Podcasts about fibrenew

In this episode, we sit down with RJ Hogan of Long Island, NY, as he reflects on his first full year as a Fibrenew franchise owner. RJ shares candid insights about launching his business, the lessons learned along the way, and how becoming his own boss has brought new energy to both his career and his family life. If you're curious about what the first year of franchise ownership really looks like, this conversation is for you.

Gabriel Ruiz and Scott Sarver are buddies who decided to start a Fibrenew Franchise together in 2022. They now own not one but two territories in Omaha, Nebraska. In this podcast, they talk about what led them to the idea of starting a franchise together, how they run it today, and how they really enjoy what they're doing. They also share advice about partnering with a friend in business and some of the things they've learned. For more info on Fibrenew Franchising: fibrenew.com/franchising To contact Gabriel and Scott: fibrenew.com/omaha

Allen Odvody was a corporate employee with 20 years of experience who turned to entrepreneurship with Fibrenew. Driven by innovation and creativity, Allen is always seeking new adventures, aiming to inspire and make a difference. Key Take Takeaways from this Conversation: 1) We are not defined by how we do on our good days but by how we endure and overcome on our bad days. 2) You got to be involved if you are a franchise owner. There is a low percentage for it to succeed if you will not put time and effort on it. That is why it is important to find a franchise that you love. 3) The power of “do it” is so important. You can be born at any age but you have to do it, believe in yourself and have that level of confidence. Don't be scared in making a mistake, just try not to to the same mistake twice. You will start to grow as you learn from it, it might be hard at first but everything that is worth it is always hard.Enjoy the conversation, and thanks to JLD and the Entrepreneurs on Fire crew!

Kathy and Jon Bayman have been helping people with boats, cars, couches and more for awhile now - but Fibrenew is also the first place to call when restoring equipment like wheel chairs and medical grade beds!   When & Where for Senior Care is brought to you by Serenity Assisted Living and Memory Care in Dilworth, MN. Check them out online or call to discuss their amazing amenities and options for an active senior living lifestyle!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this installment of the Fibrenew Exchange, we sat down with Franchisees Sam and Lisa Orpillia of Fibrenew Rocklin, just north of Sacramento, CA.After working from home for a year and a half during the pandemic, Sam's previous employer called him back to the office - something he didn't want to do. The idea of going back to a 9-5 office grind prompted him to look at alternatives. He discovered Fibrenew through a former co-worker who had opened his own franchise with us, and the rest is history. Sam and Lisa opened Fibrenew Rocklin in January 2023, and in this conversation, they step us through the entire journey to date. From his experience with the initial training to opening their doors to his first few months of operation, what they like and find challenging about running a Fibrenew Franchise, to what the future holds for them and their new venture. If you're interested in learning more about opening your own Fibrenew Franchise, please join us for our next monthly live webinar, where we discuss all things Fibrenew and hear it directly from Fibrenew Franchisees. For dates, details and to register your spot, please visit fibrenew.com/fofYou can always learn about Fibrenew Franchising, including more podcasts like this, watch day-in-the-life videos, read articles, and more, at fibrenew.com/franchising.Until next time, take good care, talk soon, cheers!

This addition is a podcast takeover and an interview that originally aired on the Best of The Best in Franchising podcast series. Host James Butler talks with Fibrenew Franchisee Mike Nonelle about a whole bunch of things - including his transition into franchise ownership and what he's learned along the way; they discuss the culture here at Fibrenew, how Mike runs his business, and what the future holds down the road. It's a fantastic conversation and we hope you enjoy listening in! To learn more about Fibrenew Franchising: fibrenew.com/franchisingIf you've been itching for a new favorite podcast, check out: Fibrenew Exchange on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyYou can also hear more interviews and watch videos on the Fibrenew YouTube channelTo contact franchise consultant James Butler: Linked In | WebsiteFor more info on Mike Nonell and Fibrenew Hollywood: Linked In | Website

In this podcast conversation, Jared Drummond and Leigh Smith of Fibrenew Hernando County recount their experience with applying for and getting accepted into the E2 Visa program for entry into the US as a business owner. You'll hear Jared and Leigh describe the requirements of the E2 visa program, the interview process, getting accepted, and ultimately moving to Florida some months later. They also talk about their new life in the Sunshine State, how they've got their business off the ground, some best practices for running a business with your spouse, and much more. We hope you enjoy listening in to this conversation with Jared and Leigh, cheers! PS: If you're interested in learning more about the E2 Visa Program or have questions about franchising with Fibrenew, we'll be happy to help! Get in touch with us here!

