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Direct Mail Expert Launches Franchise in South Puget Sound

Written by Brittany N. Johnson
Our Town America South Puget Sound

Our Town America, the nation’s premier New Mover Marketing franchise, has announced its first Washington location in South Puget Sound.  This is big news as the Our Town America business model, a Direct Mail Marketing program specializing in delivering warm community welcome packages filled with free offers for new residents, is a perfect fit for South Puget Sound – a fast-growing city filled with local businesses eager to develop loyal relationships with new customers. […]

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Our Town America Franchisee Clint Finch’s Key to Success

Written by Brittany N. Johnson
Our Town America Franchisee Feature Clint Finch Franchise Owner

“From a business perspective, I am in complete control of my income. I know that I can generate as much revenue as I am willing to work for. I also know that I have a strong company support behind me that continues to develop products and processes that help me grow my income. I am not alone out here and I can focus on my customers and their needs. From a personal perspective, I am able to take my daughters to school every morning. I can be at their games and events that were subject to my work schedule in the past. I have a company I am building that I can pass along to them or sell for our future when needed…” […]

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IFA 2016 Convention Tips

Written by Brittany N. Johnson
IFA 2016 Convention Booth 723 Our Town Americav

Heading to the 2016 IFA Annual Convention next week?   Here are three quick-hitting tips… ‣  Highlight your top three priorities for the show – Need a lending partner?   A new CRM tool? Or perhaps a new director of franchise sales?   Know what your top priorities are for the show and arrange meetings accordingly. ‣  Review the attendee list and pre-show sales materials – It seems like a hassle, but it’s well worth it.   Based on the priorities you’ve set, pinpoint the 10-15 people you want to meet at the show who can help with those issues.   Additionally, take a peek at pre-show letters, e-Mail messages, and voicemails to see if any of those companies can address a problem you have. ‣  And limit exhibit hall time to your pre-show targets – This is why you put in the time on the front-end.   Make sure you’re on a mission when you enter the exhibit hall.   Only visit with the handful of companies/people you selected prior to the show and anyone with whom you may have sparked a productive dialogue earlier in the show. That’s it!! Keep these tips in your back pocket when you head to San Antonio and add us to your pre-show priority list! Come see us at Booth #723! Brittany N. JohnsonBrittany is the head of Our Town America’s corporate marketing department. She specializes in digital and print media, social media, and public relations. […]

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Our Town America Announces 2016 IFA Convention Appearance

Written by Brittany N. Johnson
IFA 2016 Convention Our Town America

This will be the 11th straight IFA convention appearance, and the 8th straight as an exhibitor, for CEO Michael Plummer, Jr. and the Our Town America team. According to Plummer. Jr., the IFA Convention – the biggest franchising event of the year hosted by the International Franchise Association – is particularly important to his company; one of the few in attendance that operates as a franchise while serving other franchise systems as a supplier. […]

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Our Town America Top Franchise 2016

Written by Brittany N. Johnson
Our Town America Franchise Business Review 2016 Top Franchise

Prior to investing in a franchise, it’s crucial you spend time to determine if franchising is right for you and which franchise best meets your business and personal objectives. A great place to begin your research is by reading the Franchise Business Review Top Franchises 2016 Report, which takes you through factors you need to consider in order to give you confidence in your decision. […]

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Bassam Safi Moves to America with a Dream and Opens his Own Franchise

Written by Brittany N. Johnson
Bassam Safi Our Town America

Lebanese-American Bassam Safi came to America years ago without a college degree, little understanding of the English language, and a dream. He worked excruciatingly long hours making and delivering pizzas for a small Domino’s Pizza location just to make ends meet. However, he knew he was destined for more and his persistence has more than paid off. He has realized his dreams of business ownership with Our Town America, the nation’s premiere new mover marketing company. […]

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Supporting the Small Business Community

Written by Brittany N. Johnson

CBS Charlotte (November 2015) – This past Saturday, widely recognized as Small Business Saturday, Jane and Tom McElhaney of Our Town America – Charlotte drove through the city in their Our Town America-branded car to thank partnered small businesses by giving gifts of thanks for their continual hard work in the community. Watch the clip below from CBS Charlotte for full story. If you’re a Charlotte-area business looking to team up with Our Town America – Charlotte, please call 704-341-4982 or complete an online Contact Form. Our Town America is a national franchise who supports small businesses across the nation 365 days per year.  Non-Charlotte area businesses looking to become a sponsor business in your community can reach out to Our Town America directly to get in touch with their local representative at 800-497-8360 or complete a Contact Form. If interested in opening a franchise in your area, please visit the Franchise section of our website or call 800-497-8360 ext.236. Brittany N. JohnsonBrittany is the head of Our Town America’s corporate marketing department. She specializes in digital and print media, social media, and public relations. […]

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Our Town America of Charlotte Urges ‘Shop Small’ on FOX

Written by Brittany N. Johnson
Shop Small Our Town America

FOX Good Day Charlotte (November 2015) – This year for Small Business Saturday, the shopping holiday held the Saturday after Thanksgiving encouraging shoppers to patronize small and local businesses, Jane and Tom McElhaney of Our Town America of Charlotte will head out to thank small business owners for everything they do for our community. According to data from the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce, small businesses represent 98% of all employers in North Carolina and employ nearly half (47.3%) of the private sector workforce. As Our Town America franchisees, Jane and Tom are small business owners themselves and truly understand the hard work that goes into building a strong business the community can rely on. The McElhaney’s support small businesses 365 days per year, as the Our Town America business model is focused on helping local business owners create a sense of community at their stores by welcoming new movers to town with free one-time gifts. To show their appreciation for local Charlotte-area businesses, the McElhaney’s created the “Charlotte Small Business Support Squad”.  They plan to travel in their Our Town America-branded car all over Charlotte to surprise partnered local business owners with a Community Service Award and gift certificates for a free massage at Massage Envy and a free dinner at the Charlotte favorite, Mickey and Mooch restaurant. While they would love to recognize every hard working small business owner, this year they will start by first recognizing Indian Trail Hardware, Baxter Veterinary Clinic, and their local Sport Clips. Charlotte-area businesses looking to team up with Our Town America of Charlotte can contact Jane and Tom at 704-341-4982 or complete an online Contact Charlotte Form. Small businesses in any U.S. market can reach out to Our Town America’s corporate team to get in touch with their local representative.  Call by phone at 800-497-8360 or complete a Contact Form. Watch the clip below of Jane McElhaney on FOX Good Day Charlotte for full story. Brittany N. JohnsonBrittany is the head of Our Town America’s corporate marketing department. She specializes in digital and print media, social media, and public relations. […]

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