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Launching a Fourth Territory and Living the Dream

Money Pages has been such a triumphant venture for Ramona and Brian Long of Kennesaw, Georgia, that the couple is launching a fourth territory in April 2024. The Longs’ expansion will bring their total circulation to more than 150,000 households in Cobb and Cherokee counties northwest of Atlanta.

The Longs won Georgia Business Journal’s Best of Georgia™ 2023 as a regional winner in the marketing category and Best of Cobb for the fourth year in a row. Best of Georgia is the highest designation given to businesses based on the number of votes for their category. It’s well-deserved recognition for the Longs who have served community businesses with passion and dedication since 2019.

“It’s just been such a gift,” Ramona said. “It’s beyond being a successful business. It’s been so rewarding to be a part of other people’s dreams.”

Money Pages is a multimedia marketing company with extensive experience in direct mail, digital marketing and branding. The team helps local businesses reach their target audiences while saving consumers money. Creating partnerships is the Longs’ specialty. They collaborate with other business owners to build customized growth marketing plans to help them flourish.

“Being able to partner with local businesses and put them out there was something that was near to our heart,” said Ramona. “It’s small, local businesses that drive your local economy. This gives us a venue to make high-quality marketing strategies affordable for the local business owner, and we just love that aspect of it.”

Besides Money Pages’ flagship, high-quality magazine, several opportunities exist to create revenue streams.

“You can have multiple territories,” explained Ramona. “So one way to grow revenue is to have additional territories and expand page count. They also have specialty products like menus, postcards, flyers and the whole digital component.”

The couple acknowledges corporate support is paramount to their growth, thanks to the level of service the team provides.

“Being in this industry, you work with many other business owners. None of them can say they get the level of training and support and access to key players at the corporate level the way that we do,” Ramona explained.

Making Money From Day One: Ramona & Brian Long

Ramona and Brian Long earned a profit right from the start through their Money Pages franchise in Kennesaw, Georgia, when they launched in 2019. “When we started, Brian was still in corporate America, so I started from scratch myself for the first year,” explained Ramona. “All I did was the magazine; I didn’t do anything else. We were so blessed and fortunate that in my 30,000 Kennesaw drop, we were making money from day one – from issue one.”

Money Pages is a top multimedia enterprise with two decades of experience across magazine publishing, direct mail, digital marketing and branding. The company empowers local businesses to thrive, and communities to save money through its 360-degree marketing solutions.

For the Longs, Money Pages represented an affordable franchise opportunity with multiple revenue streams inside a resilient $70 billion industry, and an ideal second act for their careers. “We’re both children of small-business owners, and we had the same entrepreneurial dream,” said Brian. Brian retired from the corporate world when business took off, and the couple hired a sales team. “We have three territories and are probably launching a fourth next year,” Ramona said. Money Pages has also given the Longs the flexibility to participate in the lives of their five grown children.

The Longs have racked up some impressive awards as well. They won Best of Cobb three years in a row and were nominated for Best of Georgia 2023 for their industry. Ramona also won Kennesaw’s Local Businessperson of the Year in 2022 and Kennesaw’s Local Main Street Mentor in 2021.

Despite all the recognition, nothing is more satisfying to the couple than supporting community businesses. “It’s been so rewarding to be part of other people’s dreams and help them grow into realities,” Ramona said. We’ve got clients that have been with us since day one, and we’re just growing and growing,” she continued. “We couldn’t have asked for a better fit; we couldn’t ask for better support. The level of training and access to players at the corporate level we get every day is amazing.”

Money Pages: Write Your Own Pages of Success

If you were offered a minimal overhead franchise opportunity that allowed you to design your own schedule, champion businesses in your community and build relationships within a nationally brand-recognized and supportive infrastructure, wouldn’t you jump on it?

That’s precisely what business partners and friends Morgan Murphy and William Grinnell did when presented with the chance to invest in a Money Pages franchise – a franchise that operates in a $76 billion industry, according to the 2023 Direct Mail Advertising Global Market Report. Currently in the ramp-up phase, the duo’s Valdosta, Georgia, location will officially launch in September.

“I’ve seen the success of Money Pages,” confirmed Grinnell. “They’ve been around for over 20 years, but in just the last five, I’ve seen them grow a lot. Being on the outside looking in, seeing success not only in the company but in the community, it’s been really cool to see that.”

