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From Lab Coats to Moving Trucks: Ron Holt's Journey to 2X Franchisor Success! 42:00

6d ago42:00

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This week I am joined by Serial Entrepreneur Ron Holt, the founder of Two Maids and a Mop and Pink Zebra Moving. Ron shares his inspiring journey from lab work, following graduating UGA with a degree in Biology, to a more inspiring, and exciting career, as a successful franchise entrepreneur. Discover how a traffic jam and a pivotal book, (The E-My…

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Who Can Turn the World on With His Smile | Bruce Boxleitner, Part 2 1:04:46

6d ago1:04:46

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“Katie and I, our relationship could be a little exciting -- I had to watch my step, I had to toe the line. I had to behave myself or I’d get taken to the principal’s office... And she was the principal.” -- Bruce Boxleitner In Part Two of their conversation, Bruce reflects on the differences between doing TV then and now, his relationship with Kat…

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68: How Kitty Assenmacher Built A Thriving Wholesaling Business 37:22

6d ago37:22

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Tom welcomes to the show Kitty Assenmacher, a successful real estate investor and licensed agent. Kitty shares her journey from being a novice in wholesaling to building her own business, focusing on acquiring properties and assisting local investors. She discusses the challenges of navigating the real estate market, the importance of genuine commu…

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The Scarecrow and his Mrs. King | Bruce Boxleitner, Part 1 40:37

13d ago40:37

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“Kate was able to go off script. Then I found I could go with her. Pretty soon we’re doing stuff that is not on the written page. That’s where we found the little ‘in-between’ moments.” - Bruce Boxleitner Susan and Sharon are so excited to talk with the star of one of their favorite 80s TV shows of all time -- Bruce Boxleitner from Scarecrow & Mrs.…

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Leadership Lessons from Jo Kirchner on Perfection, Progress, and Community 38:47

13d ago38:47

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Have you ever wondered how a working mom’s frustration led to a nationwide revolution in early childcare and a thriving franchise? Jo Kirchner joined Primrose in 1990 as Vice President and became President and CEO in 1999. Her lifelong mission is to deliver a nurturing environment and a quality learning foundation to help children become confident …

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In Memoriam: Ron Bender, Taken From Us, Entirely Too Soon! 26:00

13d ago26:00

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Ron Bender was one of the most affable, caring, sharing professionals in all of franchising. We lost him this weekend and he will be sorely missed. I interviewed Ron on Dec. 6, 2023, while he was still at Threshold Brands I re-listened to that episode yesterday, after learning of his death. While most of the conversation was centered around Thresho…

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Tropical Smoothie CEO Charles Watson: Where We're At and Where We're Heading! 35:00

20d ago35:00

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Tropical Smoothie Cafe is a leading franchise in the health-focused fast-casual market. With nearly 1,500 locations nationwide, they offer an extensive menu of real-fruit smoothies, wraps, salads, sandwiches and flatbreads. Charles Watson joined Tropical Smoothie Cafes in 2010 as VP of Franchise Development and was elevated to Chief Development Off…

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Casting Jeff Bridges, Anne Hathaway, Keira Knightly and more | Marcia Ross, part 2 50:26

20d ago50:26

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‘The Princess Diaries’, ‘Romy & Michelle’, ‘10 Things I Hate About You’, ‘Clueless’… Whenever I think my work doesn’t mean anything to anyone at any time and never will… somebody says to me, ‘Those movies -- I watched them and I showed them to my kid.” -- Casting Director Marcia Ross In Part Two of our conversation with Casting Director Marcia Ross…

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Stephanie Johnson: Marketing Leader at AlphaGraphics, PostNet & World Options 34:00

27d ago34:00

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Stephanie Johnson’s journey began with earning her Master of Science in Integrated Marketing Communications and gaining experience at a safety association. That path led her relocate to Denver and join AlphaGraphics, where she rapidly ascended from her initial role as Marketing Campaign Manager in 2019, to her present position, VP of Marketing for …

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Casting Thirtysomething & Creating Stars | Marcia Ross, Part 1 58:05

27d ago58:05

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“An actor is either compelling -- or they are NOT compelling. Doesn’t matter if they’re green. You want to watch them. That’s what makes them a star. How do I know? I just feel it.” -- Marcia Ross, Casting Director How did “Clueless” and “Princess Diaries” and “Romy and Michelle’s High School Reunion” find their leads? Casting Director Marcia Ross …

