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Captain D’s, the nation’s leading fast casual seafood restaurant, is setting sail in Ocala with the opening of its first location in the market on Tuesday, September 2. The new restaurant is located at 2510 SW 27th Avenue, Unit 101, in a newly constructed shopping center near College Road and I-75, one of the city’s busiest intersections.

Even with franchisor support available, there is a common concern that frequently surfaces for prospective franchisees: marketing. Let's demystify what this type of marketing looks like and how you can establish a strong presence in your local area, even before you open your doors.

Luciana Lorenzo is the owner of the Minuteman Press franchise in Orange, CA since May of 2021. On July 17, 2025, Luciana was presented with the Best of Orange 2025 Award for Promotional Products/Awards by the Orange Chamber of Commerce. Luciana shares, “I’ve been an active member of the Chamber since I started my business, and I even became their Spanish-speaking Ambassador. The Chamber has been an amazing connection point to the local community — through them, I’ve built strong relationships and grown my network. This year, there were 45 different award categories, and we were voted as the winner for Promotional Products/Awards! I can’t even explain how happy and proud I feel.”

Location is universally acknowledged as a cornerstone of success for franchises. However, site selection for a franchise is far more intricate than simply identifying a high-traffic area, including elements such as demographic alignment with your selected franchise, competitive landscape of the area, ease of access, and potential future development.

Kevin and Maribel Brown first opened the doors of their Minuteman Press franchise in Rancho Cucamonga, CA in November of 1996. For nearly 30 years, the Brown Family and their dedicated team have continued to set the standard for quality, service, and excellence. In 2025, Minuteman Press in Rancho Cucamonga has now raised the bar even higher by breaking their own record for monthly sales volume across the Minuteman Press franchise system. They are also long-time members of the Minuteman Press International President’s Club for top performers.