Douglas L. Kennealey

Joy Works LLC, headquartered in Austin, TX, is the leader in the celebratory yard greetings industry, with over 500 locations across 46 states. Committed to spreading joy within communities and collaborating with local organizations, Joy Works offers a yard card and yard greeting rental service for various occasions such as birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, back-to-school, and birth announcements. Leveraging a purpose-built, proprietary technology platform, the company ensures a seamless customer ordering experience while empowering franchisees to efficiently manage their businesses. Joy Works has been consistently recognized as a top franchise by franchise business review and entrepreneur. Part of Five Star Franchising LLC, Joy Works is a company founded in 2014 by Amy Arnold, James Stanley, Jessica Stanley, and Josh Arnold. Joy Works was acquired by Five Star Franchising LLC on April 18, 2024.

Unleashed Brands Group is a youth enrichment platform that focuses on learn, play, and grow. Unleashed Brands Group is based in Bedford, TX and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company's portfolio consists of family-focused brands like Snapology, The Little Gym, and Urban Air. The company offers premier martial arts programs for kids and adults, as well as karate-themed birthday parties. The company is always looking for prospective partners who share their mission and values. The company was founded by Michael O. Browning and he has been the CEO since incorporation.

Radiance Holdings LLC is a company that represents a collection of premier brands in the beauty, wellness, and self-care sector. The company is based in Lakewood, CO, and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company is committed to investing in its brands, driving innovation, and helping their franchisees and their community of independent beauty professionals grow their businesses and improve their lives. Led by CEO Christina Kay Russell, Radiance's current brand portfolio includes Sola Salon Studios, the world's largest and fastest-growing salon studios franchise, and The Woodhouse Day Spa, the largest premium day spa brand.

D1 Training operates as an athletic-based training facility firm. The firm offers online, scholastic, rookie, boot camp, strength and adult training services. The company was founded by Will Bartholomew in 2001 and is headquartered in Franklin, TN.

Ellie Mental Health PLLP is a clinician-owned mental health care company that aims to transform the culture of mental healthcare by providing creative solutions and reducing barriers in accessing mental health services. The company is based in Mendota Heights, MN, and provides mental health care in-person and online. The company offers individual and family therapy, couples counseling, psychiatric medication management, and community-based mental health services. The company has 20 corporate-owned clinics and has awarded over 250 franchise licenses across 26 states. Ellie Mental Health's mission is to make wellness accessible in every community. Founded in 2015 by Kyle Keller and Erin Pash, Ellie Mental Health is rapidly expanding across the nation through franchising. Erin Pash has been the CEO since 2015.

International Franchise Professionals Group Inc. is a company that provides a platform for franchise consultants and brokers. The company is based in Parlin, NJ and was founded in 2012 by Don Daszkowski. The company offers a certified franchise consultant training program and can be contacted at 888-977-IFPG.

Accelerated Brands LLC provides consumer and commercial automotive services. The company is based in Winston-Salem, NC and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company was founded in 2012 by Justin W. Strickland.