Franchise Hounds: Recent Episodes
Greg Macchia
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.
Joining me today is Collin Caffrey
Collin 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/
Joining me today is Chris Kimmel
Chris 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/
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/
Joining me today is Ron Holt
Ron 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.
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.
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.
Joining me today is Aaron Harper
Aaron 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.
Joining me today is Mark Amery
Mark 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!
Joining me today is Jeff Dudan
Jeff 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.
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.
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.
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
Joining me today is Maya Ratcliff, Maya is the Founder of Hawaii Fluid Art
Hawaii 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
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
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.
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
Joining me today is Adenah Bayoh
Adenah 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Joining me today is Co-Founder and CEO from Salty Dog 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
Joining the show today is Gary Bauer
Gary 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.
Joining the show today is Mark Setterington
Mark 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
Joining me today is John Smotryski.
John is the co-founder of Wicked Lick Ice Cream
Wicked 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/
Joining me today is Shane Lynch
Shane 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
Joining me today is Rick Porter
Rick 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.
Joining me today is Jason Stowe
Jason 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
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.
Joining me today is Matt Lovasz
Matt 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.
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/
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**
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
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.
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.
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
Joining me today is Denise Stern
Denise 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
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
Joining me today is Ken Lineberger
Ken 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
Joining me today is Brittany Driscoll
Brittany 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.
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
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
**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.
Joining me today is Calvin McNeely
Calvin 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.
Joining me today is Laura Alexander
Laura is the VP of Franchise Development with Senior Care Authority
Senior 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
Joining me today is Paul Dorsey
Paul 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/
Joining me today is Butch Mogavero
Butch 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
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 Sports
Website:** www.mybackyardsportsfranchise.com
**Joining me today is Amy Reed. Amy is the Co-Founder of Woofies.
Woofies is an award winning pet care franchise that provides pet sitting, dog walking and mobile grooming.**
Woofies was named one of the nation’s top 100 Small Businesses by the US Chamber of Commerce and their new Woofie’s Academy Pet Grooming School won Franchise Update Media’s 2020 Innovation Award
Amy and her co-founder were recently recognized as a Top 50 Woman of Wonder by Franchise Dictionary Magazine.
I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Amy Reed from Woofies.
https://ownawoofies.com
Joining me today is Scott Greenberg.
Scott is the author of the newly released book “The Wealthy Franchisee”.
Scott was an award winning, multi-unit operator for Edible Arrangements. Now a motivational speaker and recognized as the “Franchise Influencer,” he understands first-hand what it takes to transform businesses from average to extraordinary.
Drawing upon his years of consulting for countless franchise brands and a decade running his own Edible Arrangements franchises, Scott Greenberg reveals the secrets of the franchise industry’s superstars.
Why is it that while running the same business, some franchisees thrive while others struggle? You’ll learn who these superstars are, how they think, and what separates them from typical franchisees.
Scott’s clients include iconic franchise brands such as McDonalds, Great Clips, Anytime Fitness, GNC and Wyndham Hotel Group
I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Scott Greenberg, the author of “The Wealthy Franchisee”.
Joining me today is Michael Reeder a Certified Public Accountant and the managing shareholder of Swartz & Reeder Advisors which is a CPA firm in the Chicago area.
Michael is passionate about business ownership and answers the accounting questions that any hopeful franchisee should have answered.
I hope you enjoy today’s discussion with Michael Reeder from Swartz & Reeder Advisors.
Topics covered:
- Importance of your accountant understanding the franchise model
- Unique accounting requirements of a franchisee
- Choice of entity for franchisees
- Funding a franchise purchase
- Franchise resale considerations
Michael Reeder CPAManaging Shareholder | Swartz & Reeder Advisors
m: 847.302.3397 (text/call)
email: michaelreeder@swartzreeder.com
Joining me today is Ben Crosbie. Ben is the co-owner and chief development officer of The DRIPBaR.
The DRIPBaR offers many different Intravenous Vitamin Drips that deliver essential nutrients right at the cellular level for maximum absorption.
Topics Covered:
- Who is an ideal candidate for a franchisee of The DRIPBar?
- What is a drip?
- Who is a typical customer of The DRIPBaR?
- The number of employees required and medical supervision?
- Total investment range to open The DRIPBar?
- What makes a good market or a location for The DRIPBar?
- How much can you make owning The DRIPBar?
Website: www.theDRIPBaR.com
Joining me today is Matt Cook, the Franchise Development Manager with Home Team Inspection Service
Home Team Inspection Service is the industry leader in home inspections. They assist buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals with a wide variety of home and business inspections.
Their team approach to inspections is unique in the industry and will enable a franchise owner to immediately differentiate themselves from the competition in the home inspection marketplace.
If you’d like to learn more about Home Team Inspection Service, I would be happy to help. Please reach out through the form at www.FranchiseHounds.com.
I hope you enjoy today's discussion with Matt Cook from Home Team Inspection Service.
Topics Covered include:
- History of Home Team Inspection Service
- How many locations does Home Team Inspection Service have? How many more can the US market support?