In this episode, we are in conversation with Fibrenew Franchisee Bill Bedsole of Fibrenew Palatine in the suburbs of Chicago. Bill started his franchise in September 2018 and hasn't looked back since. In this chat, he talks about how he made the switch from corporate America and how he'll never go back! We discussed how Bill appreciates Fibrenew's scalability and how he makes that work around his family's schedule, how he found his technician and how they work together today, and how he consistently talks about his business with his neighbors, his fellow church members, and his doctor and how those conversations help fuel his business. Bill's business is thriving today, and he's focused on keeping it profitable and simple. He loves running his Fibrenew franchise, which clearly shows when you listen to him speak about it. Stay tuned to the end of the conversation because Bill shares a personal goal that he's striving for that is unique and inspiring for the long haul. We hope you enjoy listening in to the conversation. For more information about Fibrenew Franchising, visit: www.fibrenew.com/franchising

In this edition, we talked with the mother-son franchise powerhouse team of Carla Ceron and Diego Rosales Ceron of Fibrenew Mexico City. Carla has been operating Fibrenew in Mexico for over 20 years. Diego was just three years old when his mom started the business, and in this podcast, he shares many fond and funny stories of his earliest memories of his mom working the business and how she handled it all. Carla shares some sage life and business philosophies that have served her well. We talk about how they have structured their business, from their technicians, office administrator, their shop setup, the type of work they do, and much more. They also share how they work together as mother and son, what lines need to be drawn to make it work, and what the future holds for their franchise. You can reach out to Carla and Diego on Facebook, Instagram, and Linked In. If you're interested in hearing more podcasts with Fibrenew Franchisees, please subscribe to the Fibrenew Exchange on Apple, Spotify, Audible or wherever you get your pods. Remember that each month, we hold live webinars with Fibrenew Franchisees, where we discuss all things Fibrenew Franchising - from the work we do, our products, training, support, marketing, technology systems, and much more. To register your spot, hop over to fibrenew.com/franchising/research/webcasts - we look forward to seeing you there!

This edition is a podcast takeover and a rebroadcast of an interview that Fibrenew Franchisee Dave O'Brien has with Adam Robison of NW Arkansas Business Radio X Podcast. Adam had Dave explain what he was doing before opening his Fibrenew business, what he now enjoys best about owning and operating his Fibrenew business, and much more - it's a really great conversation, and we hope you enjoy listening in! If you're interested in learning more about Fibrenew Franchising, please visit: fibrenew.com/franchising

Dave O’Brien joins host Adam Robison to introduce Fibrenew, his unique leather, vinyl, and plastic repair business bringing new life to clients’ valuables. Learn how a corporate veteran followed his passion into entrepreneurship with this niche franchise operation. Dave explains the problem-solving nature of restoring cherished items versus replacing them. He also shares the story […] The post Entrepreneurship After Corporate Life with Dave O'Brien appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Jorge Figueroa of Fibrenew Osceola, FL transitioned to Fibrenew after a successful career in the military. After being away from his family for so many years, he was ready to be at home and wanted to be his own boss. He found that perfect fit with Fibrenew and ultimately opened his franchise in August 2022. At the time of this recording, Jorge was in his 8th month of operation as a franchisee. He spoke about what his experience has been like to date, shared some of the best parts, some the frustrating parts, and talked about what he's planning for in the future. We hope you enjoy listening in, and if you're interested in learning more about Fibrenew Franchising, please visit: fibrenew.com/franchising

The Coffee Club from Monday March 27th, 2023.  Guests include SRO Supervisor Sgt Christie Jacobsen of the Fargo Police Dept., Kathy and Jon Bayman of Fibrenew and your calls and emails. 

Today's guest, Steve Geddes, parlayed his combined furniture repair and sales experience into a franchise business with Fibrenew. As Geddes found through the pandemic, there'll always be a need for repairs. He took over a Kelowna-based Fibrenew location and began growing the business from a stagnant location to a top-ranking powerhouse.   In moving from a technician role into an operational management role, Geddes found his life changing in more ways than one. You can expect these key takeaways from this episode: -The pros and cons of buying an existing franchise vs. a new build;  -Appealing to the highly educated consumers through the brand promise;  -Creating incentives and quality working environments in order to retain staff;  -and so much more!

