the industry.
human body, so it must be fresh and healthy. Chili House
makes this point a priority. A Jordan based restaurant Upon completing my law degree in 1998, I re-entered the
brand, serves up fresh delicious food to their customer Franchise world and quickly developed numerous brand
without adding any additives or preservatives. concepts including, Philly USA, Everything Yogurt &
Banana, Frullati Cafe & Bakery, and Gold Star Chili
In an interview with insights success, Mr. Sami Daoud, restaurants. 5 Years later, I joined the Chili House Team in
CEO of Chili House describes the strengths and uniqueness 2003. I believe that the combination of extensive
of the company. restaurant experience as both franchisee and later as
franchisor with a desire to carry on the tradition of building
Below are the highlights of the interview between Sami quality cultured brands for my family, investors, franchisees
Daoud and insights success: and partners was the driving force that drove the brand from
12 stores in Jordan to over 34 locations in 6 countries
Give a brief overview of your company and its vision. within 10 years.
In 1985 Chili House was born! Ever since, the company is What are the cutting-edge products/services offered by
continuously striving to achieve the highest standard of Chili House?
satisfaction for its customers and service providers. The
company is all about creating memorable experiences and As far as products go, our Chili Burger, Chili Cheese Fries,
long-lasting relationships based on handcrafted food Cheese Coney Island hot dogs, and Chili Cheese 3-Way
quality, superior hospitality, use of innovation and a little bit Spaghetti are exceptionally unique to our brand. For
of fun along the way! services, we would feature our innovative and user-friendly
phone application and online ordering system of delivery.
From the beginning, Chili House’s primary focus has been Our phone app includes features such as a rewards program
to maintain an exceptionally high level of food quality. The that allows our customers to enjoy discounts and special
secondary focus has been on remarkable hospitality, by offers, just by checking into the restaurant. They are
going above and beyond the customers’ expectations to rewarded on each visit. Second primary feature is the “Chili
make sure that with each visit, we have effectively lifted Box” feature, which allows our customers to browse
the customers spirits, and thus their experience, to a new through their choice of Rock, Classical, Hip Hop, Jazz,
level. The third priority relates to the stores themselves, via Newest Top Ten songs and Modern Arabic. Through the
a perfect balance of modern and old design with an app the customers select the song they want to listen to
exceptional attention to detail and cleanliness. while dining. The stores are also equipped with volume
controlled speakers at each of our tables, so the costumer
can “turn it up, when the customers selected song is
playing”.
Sami Daoud
CEO
Chili House
02
Where does Chili House see itself in the long run and
what are its future goals?
deal with several different vendors for uniforms, Since the very beginning, Doug Dickison recognized that
equipment, trophies, etc. In addition, the focus was more the industry was also lacking a focus on holistic
on the sport itself instead of on the individual athlete. development. The need for a more all-inclusive approach to
address athlete needs resulting in the creation of Complete
Since 2008, Destination Athlete® is building better Athlete®360. It is a holistic, customizable development
communities through athletes. The company exists to help program led by a best-in-class team of experts proficient in
the youth and high school teams get to their personal various facets of personal development in areas often
destination by providing a one-stop resource with overlooked in youth sports. The goal of Complete
everything a team needs in order to thrive and succeed. Athlete®360 services is to develop successful teams and
organizations by helping to create winning cultures,
A Visionary Chief respected leaders and connected people.
As parents are involved in the coaching of youth sports in
his town, Destination Athlete’s® Founder and Chairman, The Complete Athlete®360 approach allows these experts to
Doug Dickison, had ideas for a better way of doing embed themselves in a team or organization’s culture and
things. He seized the opportunity to drastically change the become a part of it. They get to know people and make
youth sports market by spending the next two years personal connections. This allows them to provide a lens for
creating a business plan, researching the existing vendors the leaders to help reinforce their goals and develop their
in the market and looking to companies that put their own people. These services are then customized to meet the
customers first. On July 14, 2008, Destination Athlete® specific needs of each client. The Complete Athlete®360
became the first and only one-source solution for the very team of professionals collaborates throughout the entire
lucrative youth sports market. The company’s vision: process to ultimately deliver transformational, sustainable
“Everything Team, Everything Better™.” results.
