Folsom School Owner Credits Hard Work And Determination For Success
December 13, 2015
Kaylee Agaman takes a hands-on approach to her students and respective parents by remaining open and visible to them on a daily basis.
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Somerset Grand Opening
December 5, 2015
For the owners of The Goddard School located at the Shoppes at Pierce Street, running the township’s newest early learning center is literally like coming home again.
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Small Business Financing Made Easy
by The Goddard School Franchise’s Franchise Finance Team
November 16, 2015
Accessing capital for a new business can be an unfamiliar territory in the start-up process, so it’s not surprising when new franchisees have questions. Outside of securing home mortgages, many people have not had experience with commercial lending, much less government-backed loans from the Small Business Administration (SBA). This is one reason having the support of an experienced franchisor like The Goddard School Franchise can help make obtaining financing easier than navigating the finance process alone.
The Right Support
Without the right support, knowledge and guidance, the commercial lending process can be tedious. The Goddard School Franchise conducts an internal financial pre-approval screening so prospective franchisees are not awarded a license unless we feel confident that they will be financed. After an approved prospect enters into an agreement with The Goddard School Franchise, they work with the Real Estate Department to decide whether to lease or purchase a building. A member of the Franchise Finance team is available to review the finance options for both. After the site is secured, our team guides the franchisee through every step of the finance process. We explain commercial lending practices, offer resources and contacts, answer questions, provide insight and feedback and serve as a liaison between our franchisee and the lenders.
The Goddard School Franchise’s Franchise Finance Department addresses questions, provides guidance and communicates directly with the lenders to help avoid surprises along the way. We want our franchisees to have the same confidence in their loan as they do in The Goddard School brand.
Our Franchise Finance team creates an allocation of funds for each project; provides necessary templates, such as business plans and projections; directs franchisees to financing sources; reviews loan proposals and commitment letters to ensure the loan is structured properly, covers all project costs and offers competitive terms; and assists with the loan closing. This support can definitely help the finance process go more smoothly.
The Right Resources
Due to the record demand for childcare and The Goddard School Franchise’s success, reputation and unrivaled support, The Goddard School system is an approved franchise concept for many national and local lenders. We also meet the criteria for SBA eligibility, and our Franchise Finance team has great relationships with many national SBA lenders. We have one main contact with each lender who is already familiar with our model and lending needs. Most of these lenders are part of the SBA’s Preferred Lender Program, which allows them to approve SBA loans in-house. These valuable relationships result in competitive terms and a streamlined process for our franchisees.
The Goddard School Franchise makes the financing process easy for our franchisees by providing great resources, a strong business model, superior support and knowledgeable employees. We pride ourselves on finding the right lender and terms for each franchisee, and we look forward to working with prospects who are considering joining The Goddard School family!
The Goddard School Breaks Ground on Campus Drive in Florham Park
November 2, 2015
The mayor, council board members, franchise owners and vice president of franchise development for Goddard Systems, Inc. celebrated the groundbreaking of The Goddard School located on Campus Drive in Florham Park. The Goddard School prides itself on its learning through play curriculum and dual management system.
The Goddard School Names Top 10 Educational Toys For 2015 As Tested By Preschoolers
November 2, 2015
Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), the national franchisor of The Goddard School® preschool system, one of the largest early childhood education organizations in the nation, gave preschoolers the job of a lifetime when it asked them to test some toys!
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Under Construction in Medina
October 30, 2015
Reported to be “a welcome addition to the rapidly growing area,” The Goddard School is projected to open in 2016.
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Hollenbach Construction builds new Goddard School
October 21, 2015
Hollenbach Construction, Inc. is building a new 10,000 square foot Goddard School in the Providence Corporate Center in Collegeville.
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Lessons in Good Giving: Why Companies Are Aligning Social Change with the Corporate Mission
October 1, 2015
How companies that prioritize social change are using philanthropy to make it happen—and what they’re getting back.