Thank you for joining us for installment 6 of 6 in a miniseries focused on showcasing the various types of business models that exist within Fibrenew. Ann Benes of Fibrenew Lincoln, Nebraska, has been a proud owner/operator of her franchise for over 20 years! Ann and her husband, Pat, were the 13th franchise in the US when they came on board in 2002. The way their partnership works is that Pat operates the family farm, and Ann operates the Fibrenew business. They will, of course, periodically help each other out on either side of the fence, but for the most part, Ann runs the franchise as a sole owner-operator. In this conversation, Ann talks about the 50/50 split she's established between commercial and private work and how that helps her manage the cash flow in the business. We also touch on goal setting. We talk about mid-west customer service etiquette, building rapport with clients, how to this day, she remains a student of the business, and what she's thinking about when it comes to eventual succession. Thanks for joining us, and we hope you enjoy listening to this conversation with Ann.

At the time of this recording, Robert and Chelsey Pegram had just marked their first anniversary of being Fibrenew franchise owners - and they couldn't be happier. In this conversation, you'll hear Robert and Chelsey's recap of what year one of business was like, what they learned along the way, and what they suggest as advice to those entering their first year of business or those in their first year of business with Fibrenew. We hope you enjoy listening in as it was a very insightful conversation, cheers!

On this special edition podcast, we had the honor of sitting down with internationally renowned Peak Performance Expert, best-selling author, and keynote speaker, Dr. Delatorro McNeal. Delatorro joined us at our HIVE LIVE Franchise Convention in Nashville where he took us on an emotional rollercoaster ride of unorthodox team-building exercises, mind expansion practices, and some deeply vulnerable moments together as a company. In this chat, you'll hear a replay of these moments, what Delatorro himself observed about us as a company as well as some of his personal insights on professional development.It was of course an energetic and fun talk - as it always is with Dr. Delatorro and we hope you enjoy listening in.PS: if you're a Fibrenew Franchisee, we've made Delatorro's latest book available for you on HIVE. If you're not a Fibrenew Franchisee, we highly recommend you check out his book "Shift Into a Higher Gear" wherever you get your reads or listens. It's a powerful and impactful book with timeless lessons and takeaways.

Thank you for joining us for installment 4 of 6 in a miniseries focused on showcasing the various types of business models that exist within Fibrenew.Nashville area franchise owners, JT Thompson, Mat Meade, and Mark Chasteen are not only Fibrenew friends and neighbors, they are true business partners. When all three of them were getting to a point where they were spending too much time in the business, instead of working on the business, they all knew it was time to hire an admin. So, they banded together and hired a shared admin who now quarterbacks each of their businesses handling inbound phone calls, emails, and texts, creating quotes, handling scheduling, invoicing, and much more. It took a load off their shoulders and helped make way for them to generate more business each week.In this conversation, you'll hear how JT, Mat, and Mark have structured everything with their shared admin, how the technical logistics work, how they pay her, and also just how valuable and vital she's become to their businesses. We hope you enjoy listening in as there are many great insights to be had, cheers!

Brian Fitzgibbon owns and operates Fibrenew Vancouver. He purchased the business in 2010 and for eight years ran the franchise as an owner / operator - taking care of everything in the operation. Doing the repair work, fielding all inbound inquiries, marketing and sales, handling the scheduling, billing, bookkeeping and more. He reached a point to which wearing all those hats was not sustainable for the long haul. So he made a switch and hired an admin to quarterback the organization and day-to-day logistics of running the business. Fibrenew Vancouver was transformed the moment Erin Jackson came on board. She helped pave the way for Brian to do more work, which increased his revenue, stayed more organized, was able to take proper vacations, and have more family time.In this conversation, you'll hear how Brian and Erin have structured everything and about Erin's changing role in the business today which continues to open up more opportunities. We hope you enjoy listening in, cheers!

Thank you for joining us for installment 2 of 6 in a miniseries focused on showcasing the various types of business models that exist within Fibrenew. Todd and Joanie Penhollow of Fibrenew Central Oregon are a shining example of how a husband and wife team can and should work within Fibrenew's franchise system. In this conversation, you'll hear how they work together every day, either working on jobs as a team or splitting duties and doubling up on revenue-generating activities. You'll hear how it took Joanie a few years before coming on board with Todd full-time in the business as well as how much they truly enjoy working together every day. Todd and Joanie are an inspiration in how they run their business as a partnership and we hope you enjoy listening in, cheers!

