FranPath Consulting Podcast

Sam and Emilio chat with Cascadia Pizza co-founder Thomas Reinhard and Franchise Fastlane VP Carin Skowronsky about their unique wood-fired pizza franchise. Thomas shares his journey from law school to pizza entrepreneur, while the team breaks down Cascadia's innovative three-pronged business model, combining brick-and-mortar locations with food trucks and catering. With authentic wood-fired ovens from Italy and a digestible proprietary dough blend, this community-focused brand is disrupting the pizza industry. If you're looking for a franchise opportunity that combines quality, community, and multiple revenue streams, this one is worth a bite (and listen).

Sam and Tera are joined by Brigham Dallas, Founder and CEO of Hello Sugar, a hair removal concept sweeping the nation. If cutting-edge marketing, a strong go-to-market strategy, and revolutionary AI peak your interest, then this one is for you.

Sam is joined this week by Jamie Major and Brandon Johnson, a friend of FranPath. Brandon has a rich franchise history that includes Subway and Chick-fil-A. The trio dissects what it really entails to be a semi-passive business owner. Listen to see if it's right for you.

Sam is joined by her client, Sean Daugherty, to talk about his first two years of business, what he's learned, how he leads, and why it always comes down to the people. 

With two decades of experience in the franchise space, Emilio Soli joins the FranPath team as an expert in building, scaling, and selling businesses. His pragmatic approach to selecting the best franchise empowers clients to jump into entrepreneurship and invest in themselves.

Sam is joined by Will Siegel of 2nd Family, an in-home care business for seniors. As the population continues to age, families are faced with hard decisions about how to care for loved ones. 2nd Family provides a model to help ease this transition while creating a profitable business for its franchisees. This one is for you if you want a business with a heart.

Sam and Jamie speak with Jamie's clients, Eric and Jenni Leserman, about their unexpected journey to franchise ownership, the reality of semi-passive business investing, and what the day-to-day looks like for two parents who are working and owning their own future. If you think you can't do it all, this one is for you. 

Sam is joined by Michael Hartel and Jason Howell of Cabinet IQ. They discuss what it takes to disrupt an industry, why hard work always pays off, and how to grow with integrity.

Tera Thomas joins Sam to learn more about her unique background and how it shapes her work with clients, helping them fight fear and make decisions. 

Sam sits down with Brent to discuss his journey to the business side of franchising, the eleven businesses that he has owned, and how he helps clients make their own dreams come true.

Sam and Jamie dig into fear and how it motivates and paralyzes people. This is a deep dive into what you must overcome to be a successful entrepreneur.

Sam answers some of the most frequently asked questions that FranPath consultants encounter when working with clients. Take 20 minutes to see if franchising may be the investment fit you've been missing.

Sam and Ciara are joined by the team from beauty industry disruptor Waxxpot; Manny Guzman and Mike Abramson join the ladies to drop knowledge and dispel myths. Find out why this new business is all the buzz with its male and female clientele, how they have some of the strongest numbers in the beauty space, and why the hair removal space is nowhere near saturated.

Sam is joined by Dennis Jackson and Cary Tober from the Rep'M group to discuss how a brand can remain relevant in this ever-changing environment. They hit on the big three things to consider when analyzing businesses and how marketing can make or break a brand. 

Sam interviews her client and friend, Luisa Del Rosal, about the ups and downs of the first year of business ownership. She talks about the high highs and low lows that come with being an entrepreneur. 

Sam is flying solo, as the entrepreneur scheduled for the episode had a work emergency! This is business ownership in real-time. She answers questions from followers on Instagram about the franchise world.

Sam and Jamie are joined by Jacob Hanika, the CDO of Live Hydration Spa. Live Hydration is the future of medicine, providing concierge medical service and aesthetic offerings in a private and serene environment. Find out more about this amazing brand NOW!

Sam is joined by Ciara and guest Bobby Brennan of Front Street Equity Partners. Bobby is an industry veteran and incredibly well-respected in the franchise space. He shares what the ingredients are for profitable and sustainable brands. 

Sam and Jamie are joined this week by the amazing team from Pool Werx, an Australian brand that is taking the US by storm. CEO Andrew Kidd and Jeff Powell, VP of Franchise Recruitment, share with our listeners why a pool business can be wildly profitable and personally fulfilling for investors.

