Multi-Unit Owners Celebrate Father’s Day With Recent Opening of Third Skincare Franchise
- Bob and Kera Hamilton are father-daughter business partners who own three FACE FOUNDRIÉ units in Florida.
- After 25 years in law enforcement, Bob moved into franchising. Much later, Kera, a registered nurse, joined her dad as FACE FOUNDRIÉ franchise owners. Bob has invested in three brands.
- Kera handles daily operations of the FACE FOUNDRIÉ skincare franchises; Bob leads overall business development and is their troubleshooter.
- They say upfront due diligence, clear communication and trust are keys for family businesses to succeed.
Bob Hamilton knew his daughter Kera already had a good head for business while still in her teens. Her early tendencies have blossomed into a father-daughter business partnership as co-owners of three FACE FOUNDRIÉ skincare franchise locations in Florida.
“While Kera was growing up, it was clear to my wife, Jill, and me that she possessed exceptional communication skills and a curiosity about business,” says Bob, a multi-unit, multi-brand franchise operator. “We encouraged Kera to pursue business electives in high school, where she excelled. Even after she completed her nursing degree and began working in a clinical setting, her interest in business strategy remained strong, making it evident that we should explore business concepts together.”
Family businesses like theirs generate 57% of the U.S. gross domestic product and employ 63% of the nation’s workforce, according to U.S. Chamber of Commerce statistics. Multi-unit franchise ownership, which has been key to the FACE FOUNDRIÉ system’s growth, is fairly common across the U.S., too: 19.3% of franchisees operate two or more units, per the 2026 Franchising Economic Outlook report of the International Franchise Association.
Their Franchising Duties and Portfolios
FACE FOUNDRIÉ, which specializes in “all things face,” including facials, brows and lashes, was Kera’s first franchise investment. A registered nurse and licensed esthetician, she oversees the daily operations of their FACE FOUNDRIÉ skincare franchises, including team development, marketing, guest experience, human resources, payroll and strategic growth initiatives. She concentrates on operational excellence, supporting leadership teams, and creating an elevated experience for employees and guests.
Bob leads business development and handles high-level oversight. He had served in law enforcement for 25 years before becoming a Planet Fitness franchisee in 2009, and he’s adding a 60th gym to his portfolio this year.
Appeal of FACE FOUNDRIÉ
Although Bob also has invested in multiple North and South Carolina units of 7 Brew, a drive-thru-only coffee shop franchise, the Hamiltons mainly have prioritized wellness and health as entrepreneurs.
“That’s intentional. We have always centered our work on helping people improve their health, confidence and overall well-being. The FACE FOUNDRIÉ franchise felt like a natural extension of that passion because it makes professional skincare approachable, affordable and accessible,” Kera says.
“As someone with a healthcare background, I appreciate that the brand focuses on results-driven treatments while maintaining a welcoming environment for all guests. This concept fills a gap in the market by offering high-quality skincare in a modern, efficient format, and I immediately saw the potential for both meaningful client impact and long-term growth.”
Bob agrees with Kera’s assessments and mentions the attractions of the franchise’s membership model and scaling potential. “We did our due diligence by meeting with Michele Henry [the brand’s founder and CEO] and the corporate team in Minneapolis. We were impressed by Michele’s leadership and vision.”
Working with Her Dad
Kera’s mother, Jill, as well as her father (pictured together below at grand opening), blazed the path toward franchising. “Growing up, I had a front-row seat to entrepreneurship and watched my parents successfully build and operate businesses together. Seeing their work ethic, commitment and ability to overcome challenges gave me the confidence to pursue business ownership myself. Partnering with my dad felt like a natural fit because I had spent my entire life watching him lead with integrity, resilience and a strong work ethic.”
Working with Bob gave Kera “an even greater appreciation for how calm and steady he remains during challenges. No matter what obstacle, he is able to step back, assess the situation and find a solution. He is also the fixer for all thing’s construction-related across our locations. If something breaks, he usually has a solution before anyone else even notices.”
Their co-ownership in the skincare franchise also has taught her to trust her leadership instincts. “Having my dad’s support has given me confidence and helped me recognize my own ability to make decisions and lead a growing organization,” Kera says.
For his part, Bob describes the collaboration as “one of the most enjoyable chapters of my career. Watching her evolve into a seasoned business professional over the last four years has been incredibly rewarding, and I have personally discovered how much I value the ongoing mentorship aspect of our partnership.”
Advice about Family Businesses
The Hamiltons enjoy working as father-daughter business partners, but caution that it’s not for everyone and requires an extra layer of due diligence before investing.
Kera says family members must ensure they’ll be comfortable having the honest, difficult conversations required when business challenges erupt. She further advises that family members must carefully protect their non-work relationships.
Bob counsels that all parties must share the same vision, clearly understand individual responsibilities, respect others’ turf and maintain a high level of trust. “Open communication is essential to balancing the family dynamic with personal responsibilities,” he says.
To Learn More
Visit FACE FOUNDRIE for details about franchise opportunities with the brand, which has grown to 80 units open nationwide since its founding in 2019.