“From the moment I looked them up, I was interested because, frankly, there’s nothing like that product in this area, and it’s something new and exciting that we can bring to the people of our locale,” Murphy added.

Money Pages boasts a legacy of success that began with Founder and CEO Alan Worley’s vision to help businesses explode in growth while helping consumers save money. As the consummate multimedia agency, Money Pages utilizes a compelling mix of magazine publishing, direct mail, digital marketing and branding.

Worley has assembled a corporate team of more than 50 industry experts who support the development of every new market and will cement Money Pages’ successful future. Grinnell and Murphy have already felt the tremendous backing of the team in the first month of their in-market campaign.

“In those four weeks, they’ve already sent Chris Sexton, the vice president of franchising, and Marie Moon, the director of franchise development, into our market. They’ve each been with us here in Valdosta helping us connect with local business owners, showing us the ropes on best practices and positioning us to be a marketing leader in Valdosta,” said Grinnell. Though Grinnell and Murphy hail from a sales background (they co-own and operate an insurance agency), that personalized attention resulted in confidence and success in a brand-new market.

“They both came to market for a whole week, stayed here and got to know everybody in the area. Not only that, but the backend support anytime we need anything, there are at least five other points of contact that will respond in a timely manner if we need it,” Grinnell said.

The young entrepreneurs can’t wait to support and grow local businesses in a stable and proven organization that saw an astounding 30% growth in the last recession.

“We are young, we hustle and this is something we’re excited to do on the day-to-day. We’re really passionate about helping our local business owners and getting to know them. It’s as much about them as it is about us for this endeavor,” Grinnell said.

A Father-and-Son Team Breaks Records

Upon exiting the corporate world, Don Grindle prospected high-return, low-startup franchises that he could build and grow with his son, Walker. He hoped to find a scalable opportunity to secure his family’s legacy and guarantee personal fulfillment.

After one meeting with Money Pages’ CEO Alan Worley, the Grindles knew they found what they’d been seeking. Fast-forward to 2023, and they’re celebrating 10 years in business.

Money Pages, a leading multimedia company, empowers entrepreneurs through multiple revenue streams, including direct mail, digital marketing and branding.

“We were the first franchise,” Don explained. “We started our first franchise in 2013 and expanded the following year to our second. A few years later, we launched our Daytona magazine, and it’s been four years since we launched our New Smyrna location.”

The team dominates Volusia County, Florida, with magazine distribution exploding to over 117,000 homes. In 2019, they surpassed $1 million in sales.

The Grindles connect with local business owners to identify pain points and help them achieve brand lift. “That’s what our business is really about — building relationships and maintaining them,” said Don.

Walker leverages previous experience in hospitality to forge community connections. Don complements Walker’s sales acumen by engaging vast management expertise to drive and scale operations. The partnership has yielded increased clients, pages, and circulation every year in business.

“It’s been so fun over the years not only make money ourselves but help these businesses use us as a platform to grow their businesses,” said Walker.

And the Money Pages’ corporate office handles everything from graphic design to vendor negotiations, allowing the Grindles to be the face of Money Pages.

Not surprisingly, working together has strengthened Don and Walker’s father-son bond.

“It’s made our relationship so much closer,” confirmed Walker. “He is my best friend. I’m forever grateful that he gave me the opportunity to be in the position that I am and for what we’ve been able to build. I think the sky’s the limit.”

“I’ve loved seeing the company grow over the years,” added Don. “There’s nothing like being in charge of your own destiny.“

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In the Money With Multimedia Marketing

Money Pages is a multimedia franchise dedicated to helping local businesses grow and save consumers money. It offers cohesive, highly personalized marketing systems to reach target audiences backed by industry-leading support and technology. Money Pages harnesses the power of connection and community to help local businesses reach their desired consumers.

Founder and CEO Alan Worley launched Money Pages magazine in 2001 in Jacksonville, Florida, to help local businesses. That magazine is mailed to over 13 million households a year, across nearly 30 established corporate and franchise units coast to coast.

“2023 is another banner year as our Cobb County, Georgia, franchisee launches their third territory and our Volusia County, Florida, franchisee celebrates four territories and 10 years as a Money Pages franchisee,” said Worley. The model has been named to Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500® list three years in a row, including ranking No. 1 in the advertising services category in 2022.