Sam and Britt discuss current trends, which businesses will endure, and which may just be a bust. This episode is full of invaluable information about the industry at large. 

Sam is joined today by her longtime friend, Anna Thompson. Anna owns a successful hair salon and is a veteran of the beauty industry. In a different turn of events, Anna and Sam discuss why franchising was not the right fit for Anna at this time. Learn why the beauty industry is recession-resilient, why franchises may not be right for you, and what it really takes to build a $1M+ business. 

Sam and Ciara talk about some of the touchy subjects they have to broach with clients, the cost of missing an opportunity, and why being a business owner isn't for everyone. This is an honest chat with two franchise industry experts.

2024 is well underway, so it is time for a quarterly discussion with Sam and Britt. They share their productivity tips,  thoughts on driving growth in a new business, and believing in yourself when it may seem impossible.

Sam and Jamie discuss the power of a network as business owners. Helping others in business is a privilege, and requesting help from others takes a certain amount of humility and audacity. These two provide real-life tricks and tips about building and maintaining a network that will sustain her business today and in the future.

Sam and Jamie dig into fear and how it motivates and paralyzes people. This is a deep dive into what you must overcome to be a successful entrepreneur.

This week, Sam and Ciara are joined by Jeff Tomaszewski, Chief Life Changer at Max Strength Fitness. Jeff explains how Max Strength has changed what working out and getting in shape means to the masses. By bringing a different workout to an underserved demographic, this brand is the next big thing!

Sam and Britt are joined by Stephen Schiller, the Chief Growth Officer of Eversmith brands to talk all things Kitchen Guard. This is a recession-resilient business that is regulated by the federal government. If you are looking for stable over sexy, this one could be it. 

Sam and Jamie are joined on the podcast today by Brandon Johnson and Jessi Walter Brelsford from Taste Buds Kitchen. How does a Harvard-educated Wall Street alum become the founder and franchisor of a culinary experience franchise? How does a side hustle become a national brand? Can your passions be wildly profitable? If you want to know the answers to these questions and so much more, listen to this episode!

Sam and Ciara are joined this week by Brandon Stewart, CEO of Hydralive. This unique multi-modality health brand allows clients to feel better and accomplish more, giving franchisees a profitable option to pursue their passions. This model proves that when passion meets profits, magic can happen.

Sam and Jamie are joined by Julie Cartwright, President of Pvolve, a patented, medically-backed franchise currently sweeping the nation. We are always looking for very differentiated brands in the fitness space, and Pvolve has it all! They offer patented equipment, a proprietary method backed by clinical data, AND we can't forget that brand partner Jennifer Aniston was a secret fan before joining their team. If you love health and wellness, this one is for you.

Sam and Britt discuss the ups and downs of owning businesses, their personal whys, and how to navigate jumping into entrepreneurship. The episode is real, raw, and full of insight into building an empire.

Sam and Jamie are joined by Jamie Lavigne, VP of Franchise Development at Resting Rainbow, a pet memorial and cremation franchise. This brand is not all that you would expect. While there is an undeniable somber aspect, Resting Rainbow brings peace to many grieving pet parents. If you're looking for a brand with little competition, a high EBITDA, and the ability to serve the community, then give this podcast a listen.

Sam and Ciara interview Chad Hartley, the founder and CEO of Stella's Ice Cream. Stella's is a new ice cream brand sweeping the nation. If you are looking for the intersection of passion and profit, look no further than this podcast. I scream you scream, we all scream for Stella's Ice Cream!

Jesse Hudson from Carpool by Franchise Fastlane joins Britt and Sam to discuss a new amazing initiative by North America's largest franchise sales organization to help emerging franchise brands start off on the right foot. This first-of-its-kind program will help franchisors be stronger and more prepared for the franchisees they bring into their systems. Listen to learn more about the inner workings of this amazing concept. 

Sam is joined this week by John Taylor of REP'M and Nick Lobert and Derek Shewman of HOMEstretch, a new franchise that is sure to have investors excited. HOMEstretch provides a win-win-win solution for homeowners, real estate agents, and business owners by being a one-stop shop for prepping homes to be sold. With a moderate investment and impressive return, this business breeds excitement!

