Modern Business

In this Supplier Wire Series episode of Modrn Business Podcast, Ryan Hicks chats with Romain Dudek, U.S. Business Developer of Smappen. Smappen is the quickest and easiest territory mapping software you’ve ever had. Their all-in-one online platform helps you choose the best location by providing detailed demographics and competitor analysis. Ryan and Romain discuss Smappen's cutting-edge territory mapping solution, and what your franchise development strategy should look like. Connect with today's guest: franchisesuppliernetwork.com/featured-supplier/smappen/ Register for the Franchise “UnConferences” at www.franchisors.com

In this episode, Zack previews conferences, trends and exciting new Modrn Business announcements in Q1 of 2024

In this Supplier Wire Series episode of Modrn Business Podcast, Ryan Hicks chats with Aditya Varanasi, Founder & CEO of Awarity. Awarity is an AI-powered advertising platform that helps brands reach their ideal customers more efficiently than other forms of awareness advertising, driving industry-leading ROI. Ryan and Aditya discuss Awarity's cutting-edge franchise advertising solutions, and how they are using automation in a game changing way for the franchise space. Connect with today's guest: franchisesuppliernetwork.com/featured-s…-managers/ Register for the Franchise “UnConferences” at www.franchisors.com

Zack chats with Entrepreneur Magazine’s Editor-In-Chief, Jason Feifer, to go into all things 2024 Top 500!

In this episode, Zack revisits his early 2023 conversation with Youth Athletes United CEO & Co-Founder, Adam Geisler. We hear about his learnings, his successes and his exciting initiatives for 2024.

Zack takes a trip down Wellness 2.0 Lane once again with Ryan Vesce of Matterhorn Fit. We discuss their place within this revolution, why franchisees should be scrambling to their concept, his connection to the sports world and of course, his favorite hockey team.

In this Supplier Wire Series episode of Modrn Business Podcast, Ryan Hicks chats with Ross Weisman, Managing Partner of Epic Managers. Epic Managers helps franchisees hire high-performing unit-level managers Ryan and Ross talk through how to find & hire great store-level and regional managers for your franchise brand. Connect with today's guest: franchisesuppliernetwork.com/featured-supplier/epic-managers/ Register for the Franchise “UnConferences” at www.franchisors.com

In this Supplier Wire Series episode of Modrn Business Podcast, Ryan Hicks chats with Anthony Andre, Sales Leader of the Franchise Vertical for PandoLogic. PandoLogic is a global market leader in programmatic recruitment and generative conversational AI solutions that effectively source, qualify and engage job candidates through intelligent automation. Ryan and Anthony talk through programmatic recruitment for frontline workers, and how your franchisees can leverage conversational A.I. to give them a strategic advantage. Connect with today's guest: franchisesuppliernetwork.com/featured-supplier/pandologic/ Register for the Franchise “UnConferences” at www.franchisors.com

In this Supplier Wire Series episode of Modrn Business Podcast, Dean Hatzitheodosiou, the FSN Chief Sales Officer, chats with Jonathan Hill, Co-Founder of Morrow Hill. Morrow Hill is the premier firm for the largest global organizations to both exclusively represent tenant lease negotiations and offer our clients a single point of contact. Jonathan & Dean chat through all things real estate & technology in franchising, and what franchise brands should expect in 2024. Connect with today's guest: franchisesuppliernetwork.com/featured-supplier/morrow-hill/ Register for the Franchise “UnConferences” at www.franchisors.com

In this Supplier Wire Series episode of Modrn Business Podcast, Ryan Hicks chats with Carl Udler, Sr. Director of Marketing from Hughes. Hughes is a global managed service provider with 50 years of experience in connectivity and communication that helps our clients thrive in whatever the future brings. Ryan and Carl talk customer experience and technology, specifically how to make franchisees more profitable while also protecting them on the cybersecurity front. Connect with today's guest: franchisesuppliernetwork.com/featured-supplier/hughes/ Register for the Franchise “UnConferences” at www.franchisors.com

In this episode, Zack chats with the Co-Founder & CEO of Sticky Fingers Cooking, Erin Fletter. We discuss how Erin came up with the idea to franchise, how they differentiate from others in the children's cooking arena and what their ideal candidate profile is shaping up to look like.

