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This was the second time we recorded extensively with Aslam Khan, the legendary franchisee known as "the turnaround King". His Rags to Riches story has inspired the franchise community for two decades now. His simple but powerful message shows us "It Can Be Done". Aslam is the Chairman of Falcon Holdings, one of the worlds largest franchisees, and now also a franchisor with a couple of recent acquisitions of Piccadilly and Fatz Cafe. One thing that struck me during this episode was Aslam's focus on giving back. He is literally building roads in his home country of Pakistan. Topics we delve into in this jam packed episode: *Aslam's background and story * What's new and current at Falcon Holdings, including new acquisitions * What is Falcon Management * How important is it for organizations to listen to Young talent? * How do you see the hospitality industry being shaped by technology? * Do you think mediocre single unit operators can be coached to become successful multi unit operators? * How do you res

We did not have a ton of time in this conversation because we recorded four different content segments with Catherine! Some of that content can be found over at franchisors.com BUT we really enjoyed a number of things in this chat including: * Travel woes * State of the Union of Fast Signs * Catherine’s outlook on the Signs and Graphics Industry * Franchising as an integral part of the AMERICAN dream * What IFA provides * What Franchise Action Network is and how to get involved (text FAN to 52886 SCORPION INTERNET MARKETING www.Scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit www.Scorpion.co/mb RPM: www.openmyfranchise.com Open for

We really enjoyed this chat with Michael Browning, CEO of Urban Air Adventure Park for our first stop on the tour! In this episode you will find: -Founding story -Managing multiple openings through effective processes and technology -How to innovate without “betting the farm” -Product innovation and business model innovation -How to AB Test -The Business Opportunity pitch - 13:30 Book mentions: -Shoe Dog -Blitz Scaling Podcast Sponsors: SCORPION INTERNET MARKETING: https://www.scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit https://www.scorpion.co/mb BUSCH GLOBAL: http://buschglobal.com/ Busch Global is more than a franchise develo

This episode introduces the Summer Tour, why it exists, and who our title Sponsors are: www.franchisors.com Podcast Sponsor: www.scorpion.co/mb

Today’s guest went from being a successful franchisee to becoming Chief Executive Officer of Neighborly Brands, which has 22 different brands under the umbrella. In this 40 minute discussion with Mike Bidwell, we explore many topics: *Exploring life on both sides of the business (Zee and Zor) *A discussion on skilled trade jobs *Approach to leveraging technology across multiple brands * Defining his management style *Tools and tips on hiring and building a team *The impact of CMO Lisa Zoelllner's leadership at Neighborly *Building a multi brand platform * Private equity and some of the benefits that are misunderstood, tips and pitfalls *Franchise growth opportunities and goals Links: Book reference: https://whothebook.com/ Franchise Opportunities: https://franchise.neighborlybrands.com/ Get Neighborly: https://www.getneighborly.com/ Follow MODRN BUSINESS on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ModrnBusiness/ Audio Engineer: Ben Kliever

This month's edition of Millennial Monthly has our host, Zack Fishman, sitting down with Nigell Lee, President of Operations for Xpresso Delight USA. Zack and Nigell delve into Xpresso Delight's brand disruption in the office coffee space, how they are attracting Millennial franchisees/customers and lessons Nigell has for franchisors young and old. Audio Engineer: Ben Kliever

Enjoy this Chat at Golds Gym HQ with Chief Development Officer Craig Sherwood. In the episode we talk about the roots of Golds Gym way back in 1965, the explosive growth, their focus on technology and innovation and explore global franchise opportunities. Shout out to BizCom Associates for helping arrange today’s episode. If you’re looking to showcase your brand to all the right audiences, this is the multi-service communications agency you want doing the story-telling for you. You can check out their PR and marketing services at bizcompr.com For more information, call Monica Feid at 972-743-7230. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ModrnBusiness/ Audio Engineer: Ben Kliever

