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Have you always dreamed about being an entrepreneur and owning your own business? Join Greg Macchia, a certified franchise consultant, as he interviews franchise industry pros to dissect, explore and discover franchise ownership.

Greg Macchia


    • Aug 3, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    Capturing the Game with Flyroute

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 51:14


    Joining me today is Collin CaffreyCollin is the founder and president  of FlyRoute.  Flyroute is an all-inclusive drone film service that helps athletic programs win more games by utilizing drone technology. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Collin Caffrey from FlyRoutehttps://www.flyroute.com/

    Franchise Opportunity: Mosquito Marshals with Chris Kimmel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 43:12


    Joining me today is Chris KimmelChris is the founder and CEO of Mosquito Marshals and Pest Marshals a two in one franchise model that offers mosquito and pest control for homes and businesses. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Chris Kimmel from Mosquito Marshals.https://mosquitomarshals.com/

    Score Big: N-Zone Sports Franchise Success with Dana Hansen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 41:10


    Joining me today is Dana Hansen.Dana is the co-owner and president of N Zone Sports Franchises.N-Zone Sports is an exciting  franchise opportunity that operates sports leagues, offering leagues for both youth and adults.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Dan Hansen from N Zone Sportshttps://nzonesports.com/

    Franchise Opportunity: Pink Zebra Moving with founder Ron Holt

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 41:17


    Joining me today is Ron HoltRon is the Founder of Pink Zebra Moving. Pink Zebra Moving provides unique and remarkable experiences for people in need of professional local moving services.  Pink Zebra Moving is disrupting the local moving industry by delivering a better, more positive customer experience. From a free meal delivered the night before a move to surprise gifts left behind after a move, Pink Zebra Moving makes the moving experience fun for its customers. Ron was also the founder of Two Maids & A Mop, a cleaning franchise.  In 2013 he was named to the 40 Under 40 list of University of Georgia alumni.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Ron Holt from Pink Zebra Moving.

    Franchise Opportunity: Mobility Plus

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2023 37:55


    Joining me today is Rich Peter & Spencer Jackson.Rich is the CEO and Spencer is the Director of Franchise Development of Mobility Plus.Mobility Plus the #1 Mobility Solutions Franchise, you have the opportunity to provide mobility equipment and home access solutions to veterans, seniors, the disabled, and caregivers of your community. With products such as scooters, ramps, and lifts, you are providing solutions to all users to safely navigate their home and independently "go where they want to go".I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Rich & Spencer  from Mobility Plus.  

    Voda Cleaning and Restoration with Dan Claps and Zach Nolte

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 47:04


    Joining me today is Dan Claps and Zach Nolte.Dan is the CEO and Zach is the COO of Voda Cleaning & Restoration. It's exciting for two franchise industry veterans to be launching Voda as business partners. Voda Cleaning & Restoration is elevating the standards of cleaning & restoration across the nation .Voda is a concept that practically offers TWO FRANCHISES IN ONE: Carpet and floor cleaning services produces consistent and predictable revenue immediately, which drives brand awareness and leads for higher revenue, insurance-paid restoration jobs.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Dan & Zach from Voda Cleaning and Restoration. 

    Suds and Success: Insights from Aaron Harper of Rolling Suds

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2023 30:00


    Joining me today is Aaron HarperAaron  is  the CEO and owner of Rolling Suds. Rolling Suds is the premier franchise for residential and commercial power washing. Using a proprietary method for power washing, The Professional Wash Method, Rolling Suds franchisees can move twice as fast with more efficacy than other power washers. After years of helping hundreds of entrepreneurs find their path to business ownership, Aaron decided to take everything he  learned in franchising and work toward becoming franchisor. He started searching for a service business he wanted to franchise. It was crucial that the business was recession resistant, had high margins, and a business that filled a need for both commercial and residential customers. Most importantly, he  wanted the opportunity to build a team focused entirely on the franchisee experience. After evaluating dozens of businesses, Aaron believes he found the right one. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Aaron Harper from Rolling Suds. 