In this special Modrn Business episode, we go behind the scenes of one of the fastest growing franchise brands in 2022, Rolling Suds. With the help of Co-Founder & CEO Aaron Harper and Board Member (and serial investor) David Barr; Modrn Business explores what makes this brand one of the most sought-after in the franchise market today!

Zack chats with the Founder & CEO of Pure Glow, Lauren Rampello Becotte about the growing "sunless tanning" space within franchising. In this episode, we cover the stigma facing her industry, the staffing advantage she has over other boutique wellness brands and why Lauren believes this brand can work all over the USA.

In this Supplier Wire Series episode of Modrn Business Podcast, Dean Hatzitheodosiou, the FSN Chief Sales Officer, chats with Matt O'Brien, Managing Director from Dynaxe Workforce. Dynaxe Workforce utilizes their business immigration expertise to support companies nationwide battling labor shortages and high turnover. Dean and Matt discuss the challenges of QSR (Quick Service Restaurants) in solving labor shortages. Matt shares his experience with various sales roles across several industries and explains his current role at Dynaxe Workforce. Connect with today's guest: franchisesuppliernetwork.com/featured-supplier/dynaxe-workforce/ Register for the Franchise “UnConferences” at www.franchisors.com

In this episode, Zack chats with one of the hottest brands in the Food & Beverage world, Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe. Through his conversation with CEO, Dan Simpson, and Senior Director of Marketing, Julie Wade; Zack delves into the secrets of Taziki's success. From loyalty programs, to the prominence of LTOs, the brands entrance into non-traditional to the founding story; this episode has it all!

In this episode I had a great conversation with Dok Kwon, COO of Cupbop, a fast growing Korean BBQ in a cup franchise opportunity. In the episode we discussed the Cupbop brand story, growth, investment opportunity, and future plans Dok's Background: - Originally from Korea, moved to the US at age 11 - Worked in finance at Goldman Sachs and Citadel as an investor and analyst - First encountered Cupbop as a customer when it was a food truck in Utah - Joined Cupbop 4 years ago to help scale the brand nationally Cupbop Overview: - Founded in 2013 in Salt Lake City Utah, now over 50 locations in 6 states - International presence with 170+ units in Indonesia - Korean BBQ ingredients like meat, rice, noodles served in a cup - Customizable with different proteins, spice levels, and sauces - Popular menu items: Combo Bop, Beef Bop, Rock Bop (Korean fried chicken) Growth and Expansion: - Planning to reach 100 locations by 2024, with focus on multi-unit franchise partners - Looking for experienced operators to gro

In this Supplier Wire Series episode of Modrn Business Podcast, Ryan chats with Derrick Ableman, Marketing Manager of Northeast Color. Northeast Color produces branded decor and interior/exterior signage solutions for the franchise industry—with a special focus on Value Engineering and product optimization. Ryan and Derrick talk about Northeast Color's years of experience producing branded interior and exterior signage for national chains of all sizes and varieties, how they help locations launch on time and on budget, and maintaining brand consistency with an eye toward maximum impact. Connect with today's guest: franchisesuppliernetwork.com/featured-supplier/northeast-color/ Register for the Franchise “UnConferences” at www.franchisors.com

In this Modrn Business Podcast, Zack welcomes back Shelly Sun, CEO & Founder of Brightstar Care, to the show. We discuss her amazing founding story, how Brightstar differentiate from others in the home health space, how she gives back to the franchise space through her Franchise Certification program at Univ. of Tennessee and Shelly's tireless work in providing opportunities for students and nurses to join the industries she loves.

In this episode, Zack chats with the CEO of Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill, Greg Willman. We discuss Greg's journey to CEO, the approach towards prototypes/location mix, the secret to the brand's simplicity, how menu innovation plays a role and plans for 2024.

In this Modrn Business episode Ryan chats with Founder & CEO of Premium Service Brands, Paul Flick.