Thank you for joining us for installment 1 of 6 in a miniseries focused on showcasing the various types of business models that exist within Fibrenew.Steve Geddes of Fibrenew Kelowna, BC is someone we consider to be an Empire Builder in Fibrenew's franchise system. At the time of this recording, Steve was in his 4th year of business and had scaled his operation to include 12 employees, 3 vans on the road, and a storefront shop. He's living proof that when you execute a plan and run your business as a business, with enthusiasm and integrity, you can reach great heights with your own Fibrenew enterprise.Steve shares many insights in this conversation on how he's done it. We hope you enjoy listening in, cheers!

Local owners Kathy and Jon Bayman stop into the KFGO studios to chat with Amy Iler and JJ Gordon about their business. These two barely had enough business cards to get out the building. They repair that leather couch the dog scratched, the vinyl siding your young lawn mower blasted a rock through, the plastic shutter at your lake place.  Check them out at www.fibrenew.com/fargoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thanks for joining us on another Fibrenew Podcast! In this episode, we talk with Warren and Stephanie Rosenthal from Fibrenew Indianapolis Metro-North and hear about their simple and very effective methods for how they've built their business over the years. They work exceptionally well as a team, they're very successful in their franchise and they have a lot to share about their journey through business ownership together.You can find Warren and Stephanie at fibrenew.com/imn or at facebook.com/fibrenewindymetronorthCheers!

Robert and Chelsey Pegram, are Fibrenew franchise owners in Virginia. They vibrate with entrepreneurial enthusiasm and energy and they simply love what they do! Prior to coming on board with Fibrenew, the couple was running their own landscaping business but were having issues finding their place in a very crowded market and were stagnating due to what Robert refers to as a lack of support and resources. That's where the systems and support of a franchise looked appealing to them and they decided to make the switch and started Fibrenew Hampton Roads in August of 2021. They have lots to share about their journey and offer some sage advice for fellow entrepreneurs looking to start new a venture.

Today on Franchise Maven, we take a look at one of the largest and most popular franchises Greg has worked with. He and guest Bob Johnston of Fibrenew, a market-leading franchise in leather, plastic, and vinyl restoration, dive into the elements of his company's 5 step onboarding program for potential franchisees (where they WON'T try to sell anything). Bob will also share the four key qualifying traits in an ideal franchisee and show you the four main reasons that Fibrenew finds itself at the top. 3 Key TakeawaysFour consistent actions that Fibrenew takes to give their customers top-rated products.Help your candidates know where to go and who to speak to when seeking business using Bob's top advice. Stop focusing on making a sale! Instead, employ people who are networkers and the sales will come naturally.Resources www.fibrenew.comBob's Linkedin About Bob JohnstonBob is a member of Fibrenew, a market leader in the restoration, repair, and re-dyeing of leather, plastic, and vinyl. This home-based, mobile franchise service caters to 6 major markets: aviation, automotive, commercial, marine, medical, and residential. Bob's focus is to bring a solution to a serious environmental problem with a cost-effective, high-quality alternative to replacement. He helps entrepreneurs with a special focus on living life on their terms through flat-rate royalty franchising.

Ben Burt, Army Veteran, knew very little about franchise ownership when he transitioned out of the military. He considered a career in the medical field based on his military background, but quickly realized that his top priority was finding a career that would allow him the flexibility to spend more time with his family - which is what led him to become a franchise owner. Fibrenew specializes in the repair, restoration, and renewal of leather, plastic, vinyl, fabric, and upholstery. As a franchise owner, Ben gets to make his own schedule and work with customers to repair everything from medical furniture to boat and aircraft interiors. In this episode Ben discusses his rewarding journey as a franchise owner and why franchise ownership is a great career for veterans. Topics include: • Ben's military background and what led him to Fibrenew • Focusing on your values determine your career path • Leveraging lessons learned from the military to become a successful business owner Connect with Ben: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminrburt/ Fibrenew.com/fayetteville/

In 2019, Alex Fachinello, his wife and their 2 children sold everything they owned in their native country of Brazil, relocated to Southern California and started a Fibrenew business. In this podcast conversation, Alex talks about their huge leap of faith, how they worked through the E2 investment visa process, and how he eventually found a sense of comfort and belonging not only in a new country but as a business owner with Fibrenew. His story is extremely inspirational - it's one of courage, of risk and reward and hard work with no looking back. If you want to speak directly with Alex, you can find him at fibrenew.com/newport. For any questions about franchising with Fibrenew, we can be found at fibrenew.com/franchsing. Thanks again, take good care, and cheers!