    Grab Life By The Cannonballs with Mark Amery from Puddle Pool Service

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 32:00


    Joining me today is Mark AmeryMark is  also the Founder of Feels Like Friday Service Brands, parent company to multiple Home Service Brands including, Toodaloo Pest Control and Puddle Pool Services which we are discussing today. Puddle Pool Services has taken an industry in dire need of a clean up and streamlined it with a professional, modern, and technical approach.The Puddle Brand allows all their Franchise Partners the ability to run their entire business from their smart phone with Puddle's in-house app.  All of their clients receive top notch service with their "All In" price structure so there are no hidden fees. Their  E-Reports have all of the service details, real time photos and GPS location trackers that give their clients the service they have never dreamed of having.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Mark Amery from Puddle Pool Services. Remember….. Grab Life by the Cannonballs! 

    The Undercover Boss's Blueprint for Empire Building: Jeff Dudan's Story at HomeFront Brands

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 40:02


    Joining me today is Jeff DudanJeff is the Chairman and CEO of HomeFront Brands. Jeff  is a seasoned business builder, Undercover Boss, and former college football player. He went to Florida to paint in the wake of Hurricane Andrew and two years later launched AdvantaClean, a national restoration franchise that had 240 locations in 37 states when Jeff exited the company in 2019.  He is a published author, podcaster, Forbes contributor, speaker, and consultant to emerging brands.Homefront Brands is an organization that holds a number of emerging residential and light commercial property service franchised brands. Through their network of growth partners, leading support systems, and in-house consumer acquisition and customer care services, they accelerate growth for founders and their franchisees.Homefront Brands exist to inspire entrepreneurs to take action and positively impact communities, franchisees, employees, and families. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Jeff Dudan from HomeFront Brands.

    Franchise Opportunity: HHO Carbon Clean Systems with Thomas Fremont

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 32:17


    Joining me today is Thomas  Fremont. Thomas is the Director of Franchise Development with HHO Carbon Clean Systems.  HHO Carbon Clean Systems offers mobile preventative maintenance services for all internal combustion engines (gas and diesel) improving fuel economy, increasing performance, lengthening the life of critical engine components, lowering emissions, and most importantly saving customers money. For the cost of a premium oil change or a high efficiency air filter, HHO saves customers 9% on average for fuel expenses along with decreased breakdowns and downtime. With little to no competition in U.S. markets, HHO is a first to market opportunity. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Thomas Fremont from HHO Carbon Clean Systems. 

    Building a Winning Team in Mosquito Control: Lessons from a Former D1 Athlete

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 41:18


    Joining the show today is Des Stephens. Des is the dynamic owner/operator of Mosquito Shield in northwest Los Angeles. Des grew up in a family of both franchisees  and franchisors and was recently featured in Top Women in Franchising. Des is on track to set a record for first-year sales records.  The decision to purchase her franchise in April 2021 has indeed changed her life, allowing her to focus on her personal core values of health, happiness, and service.As a former D1 student athlete, Des is now encouraging other women to make their own bold statements through business ownership.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Des Stephens of Mosquito Shield Northwest Los Angeles. 

    The Franchise Fortune with Charlie Jebran

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2023 31:28


    Joining the show today is Charlie Jebran. Charlie is the Co-Founder of the accounting firm, Jebran and Associates.Charlie has a unique perspective on franchise ownership and a wealth of knowledge to share as he was a multi unit franchisee of Dunkin Donuts as well as an accountant. Having gained so much knowledge by running his two stores, Charlie began to provide advisory and tax services to operators of a variety of franchises.  He currently provides advisory services to franchisees of over 100 locations in the nation. Charlie is also the author of an upcoming book on franchise ownership. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Charlie Jebran