Testimonials
“Complete Athlete®360 is truly an all-inclusive program
designed to help our entire community reach their optimal
performance goals. Whether on the field, in the classroom,
or out in the world, we are better prepared to engage in and
reach our full potential” ~Meredith Santowasso, Director of
Summer Programs, Rutgers Preparatory School
The short answer is simple: yes–by For some, this might seem like a empathy, ability to understand and
con nuously accelera ng progress daun ng challenge because they interpret technology trends, or
against your innova on agenda with don’t know how to go about it. ap tude to choose and apply the
your highest focus on execu on. However, the good news is that you most fi ng innova on
don’t need to do it alone. With methodologies. Some might
But let’s take a step back and look at expert guidance and acquisi on of naturally possess these skills, and
this from a wider perspec ve. the right skills, organiza ons can some might need to build them over
accelerate innova on and deliver me. But any business focused on
The fourth industrial revolu on, business value at speed. remaining relevant–let alone
emerging technologies, high growth thriving–in the age of con nuous
disruptors from le , right and center, I see innova on as a con nuous loop innova on should consider star ng
and changing customer expecta ons of ac vi es; where long term this process sooner than later.
are now the norm–and we all know strategic wins will be made out of
con nuous digital transforma on smaller, quick wins by following an Successful innova on programs need
and innova on need to become core agile cycle of discovery, tes ng, and to stand on the right building blocks:
skills in business to cope. It is now a itera on.
fact that failing to quickly address Strategy
digital disrup on will result in But effec ve delivery of these
ground lost to compe tors and ac vi es requires building a different Build the founda on on which
disruptors. set of skills–exemplified through innova on can thrive. Understand
curiosity, crea ve problem solving, your current situa on, ar culate
Ÿ Build dedicated cross-func onal teams: Ar cle originally published on the Endava blog on
collabora on and cross-pollina on of diverse February 4th 2019
exper se and individual perspec ves will create
exponen al returns on innova on investment. Select
members whose disciplines are germane to your
problem (business knowledge, UX, technical delivery,
etc.) and make sure to keep the team lean. “Small
CRISTINA LELLI
President
Figurella
Ÿ Training and network are part of the know how of the
owner and not of the employees.
Ÿ Training and certification is always offered by
and any other possible life change affects women
Figurella® Corporation.
physically and emotionally. She states that Figurella is not
Ÿ In the royalty is included unlimited maintenance of
incepted to only support the fitness aspect but also the
parts.
psychological well being of members. The clients find a
Ÿ Italian appeal of the brand in a foreign country.
family in company’s teams that will always welcome them
with a smile and a positive attitude.
A Glimpse about Figurella
In 2012, Figurella® introduced its method to the United
Testimonials:
States. With over 350 locations in 20 countries worldwide,
“I did my first session today in South Beach location and
it is the largest women’s only fitness center and spa.
had an amazing experience.The staff is very attentive &
Indeed, it have 200 centers in Italy, about 50 in South
knowledgeable, & the studio has more of the spa feeling.
America, and more in the rest of Europe. The company
It's definitely not your average workout experience, it's
also states that it owns around 7 locations in South Florida.
simply another level of feeling good while taking care of
your body & soul. It felt so good knowing that my whole
The Figurella® model is a fixed retail location providing
body is getting precious oxygen for entire 15 min while
personal training sessions and health guidance that provide
being in oxygen capsule. Highly recommend it to all the
a wide range of variance to the benefit of the members. The
women who love themselves enough to have this amazing
operating model is simple in nature and operational
spa like workout experience. The manager takes care of the
complexity, but delivers an extremely diverse and high-end
clients with such a great positive energy and beautiful
experience to their performance-oriented customer base.
smile on her face.” - AGATA
Into the Shoes of the Leader
“Truly amazing, at first I thought wow a bit pricey but it is
She lives for Figurella. She is hands-on and active in the
definitely worth it. I’m down 20” and 15 pounds in 2 1/2
locations on a daily basis and what not. She is Cristina
months, the staff Caterina Sarah and now Julia are
Lelli, President of Figurella Being the President of
motivating and supportive. I look forward to working out
Figurella, Cristina Lelli has taken the company to a
and the meal plans have been super helpful with my weight
recognizable stature.
loss!” -KARINA
Being a woman that has been through all the possible life’s
challenges, she effectively understands and gives the best
suggestions to each one of her clients. It is been empha-
sized by the company that hormonal changes, pregnancies
T he strength of a construction depends on how strong combined strength with know-how to offer the best piling
the foundation structure is designed. Construction is solution to support a project. It is a strong, safe and
a challenging industry, where everything is related innovative company that never stops improving so that one
to planning and erecting of physical formation with may benefit from unequalled quality products and services.
specified skills. When building any type of structure, piling GoliathTech Inc. is the leader in engineering, design,
is the basic but also most essential part of the construction manufacture and distribution of helical piles. GoliathTech
since they support the structure and transfers the load of Inc. has a wide range of applications within the field of
building at a deeper level. GoliathTech Inc, a helical screw construction, foundations, housing, solar, underpinning,
pile solutions provider combines advanced technology with signage, decks, swimming pools, agricultural infrastructure
modern engineering to strengthen construction projects and and so on. It operates with over 200 open franchise units
support residential and commercial construction projects for globally. The network of franchisees does more than merely
a diverse clientele. carry out simple tasks; they put their vast experience to
work to guarantee optimal anchoring of each pile.