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Franchise Success Through Heartfelt Communication & Visionary Leadership with Shane Evans 44:04

27d ago44:04

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What does it take to foster real trust and passion in a franchise? Today’s guest, Shane Evans is an accomplished entrepreneur and franchisor, best known as the Co-Founder of Massage Heights, a premier membership-based massage and skincare company. With a passion for enhancing well-being, Shane has cultivated a culture of elevated wellness that touc…

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The Franchise Leaders Forum Interviews Stan Friedman and We Simulcast it Here! 36:00

1M ago36:00

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This week I present a very special edition of Franchise Today, featuring excerpts of me being interviewed by Tracy Panase and Shannon Wilburn, on their brand new podcast, The Franchise Leaders Forum. With permission from Tracy and Shannon, we are simulcasting that interview, right here on Franchise Today. So, listen as we flip the script and I beco…

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Sean Bock: From Tax Law to Franchise Development... A Storied Career! 34:00

1M ago34:00

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Welcome to another exciting episode of Franchise Today featuring Sean Bach, a seasoned franchise professional with a unique journey through the industry. From his early exposure to franchising through his father's association with the founder of Pizza Hut, to his pivotal roles at Cold Stone Creamery, Drybar, and now Pure Glow, Sean's story is one o…

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When Women Invented Television | NY Times Bestselling author Jennifer Keishin Armstrong 1:05:18

1M ago1:05:18

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Welcome to Season 3! Sharon and Susan kick off a new season with Jennifer Keishan Armstrong, the New York Times bestselling author of Seinfeldia: How a Show about Nothing Changed Everything, When Women Invented Television, Sex and the City and Us, and Mary and Lou and Rhoda and Ted. Jennifer writes about entertainment and pop culture for the New Yo…

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Unconventional Strategies for Franchise Success with Stan Friedman 35:57

1M ago35:57

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If you don’t do something that differentiates you, you don’t even get a look, much less an opportunity. In today’s episode we are diving into strategies for franchise success. We are starting off with the importance of thinking outside the box and how we can be creative about drawing attention and sales into our business. As well as always being a …

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Jenny Young, CEO, Brooklyn Robot Foundry: Empowering Creativity in Young Minds! 27:00

2M ago27:00

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This week we are joined by Jenny Young, founder and CEO of Brooklyn Robot Foundry. Jenny is our Q-3, 2024 rising star of franchising and she shares her inspiring journey from a single unit in NYC, to the establishment of a successful, emerging franchise system, that is thriving!.. Jenny discusses how her background as a mechanical engineer and her …

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SNEAK PEEK: Susan and Sharon Spill Secrets for Season 3 38:45

2M ago38:45

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In this special bonus episode, Susan, Sharon and Melissa spill a few secrets about our upcoming season and fun guests coming soon to 80s TV Ladies. Can you guess what female-driven television shows from the 1980s we’ll be covering in our upcoming season? THE CONVERSATION Do we know what we did this summer? How was your summer? What is that feeling …

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How to Choose the Right Franchise with FranNet CEO Jania Bailey 42:45

2M ago42:45

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When it comes to owning a franchise the most important thing you can do to set yourself up for success is to do your due diligence. And the most effective way to do your due diligence is with FranNet's 7-step process that sets you, the potential franchisee, up for long-term success. Today, we are joined by Jania Bailey who joined FranNet in 2006 an…

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Brian Schnell: Navigating the Path to Responsible Franchising! 33:00

2M ago33:00

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This week on Franchise Today I sit down with Brian Schnell, Partner and Chair of the Franchise Practice at Faegre Drinker, as well as the Chairman of the IFA's Franchise Relations Committee. Brian shares his journey into the world of franchise law, starting from his early days at Gray Plant Moody and his first project with International Dairy Queen…

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ENCORE: Revisit Stephanie Zimbalist Talks Remington Steele, Part 2 1:06:37