    Franchise Opportunity: Hawaii Fluid Art with Maya Ratcliff

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2023 37:21


    Joining me today is Maya Ratcliff, Maya is the Founder of Hawaii Fluid ArtHawaii Fluid Art is a unique retail establishment that features an art gallery  in the front and an art studio in the back.No experience is needed for the students and everyone is guaranteed to create a beautiful one of a kind piece of fluid art in class.Small groups, large groups, birthday parties, and corporate events are offered at Hawaii Fluid Art.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Maya Ratcliff from Hawaii Fluid Art

    Franchisee Satisfaction with Michelle Rowan from Franchise Business Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2023 34:35


    Joining the show today is Michelle Rowan, Michelle is the President and COO of Franchise Business Review.Franchise Business Review is a franchise market research firm that performs independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction, employee engagement, franchise buyer experiences and end-customer satisfaction.The firm works with hundreds of today's top franchises to share best practices in franchise relations and operations.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with  Michelle Rowan from Franchise Business Review

    Cliff Kennedy, CEO of Frios Gourmet Pops, on being a Happiness Hustler

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 28:45


    Joining the show today is Cliff Kennedy, Cliff is the CEO of Frios Gourmet Pops. Cliff has a cool story to share as he went from a Frios franchisee to buying out Frios and becoming the franchisor. Frios offers a low-cost, simple, mobile franchise system that sells prepackaged popsicles. The flexibility and low cost of entry allows more people to realize their dream of owning their own business. Their  tie-dye wrapped vans called “Sweet Rides” create a unique experience for their customers across the country. Frios franchisees are able to work multiple events in a day as well as have wholesale accounts in their territory.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Cliff Kennedy from Frios Gourmet Pops. 

    Franchise Opportunity: N-Compass TV with Patrick Brennan

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2022 23:18


    Joining me today is Patrick Brennan, Patrick is the Director of Client Services at N-Compass TV. N-Compass TV's Dealers are in 25 states and 90 Markets with over 2,900 indoor digital displays nationwide, N-Compass TV is the largest owner-operated indoor billboard network in North America.N-Compass TV is disrupting the Indoor Digital Billboard industry by providing a proven model for entrepreneurs to build a revenue generating business in a billion dollar industry.On the Indoor Billboard side, they  show their  dealers how to partner with busy local hotspots, organized by neighborhoods, to host a screen and then sell advertising. They connect communities by sharing local businesses' stories. On the Digital Marketing side, they  help their dealers identify good prospects, provide webinars, and implement solutions all local business owners need to be found by customers.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Patrick Brennan from N-Compass TV

    The American Dream with Adenah Bayoh

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2022 40:45


    Joining me today is Adenah BayohAdenah truly embodies the American dream. Escaping the civil war in her native country of Liberia at age 13, Adenah emigrated to the U.S. and has since become a successful entrepreneur. Having grown into a multi-unit owner of IHOP in her home state of New Jersey. After becoming a successful real estate developer, she decided to launch Cornbread in late 2017. Cornbread is a fast casual, farm-to-table soul food concept. Investing in people and developing the communities where she conducts business are at the forefront of all of Adenah's business ventures. For Adenah, economic development through her work means getting a chance to improve and empower communities. This is evident through the many giving back programs run at many of Adenah's restaurants from providing free space to nonprofits for community events to providing free meals to disadvantaged veterans.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Adenah Bayoh

    Franchise Opportunity: Best Option Restoration with Nick-Anthony Zamucen

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 37:01


    Joining me today is Nick-Anthony Zamucen, the founder and CEO of Best Option Restoration.Prior to founding Best Option Restoration, Nick was the founder of another successful franchise brand called Bio-One.  Nick was awarded Top 40 CEO's Under 40 from Business Diversity Magazine 2013. He is also a 3x published author, business strategist, and an award winning serial entrepreneur that has had tremendous success in various business ventures.Best Option Restoration is a trusted national leader in the disaster restoration industry.  They offer water,  mold and sewage remediation as well as  fire damage and storm damage restoration including contents cleaning. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Nick-Anthony Zamucen from Best Option Restoration.