In this Episode (part 2 of this series)WIF host Ashley Schuetz chats with Mary Kennedy Thompson. Both come from military families and both are passionate about franchising. Mary is the Chief Operating Officer of Neighborly Brands, which operates 22 incredible franchise companies under the Neighborly umbrella. Mary is a former Unites States Marine as well as a very successful franchisee before her leadership positions on the "ZOR" side of the business. So in this episode, part one of two interviews publishing here on MODRN BUSINESS, we are talking about some of those early experiences, then we shift gears and discuss Vet Fran. ~*~*~ Special thanks to BizCom Associates for helping arrange today’s episode. If you’re looking to showcase your brand to all the right audiences, this is the multi-service communications agency you want doing the story-telling for you. You can check out their PR and marketing services at bizcompr.com For more information, call Monica Feid at 972-743-7230. Sponsor: www.massageheigh

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Todays guest is Red Boswell, President of International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG) Red brings over 25 years of executive leadership in many areas of franchising, marketing and entrepreneurship. He is an experienced franchisor, CEO, speaker, and consultant. In this episode we get in to -->how to really engage the broker networks to take franchise sales to the next level --> Personal branding --> Social media --> Much more Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ModrnBusiness https://www.ifpg.org/ Audio Engineer: Ben Kliever

This episode features NextGen winner Jenn Turliek, one of the brightest up-and-comers in the Canadian franchise space. Ranging from NASA roots to the layout of her stores, we take a deep dive into Jenn's story and how she plans to grow MakerKids into one of the premier children's STEM franchisors in the world. https://makerkids.com/franchise/ Sponsors: www.ifpg.org www.rallio.com www.franfunnel.com Audio Engineer: Ben Kliever

This episode is part 1 of a two part Mary Kennedy Thompson interview series here on MODRN BUSINESS. Mary is the Chief Operating Officer of Neighborly Brands, which operates 22 incredible franchise companies under the Neighborly umbrella. Mary is a former Unites States Marine as well as a very successful franchisee before her leadership positions on the "ZOR" side of the business. So in this episode, part one of two interviews publishing here on MODRN BUSINESS, we are talking about some of those early experiences, then we shift gears and discuss Vet Fran. ~*~*~ Special thanks to BizCom Associates for helping arrange today’s episode. If you’re looking to showcase your brand to all the right audiences, this is the multi-service communications agency you want doing the story-telling for you. You can check out their PR and marketing services at bizcompr.com For more information, call Monica Feid at 972-743-7230. Audio Engineer: Ben Kliever

On this episode I had an entertaining and informative chat with Brooke Budke, VP of Markting for Title Boxing Club. We covered many topics in this long-form podcast, including: --> advice and tactics as it relates to building an integrated marketing strategy in a MODRN world --> Managing growth and opportunity at Title Boxing Club --> Numerous items on personal and professional development --> Surviving cancer! --> Much more About Brooke: Brooke Budke is a passionate brand and marketing executive who thrives on achieving company goals, leading teams, and motivating business professionals. She has a knack for public speaking, inspiring change and appearing on national TV to gain brand exposure. Her industry knowledge resides primarily in fitness, wellness, franchising, direct sales, public relations, marketing strategy and leadership. Having been with TITLE Boxing Club since 2013, she has led the brand development, digital evolution, brand strategy, local store marketing, campaigns and overall brand esse

In this episode, Aschley Schuetz talks with Liberty Bernal who holds the title of ‘youngest female franchisor in history’. Today Liberty is the Managing Partner of LAR Enterprise, a Co-Owner of EnVie Fitness, and the Master Trainer for EnVie Fitness Online. she has been a franchisor (65+ units), franchisee (two locations), studio owner, advisor, and executive. Over the last 20 years she has fine-tuned her business focus to specialize in franchising, licensing, and business consulting with a specialty in relationship management. Liberty is writing her first book, managing@larenterprise and @libertyandryan (with her husband Ryan), and encouraging people to lead their best lives in the healthiest and most positive ways possible. Liberty is a wife, mom, long-distance runner, group exercise instructor, fitness coach and mentor. Episode Sponsored by: https://www.massageheightsfranchise.com/ Follow MODRN Business on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ModrnBusiness Audio Engineer: Ben Kliever