In an interview with Insights Success Julian Reusing, GoliathTech Inc. carries over 1500 constructions projects
CEO of GoliathTech, Inc. shared information about the every single month
company’s cutting-edge solutions and its potential future in
construction industry. What are the cutting-edge products/services offered by
GoliathTech?
Below are highlights from the interview conducted between
Julian and Insights Success: Helical piles are faster to install and have a higher bearing
capacity. Helical piles are drilled into the ground and will
Give a brief overview of your company and its vision. not destroy the land around your project as there is no
excavation required. GoliathTech manufactures screw piles
Julian Reusing is an accomplished entrepreneur. He has using high quality recycled steel. This conserves natural
founded and owned a few companies in the past (1994- resources and energy and reduces the overall carbon
2011) to today: footprint. Screw piles are also useful for the support of
temporary structures since they can be removed and reused
Ÿ Founder and shareholder of ISI Connect (cabling with little to no change in structural integrity. This is very
company); different from a driven pile or drilled shaft or a grouted
Ÿ Founder and shareholder of Memory Experts anchor which are often just abandoned. Some screw piles
International (MXI) Inc. have been in place for several years, have been removed
Ÿ Founder and shareholder of GoliathTech Inc. and reused at another site.
Les Pieux Goliath Quebec, Canada Corporation was GoliathTech manufactures 100% of their products in the
founded on June 15, 2004. Julian Reusing (CEO) purchased North American factory. GoliathTech has many different
this manufacturer of helical piles in 2013 and created types of heads to suit any project. The engineering team can
GoliathTech Inc. GoliathTech Inc. is a manufacturer and draw and have GoliathTech produce any custom heads
franchisor of installers of helical screw piles. It has needed.
Having grown multiple companies in multiple industries, Describe the experiences, achievements or lessons learnt
from zero up to the global leader in every industry he that has shaped the journey of the company.
played in, the CEO of GoliathTech has brought to this
industry a high-tech approach to this industry. The founder, From the expansion of our franchise chain from 0 to over
Julian Reusing, has brought the company to one of the 200, we encountered all kinds of challenges and had to lean
fastest growing franchises globally in 2018. to learn to open 2-3 locations every month smoothly! From
screening out ideal candidates to expanding internal support
What are the special franchisee strengths that make systems at a hyper pace we have mastered the art of
GoliathTech unique from its competitors? opening new franchises without problem.
GoliathTech Inc. is building code compliant in every Where does GoliathTech see itself in the long run and
country we operate in globally. The company has a wide what are its future goals?
range of certifications and it is continually searching for
new ones that would be pertinent to our product and We see ourselves as the global standard defector of helical
installations. piles and trend setter.
Reed Nyffeler
CEO
Signal 88 Security
businesses over a start-up could prove one to adapt and make appropriate compassion over choosing a franchise
as a better idea, as it has more fruitful business decisions. Besides, a strong which is more suitable with a
benefits that of any initial-staged support system is often a necessity purchaser’s business ethics. This
businesses. rather than a want. It supports an reduces the risk of being dominated by
individual in maintaining balance franchisors and other investor entities
An Established Open System between both independent ideologies and helps in drafting own rules to
Unlike any start-ups, a franchise and the brand’s business modules. The follow on.
business allows an individual to carry support mostly includes the vast
out the operation directly from the knowledge about the franchise and an Though a franchise comes with a well-
established foundation. From brand expertise outlook on products. With established platform, it does require
cultivation and marketing to future such system, many new business consistent efforts on bringing the
plans and customer base, a new personalities can perpetually sustain in organization upwards. According to
franchise owner is blessed with almost the massive markets. various reports and facts, it has been
everything. An outlet of a franchise also stated that the success rate of
ensures the idea of following the Less risk factor and Higher Success franchise business is quite higher than
similar business modules and Rate an independent entrepreneurial
operational methods can be more One of the primary concern factor and venture. As franchisees operate under a
effective. And, implementing some the misconception in franchise systematic business model, they get an
new tweaks in such absolute aspects business lies within the limitation of indirect training in marketing as well
makes the task easier for a distributor. autonomy. Unlike individual as staff handling. With a large-scale
enterprises, a franchise business might marketing, the franchisees can
In addition, it also allows professionals be facing some problems regarding promptly attain more customer
to overview the business reports and receiving a full scale autonomy which attraction resulting into a higher
key performance indicators which aid can be overruled thereafter. It requires growth rate.