This week Joe is joined by Army Veteran Ben Burt, the owner of a Fibrenew franchise in Fayetteville, North Carolina. After serving in the Army for 27 years and completing eight deployments, Ben planned on attending dental school but turned to entrepreneurship in order to focus on his family. After attending the VA Star program and completing vocational rehab, he started searching for a franchise that would be the right match for his goals and values. Ben opened a Fibrenew franchise; a mobile repair, restoration, and maintenance service. He shared his tips for finding a franchise that matches your values and ensuring that you identify what those values are in your post-military life.  Check out more about Fibrenew here.  About Our Guest  Ben spent 26 years serving in the United States Army, during which time, he became accustom to and reliant on an atmosphere on collaboration and teamwork. As such, when the time finally came to make his transition back into the civilian world and Ben was faced with the same obstacle as all veteran's' face - reacclimating to the civilian world - he knew those were the qualities he wanted in his next professional role. So, that's exactly what he did when he opened his own business. Join the conversation on Facebook! Check out Veteran on the Move on Facebook to connect with our guests and other listeners. A place where you can network with other like-minded veterans who are transitioning to entrepreneurship and get updates on people, programs and resources to help you in YOUR transition to entrepreneurship. About Our Sponsors Navy Federal Credit Union  Navy Federal Credit Union helps you take control of your finances after the holidays. You can get a low intro APR on their Platinum Credit Card, it's their lowest rate card and it's a great tool to pay down debt. Navy Federal even has multiple savings and investing options to help you get closer to your financial goals. They offer digital tools and educational resources to help guide your decisions. With Navy Federal, you can automate your savings and investing to put your money to work for you, even as you sleep. Plus, you can buy fractional shares. Learn more at navyfederal.org Savings products insured by NCUA. Investment options are available through Navy Federal. Investment Services and are not insured by NCUA. At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.     Camp Lejeune Historic Drinking Water  If you or a loved one were stationed at Camp Lejeune prior to 1985, please visit here to register for the notification database, to find more information on benefits, and project updates.    Want to be our next guest? Send us an email at interview@veteranonthemove.com.  Did you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review!  Download Joe Crane's Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470. Veteran On the Move podcast has published over 410 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship.  As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 7,000,000 verified downloads through Stitcher Radio, SoundCloud, iTunes and RSS Feed Syndication making it one of the most popular Military Entrepreneur Shows on the Internet Today.  

In this episode, we sat down with Fibrenew's support leaders Al Crnjac, Scott Neal, Michael Carter, Chad Hendry, Paul Gingras and Bruce Nurse. We talked about what each one of them is planning for the year ahead, and what they want to achieve and see happen in their own businesses. We also stepped through a time machine exercise and imagined winding the clock back to their 1st or 2nd year of operation, and knowing what they know now, what would they be focused on in building and growing their businesses.We hope you enjoy listening in, cheers!

This episode is a podcast takeover with Jason from Bulletproof Veteran Podcast. Ben Burt from Fayetteville, NC is a Fibrenew Franchise Partner and he was Jason's guest on the show. The Bulletproof Veteran podcast is centered on veterans and their post-military lives and that's exactly why Ben was featured as a guest. Ben served for 26 years before transitioning into business ownership with Fibrenew in 2021 and he shares his experience in making that switch and what it's meant for him and his family. You can find Bulletproof Veteran Podcast at bulletproofveteran.com and on social as Bulletproof Veteran. You can find more about Fibrenew at fibrenew.com and on social as Fibrenew International.