Enjoy this chat on with James Meeks, CEO of MOVE Systems. MOVE Systems is focused on modernizing the mobile food industry by providing a healthier, safer, and environmentally friendly food cart. Link: https://www.movesystems.com/ Additionally, through its subsidiary Simply Grid, MOVE is working with the FDNY and major hospital systems to reduce carbon emissions and cut energy costs for their mobile fleets. They have become part of our nation's economic fabric by promoting entrepreneurship, supporting the veterans of our armed services, and manufacturing locally, all the while being a steward of the environmental sustainability movement within the world of Mobile Food and urban life. MOVE is an IFA supplier and this conversation will be extremely compelling for those of you in the restaurant business. I also think this is a chat that will still be interesting to those not in the food business too, because we are all consumers and and effected by these trends. James and I caught up at MUFC conference. I

In this chat with Justin Mink from Scorpion Internet Marketing we start with learning about his wide ranging background then tie that experience in to share prospective on trends in digital that you need to be considering. We live in a fast moving world today when it comes to technology, data and digital. It’s hard to sift through and keep up. This episode is a good place to gain some prospective on where things are at and how you should be thinking about your brand's digital presence. Other topics we cover include: * How to navigate the "notification overload" of a 2019 mobile world * Tips on Meditation * Two stellar book suggestions: 10% Happier by Dan Harris and Essentialism by Greg McKeown * Another resource I mentioned was the 10% Happier App and specifically the "Performance" Course by George Mumford, which is a series of 13 meditations designed to teach, enlighten and educate Justin Mink: Justin.Mink@scorpion.co https://www.scorpion.co/ Sponsor: https://www.ifpg.org/ Audio Engineer: Ben Kliever

In this episode of Women in Franchising, our host Ashley Schuetz sits down with GiGi Butler - "the queen of sweet success" - to explore her amazing life story and experiences in franchising. Sponsored by Massage Heights: https://www.massageheightsfranchise.com/ Audio Engineer: Ben Kliever dbkliever@gmail.com Host: Ashley Schuetz https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyschuetz/

We are very excited to announce a BRAND NEW PODCAST! This content track will introduce you to powerful Women in Franchising. In this first episode 001, we will introduce the Podcast series and you will meet your host for the series! Enjoy. Please drop us a line if you would like to suggest a guest, or with any other feedback.

GaryVee was the one who inspired me to start a podcast back in November of 2017, thus it's an incredible honor to have him here today. This episode was recorded before his keynote at IFA 2019 in Las Vegas. The episode features GaryVee in a round table chat with myself and two other franchise entrepreneurs: Scott Mortier of Dental Whale (parent co. of www.dentalfixrx.com) and Shane Evans, Co Founder & President of Massage Heights (https://www.massageheightsfranchise.com) Please tap subscribe, and also connect with me personally on LinkedIn, Facebook, Insta @ryanthomashicks Scott and Shane can be found at: -scott@dentalwhale.com | https://www.facebook.com/scottvmortier Sevans@massageheightsfranchising.com | https://www.facebook.com/ShaneEvansMassageHeights/ Topics in this episode include: -Advice to franchise entrepreneurs on personal branding -Advice and strategies for franchise development and targeting prospects with "entrepreneurial tendencies" -The importance of an integrated LOCAL social strategy a

In this episode, Zack Fishman and Ryan Hicks chat all things millennials in franchising. We decided to just hit record and riff on a few topics: millennial values, industries we believe our generation will gravitate towards, what that all means for retail franchise brands and much more. Special shout-out to the many Millennial Monthly alumni (Carmelo Marsala, Landon Eckles, David Blue, Brooke Gagliano, Jami Stigliano, Ben Davis, etc). and to some of our franchise friends who got name-dropped in here. Some links to stats cited throughout: -https://dynamicsignal.com/2018/10/09/key-statistics-millennials-in-the-workplace/ -https://www.lexingtonlaw.com/blog/credit-cards/millennial-spending-habits.html -https://alexmcfarland.com/media/8-values-that-drive-millennials/ -https://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/22-shocking-stats-millennials-help-chart-tomorrow-change-112531305.html The Inc. Article Zack Mentioned: https://www.businessinsider.com/top-100-millennial-brands-2018-9#4-target-103 Zack's Email: zack@fr