Franchise Interviews

Great Quotes In Franchising Podcast: You can't paint the golden arches green, so follow the system. - Karol Mercuio is referencing the great Michael Gerber. Karol has been in the franchise industry for over 30 years and has owned and operated her business for the past 19 years, advising and coaching people in franchising. An IFPG Member since 2012, Karol has placed countless people in their companies and enhanced their quality of life. Karol started her career in the franchise industry working for Nutri/System, a billion-dollar international franchised weight loss company with more than 1,500 companies and franchised units nationwide.

Did you miss our podcast “Mental Health Awareness Month and Massage Therapy Franchises?” May is mental health awareness month. According to the American Massage Therapy Association, almost 50% of adults in the United States will experience a mental health challenge during their lifetime. Moreover, a growing body of research supports the positive impact of massage therapy on relieving stress, anxiety, and depression. Many studies indicate it can provide benefits similar to psychotherapy for specific conditions.   Today we are going to play clips from three massage therapy franchises: We play our interview with Scott Schubiger, Chief Development Officer of the Massage Heights franchise opportunity. Massage Heights is a family-owned massage and wellness franchise dedicated to elevating the lives of others by providing Members and Guests with professional, affordable, and resort-quality massage, skincare, and wellness services. You will hear our interview with the President of the Hand & Stone fran

Today’s Great Quote in franchising comes from Alex Wilkes of Pearle Vision. Alex discusses why being proud of the brand name is so important when choosing a franchise opportunity.

We have a great show. We are meeting with Ed Quinlan, President of Chem-Dry - the world's leading carpet and upholstery cleaning service. Since its launch in 1977, Chem-Dry has become the recognized market leader by building a robust network of 1,800 franchises across the country. The brand was recognized as one of the top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500(r), the world's first, best, and most comprehensive franchise ranking. Chem-Dry ranked on this prestigious list for its outstanding performance in unit growth, financial strength and stability, and overall brand power. Ed discusses the following: 1. Where are you calling from today? 2. Can you describe the history of Chem-Dry? What are some key milestones in the brand's history? 3. How do you describe the franchise to a prospective franchisee? 4. How has technology played a role in your business? 5. How big is your industry? How does Chem-Dry stand out? 6. What has been the most interesting thing that has happened to you since

If you go to our “About Us” page, you will notice the first paragraph discusses why we started Franchise Interviews. It states the following: Every business has a story. That is one of the reasons we created Franchise Interviews. It is amazing and inspiring how ordinary people achieved extraordinary success through franchising. Today’s guest and franchisee is a classic example of someone achieving the American dream through franchising. Today’s Great Quote in Franchising comes from Tony Lutfi. Tony Lutfi,is the Chief Executive Officer of the Marlu Investment Group. The Marlu Investment Group are franchise owners to systems like Little Caesars, Sizzler, Jack in the Box, Arby’s, Church’s Chicken, Sears Appliance & Hardware Stores, Sears Home Appliance Showrooms, Sears Outlet Stores, and more. Runtime: 06:08 | Views: 76890 | Aug 7, 2022

We have a great show. We are meeting with Jesse Coslov- Founder/CEO of The Dog Stop. The Dog Stop® provides premium services and retail experience for dogs and their owners. Their one-stop-shop focus allows pets to enjoy boarding, dog daycare, grooming, and training within one facility's confines. Their concept alleviates the stress of traveling to multiple locations and dealing with strangers daily. The Dog Stop® model allows our highly trained staff to build relationships with their clients, four-legged and two. In addition, our carefully selected retail offering has a health and wellness focus, from foods to treats and holistic treatments. In part two, we play a clip from our popular Great Quotes in Franchising podcast. 