2M ago1:06:37

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BONUS: Check out this exciting encore episode from Season 1: Part TWO of our interview with true show business icon and classic 8os TV Lady -- “Remington Steele’s” one-and-only Laura Holt -- Stephanie Zimbalist. In a career spanning six decades, Stephanie has performed on stage and screen with everyone: Alec Baldwin, Walter Matthau, Jessica Tandy, …

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Back to the Future, with Brett Larabee! 29:00

2M ago29:00

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This week we are joined by Brett Larrabee, a seasoned franchise professional who has accomplished a great deal in his culinary and franchise career. Brett’s incredible journey began right out of college, as a franchisee…, not just any franchisee, but as Subway’s very first, in the City of Seattle. Over the next 20 years, Brett grew with Subway, ope…

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The Leadership Path for Growth with Alex Judd 49:00

2M ago49:00

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Do you sometimes feel stuck when it comes to moving your business forward? Perhaps, you aren't clear on what path you should take or you don’t have a clear vision of your business? What if you had a clear framework and intentional goals to drive your business growth? Today, our guest Alex Judd sheds light on the magic of success statements, definin…

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Jamie Izaks, President All Points PR: His Journey From Journalism to PR Mastery! 35:00

3M ago35:00

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This week we dive deep into the fascinating career of Jamie Izaks, co-founder and president of All Points Public Relations. Jamie's journey from journalism to the hospitality industry, and finally to entrepreneurship, is a story of inspiration and perseverance. Jamie and I have known each other for 18 years, but it wasn’t until recently that I trul…

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ENCORE: Revisit Stephanie Zimbalist Talks Remington Steele, Part 1 1:01:58

3M ago1:01:58

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It's more Summer Reruns. Check out this cool encore episode from Season 1: Susan and Sharon sit down with a true show business icon and classic 8os TV Lady -- “Remington Steele’s” one-and-only Laura Holt -- Stephanie Zimbalist. In a career spanning six decades, Stephanie has performed on stage and screen with everyone: Alec Baldwin, Walter Matthau,…

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From Cinderella to Wonder Woman-Aicha Bascaro, CEO of American Franchise Academy 35:00

3M ago35:00

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This week we delve into the incredible journey of Aicha Boscaro, founder and CEO of the American Franchise Academy. Aicha recounts her unexpected entry into the franchising world, from her humble beginnings, freah out of college in the 80's, and out of business, after her retail boutique start-up failed. Looking for something easy to do, to pay her…

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The Power of Franchising as a Small Business Owner with Art Coley 45:05

3M ago45:05

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When it comes to owning a franchise as a small business owner the benefits are high! They have a proven business model. They have manuals and training, and they will onboard you. They will teach you the industry, help you make less mistakes and hopefully achieve profitability faster than if you opened a stand alone small business. It was this busin…

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ENCORE: Revisit Cagney & Lacey with Tyne Daly 1:18:16

3M ago1:18:16

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Encore! Encore! For the summer break, Sharon and Susan take you back to the 80s with reruns, and back to Season 1 with a very special encore presentation of Ep. 119. Meet the woman behind Mary Beth Lacey. Sharon and Susan are excited and honored to talk with Emmy and Tony Award winning actress and the star of Cagney & Lacey, Tyne Daly. In a career …

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Alicia Miller: An Expert's Guide to Navigating Private Equity in Franchising! 30:00

3M ago30:00

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Over the past two weeks, we've delved into some fascinating finance conversations, centered upon creating liuidity events via royalty transactions, thanks to insights from Sean Morrison and David Earle. This week, we remain in the capital arena with Alicia Miller, a strategic advisor to franchise founders, leaders, and investors. Alicia Miller is t…

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Franchise for Good: Purpose, Growth, and Franchise Opportunities with Dave Keil 46:42

3M ago46:42

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How does one go from working at a Fortune 500 company doing jobs like production supervisor, plant industrial engineer, marketer, finance person and more to running an ice cream franchise business? Dave first fell in love with the Haagen-Daz Shoppes franchise because of the entrepreneurship and putting people in business. After this first foray int…

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David Earl, CFO, Stratus Building Solutions: Having Your Cake and Eating it Too! 32:00

3M ago32:00

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Welcome to Franchise Today. In this week's episode, we continue our exploration of liquidity events that seem almost too magical to be true. Imagine achieving a liquidity event without sacrificing any equity or control over your brand. Last week, Sean Morrison from Diversified Royalty Management introduced us to this intriguing concept. Today, we'r…