    Entrepreneurial Journey: From public school teacher to an award winning multi-unit franchise owner

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 37:58


    Joining me today is LynnAnn Zazzali. LynnAnn is a former public school teacher who shares her entrepreneurial journey of becoming an award winning multi-unit franchise owner with The Learning Experience. The Learning Experience is one of America's fastest growing childcare franchises, currently ranked No. 68 in Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500. They are recognized leaders in the daycare and early education industry—with over 450 centers open or under development.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with LynnAnn Zazzali. 

    Secrets to a franchise roll up strategy with Brian Beers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 43:15


    Franchise Opportunity: Athletic Republic with CEO Charlie Graves

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2022 35:24


    Joining me today is Charlie Graves, the CEO of Athletic Republic. Prior to becoming CEO, Charlie had a decorated career as an entrepreneur and in athletics as he was an Olympic-level swimmer and professional triathlete.Athletic Republic is the industry leader in evidence-based sports performance training, offering programs appropriate for athletes of all ages. Over ONE MILLION athletes have taken advantage of individualized sport-specific training programs designed to enhance their speed, power, agility and sensory skills to gain more than just a step on their competition. Athletic Republic helps franchise owners turn their passion for sports performance training into a profitable business venture. Athletic Republic's performance sports training network totals 100 facilities throughout North America, Japan, North Korea and Australia.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Charlie Graves from Athletic Republic. 

    Franchise Opportunity: Eight Turn Crepe with Marleen Zhik

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2022 33:40


    Joining the show today is Marleen Zhik, the President of Eight Turn Crepe. Eight Turn Crepe is a Japanese fast casual creperie concept. Their crepes are made with high quality, organic or locally sourced ingredients that are naturally 100% gluten-free. They offer an array of both sweet and savory menu items.  Eight Turn Crepe has been in business almost a decade and franchising since 2019.  One location offers 5 different revenue streams; dine-in, take-out, delivery, a perfect on-the go handheld food for festivals and pop-ups of all kinds, not to mention a booming catering business. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Marleen Zhik from  Eight Turn Crepe. 

    Franchise Opportunity: Salty Dawg Pet Salon

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2022 49:13


    Joining me today is Co-Founder and CEO from Salty Dawg Pet Salon, John Kanski.Kanski founded Salty Dawg Pet Salon in 2018, when he noticed that typical grooming shops took his Springer Spaniel behind closed doors and left her in an anxious state during her visit. Kanski, a Paul Mitchell School owner with locations across four states, dreamed of redefining the grooming experience by creating an expedited process to teach licensed hairstylists and barbers to groom animals. Turning his dream into a reality, Kanski teamed up with Winn Claybaugh, founder and co-owner of Paul Mitchell Advanced Education (the franchisor of 100+ cosmetology and/or barbering schools operating under the Paul Mitchell School brand), and Gary Ratner, a lifelong expert in the beauty industry with over 40 years of experience in retail, real estate, store operations, and franchising.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with John Kanski from SAlty Dawg Pet Salon

    Franchise Opportunity: Chris Pash and Hallie Corbett from Ellie Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 36:03


    Franchise Opportunity: Jan Pro International with Gary Bauer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2022 37:00


    Joining the show today is Gary BauerGary is the brand president of Jan-Pro Systems International. Gary has over 30 years experience in the commercial cleaning and restoration industry with roles at ServiceMaster Clean, Service Master Restore and Orkin Pest Control. Founded in 1991, JAN-PRO Systems International's mission is to help people realize their dreams of business ownership through service industry franchising. As the #1 commercial cleaning franchise, JAN-PRO Cleaning & Disinfecting has a stellar brand reputation and thorough set of cleaning processes, support systems, and customer service standards that can help keep clients happy and your business flourishing.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Gary Bauer from  Jan-Pro Systems International.