Money Pages presents a compelling value proposition for potential and current franchise owners. “There are multiple streams of recurring revenue in a stable, multibillion-dollar industry,” said Marie Moon, director of franchise development. Revenue streams include the magazine, exclusive direct mail advertising, integrated digital marketing and the Money Pages mobile app. The value proposition isn’t the only aspect making Money Pages attractive for entrepreneurs. “It’s a proven recession-resistant model with a fast 90-day ramp-up to business ownership,” said Chris Sexton, vice president of franchising. “We have a best-in-class training program and industry-leading support.”

Owners can immerse themselves in the communities they love, as trustworthy, reliable resources that help local businesses grow. With tangible, trackable results, it’s easy to chart success. “It’s the best decision I’ve ever made,” said Don Grindle, Volusia County multi-unit operator.

“Money Pages has a proven system that we believe in. We believe in the marketing, we believe in what the publication can do for local communities and we believe in the power of our sales team,” said franchisee Ryan Zabinsky, who launched the business with his wife, Heather, in 2021.

With extensive training, ongoing coaching and exceptional technology, Money Pages is the right model at the right time.

Best Franchise to Own: Money Pages Multimarket Triumph

Money Pages, a leading franchise in the marketing and advertising industry, empowers entrepreneurs with affordable franchise opportunities offering multiple revenue streams. Taking the entrepreneurial leap has paid off for Money Pages franchisees across the country, who are reaping the benefits with impressive expansion and industry recognition.

“Franchising with Money Pages was the best decision I ever made. There’s no better business model or company to work with,” said Florida franchisee Don Grindle. “You can’t beat the low startup costs or the flexibility to work from home. We made money by our third month and we never lost any, even through a pandemic. It’s a proven investment.”

Now celebrating 10 years in operation, Don and his son Walker Grindle scaled to 1.4 million in annual circulation across four Florida territories. The business is Volusia County’s largest direct mail publication and is looking to add a fifth territory soon. Though the Grindles held no previous sales experience, they achieved over $1 million in sales by 2019.

“What we earned in a year of sales when we started, we make in a month now,” said Georgia franchisee Brian Long, who has seen similar success. “We’ve quadrupled our revenue, we’re winning awards and growing.”

Brian and his co-owner, wife Ramona Long, are celebrating four years of operation while launching their third territory this spring. The franchise grew from serving 30,000 households to 115,000, plus a robust digital revenue stream.

“It allows us to connect with and give back to the community,” said Long, after the team was awarded Best of Cobb for Advertising Services for the third year in a row. “And so much is thanks to the corporate Money Pages team. Unlike other franchises, they support us and offer training and mentorship. They treat us like family.”

To read more success stories or explore franchise opportunities, visit https://moneypagesfranchising.com/ or call 888-417-2552.

About Money Pages Franchise Opportunities

Money Pages connects local businesses with target audiences through the Money Pages magazine, direct mail and digital services. With over 13 million magazines in circulation annually, Money Pages offers franchisees everything they need to dominate their market. Recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 and ranked #1 in Advertising Services in 2022, Money Pages is one of the best franchises to own.

Money Pages Offers Owners a Recession-Resistant Business Model

The marketing franchise is an attractive choice for revenue during uncertain times.

As a possible recession nears, local business owners are looking for ways to market their products and services while consumers are searching for ways to save money. Money Pages, a 40-unit multimedia marketing franchise, helps local businesses and readers through direct mail and digital and video marketing.

A McGraw Hill Research study shows businesses that maintained or increased their advertising during a recession posted an average sales growth of 256% following the economic crisis. Companies who are continually advertising outpace the market share growth of other businesses by 2.5 times.

During the last recession, Money Pages experienced high growth in new businesses partnering with them to market services. The company also saw a big increase in coupon redemptions from consumers seeking to save money.

“Money Pages has a model that positions the brand to thrive no matter what the circumstances of the economy. businesses know their advertising and marketing efforts are more important than ever, and consumers are eager to use coupons to get the best value.,” said Chris Sexton, Vice President of Franchising.

Money Pages proved to be uniquely resilient during COVID-19, seeing its franchise system nearly double and company revenues hit record numbers in 2021. Direct mail and digital advertising have become prime ways for businesses to reach customers who spend more time at home.