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Top Ten Guest Stars of A Different World! 1:08:29

3M ago1:08:29

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"One of the things I love about looking back at 80s television is you get to see some early and amazing young stars and very exciting stunt casting." It's Guest Stars Galore on 80s TV Ladies! We're taking a nostalgic trip back to the iconic 80s sitcom "A Different World." Susan and Sharon debate -- and celebrate -- the amazing roster of guest stars…

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Navigating Change and Growth in Franchising with Mary Kennedy Thompson 43:47

4M ago43:47

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Let’s just start with the biggest question we are all asking ourselves! Why did Mary Kennedy Thompson leave Neighborly for BNI to become their CEO? Today, Mary is sharing that answer with us as well as her remarkable journey through the franchise system as a trailblazing leader. She sheds light on pivotal lessons in leadership, organizational chang…

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Cultivating Culture, Retaining Talent, and Modeling Leadership in Franchising with Bridget Jones 42:42

4M ago42:42

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What happens when you sell your successful franchise to pursue a dream? A dream that you ended up being denied? You do everything in your power to overcome the obstacles and hurdles until that dream becomes a reality. Today, we are joined by Bridget Jones. Bridget is a former owner of a Just Between Friends franchise and a current owner of a Chick-…

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From Franchisee to CEO - Tracy Panase’s Journey of Leadership Success 43:57

4M ago43:57

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How does one go from a multi-unit franchisee to owner and CEO of the company? Tracy’s dedication to the mission, vision and values of the organization led her to make the leap from franchisee to CEO. In today’s episode, Tracy shares her foray into the franchisee space, and no it didn’t start with the Just Between Friends (JBF) franchise! But it was…

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Shannon Wilburn’s Path to Franchise Success 39:31

4M ago39:31

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What is it truly like to start your own franchise? What challenges do you face as the franchisor? Shannon Wilburn is the innovative force behind the Just Between Friends Franchise System. Today, she shares about the pivotal role of open communication and transparency in fostering strong relationships with franchisees. She sheds light on the challen…

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Unlocking Liquidity Without Sacrificing Equity: A New Frontier in Franchising! 32:00

4M ago32:00

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In this episode, we hear from Sean Morrison, CEO of Diversified Royalty, as we delve into a groundbreaking approach to achieving liquidity for founder-led franchise concepts, without giving up any equity. This method allows qualified franchisors to monetize their current royalty base at very generous multiples of EBITDA, with no need to sell any eq…

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Welcome to The Franchise Leaders Forum! 1:34

4M ago1:34

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Whether you're a franchise or franchisee, or aspiring to join the franchising world, you're in the right place! Welcome to The Franchise Leadership Forum, the podcast that tackles the challenges and pains that you face every day. From understanding franchise dynamics to growing and supporting your franchisees. We get it because we've been there and…

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Does A Different World Need a Reboot? | 90s TV Babies 1:00:31

4M ago1:00:31

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The 90s TV Babies are back to examine the 80s sensation A Different World! Serita Fontanesi, Sergio Perez and Megan Ruble signed up for classes at Hillman College TV. But now it’s time for finals. This will ALL be on the test. Professors Lambert and Johnson assigned these episodes to watch: S1: E1 -- “Pilot” S2: E1 -- “Dr. War Is Hell” S2: E20 -- “…

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Graham Chapman: The More Things Change, The More They Stay The Same! 34:00

4M ago34:00

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This week on Franchise Today, I am joined by Graham Chapman, who shares his unique journey into the franchising world, a path paved with family ties and serendipitous encounters. Discover how Graham's early experiences with 919 Marketing, a family business turned industry leader, shaped his career and set the stage for his current ventures. As the …

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Sticky Fingers Cooking School, CEO Erin Fletter: A Rising Star in Franchising! 34:00

4M ago34:00

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This week I welcome Erin Fletter, the passionate founder and CEO of Sticky Fingers Cooking. Discover how Erin's humble beginnings at her kitchen table led to the creation of a thriving children's cooking school franchise. Learn about her inspiring journey, the challenges she faced, and the innovative systems she implemented to begin successfully sc…

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A Different World and Hollywood Strategies For Revolution | Director Neema Barnette 1:21:17