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THE SCIENCE AND ART BEHIND SITE SELECTION- JIM DIRUGERIS, VICE PRESIDENT OF FRANCHISE DEVELOPMENT
September 23, 2015
I speak with many prospective Goddard School franchisees from a wide variety of professional backgrounds. Two of their common concerns are not knowing where in a preferred market a School will be located and not knowing how Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI) will assist them in finding that location. Many people are uncomfortable with commercial real estate due to their limited experience in residential real estate and the more complex set of regulations in commercial real estate. Selecting a suitable site is both an art and a science.
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THE SCIENCE AND ART BEHIND SITE SELECTION- JIM DIRUGERIS, VICE PRESIDENT OF FRANCHISE DEVELOPMENT
September 23, 2015
I speak with many prospective Goddard School franchisees from a wide variety of professional backgrounds. Two of their common concerns are not knowing where in a preferred market a School will be located and not knowing how Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI) will assist them in finding that location. Many people are uncomfortable with commercial real estate due to their limited experience in residential real estate and the more complex set of regulations in commercial real estate. Selecting a suitable site is both an art and a science.
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Illinois Business Journal – Franchisee Profile
September 9, 2015
After spending more than two years on her due diligence, Burrows broke ground in Edwardsville with The Goddard School franchise in 2008. Locating the 10,000-square-foot building in the Park at Plum Creek, nestled in the woods with a stream just behind the playground, was a conscious decision.
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Florham Park is No. 1 On Our List of Top Towns
September 1, 2015
Drive through Florham Park on Columbia Turnpike, and you might think all the Morris County borough has to offer are strip malls and corporate campuses. But tucked away beyond the main drag you’ll find a tidy and tightly knit suburb that works hard to keep its history and sense of community alive. Growth continues. The Goddard School, a national chain of private preschools, is building a facility at the Park Avenue business campus within the next 18 months.
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Everything Knoxville – Harden Valley’s Goddard School
September 1, 2015
As the daughter of immigrant parents who owned and operated a small business as I was growing up, I’ve experienced entrepreneurship on many different levels. But never did I imagine the response that we have received from parents since my husband, Don, and I launched The Goddard School here in Hardin Valley. While it is the goal of every business owner to satisfy their customers, it’s difficult to express the overwhelming and positive response we receive from our students’ parents.
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Entrepreneur - Are People Your Passion? Here Are 111 Franchises That Might Suit You.
August 25, 2015
If you’re considering buying a franchise, it makes sense to start with what you love. And if your passion is people, you’re in luck—the franchise world offers a variety of businesses that are all about serving members of your community, from tots to seniors, and everyone in between.
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The Franchise Mall – Franchising: Definition & Top Opportunities
August 22, 2015
In any major world city — and even many smaller towns — you're likely to find numerous franchise businesses lining the streets. Chains like Starbucks, McDonald's and Walmart are everywhere nowadays, and for good reason: Many entrepreneurs pursue franchising because it allows them to run their own business while reaping the financial rewards of a well-known brand name.
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Business News Daily – 40+ Franchises For Every Budget
August 12, 2015
There's a good reason franchising is so popular among entrepreneurs: The risk that comes with starting any new venture is much lower when you have a proven business model and an in-demand product. Investing in a franchise means giving yourself a greater chance of success, because you have brand power and support behind you.
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The Patch – The Goddard School Opens in Herndon
July 27, 2015
The Goddard School, a franchised preschool system, has recently opened a location in Herndon, VA, owned and operated by Shifali Saini.
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Wicked Local Saugus – Goddard School being constructed on Saugus Fellsway
July 24, 2015
A school for early childhood development is in the works on Lynn Fells Parkway in Saugus, scheduled to open in the winter of 2016.
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Chicago Tribune – National Day Care Center Set to Open School in Skokie
July 23, 2015
A national child day care center will occupy the former site of a Comcast service center on the 9600 block of Gross Point Road, under action taken by the Skokie Village Board.
The Village Board Monday, July 20, unanimously approved a special use permit for Goddard School, which allows the school to raze an abandoned building on the property, once home to the Comcast center.
