Do You Need a Franchise Lawyer? Here’s How to Tell

There are many specific details and intricacies to comprehend when it comes to understanding the ins and outs of franchising. Terms and conditions may seem “standard”, but you may be headed for trouble if the field isn’t in your expertise. It may cost you a few more bucks, but it’s money well spent to hire […]

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Setting You Up for Success!

Our CDO/EVP of Franchising, Paul Pickett sat down with Franchise Business Review to discuss the process of working with potential franchisees and what it takes to help them become successful Wild Birds Unlimited store owners.  Our wonderful franchisees Mark and Danielle Motley also joined the conversation to share their experience, as well as the support […]

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Welcome to the Flock!

Congratulations to Jennifer and Christopher Chrudimsky on the purchase of our Wild Birds Unlimited store in Wausau, WI! Jennifer said, “Working alongside my mom Lori, the previous owner for the last 9 years has been a beautiful journey! I’m excited to continue that journey as the new owner alongside my husband, kids, and the team at […]

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Here we grow again!

Get ready Lawrence, KS!  A Wild Birds Unlimited store will be coming to you soon!  Say hello to our new WBU store owner, Shawn Malone!  Shawn said, “after being a devoted Wild Birds Unlimited customer for many years I am extremely happy and excited to now be part of the flock as a new store […]

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Franchise Business Review Franchisee Rock Star Award

A very big congratulations to our Franchise Business Review Franchisee Rock Star award winners, Kevin and Linda Pillow from Kerrville, TX!  When Kevin and Linda Pillow purchased their Kerrville, TX store in 2007, they saw the potential in the WBU business and their ability to grow the business by getting involved in their local community.  […]

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The Dog Stop Franchise v. Wild Birds Unlimited: A Comparison

No matter how you look at it, people love animals. Whether that is through pet ownership or the love of wildlife, our affection for animals is creating big business. Globally, the pet care market has grown to $261 billion in 2022, up $16 billion from last year. Growing at rate of 6.1%, that number is expected […]

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The Difference Between Licensing and Franchising: A Closer Look

If you are interested in buying a business, there are a few terms that can be unclear and it’s important to comprehend them before making the leap. For instance, a common question is, what is the difference between licensing and franchising? Here’s a guide with that answer along with some examples. Franchising and licensing are […]

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Lets Celebrate!

Wild Birds Unlimited has a lot to celebrate this week! WBU was overjoyed to receive the Best Marketing Leadership Award, and took top honors in the categories of Best Digital Marketing Campaign, Best Limited Budget Marketing Campaign, and Best Franchisee Support at the Franchise Customer Experience Conference.  

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Here We Grow Again!

Congratulations to Kindell and Josh Tolmie on the purchase of the Wild Birds Unlimited store in Ottawa, ON!  This is Kindell and Josh’s second store as they also own the WBU store in Kanata, ON.  We are so excited to have Kindell and Josh growing with WBU!  Kindell said, “Since opening our 1st store in […]

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Here We Grow Again!

We are excited to announce that Danielle and Mark Motley have successfully purchased the Columbia, SC store from Jim and Jackie Kelly!  Mark and Danielle Motley currently own the Mount Pleasant, SC WBU store.  Danielle had worked in both the Mount Pleasant and Charleston SC WBU stores and then in 2011, Danielle and Mark purchased […]

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