- Who is an ideal candidate for Home Team Inspection Service
- Typical day for an owner of Home Team Inspection Service
- What is a typical investment for Home Team Inspection Service
- What is a typical buying/discovery process timeline?
- How are Home Team Inspection Service territories defined?
- Average number of employees for Home Team Inspection Service ?
- Competition for Home Team Inspection Service franchisees?
- How much can you make owning a Home Team Inspection Service?
MATT COOK
Franchise Development Manager
HomeTeam Inspection ServiceDirect Line (513) 248-7738
Joining me today is Eric Schechterman the Chief Development Officer at Benetrends Financial. For over 35 years, Benetrends has offered access to a complete range of financing solutions and tools to help entrepreneurs fund their business ventures and is recognized as an authority in franchise and small-business financing.
As the Chief Development Officer for Benetrends Financial, Eric oversees sales, marketing and strategic relationships. Eric has been a featured speaker at numerous franchise industry conferences and earned a distinction of Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) by the Board of Governors of the IFA in 2016.
A funding partner like Benetrends Financial is a really valuable resource for me and my candidates as most candidates don’t have a sense for what they can afford and the funding options that are available.
Topics covered:
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Process of working with a funding partner like Benetrends Financial
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What are the different funding options available?
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SBA Loan
- SBA Express Loan
- ROBS Plan /401k Rollover
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Unsecured Lines of Credit
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How important is your credit score?
- Determining the right bank to work with for your loan.
- Determining how much someone can invest in a franchise opportunity.
Contact Info:
Eric Schechterman
Benetrends FinancialChief Development OfficerDirect: 267.638.9275
eric@benetrends.com
Joining me today is Matt Reeves.
Matt is the Senior Vice President of Franchise Development with Premium Service Brands.
Premium Service Brands has a unique offering of 6 major home & commercial service franchise opportunities under one umbrella.
- 360 Painting
- ProLift Garage Doors
- Handyman Pro
- Maid Right
- Kitchen Wise
- Renew Crew
Topics Covered include:
- History of 360 Painting
- How many locations does 360 Painting have? How many more can the US market support?
- Who is an ideal candidate for 360 Painting
- Typical day for an owner of 360 Painting?
- What is a typical investment for 360 Painting?
- What is a typical buying/discovery process timeline?
- How are 360 Painting territories defined?
- What type of office facility is needed for 360 Painting?
- What's the initial Training program look like for 360 Painting franchisees
- Average number of employees?
- Is there a Seasonal component?
- Percentage of Exterior vs Interior painting work?
- Competition for 360 Painting franchisees?
- Typical customer for 360 Painting?
- Are there both residential and commercial applications for 360 Painting?
Matt Reeves
Premium Service Brands
VP of Franchise Development
Office: 940.367.2300
Joining me today is Brittany Blackman. Brittany is the Franchise Development Manager with Handyman Connection.
Handyman Connection has been franchising since 1993 and was the first handyman concept to offer franchise opportunities. Unlike general handyman services, Handyman Connection connects customers with specialists skilled in particular trades.
Topics covered:
- How many locations does Handyman Connection have?
- Who is an ideal candidate for Handyman Connection?
- What is a typical day like for an owner?
- What is the typical investment to become a Handyman Connection franchisee?
- What is a typical buying/discovery process timeline?
- What makes a good territory for Handyman Connection?
- What type of office facility is needed?
- What's the initial training program look like?
- Average number of employees? Are they employees or subcontractors?
- Types of services offered by Handyman Connection
- Who is a typical customer for Handyman Connection?
- Are there both residential and commercial applications?
- Does Handyman Connection have an Item 19?
- What separates Handyman Connection from other Handyman Services?
Joining me today is Dana Hansen. Dana is the Director of Franchise Development with College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving.
College Hunks has been named one the fastest growing companies in America by “Inc.” magazine and has made “Entrepreneur” magazine’s list of top franchise opportunities for five years in a row and counting.
**I hope you enjoys today's discussion with Dana Hansen from College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving.
Topics covered:
- History of College Hunks Hauling Junk
- Who is an ideal candidate for College Hunks Hauling Junk?
- How many locations are there?
- What is a typical investment for College Hunks Hauling Junk?
- What makes a good territory and how are they defined?
- What type of office facility is needed?
-Average number of employees required?**
https://www.collegehunkshaulingjunk.com
Dana Hansen
Director of Franchise Development813.557.9999
Joining me today is Kelly Krueger. Kelly is a Senior Consultant with Tenet Financial Group which offers small business funding solutions. Kelly has a decade of experience helping clients obtain the funding needed to turn their dreams of business ownership into reality. Kelly helps her clients understand all of their funding options, allowing them to make informed, educated decisions.
Topics covered:
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One of the most common ways to use retirement funds to fund your franchise is what the IRS calls "Rollover for Business Start-ups" or “ROBS” for short. Other common names for it are "401(k) Business Financing" or "ROBS 401K".
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Setting up a ROBS transaction can be complex. The ROBS plan needs to follow specific steps so that it doesn’t incur any tax penalties or other problems. Working with an experienced provider like Tenet Financial makes sure the entire process runs smoothly.