    Franchise Opportunity: Island Fin Poke with Mark Setterington

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 34:23


    Joining the show today is Mark SetteringtonMark  is the Co- Founder and CEO of Island Fin Poke.  Island Fin is one of the fastest growing franchises in fast casual with Hawaiian style Poke served in a casual, laid back beach setting. Mark brings  30 plus years of high volume and multi unit restaurant experience to the concept. Hawaiian style poke is one of the fastest growing segments and they  offer 3 things: incredible food, remarkable service and a ridiculously easy operation. They  started this business to focus on family and decided they needed a much larger extended family and that is how they  treat each and every Franchisee.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Mark Setterington from Island Fin Poke

    Franchise Opportunity: Wicked Lick Ice Cream with John Smotryski

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 35:45


    Joining me today is John Smotryski.John is the co-founder of Wicked Lick Ice CreamWicked Lick was started as a dream of Founders in 2018 to slow down and enjoy life more, while also remaining an active part of their community. With rapid success over the last three years, the brand launched their franchising opportunity with the unique experience of Liquid Nitrogen ice cream, enticing all the senses. You know what they say, “If You Don't Lick It, Someone Else Will.” I hope you enjoy today's discussion with John Smotryski from Wicked Lickhttps://wickedlick.com/

    Franchise Opportunity: Storm Guard Roofing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2022 37:49


    Joining me today is Shane LynchShane is the president of Storm Guard Franchise Systems.  Storm Guard is the nation's 1st exterior restoration franchise company. Storm Guard has assisted over 11,000 customers with the replacement of roofing, siding, window and gutter projects resulting from hail or wind damage.Storm Guard  currently has 38 franchise locations and is looking to add 100 franchise locations in the next five years,  I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Shane Lynch from Storm Guard Franchise Systems

    Franchise Opportunity: Cinch I.T. with Rick Porter

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2022 38:55


    Joining me today is Rick PorterRick is the owner, president and founder of Cinch I.T franchise. As President, he manages Cinch I.T. Franchise in delivering best-in-class customer service and driving innovation. Rick was a member of the US Army's Special Operation Community, a Recipient of the Worcester Business Journals 40 under 40 and named one of the Top 10 Best CEOs of 2018. Founded in 2004 and franchising since 2019, Cinch I.T. is a managed computer and I.T. support brand that provides businesses with an enterprise level I.T. department for less than it would cost a business to manage their I.T. in-house. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Rick Porter from Cinch I.T. 

    Franchise Opportunity: Cyberbacker with Jason Stowe

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 32:39


    Joining me today is Jason StoweJason is the  Vice President of Franchise Development at Cyberbacker. With over 20 years of experience in franchise development under his belt, Jason has been responsible for tremendous success in the space. Jason got his start in the restaurant industry, co-owning and operating Bajio Mexican Grill. After selling the brand, he found that his passions lie with franchise development. Jason ‘s determination to help others achieve success through franchise processes led him to join the Cyberbacker team in January 2021.Cyberbacker is  the leading provider of world-class administrative support and virtual assistant services for businesses anywhere in the world. To continue providing premium virtual administrative support to businesses of all sizes across the globe, Cyberbacker is actively seeking franchisees who are business leaders with large networks and geographic influence. The franchise is targeting key territories in North America and the United Kingdom to continue their push to provide top tier support to businesses.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Jason Stowe from CyberBacker

    Franchise Opportunity: Upgrade Labs with Dave Asprey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2022 47:01


    Joining me today is Dave Asprey Dave is the founder and CEO of Upgrade Labs. Upgrade Labs is the world's first biohacking facility. Biohackers use cutting edge technology to exponentially improve your health at the cellular level.Dave Asprey is an entrepreneur, the founder of Bulletproof Coffee, a four-time New York Times bestselling science author, and host of the top 100 podcast The Human Upgrade (formerly Bulletproof Radio) with 200 million downloads and counting. News outlets like the Today Show, CNN, Wired, Good Morning America and Dr. Oz, have featured the “Father of Biohacking” because he started the biohacking movement and hosts the largest and longest-running biohacking conference worldwide. Working with world-renowned doctors, researchers, scientists, and global mavericks, Dave has spent 20 years and nearly $2 million taking control of his own biology and pushing the bounds of human possibility. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Dave Asprey from Upgrade Labs the world's first Human Upgrade™ Center. 