Below are highlights from the interview: Wild Birds Unlimited is now offering FeederScaping™
Services to our customers. Our Certified Bird Feeding
Give a brief overview of your company and its vision. Specialist™ will travel to a customer’s home, evaluate their
Wild Birds Unlimited was founded in 1981 when founder yard and provide recommendations on the bird food,
and CEO Jim Carpenter decided to combine his passion feeders and accessories that are designed to enhance the
for birds and nature with his knowledge of retailing. The customer’s backyard bird feeding experience. Our
first Wild Birds Unlimited franchise was awarded in 1983. Specialist will then properly locate and install the bird
Now, with more than 330 locations throughout the US and feeding products selected to create a beautiful bird feeding
Canada, Wild Birds Unlimited has gained a loyal following environment in their yard. Our Specialist will evaluate each
among bird feeding hobbyist and nature lovers. Wild Birds customer’s yard and create a plan to enable them to attract
Unlimited franchise store owners are the backyard bird the widest variety of attractive songbirds. We bring more
feeding specialists within their local community and a joy into our customer’s lives by offering them trusted local
premiere source for quality products, as well as local nature advice and FeederScaping Services in their own backyard!
information. Our retail product mix includes a wide variety
of bird food, bird feeders, bird houses, bird baths, books, What are the special franchisee strengths that make
binoculars and nature-related products and gift items. Wild Birds Unlimited unique from its competitors?
Shopping your local WBU with our Certified Bird Feeding
Our mission is to bring people and nature together and to do Specialists ensures that you are receiving local hobby
it with excellence. Our vision is to bring joy into our expertise. They know your local birds, their favorite foods
customers’ lives, by sharing our passion for birds and and what bird feeder is best to offer that food in.
knowledge about the hobby of backyard bird feeding. We
strive to fulfill our mission and vision every day, in every Give a detailed description of the
store with each customer interaction. Founder/CEO/Management’s contribution over the
company and the industry.
What are the cutting-edge products/services offered by Jim Carpenter is the Founder, President and CEO of Wild
Wild Birds Unlimited? Birds Unlimited. In 1981, he opened the first WBU
Jim Carpenter
CEO
Wild Birds Unlimited
location, a 700 square foot retail shop on the north side of home and needed to redo the backyard. My wife suggested a
Indianapolis, Indiana. By 1983, he began franchising the bird feeding station and a butterfly garden,” stated Ken. “I
concept, which has grown to more than 330 locations. am surprised at how much I enjoy watching the birds. I am
very happy with how well the feeding station turned out.
Carpenter has also developed many high quality bird foods Brian, owner of the Jacksonville store, is so professional
including bird seed blends and Jim’s Birdacious® Bark and very caring about the services provided, to the extent
Butter®, the #1 bird food on the market for diversity of bird he came back out to ensure the water mister feature was
attraction with 149 species of birds observed dining on it. working properly.” Ken Weinstein of Jacksonville, Florida
Bark Butter is a spreadable suet that can be easily smeared recently purchased a bird feeding station, installed through
on a tree or a Bark Butter Feeder. the FeederScaping Services offered at his local Wild Birds
Unlimited.
Where does Wild Birds Unlimited see itself in the long
run and what are its future goals? “The best thing about Wild Birds Unlimited that people
It is clear that the next five years will determine the winners need to understand, yes it’s true you can buy bird food from
and losers in retail, both online and in brick and mortar anywhere, but it will not be the same quality as from WBU
locations and all combinations of the two. Every retailer and you will not have the same friendly experience as you
will need to be relentless about being customer-centric. The will get at WBU. I’ve been feeding birds for years. I’m 47
customer will decide who, where, when, and why. So we so you can figure that’s a long time. I’ve always had more
must understand that meeting the needs, desires and birds and more of a variety of birds when I feed them WBU
aspirations of our customers is the key to success. Serving food. Even my neighbors tell me how much they enjoy
the needs of people is the real goal of retail today and it’s watching the birds that come to my feeders. They live right
how to be successful. across the street and said they could never get birds like me.
I tell them it’s all do to WBU!” Very Satisfied Customer,
Give us a few testimonials of your clients that accurately Tulsa, OK.
highlight Wild Birds Unlimited’s position in the market.
“Frankly, it was my wife’s idea. We recently moved into our
in the
Venture World