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What are the advantages of using the ROBs 401 K plan to finance my franchise instead of other financing options?
*Which retirement plans are eligible for ROBS?
*Do I have to roll all my retirement savings into my new business with ROBS?
- Do I have to quit my job to start or buy a business with ROBS?
*What’s the process and costs involved in working with Tenet Financial to set a ROBS 401K plan?
kelly@tenetfinancialgroup.com
www.tenetfinancialgroup.com
Joining me today is Bobby Chung
Bobby is an immigration attorney focusing on U.S. investment and business visas. Before entering private practice, Bobby served as an Attorney Advisor with the U.S. Department of Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review.
Bobby has extensive experience representing foreign entrepreneurs in investor visa matters involving both start-up franchises and acquiring existing franchise businesses.
Based in the Los Angeles area Bobby helps clients on U.S. visa and immigration matters in all 50 States and worldwide.
Bobby is an active member of the California State Bar and the American Immigration Lawyers Association.
Bobby often advises and collaborates with franchise consultants like myself in evaluating franchise businesses to determine eligibility for investment visas and green cards.
Bobby’s passion and expertise really shines through on this episode. I hope you enjoy my discussion with Bobby Chung
Topics covered:
- What is an E2 Visa?
How much do I need to invest to qualify for the E‐2 visa?
How do you qualify for an E2 Visa?
Are franchise businesses suitable for the E‐2 visa?
Does an E-2 Visa allow someones family to re-locate with them?
What happens if your E2 visa application is denied?
Is it beneficial for an E2 visa candidate to work with a franchise consultant?
Bobby C. Chung
Tel: (626) 642-8066
E-mail: info@e2visalawyer.net
Website: E2VisaLawyer.net
Joining me today is Matt Wiggins.
Matt is the Coordinator for Veterans Programs with the International Franchise Association’s VetFran. VetFran is a strategic initiative between the International Franchise Association and the IFA Foundation.
The mission of VetFran is two-fold:
To educate both veterans and franchisors about the unique match between the skills and aptitude of entrepreneurial veterans and the demands and opportunities of being a franchisee. Our research and experience has shown that veterans make great franchisees and that the business model is a gateway to small business ownership, prosperity and success for our nation’s heroes.
To facilitate the transition of veterans into franchising by encouraging franchisors to offer discounts and incentives to veterans on the one hand, and to assemble resources, tools and a database of franchising opportunities for veterans on the other.
Since it’s inception in 1991, VetFran has helped thousands of veterans realize their dream of franchise ownership.
https://www.franchise.org
https://www.vetfran.org
https://franchisehounds.com
linkedin.com/in/mtwiggins
Joining me today is Charlotte Wagner a brand manager for Hounds Town USA.
Hounds Town USA is a fully interactive doggie day care, pet spa and boarding facility. Founded in 2001 by a former New York Police Department K-9 Unit Handler.
Hounds Town USA has been franchising since 2015. It was recognized with Franchise Dictionary Magazine’s “Game Changer” award in 2019 and was part of Franserve’s “Fran-tastic 500” in 2020.
Links:
https://franchisehounds.com/
https://houndstownusa.com/
Items covered in this episode:
- What is Item 19 (Financial Performance Representation) of the Franchise Disclosure Document?
- Does Item 19 tell someone how much they can expect to make?
- Why do some franchise brands have an Item 19 and others don't?
- What to look out for in an Item 19.
- Reasons to work with a franchise attorney.
Mike Drumm
Mike is an attorney with Drumm Law and our founder. Before founding Drumm Law, Mike wore a suit and tie every day and worked at a large national law firm (he is grateful that he no longer has to wear the “lawyer costume” every day).
Mike is continually recognized as a Franchise Times magazine Legal Eagle, and 1851 Franchise Legal Player and is a designated Certified Franchise Executive by the International Franchise Association. He has also received commendation from Super Lawyers. Mike has given presentations on intellectual property, distribution and franchise law across the country.
Mike attended law school at the University of Texas and a semester at University College London (he visited 15 countries while “studying”). Mike obtained a BSBA in Business Management from the University of Missouri-Columbia.
Mentioned in This Episode:
greg@franchisehounds.com
franchisehounds.com
drummlaw.com
Music: New Hero in Town by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
In this episode we cover:
How do you know if it's time to leave your job and start your own business?
Reasons why you should start your own business.
Why franchising is an ideal business format.
Mike Grecky is an entrepreneur who has held senior level corporate executive positions and built an award-winning start-up business, leading large and diverse teams for over 30 years. He has a strength and passion for helping others who want to become business owners. Mike holds a bachelor’s degree in Economics from Brown University and an MBA from the University of Pittsburg. He is the President of Grecky Franchise Consulting, a leading franchise consulting firm that specializes in helping existing and aspiring entrepreneurs achieve their dream of business ownership.
Mentioned in This Episode:
greg@franchisehounds.com
franchisehounds.com
mike@greckyfranchiseconsulting.com
greckyfranchiseconsulting.com
Music: New Hero in Town by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)