    Franchise Opportunity: TACT Crime & Trauma Scene Clean Up with Matt Lovasz

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 36:21


    Joining me today is Matt LovaszMatt  is the founder and CEO of TACT Crime & Trauma Scene Cleanup Franchise.  Prior to founding TACT, Matt was a former police veteran and  also a  former master franchise owner and head instructor in the biohazard industry. Matt has been featured on the A&E show Hoarders on multiple episodes.After building a very successful business in the biohazard and hoarding clean up industry, Matt decided to start T.A.C.T using everything he had learned in his police and biohazard careers and improve on them to create the ideal crime scene clean up franchise.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Matt Love Us from  TACT Crime & Trauma Scene Cleanup Franchise.  

    The Value Drivers of a Business with Marla DiCarlo from Raincatcher Business Brokers

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2022 47:06


    Joining me today is Marla DiCarlo.Marla  is an accomplished business consultant with more than 28 years of professional accounting experience. As co-owner and CEO of Raincatcher, a business brokerage based in Denver Colorado, Marla helps business owners get their business ready to sell so they find the best buyer and get paid the maximum value for their business. Raincatcher is different compared to other business brokers, not only because they care, but because they promise to always take the time to listen and recommend what is best for the company. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Marla DiCarlo. from RainCatcher.https://raincatcher.com/

    Franchise Opportunity: 100% Chiropractic with Dr Jason Helfrich

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 34:40


    Joining me today is Dr Jason Helfrich.  Jason  is the co-founder and CEO of 100% Chiropractic.  Founded in 2004 and franchising since 2015, 100% Chiropractic is a family of full-service wellness clinics that offer cutting-edge chiropractic care, massage therapy, and a full line of supreme-quality nutritional supplements through affordable cash plans and insurance acceptance.The brand has witnessed rapid success by setting itself apart from the typical chiropractic care center. Creating a spa-like atmosphere, using a customer service-driven approach, and using state-of-the-art technology, the brand has created an experience unlike any other.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Dr Jason Helfrich  from 100% Chiropractic.   https://100percentchiropractic.com

    Franchise Opportunity: Main Squeeze Juice Company with Thomas Nieto

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 56:36


    Joining me  today is Thomas Nieto. Thomas is the CEO of Main Squeeze Juice Company.   At Main Squeeze Juice Company, they take pride in their 100% Plant Powered, Cold-Pressed Juices. Their  award-winning, fresh and raw juices are made locally every day and cram 2-4 pounds of whole fruits and vegetables into each bottle.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Thomas Nieto from Main Squeeze Juice Company. https://www.mainsqueezejuiceco.com 

    Franchise Opportunity: Hello Garage with Jake Hamburger

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2021 25:06


    Joining me today is Jake Hamburger. Jake is the Director of Franchise Development with Franchise Fastlane.  Hello Garage has partnered with  Franchise Fastlane to handle franchise sales. Hello Garage was named one Franserve's “Fran-tastic 500” for 2021.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Jake Hamburger from Franchise Fastlane. 

    Are you a good candidate for franchising?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2021 24:15


    Joining me today is Mike Grecky. Mike is a good friend and fellow franchise consultant.  You may remember Mike from when he joined me for episode 1 of Franchise Hounds.  Today Mike and I discuss what makes someone a good candidate for franchise ownership. Mike and I had a lot of fun recording this episode and we plan to make our conversations a regular feature on the show. I hope you enjoys todays discussion with Mike Grecky from Grecky Franchise Consulting. 