Money Pages is prepared for the next surge of business helping companies continue to stay top of mind in their markets. The franchise’s multiple marketing channels help companies maintain a strong consumer-facing presence.

The Money Pages team is proud to offer a recession-resistant model to franchise owners, who can then offer a way for local companies to affordably advertise to market their products and services. Money Pages is always open to speaking with qualified new franchisees who want to help small businesses thrive in their local communities. With the economy’s current state, there is no better time than now to join the brand.

For more information on franchising with Money Pages, visit https://moneypagesfranchising.com/.

About Money Pages Franchising

Money Pages Franchising was launched in 2012 in response to ever-growing interest to bring the flagship Money Pages magazine, founded in 2001, to cities across the country. The system has since grown to more than seven states and over 13 million magazines in circulation annually. Our franchise owners come from a wide cross-section of backgrounds and experiences who share a common interest in being a part of their local business communities and helping readers save money. Entrepreneur Magazine ranked Money Pages #1 In Advertising Services category on the 2022 Franchise 500 and recognized it as a Top Low-Cost Franchise. Money Pages is the perfect franchise model for motivated entrepreneurs to bring an industry-leading local publication to their city! Call 888.417.2552 for more information.

Why This Money Pages Franchisee Says Investing in Multiple Territories is the Best Decision He’s Ever Made

Don Grindle, who operates four territories of the multimedia marketing franchise in Florida, explains why he’s thrilled to be a part of the brand.

Don Grindle, Money Pages’ first franchisee, has grown to become the brand’s largest multi-unit owner over nine years. He owns four territories of the direct-mail and digital marketing franchise that helps consumers and business owners reach their target audiences.

After previously being an executive leader of an international manufacturing company for over two decades, Grindle decided he wanted to control his own destiny and transition to small business ownership in his local community. He began looking into franchising, working with a consultant to discover a few different options and industries.

“Money Pages was the best choice and best fit of all the different franchises that we looked at. It’s the best decision that I have ever made,” said Grindle, who works alongside his son Walker, who is Vice President of Sales i.

Grindle signed on with the brand in 2013 to start the first franchise in Ormond Beach, then expanded operations to Port Orange the following year. In 2018 and 2019, he scaled to launch Daytona Beach and New Smyrna Beach magazines.

The investment has proven to be a lucrative one; in 2019, Grindle crossed over $1 million in sales. He serves about 120,000 households in his four-territory market, and is Volusia County’s largest direct mail publication. Grindle has also been looking at adding a fifth territory to serve the city of DeLand, which would give him “pretty much total exposure in Volusia County.”

Walker is a major part of that growth, Grindle said. He is constantly building relationships and trust with local businesses, and then maintaining those connections. They make sure to be active in the local chambers of commerce that they market to, which has helped expand the Money Pages name in the area.

Besides the impressive reach he has been able to build in his market, another one of the reasons Grindle felt so confident in continually reinvesting in the brand is because he appreciates the support of the Money Pages corporate team.

“We couldn’t do it without the support that we get from corporate. One of the things that really attracted me to Money Pages was the people and the positivity. You couldn’t ask for a better team or atmosphere behind the scenes,” said Grindle.

The Money Pages team echoes his enthusiasm, saying Grindle has been a vital part of the brand and its growth over the years. “Don is definitely a valued asset to our Money Pages franchise system. He has over 1.4 million magazines in circulation every year. We love seeing his journey and his growth; watching his success and seeing him hit those milestones has really been awesome to see,” said Marie Moon, Director of Franchise Development for the company.

For more information on franchising with Money Pages, visit: https://moneypagesfranchising.com/.

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Why This Consultant with The Entrepreneur’s Source Recommends Money Pages to His Clients

Bruce Krebs, career ownership coach, has seen his clients have great successes investing in Money Pages.

As a franchise consultant with 20 years in the industry, Bruce Krebs has placed clients with many different brands and types of businesses. There must be a personality fit between the entrepreneur and the endeavor they take on, explained Krebs, owner of The Entrepreneur’s Source Chattanooga. That’s why he recommends Money Pages, 40-unit multimedia marketing franchise, as a suitable option for any go-getters with great sales skills.