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Press & News – Goddard School Gets Oks for Medina Location
July 23, 2015
Goddard School, Tuesday, July 7 got approvals from the Medina City Council that will enable Aaron and Lisa Amic to bring a new school franchise to a vacant commercial site near Target in Medina Clydesdale Marketplace.
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Forbes - CEOs Reveal The Secrets To Motivating Employees To Perform At Their Peak
July 7, 2015
Four ways to motivate employees to perform at their peak.
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Franchising.com - Premier Preschool Now Open For Enrollment To The Grand Rapids Community
June 30, 2015
Prior to joining The Goddard School, Lindsey worked in marketing and non-profit management as well as for the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce in South Carolina. Lindsey decided to franchise with The Goddard School in order to combine her interest in childhood education with her business experience and further expand the one-of-a-kind learning program in the Grand Rapids community.
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Grand Rapids Business Journal – Preschool Opens Location
June 26, 2015
A preschool franchise known for teaching children through a play-based curriculum is opening its second location in the market.
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Philadelphia Business Journal – People on the Move
June 24, 2015
Paul Koulogeorge, Vice President of Marketing, Advertising and PR at Goddard Systems, Inc., will effectively communicate The Goddard School differentiators to communities and potential franchisees by creating innovative campaigns aiding the continued growth and success of the franchise.
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Franchising.com - The Goddard School's Dynamic Learning Through Play Curriculum Comes To Pittsburgh, PA
June 22, 2015
Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), the franchisor of The Goddard School® preschool system, announces its newest school in Pittsburgh, PA at Millcraft Investments' downtown property, Piatt Place in now enrolling. Located at 301 5th Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, the new school is owned and operated by franchisees, Matt and Dina Speranza.
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Philly.com – People in the News
June 20, 2015
Goddard Systems, Inc., a King of Prussia-based preschool franchise, has hired Paul Koulogeorge as vice president of marketing, advertising and public relations. He had been vice president of global marketing at DFC Global Corp.
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Franchising.com - Award-Winning Preschool Franchise Brings On Experienced Marketing Veteran
June 2, 2015
The Goddard School Names Paul Koulogeorge Vice President Of Marketing, Advertising and PR.
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Front Porch – New Preschool’s Philosophy: Fun Leads to Learning
June 1, 2015
The Goddard School, which opened May 11 in north Stapleton, is part of a preschool chain with a difference. “Owners are on-site full time to get things done,” said Lance Shimomura, co-owner of the new school with his wife, Michele. “You are leaving your child here, so you want to know that the main point person is available at all times. Nobody needs to call a corporate office somewhere else in order to get something fixed.”
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Business News Daily – 8 Reasons to Consider Franchising
May 11, 2015
Paving the way for a new business isn't easy. But what if you could have all the benefits of being an entrepreneur with the resources of a bigger company? Opening a franchise might just be the right path for you.”
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Yahoo! Small Business – 5 Business Lessons from the Big Boxing Match
May 8, 2015
You’re running a marathon, not a sprint. Many businesses are so consumed with the here and now that they forget that longevity is key to success. In boxing, it’s about landing points throughout the entire match. Aiming for a knockout is the quick way to win, but it’s also the hardest and the riskiest.
Joe Schumacher, CEO of Goddard Systems, Inc., a national early education franchise with over 400 schools in 35 states, is all about responsible growth, says our source. The system takes a long time to evaluate potential franchisees to ensure they’re a fit for the brand, rather than just accepting anyone and everyone with cash to open a school. Responsible growth is also about ensuring that there is enough support from the top for every franchisee. Growing too quickly would reduce the ratio of support available to franchisees, and the whole system would suffer.
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Franchise Times - Education brands target dense locales
May 1, 2015
A booming economy coupled with a rising number of businesses and young professionals and families with children moving to downtown Pittsburgh prompted Matt and Dina Speranza to open a new Goddard School there. The Speranzas are investing $2.2 million to open a nearly 13,000-square-foot facility projected to open in July with offerings including infant and kindergarten programs. Parents working downtown will be able to drop kids off and visit them during the day. The Speranzas own two Goddard Schools and co-own a third one in the Pittsburgh area.
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