This week we welcome Benjamin Burt, Fibrenew franchise owner.  Ben is a veteran of the United States Army's 3rd Special Forces Group.  He is a former Advanced Tactical Medical Provider and Operations NCOIC for the Special Warfare Medical Group (Airborne) at the John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School.  After seperating from the military, Ben was faced with the challenge of managing his civilian career choices with an ever changing family life.  Ben had a desire to work for himself in an industry that would provide recession proof security and freedom to grow.  He turned to Fibrenew.  Fibrenew specializes in the repair, restoration, and renewal of leather, plastic, vinyl, fabric, and upholstery.  Ben talks about how the franchise opportunities, offered by Fibrenew, fit with his values and goals.  We discuss his tips and tricks to starting out right as a small business owner, and as a new franchise owner.  He discusses the factors every veteran should look at when deciding on the right franchise, and provides important resources to help every former military person succeed.  Ben outlines how organizations like Franchise Opportunities for Veterans and the Commit Foundation, can save veterans from making costly mistakes.  So whether you are transitioning from the military, an unemployed veteran, an underemployed veteran, or just looking to make a career change, this is the episode for you!For more information about Ben and his Fibrenew franchise go to https://www.fibrenew.com/fayetteville.Our veteran owned and operated business of the week is The CBD Path.  The CBD Path's mission is to offer superior quality products specific to each customer's unique needs.  They do this by understanding the needs of each customer, and providing tested and trusted CBD products to help them maximize their lives.  They have seen firsthand how CBD has impacted the lives of countless friends, family members, and members of the veteran community.  Witnessing their loved ones recover from surgeries, injuries, insomnia and chemotherapy inspired them to start The CBD Path.  To take their intake quiz and see what CBD products are right for you, go to https://www.thecbdpath.com.Support the show and get your Bulletproof Veteran apparel at https://amzn.to/3BA3dx9 or see all the available shirts at http://bulletproofveteran.com/apparel

Joining the show today is Matt Woodcock, director of franchise development for Fibrenew. Listen to gain insight and information about his franchise and franchising in general. Episode Highlights: How Matt got into franchising Exit strategies from a corporate perspective vs franchise ownership How franchises are a proven businesses About Fibrenew - what they do and who their customers are What Fibrenew looks for in an owner How to find customers and how Fibrenew supports owners in their marketing efforts Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Schedule a call https://meetings.hubspot.com/tim17 Franchising 101 podcast website with a library of past episodes http://franchising101.net/ Interested in franchise ownership? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! FranCoach is connected with over 500 franchises and we walk you through the process of finding the perfect franchise for you. Our services are always free and we commit ourselves to helping you find your better tomorrow. If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference in getting our message out to more people who can use it. Sign up for our email newsletter at FranCoach.net Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Contact us at info@francoach.net Follow FranCoach: Twitter: twitter.com/FranCoach4U Facebook: facebook.com/francoach4u/ YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC1GtG31hWoecEONdScIJOsQ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Contender Cast's Justin Honaman is the host of this particular episode. Fibrenew President, Jesse Johnstone was put in the hot seat for this one, and Justin and Jesse had a great time talking about Fibrenew's history, Jesse's background, Fibrenew's growth, systems, and more. You can find Justin at contendercast.com and you can download, like, and subscribe to his podcast on Apple, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you get your pods. We hope you enjoy listening in on our conversation, take care and cheers!

In this exit interview episode, former Fibrenew Franchisees, Rick and Lynn Halpin talk about their 12 years of experience in the business, how and why they got started, the lessons learned along the way, some memorable jobs - both good and bad and share some sage advice as parting words. In what we consider a perfect Fibrenew success story, after building a very successful business, Rick and Lynn have sold their territory to a new owner and are now spending more time with their grandchildren, fishing, golfing, and enjoying time with family and friends.As always, we hope you enjoy this conversation and if you have any questions or comments for Rick and Lynn, you can leave a comment with this episode, or send them a message on Facebook. Take care everyone and cheers!

Fibrenew is the world leaders in the restoration, repair and re-dyeing of leather, plastic and vinyl. Their services offer a cost-effective, high-quality alternative to replacement and helps reduce landfill waste. Valued clients and partners who love them come from the medical, marine, aviation, automotive, commercial and residential markets. Fibrenew has helped more than 260 entrepreneurs from USA, Canada, New Zealand, Mexico and Chile meet their lifestyle and financial goals by building long-term, successful businesses of which they can be proud. Jesse Johnstone, President, joins Justin to discuss this franchise brand.