Krebs met client Jason Richardson at a networking event a few years ago. Richardson told Krebs he wasn’t making the long-term money he wanted at his previous non-profit job, so Krebs asked about what he was looking for in a career to explore if becoming a Money Pages franchisee would be a suitable fit for Richardson.

“He wanted his own business, to control his own destiny, have freedom over his time and build equity rather than building it for somebody else,” said Krebs. “He really didn’t want employees or overhead. He wanted something that had repeat business and that had little or no competition.”

Due to those factors, Krebs realized Money Pages would be a great franchise option for Richardson. He arranged for Richardson to visit the business’s headquarters in Florida, attend a discovery day and learn more about the opportunity. It wasn’t long before he signed on for three territories in the greater Chattanooga, Tennessee area.

Since becoming a part of Money Pages five years ago, Richardson has seen great success and has now grown to 48 pages in a recent edition. Krebs said Richardson’s driven personality aided him to make a presence in the community and forge valuable relationships with local business owners.

“He’s really a go-getter. He’s a people person, driven and not scared to go out and call on people and create relationships,” said Krebs. “It’s what you need to do in that business, and then follow up with the results they’re getting and have them sign up for additional months.”

The Money Pages team has offered dedicated support to aid Richardson in his successes. Krebs hears great reviews about what the corporate staff is doing to assist him with operations.

“Jason told me Money Pages has the best training and ongoing support of any franchise owner that I’ve known for a long time. Chris [Sexton, vice president of franchising] has come out many times to work with Jason and help him whenever he needs anything,” said Krebs. “They truly care about the successes of their franchise owners.”

The investment to open a Money Pages franchise starts at $107,500. For more information, visit https://moneypagesfranchising.com/

About Money Pages:

Money Pages Franchising was launched in 2012 in response to ever-growing interest to bring the flagship Money Pages magazine founded in 2001 to cities across the country. The system has since grown to more than seven states and over 13 million magazines in circulation annually. Our franchise owners come from a wide cross-section of backgrounds and experiences who share a common interest being a part of their local business communities and helping readers save money. Entrepreneur Magazine ranked Money Pages #1 In Advertising Services category on the 2022 Franchise 500 and recognized it as a Top Low Cost Franchise. Money Pages is the perfect franchise model for motivated entrepreneurs to bring an industry leading local publication to their city! Call 888.417.2552 for more information.

Why This FranNet Consultant Recommends Money Pages to Her Clients

Leslie Kuban has seen firsthand how clients she placed with Money Pages have amazing success with the multimedia marketing franchise.

As a franchise consultant with FranNet for more than 20 years, and having grown up in a franchisee family, Leslie Kuban knows a lot about the industry. In her role, she connects clients in all spheres of business and stays in touch with them to see how their ventures are developing along the way.

Leslie Kuban helped Brian and Ramona Long find the right franchise to invest in four years ago. She knew after hearing about what they were looking for in a business that Money Pages was a great fit. The 40-unit national marketing company advertises local businesses through direct mail and digital efforts.

“They definitely wanted more control of their schedule and time and more flexibility. They really wanted the simplicity of something where you don’t need a location, that you can operate it from home,” said Kuban. “They really wanted a community-based business, something where they would connect with other businesses and other people in their community. They’re both very social, very friendly people.”

The Longs chose Money Pages out of six or seven franchise opportunities that Kuban presented to them. In the fall of 2018, they signed on for the territory of Kennesaw in Cobb County, Georgia and had success with the business immediately.

“They were making money right away with the business. Ramona came on my television show Atlanta Franchise Today and said that even through COVID they thrived and grew,” said Kuban. “And they really are proud of how they were able to help their clients survive and quickly come up with new strategies to adapt to a totally virtual world.”

Kuban said she recently spoke with Ramona, who is “doing very well and is very happy with their business” as they power through their fourth year of operation. The Longs are especially thankful for the support that Money Pages provides franchisees, setting them up for success. And Kuban agrees.

“Money Pages has really been wonderful to work with,” said Kuban. “It’s very clear that they have their franchise owners’ best interests at heart and they want people to be successful. They provide the resources to help their franchisees be successful and continue to expand their businesses.”

The investment to open a Money Pages franchise starts at $107,500. For more information, visit https://moneypagesfranchising.com/

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