Customer loyalty can be elusive for the average small business owner, and many entrepreneurs struggle to find the secret formula that makes customers want to come back to their business. Jason Kuriger is certainly not among that group. After just four years, Jason’s Mr. Transmission store has become a fixture in his comm ... read more

There may come a time in your career when you begin to evaluate whether you want to continue working for others, or whether you’d like to control your own professional destiny. If entrepreneurship is in your blood, answer the call with a business in a strong industry and a proven track record of success. There are thousands of franchises to choose from, so the decision might seem difficult at ... read more

This time of year we are all looking for great gift ideas for friends and loved ones. It can be quite a challenge, from finding something new and creative to getting a present for the person who has everything. Alta Mere, The Automotive Outfitters, may have the perfect solution. Alta Mere’s extensive selection of high tech accessories and driver safety produ ... read more

A special podcast interview with Greg Goodman, Alta Mere Franchise Owner in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Greg is a top-producing franchise owner from the Moran Family of Brands system and he shares his insight into the franchising world. Discussion areas includes: Benefits of having a franchise business. Doubts of starting a business Helpful tips for the “entrepreneurial way ... read more

For Moran Family of Brands, our convention is how we keep in touch, share what we’ve learned and celebrate system success. The 2016 Convention was no different. This has been a record-setting year, and we’re glad we had the opportunity to celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of our franchisees. Here is a recap of the 2016 Convention, our first since 2007! The convention took place ... read more

Veterans’ Day is a day to give thanks and acknowledgement for the sacrifices our armed forces make to keep us safe and secure. By giving up the things we take for granted, like time with their families, their safety and sometimes, their lives, members of the armed forces ensure that Americans don’t have to worry about attacks on our liberty or way of life. There’s nothing we can do to fully rep ... read more

What were you doing professionally before you became a Moran franchisee? John has been a master and L-1 technician for 30 years. In 2012 the couple opened Barebones Auto and Diesel Repair, which has become the fasting growing independent shop in their area. Jaime spent nearly two decades in PR and nonprofit fundraising. How has that experience helped you now t ... read more

When someone makes a difference in your life, they should be rewarded. The positive impact you have on others deserves to be recognized. That is the purpose of the Franchisee of the Year Awards, and Moran Family of Brands takes these honors seriously. This year, the winners under the Mr. Transmission brand were ... read more

When a colleague does something beyond what their job entails to help you, they should be rewarded; that is the guiding principle behind the Moran Family of Brands Franchisee of the Year Award. This year, Alta Mere franchisees voted on the Franchisee of the Year in their system, and they sele ... read more

People do phenomenal things every day, and most of the time, they go unnoticed. But that’s not how we do things in the Moran Family of Brands. To recognize the incredible impact being made by franchisees in the system, we recognize their accomplishments with our annual Franchisee of the Year Awards. This year ... read more