    Franchise Opportunity: Moving U & Junk U with Dylan Cook & Steve Roscioli

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021 31:29


    Joining me today is Dylan Cook &  Steve Roscioli the co-Founders of Moving U & Junk U. In 2016 while students at West Chester University Dylan and Steve started a local moving and junk removal company. They realized pretty quickly that they wanted to share this concept with other entrepreneurs and started franchising the business in 2020. Moving U & Junk U recently awarded its first franchise location and have received interest in many markets around the country. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Dylan & Steve from Moving U & Junk U. Website: movingujunku.com

    Franchise Opportunity: Let Mommy Sleep with Denise Stern

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2021 36:59


    Joining me today is  Denise SternDenise is the Founder and CEO of Let Mommy Sleep. Let Mommy Sleep is the country's leading Baby Nurse and Postpartum Care service.The company offers a simple service: nurturing, overnight care to newborns and evidence based education to their parents.Let Mommy Sleep's innovative approach to customer service and the overwhelming need for care soon landed Denise on a national platform.  She was the US Chamber of Commerce Leading Woman-Owned Business in 2013, a Washington FAMILY Magazine Mother of the Year in 2016 and served on the elite White House Summit for Working Families hosted by President & First Lady Obama in 2014. Denise is also a sought after contributor to local and national media appearing on such outlets as FOXNews, NPR, What to Expect, Care.com, The Associated Press and the Washington Post.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Denise Stern from Let Mommy Sleep

    Franchising your business with Steve Beagelman from SMB Franchise Advisors

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 40:55


    Steve Beagelman is the CEO and Founder of SMB Franchise Advisors, a franchise consulting company that has assisted over 350 companies in growing their business through franchising. Steve is a senior level franchise executive with over 30 years of experience in the franchise industry.He is a frequent speaker at the International Franchise Association conferences as well as a regular  contributor to franchise industry publications and a recent contributor to a new book, So You Want to Franchise Your Business. Steve's passion for franchising is contagious. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Steve Beagelman  from  SMB Franchise Advisors

    Franchise Opportunity: Waters Edge Wineries with Ken Lineberger

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2021 33:14


    Joining me today is  Ken LinebergerKen  is the President of Waters Edge Wineries. Waters Edge Wineries  is a micro-winery franchise. They allow you to own a winery without the risk and hassle of owning a vineyard. They outsource all of the agriculture part of the winery business and simply import the crushed grapes from vineyards worldwide allowing franchisees to become independent producers of wine. Waters Edge wineries are located in urban, populated areas in retail space - they essentially bring the winery to the people!Waters Edge Wineries was recognized as a Franchise Dictionary Magazine Top 100 Gamechanger for 2019 and is part of Franserve's Fran-Tastic 500 for the past two years. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Ken Lineberger from Waters Edge Wineries 

    Franchise Opportunity: Squeeze Massage with Brittany Driscoll

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021 37:23


    Joining me today is  Brittany DriscollBrittany is the Co-Founder and CEO of Squeeze Massage.  Prior to founding Squeeze, Brittany was the VP of Marketing for Dry Bar and was part of the team that grew it from $30 M to over $100 M in revenue. Squeeze Massage is a completely fresh approach to a way better massage experience. Their revolutionary app-based booking and payment platform simplifies the process, making scheduling, paying, tipping, and rating easy, peasy, Squeezy.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Brittany Driscoll from Squeeze Massage.

    Franchise Opportunity: Home Clean Heroes with Joe Delatte

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 40:54


    Joining me today is  Joe Delatte.Joe is the President of Home Clean Heroes. Prior to becoming the President of Home Clean Heroes, Joe owned and operated a home services franchise that quickly became a top performer. Home Clean Heroes is a residential cleaning service franchise and part of the Buzz Franchise Brands family of franchises which includes British Swim School and Pool Scouts.Home Clean Heroes was recognized as a Franchise Dictionary Magazine Top 100 Gamechanger for 2019 and has been part of Franserve's Fran-Tastic 500 for the past two years. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Joe Delatte from Home Clean Heroes 

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    Franchising as an investment vehicle with Jon Ostenson of FranBridge Capital

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2021 24:04


    Joining me today is Jon Ostenson.Jon serves as CEO of FranBridge Consulting and Capital, where he and his partners own 17 territories across 5 property service franchises.Jon is the author of 'The Franchise Path' and is a frequent contributor and thought leader for publications on the topic of franchising and franchise investments. Prior to FranBridge, Jon was the President of ShelfGenie, an Inc. 500 franchise system with 200 locations.https://franbridgeconsulting.com

