March 2025

Sean Falk, CFE, CLCS

President Careertopia, Former Captain, USMC, VetFran Chair

VETERAN VOICES

“As a Marine Corps veteran, I know the value of teamwork and dedication. At VetFran, we’re committed to helping fellow veterans turn their skills into successful franchise businesses and achieve their entrepreneurial dreams.”

Master Your Mission: Franchising 101 for Veterans

Thinking about owning a franchise? Start with the essentials.

Watch our latest webinar, Franchising 101 – Unlocking Opportunities for Veterans, hosted by Jimmy Weeks, U.S. Air Force veteran. Hear from Lou Schager, President of Mosquito Joe and Navy veteran, and Josh Lien, Mosquito Joe franchisee and Army veteran, as they break down what it takes to succeed in franchising.

You’ll Learn:

The fundamentals of franchising and how it differs from traditional business ownership
Inspiring success stories from fellow veterans
Exclusive benefits and resources available to veterans pursuing franchising

WATCH THE RECORDING

Service to Success: Veteran Spotlight

From battlefield to business ownership — Josh Lien’s journey is a testament to the power of leadership and resilience. After two deployments to Iraq as a Medical Service Corps Officer, Josh transitioned into entrepreneurship as the owner of Mosquito Joe of Austin & San Antonio.

In this Q&A, Josh shares:

How his military experience shaped his success as a franchise owner
Practical advice for veterans ready to launch their own franchise

BE INSPIRED. READ MORE!

We Want to Hear From You!

Curious about franchising? Submit your questions and we’ll get you the answers.

SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION HERE

Pave the Way for Veterans: Your Path to Franchise Success

VetFran is here to help veterans like you take the next step toward franchise ownership. Gain access to:

Education & Industry Insights – Understand the franchise business model and what it takes to succeed.
500+ Franchise Brands – Explore a diverse directory of opportunities across multiple industries.
Exclusive Discounts & Incentives – As a thank you for your service, VetFran partners with leading brands to offer veterans special savings and support.

Ready to start your franchising journey? Contact Wendy Kunz at wkunz@franchise.org to learn more.

CONNECT WITH VETFRAN

April 24 | Pathways to Franchising, Dallas, TX | SAVE THE DATE

May 9-10 | IFA World Franchise Show: Veterans join us for free! | REGISTER

May 17 | Happy Armed Forces Day!

August 15 | VetFran Birthday!

October 8-10 | Business Beyond the Battlefield Conference Arlington, TX | REGISTER

October 28-29 | Total Force Conference, National Harbor, MD | REGISTER

November 11 | Happy Veterans Day!