Sam and Jamie dig into fear and how it motivates and paralyzes people. This is a deep dive into what you must overcome to be a successful entrepreneur.

Sam and Britt recap their wins from 2023 and look forward to the year ahead. What makes a good franchise owner, and could it be you?

Sam and Britt wrap up the year with their top brands and concepts from 2023 and also look forward to 2024 and what to expect in the franchise market. This is an episode with insider information, so sit back and enjoy the chat. 

Sam and Jamie are joined by record-breaking first-year franchisee Rachel Duggan. Rachel discusses integrating into a new community, doing it all, and being a drain-cleaning damsel. She also breaks down how she analyzed franchise brands and how she ultimately ended up in the plumbing space. If you like people who trust their guts and mean what they say, this one is for you!

Ciara and Sam are joined on this episode by the team from The Tox. Courtney Yeager, founder and CEO discusses how her vision for health and wellness is sweeping the nation; she is committed to changing the idea of what "wellness" represents and determined to create successful franchisees along the way. Gabby Sacco, Director of Development for Franchise Fastlane digs into who is the right fit for this brand and what they can expect. Hint: if you're passionate about health and love high margins this one is for you!

Britt and Sam are joined by Allan Young and Spike Albrecht from the Art of Drawers. The Art of Drawers is more than home organization; it turns frustration and pain in the home into joy and love. This franchise is primed for growth with an experienced franchisor and systems that are sure to propel the success of their franchisees. If you're interested in a low-overhead business with an incredible return, the Art of Drawers is worth exploring. 

Sam and Jamie sit down with Carmelo Marsala, the founder and CEO of SprayNet. Carmelo talks motivation, innovation, and the driving force behind his need to continue to reinvent the painting space. Building a brand takes grit and drive, and the FranPath team digs into what is behind the explosive growth of this brand.

Brittany and Jamie are joined by David Blue and Christina Rodgers from Window Hero. This scalable business can be run semi-absentee and is paired with a back office that allows the business owner to focus on revenue-generating activities.  If you are looking for something that plays in the B2B and B2C space, is recession-resilient, and has multiple revenue streams this business may be for you.

Sam and Britt are joined by Magen Bynum and Bobby Brennan to discuss Magnolia Soap and Bath. This is a business that was born out of the need for a cleaner product alternative and has grown into an amazing franchise brand. Magnolia marries community, clean beauty, and necessity to create a business that checks both the profit and passion boxes!

Britt and Sam are joined on this episode by Michael O'Driscoll, President of Franchising and COO of Homefront Brands. Michael has spent over 35 years in the franchise space, starting in Australia and eventually finding his way to the US franchise space. He works with the six brands in the Homefront Brands portfolio to ensure the success of franchisees in the system. 

Ciara and Sam are joined by Casey Ridley and Nancy Baio from the Designery. The Designery is a one-stop shop for kitchens, baths, and closets; it is a mid-market disruptor that plays in both the B2B and B2C space. Listen to this one if you're interested in amazing margins, a very small footprint, and an industry ripe for disruption.

Sam and Britt celebrate 100 episodes by reflecting on the last few years in business, all of the growth they've experienced, and speaking with their mentor, Jen Cain. Jen talks about her impressive career and how she helps business owners take calculated risks on a daily basis. 

Sam is joined by Zack Dudan of Homefront Brands and Todd Bingham of Top Rail Fence to discuss responsible franchise growth, why franchisors matter, and blue ocean strategy. This group is doing things differently, and the industry is noticing. 

Sam and Jamie discuss the "real" nitty-gritty details of semi-passive business ownership. What do people need to know? How do they hire the right people? Is it even truly possible? If you have wanted to explore franchise investments, this is the episode to listen to. 

Jamie and Sam host Beau Citron and John Taylor from Garage Kings. Forget everything that you think you know about home services and the garage floor space because this brand is bringing technology and soft skills to the forefront. Garage Kings is utilizing AI to help franchisees scale and grow at a record pace. 

Jamie and Sam are joined by Melissa Major, a Senior Project Manager for the Build'M Group and also Jamie's wife. Melissa has a rich history of working with top brands to ensure franchisees open on time and, even more importantly, on budget. Jamie and Melissa will share how they intentionally built their dream life around business ownership.