    Franchise Opportunity: Nutrition HQ with Ricky Hall

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 27:21


    Joining me today is Ricky Hall.  Ricky is the Founder and CEO of Nutrition HQ.  An emerging nutrition and supplement retail brand. Ricky was a former multi-unit owner of two other national nutrition retail brands and has taken the best of what he learned over a 25 year career to create Nutrition HQ.  Nutrition HQ  specializes general health, weight loss and  sports nutrition supplements while offering an individualized consultative approach to their customers. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Ricky Hall from Nutrition HQ.

    Franchise Opportunity: Fitness Machine Technicians with Sarah Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021 31:35


    Franchise Opportunity: Runningboards Marketing with Calvin McNeely

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 31:04


    Joining me today is  Calvin McNeelyCalvin  is the Co-Founder and CEO of Running Boards Marketing. Runningboards Marketing is a Digital Mobile Billboard Company and the first franchise of its kind. Their Digital Advertising Vehicle (DAVE for short) has high-impact LED screens to drive client messages right to their target audience. Runningboards Marketing was recognized as a Franchise Dictionary Magazine Top 100 Gamechanger for 2020 and a Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with  Calvin McNeely from Runningboards Marketing.

    Franchise Opportunity: Senior Care Authority with Laura Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2021 35:51


    Joining me today is  Laura AlexanderLaura is the VP of Franchise Development with Senior Care AuthoritySenior Care Authority is an award winning brand that offers Eldercare consulting. Senior Placement provides assistance to help identify the best location for seniors to live and be cared for at no additional cost to families. This unique service simplifies the otherwise daunting process of looking for assisted living and other care services, saving families time and money while helping to eliminate the stresses associated with this type of transition.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with  Laura Alexander from Senior Care Authority

    What is a franchise area developer? A conversation with Paul Dorsey from Jantize America

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2021 33:41


    Joining me today is Paul DorseyPaul is the General Manager of Jantize America which is a commercial cleaning franchise. Jantize America has a proven that this “Area Developer” concept will allow professional sales and marketing executives to capitalize on the $128 billion dollar commercial cleaning industry by the method of franchising.Paul and I discuss in depth what an “area developer” is, why Jantize America uses this model and how it works for all parties involved. I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Paul Dorsey of Jantize America https://www.jantize.com/

    Franchise Opportunity: Boulder Designs with Butch Mogavero

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2021 38:58


    Joining me today is Butch MogaveroButch is the CEO of Boulder Designs as well as another franchise concept called Border Magic. Boulder Designs builds incredible custom crafted Boulders. I know what you are thinking…..they sell rocks? Yes, and you have to check them out to believe some of these creations. In addition to Boulders they also design and sell Monuments, Business signage, Address Rocks, Benches , Mailboxes, Planters, Headstones, Fire Pits, Drink Dispensers, Dog Bowl Holders, Business Card Holders and anything else they can dream up. All of these creations and more can be seen at Boulderdesigns.net. If you’d like to learn more I would be happy to get you in touch with Butch and his team in Waco, TX at Boulder Designs.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Butch Mogavero of Boulder Designs.https://www.boulderdesigns.net

    Franchise Opportunity: My Backyard Sports with Michael Kraner

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 46:36


    Joining me today is Michael Kraner. Michael is the Founder, the CEO and the Chief Sports Officer of My Backyard Sports. My Backyard Sports designs and builds incredible customized courts such as basketball, tennis and pickleball for residential and commercial use.Michael has been recognized as a successful technology entrepreneur and past member of the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies. Michael started his first company as a college student at Cornell University and then took the company national upon graduation.Michael is an avid sports participant and fan and believes many of the greatest lessons in life are learned 'On the Court and Between the Lines'.I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Michael Kraner of My Backyard SportsWebsite: www.mybackyardsportsfranchise.com

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