In a podcast role reversal, I was put in the hot seat for this one and was interviewed by Mary Ann O'Connell and her podcast series called 'What's Your F'ing Business - a podcast about franchising'. We talked shop about Fibrenew's history, culture, operations, and a whole lot more. You can find Mary Ann at franwise.net. We're at fibrenew.com and on all the socials of course. We hope you enjoy listening in on this conversation. Take good care and cheers!

Stephen Bland worked in grocery retail since he was in high school. After 23 years and way too many hours away from his family, he was ready to make a significant career and lifestyle change so he opened a Fibrenew franchise in east Kentucky. Today, Stephen enjoys much more quality family time, he's growing a business on his own terms and is having a blast doing it. On this podcast, he shares his experience of the first 6 months of getting his business started and what he has planned for the future. We hope you enjoy!

Jesse Johnstone, President of Fibrenew, shares their focus for having highly satisfied and motivated franchisees as they grow out from their home base in Canada and persevere for 36 years!  

Good franchisees measure performance, but the great ones measure their franchisees' satisfaction.  Tune in to a fun and interesting discussion with Eric Stites Founder and CEO, and Michelle Rowan, President of Franchise Business Review about how getting anonymous, honest, and truthful feedback can be the most powerful tool in growing a brand.  The follow this season as we talk to some of their top scorers of the FBR, Franchisee Satisfaction Survey including: Pinch a Penny, Fibrenew, Christian Brothers Automotive, Payroll Vault, Pizza Factory, Puroclean, Team Logic and Mathnasium.

Genevieve Alexander is the first to admit that she gets bored easily. Given that fact, it makes sense that she chose a career as a helicopter pilot. It was perfect for her for some time, but considering the fact that her husband, Drew, is also a helicopter pilot, the couple's work-life balance was not balanced at all. “I needed a serious lifestyle change,” she says. So Genevieve looked to franchising for her next step. On her list of “must-haves” was financial freedom and a flexible schedule. When Genevieve first heard about Fibrenew, she says she wasn't really excited about the concept. “Leather, plastic, and vinyl restoration didn't sound very sexy,” she says. But as she dug deeper, she discovered a lot about Fibrenew that she really liked. “I loved the fact that I could scale the business at my own pace,” she says. She also liked the possibilities for different types of jobs and clients. “No two days are ever the same. I love that part,” she says.We hope you enjoy this conversation!

Welcome to 2021 and welcome to a new season of the Fibrenew Exchange Podcast. In this episode we cover the topic of staying focused, staying positive, and keeping busy in Q1 of 2021. With various forms of shutdowns and restrictions in place in different geographic areas, it's amazing how much we're still able to do with our Fibrenew businesses. You're going to hear from 6 different voices on this show, Al Crnjac of Fibrenew Eastern Ontario, Michael Carter of Fibrenew Loudoun, Chad Hendry of Fibrenew Calgary South, Dan Hoffman of Fibrenew Portland as well as Bruce Nurse and Paul Gingras of Fibrenew's support team. All of them share how they're keeping busy in their franchises, how they focusing on what they can do, how they're adapting to the times, and what they see just around the corner. There is a tremendous amount of collective wisdom packed into the next 29 minutes or so so we hope you enjoy and as always, take good care and cheers!

In this episode, we sat down with Joe Day of Fibrenew Evansville in Evansville, Indiana. At the time of this recording, Joe was just shy of the one-year mark of operation of his Fibrenew business. He's now booking 5 digits worth of revenue each month and has a schedule that's booked out two weeks in advance. Joe explains what year one was like, he steps us through all the activities he's done to grow his client list and what's in store for his business just around the corner. We hope you enjoy this conversation and if you have questions for Joe, look him up on Facebook at Fibrenew Evansville and shoot him a message. Cheers!

Here at Fibrenew, we have many support channels and resources like our support team, our online Technical Library with videos and manuals and discussions, we have weekly huddle calls, we have periodic seminars, training opportunities, and more. But one resource we can't leave off that list is the tremendous peer to peer support that exists among franchisees. On this podcast, freshman franchisee, Joey Weber, and senior franchisee Dan Hoffman take us through a recent 3-day ride along they did together in Dan's territory and how the experience was for them both. It was win-win as Joey learned tons and Dan had an extra hand in his business a few days. Conversations like this illustrate the deeply supportive culture we have here at Fibrenew and we hope you enjoy listening in...cheers!