4M ago1:21:17

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“A lot of production companies… who decide to do stories about people of color are not used to having the people of color they hire coming in with an opinion. Coming in contradicting them on certain things.” -- Neema Barnette, director, A Different World Susan and Sharon welcome legendary producer-director Neema Barnette to talk about her journey f…

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Donatos CEO, Tom Krouse: It's About the People, the Pizza, and a Whole Lot More! 32:00

5M ago32:00

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In this episode of Franchise Today, I sit down with Tom Krause, CEO of Donato's Pizza, for a compelling conversation about the storied history and exciting future of the beloved pizza brand. Tom shares his unique journey into the franchising world, starting with his early days at McDonalds and Wendy's and eventually leading him to Donato's. He disc…

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67: Proven Strategies to Overcome Real Estate Hurdles - Frank & Laurie Woods 53:25

5M ago53:25

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Tom welcomes to the show, a dynamic couple who transitioned from corporate jobs to being successful real estate investors. They share their journey, starting with the emotional and logistical challenges they faced when Laurie's father passed away, leading them to clean out and sell his house. This experience sparked their interest in real estate, a…

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Tim Murphy, CEO of Boomers Parks: Turning Lemons into Lemonade! 43:00

5M ago43:00

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This week I sit down with Tim Murphy, a company turnaround specialist, with a storied career in the restaurant, entertainment and franchising worlds. Tim shares his journey from working at Denny's Corporate to becoming a mentee of the late Applebee's International Founder and CEO, Abe Gustin Jr. Now, Tim has taken the helm at Boomers Parks a rising…

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A Different World | Showrunner, Writer Susan Fales-Hill 1:06:22

5M ago1:06:22

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“You can be anything you want in this world, darling. But if you become an actress or a nun, I’ll kill myself.” -- legendary actress Josephine Premice to her daughter, writer/producer Susan Fales-Hill. Susan and Sharon welcome writer and showrunner Susan Fales-Hill as they continue their look back at the classic 80’s comedy series A Different World…

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Keith Gerson: From Hippie Rocker, to Franchise Rock Star. 50 + Years in the Biz! 37:00

5M ago37:00

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Welcome to another exciting episode of Franchise Today. This week,I welcome Keith Gerson, a trusted friend, respected peer, and an erstwhile frenemy. Keith delves into his early days in franchising, starting from his hippie rock-and-roll days to his first serious job responding to an ad in the Portland Oregonian. He recounts his journey from being …

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Exploring A Different World | Niceole Levy 1:10:04

5M ago1:10:04

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Sharon and Susan begin an all-new series of episodes looking at the groundbreaking 80s sitcom A Different World (1987-1993). This Cosby Show spin-off starred Lisa Bonet, Kadeem Hardison, Jasmine Guy, Charnele Brown, Dawn Lewis and Marissa Tomei. It explored the lives of students at Hillman College, a fictional HBCU, and addressed issues such as rac…

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Adam Povlitz: Anago Franchisees Are Cleaning Up! 35:00

6M ago35:00

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Since 1989, Anago has been making the dream of business ownership a reality. As CEO & President, Adam is deeply passionate about fostering entrepreneurship and the financial freedom that comes with it. He firmly believe that entrepreneurship is the cornerstone of economic progress. At Anago, they provide aspiring business owners with turnkey soluti…

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Directing Miami Vice and Cagney & Lacey | Jan Eliasberg 1:15:37

6M ago1:15:37

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“I was quite set on theater. I was going to go out to Los Angeles for one year -- and that was it. Then I was going to go back to New York and devote myself to the theater. It didn’t work out that way.” -- Jan Eliasberg 80s TV Ladies "Director Ladies" series continues as Susan and Sharon welcome legendary director Jan Eliasberg. Jan began her telev…

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Wing Snob Co-Founder and President Brian Shunia: Our Wings are Simply Better! 24:00

6M ago24:00

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Brian Shunia is the President and Co-Founder of The Wing Snob™ brand and as such, he is dedicated to serving the very best, fresh, never frozen, mouthwatering, hormone-free chicken wings anywhere, topped by a variety of delectable signature sauces and flavorful dry rubs. Wing Snob™ operates as a modern, quick-service, fast casual style restaurant w…

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