Supporting Local Entrepreneurs in Your Community
When we think about small businesses, the image that often comes to mind is a quaint local shop, a charming boutique, or the friendly diner down the street. While these businesses are undoubtedly part of the small business landscape, there’s another group of small business owners that often goes unrecognized: franchise owners. Though they carry the branding of a larger company, franchises are locally owned and operated small businesses, driven by the same entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to community that define independent shops.
Franchises are everywhere, seamlessly woven into your daily life in ways you might not even realize. From fixing a leaky roof to keeping your lawn green and healthy, many of the essential services you rely on are provided by franchise owners. Behind the recognizable logos and names are local entrepreneurs who know your community because they live and work there, just like you. These franchise owners contribute to the local economy, support local charities, and create jobs—all while building their own dreams.
Choosing to work with a franchise doesn’t mean you’re bypassing small businesses. It means you’re supporting someone who has chosen to invest in their community, backed by the tools and systems of an established brand. These are your neighbors, your fellow parents at school pickup, and your partners in making the community thrive.
You’re Using More Franchises Than You Think
Take a moment to think about the services you’ve used recently. From oil changes to brunch hotspots. That efficient irrigation system in your backyard? The cozy, energy-efficient attic insulation? The stunning lighting around your favorite business? Many of these are powered by local franchise owners who operate small businesses under the Empower Brands umbrella.
Here’s how our brands touch your everyday life:
- Koala Insulation: Keeping your home comfortable year-round with energy-efficient insulation solutions. From spray foam to batt insulation, they make sure your home stays cozy while saving on energy bills.
- Wallaby Windows: Offering premium window and door replacement services that enhance your home’s curb appeal and energy efficiency, all with a seamless White Glove installation process.
- Bumble Roofing: Providing dependable roofing solutions, from full replacements to emergency repairs, with a focus on affordability and transparency.
- Conserva Irrigation: Ensuring your landscape stays vibrant with water-efficient irrigation systems designed to save water and protect your outdoor spaces.
- Superior Fence & Rail: Adding both security and style to your property with high-quality fencing options tailored to residential and commercial needs.
- Outdoor Lighting Perspectives: Bringing elegance and functionality to your outdoor spaces with custom-designed lighting solutions for safety, beauty, and practicality.
- Archadeck Outdoor Living: Helping you create the outdoor living space of your dreams with stunning, custom-built decks, patios, and hardscapes.
- Canopy Lawn Care: Taking the hassle out of lawn maintenance with expert mowing, fertilization, and pest control for a picture-perfect lawn.
Every one of these services is provided by small business owners in your community, backed by the resources of Empower Brands to deliver exceptional service.
Why Supporting Franchises Matters
Choosing to work with local franchise owners goes beyond convenience—it’s an investment in your community.
Here’s why it matters:
- Local dollars stay local. For every dollar spent at a small business, approximately 67 cents stays in the community (Small Business Administration), fueling local schools, infrastructure, and other businesses.
- Job creation matters. Small businesses employ 46.4% of the private workforce in the U.S. (U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy). When you support a franchise, you’re helping sustain local jobs.
- Franchises make a big impact. Franchises generate 8.4 million jobs nationwide, fostering economic growth and stability (International Franchise Association).
Interested in Starting Your Own Small Business?
If you’ve ever dreamed of owning your own business but aren’t sure where to start, Empower Brands can help. We offer franchise opportunities across a variety of industries, from home services to outdoor living.
With our proven systems, comprehensive training, and ongoing support, we empower entrepreneurs to build successful, locally owned businesses that make a difference in their communities.
Discover how you can become part of a franchise network that values determination, collaboration, and growth. Visit Empower Franchising to learn more about how you can get started today.
Together, we can celebrate the power of small businesses—whether you’re supporting them or starting one of your own. Let’s grow your dream and your community, one small business at a time.