Welcome to the 2nd installment in this 2 part series on Franchise Resales. In the first episode, we heard from Glenn Vanderploeg, a former franchisee who sold his franchise business. We heard about his experience from the seller's side of the fence and some sage advice that he had to offer on the topic.In this episode, we hear from Jay and Kelsey Stewart, franchisees who purchased an established franchise. They talk about their experience from the acquisition side of things, right from day one of the process all the way through its completion. With a healthy dose of enthusiasm, they explain how they first learned about the opportunity, how they arrived at a final price for the business, and what they found out after taking the reigns on an established business with hundreds of clients and tons of repeat business. If you are someone who is looking to buy or sell your business perhaps now or one day in the future, we hope you enjoy these two episodes and can glean some info to apply to your own unique situation. Cheers!

Welcome to part 1 of a 2 part series on the topic of business succession with Fibrenew. On this installment, we talked with former Fibrenew Franchise Partner, Glenn Vanderploeg, and had him describe the good feeling he had upon selling not 1, but 2 Fibrenew territories that he owned and operated for 12 years. You'll hear about Glenn's experience with finding new owners, how he worked with our Franchise Development Team to do that, how long the process took, how he planned it all out and what he's doing now that he's a blissfully retired man. If you have any questions about the resale process, we'd be happy to have a chat with you. Franchise Consultant, Jamie Myles is your point of contact and she'll be happy to talk => jamie@fibrenew.com or 800.345.2951 x 102Be sure to check out part 2 where we hear from the other side of the succession fence. Jay and Kelsey Stewart are franchisees who bought an existing territory and they describe what that experience was like. We hope you enjoy this podcast, cheers!

Over our 30+ years of training and supporting Franchisees, Fibrenew has run the gambit when it comes to venue and format in delivering the message, and this past spring, we added a new chapter to that journey with virtual training. In April, we hosted 250+ franchise partners on Zoom for our annual seminar and it worked better than anyone expected. In May, for the first time ever, we trained 3 new franchisees via Zoom and it worked equally as awesome. On this podcast, we spoke with those 3 Franchise Partners and had them share their experience with virtual training and hear how their businesses took off immediately afterward. We hope you enjoy!

Jesse Johnstone - fibrenew.com, gives us an inside look into how his brand and franchisees have been doing in recent months.

Cal Wirch of Fibrenew Burnaby in Burnaby, BC wrote a pragmatic and inspirational document called '6 Points of Light'. It serves as a guide and reminder to Cal on how he wants to operate his business through this period. On this episode, Cal explains the deeper meaning of each point and describes how they're helping him stay motivated and on track. We hope you enjoy!

On this episode, we talked with Derek Trefry of Fibrenew SW Nova Scotia. Like many of us, Derek's business was upended in March when shelter at home restrictions began. Since then, Derek has adapted how he runs his business and maintained a positive attitude throughout. We hope you enjoy his insights.

We're having conversations with Franchise Partners to understand how they're navigating this period - what March and April looked like, what's happening now and what their plans are moving forward. In this episode, we sat down with Anthony Fragola of Fibrenew Alleghenies in central Pennslyvania. He shared many great insights and provided some inspiring ideas on how he's getting back to business safely and methodically. We hope you enjoy, cheers.

Fibrenew's CEO, Mr. Michael Wilson always has a thought-provoking stance on the state of world, and during this time of COVID-19, he shares his most recent thought-stream with us. We hope you enjoy.

On this special edition episode, we sat down with Fibrenew CEO, Mr. Michael Wilson. In 1987, Michael purchased one of the very first Fibrenew Franchises and ran it for 7 years before purchasing the entire company and growing it across Canada, the US, New Zealand, Mexico and beyond. Micheal is an astute business person and one of his many talents is team building. He knows that having the right people in the right seats on the bus is key to running a successful business. He's built the unique culture upon which we operate today, he's very passionate about Fibrenew and he always has many great insights to share.

Spotlight interview with Fibrenew Franchisee, JT Thompson of Fibrenew Nashville Metro. JT shares his experience with what it's like to go from 20+ years in corporate America to becoming a Fibrenew franchise business owner.

Jason McDowell came from a past career in IT, working long hours and being generally not happy in his work. He found Fibrenew as a franchise opportunity and made the hop into business ownership where he now controls his own schedule and is directly rewarded for his efforts.