We have a great show. We meet with Peter Stern, Managing Director, USA of Mr Jeff. Mr Jeff is a laundry service infused with cutting-edge AI technology that has globally modernized the tedious task of laundry in more than 30 countries and is proud to announce its contribution to the conservation of water and energy through its laundry services. Using laundry services saves 12,373,102 gallons of water and 593.273 kilowatts of energy a year compared to doing laundry at home.  Mr Jeff, a tech-based home-delivery laundry service, is part of Jeff, a wellness services platform founded in Valencia, Spain, in 2015 by three young entrepreneurs. With Mr Jeff hubs in over 30 countries, the goal is to provide The Good Good Life to its users and business owners. In part two, we play a clip from our popular Great Quotes in Franchising podcast. 

We are meeting with the President and CEO of the Desert Moon franchise opportunity, Gary Occhiogrosso. Dessert Moon is the East Coast's original Fresh Mexican Grille franchise. Desert Moon has been "The Fresh, Healthful Alternative to Fast Food" since 1992. It's all about the food!!! Fresh ingredients, big flavor, made-to-order, zero trans fat, high fiber, low fat with gluten-free and essential Organic items. Our modified table service is set in a fun, fast-casual environment.

"Embrace the Journey Together in Franchising - Join the Flow and Paddle Along; Avoid Going Against the Current. This insightful quote is from David Ritterling, representing Visiting Angels, featured in the Great Quotes in Franchising Podcast. Wise counsel from David!"

Today, Franchise Interviews celebrates National Pretzel Day.  If you love a Pretzel, then National Pretzel Day on April 26 is the day for you. According to National Today, Pretzels, somewhat surprisingly, got their start in the Catholic Church. Sometime around the 7th Century A.D., monks presented their students with treats of baked dough twisted in the shape of crossed arms. At the time, crossing one’s arms was the traditional posture for prayer. Not only that, but pretzels, made from water, flour and salt, were also the perfect food for Lent — when meat, dairy and eggs were prohibited. So, there you have some National Pretzel Day history — with a twist! Today we will play a clip of an interview we did with Bill Dunn. Auntie Anne's is award-winning franchise system that is consistently ranked number one in the category of hand-rolled soft pretzels by Entrepreneur's Franchise 500, has received the World-Class Franchise. Bill offers advice on how to select a charitable partner that makes sense for your brand'

We are meeting with Nick Lopez, the founder of LIME Painting. After discovering his passion for home improvement while owning his first painting LLC, Nick Lopez founded LIME Painting in 2013 to set the standard of excellence in painting high-end residential and commercial properties. Five years later, he put his perfected business model to the test and began franchising to provide high-quality interior and exterior painting, coating, and other restoration services to maintain the aesthetic and integrity of luxury properties across the country. Every Business Has A Story Nick Lopez founded his first painting LLC at the age of 19 to help pay for his college tuition and textbooks. A company he started out of necessity quickly blossomed into a passion for home improvement. Nick will discuss how Michael Gerber's book "The E-Myth Revisited" had a significant impact on his life.  Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. We play a clip from the great Michael Gerber from our Great Quotes in Fran

Great Quotes in Franchising Podcast - The Same Vision and Passion - Today's Great Quote in Franchising comes from Nancy Bigley, the CEO of Bottle and Bottega.

We are meeting Edward Navan, Co-Founder, and CVO of The Covery. The Covery is a destination for IMMERSIVE Wellness. Its mission is to keep its members and communities healthy and productive through various services for the Mind and Body. More than ever, Immunity and mental health are the critical factors for a healthy lifestyle. At The Covery, we help you understand and formulate a plan to best boost your feelings of well-being and overall health. Every Business Has A Story Founded in early 2019, The Covery came about as the fitness industry was booming, and co-founders Edward Navan and Troy Archer saw a gap in the industry regarding recovery from different workouts. Since then, the brand has evolved from those who work out to everyone and the natural stresses in their daily lives. In Part Two, we play a clip from our popular Great Quotes in Franchising podcast. 

What a great quote! “Franchising Gives You The Chance To Start On Third Base.” That quote was by franchise legend George Naddaff who has been tagged by many as the guru in franchising. Listen to George’s advice to aspiring entrepreneurs. George Naddaff has been tagged the guru in franchising.  We had George on our one year anniversary of doing the show and he had several great quotes.  This was one of our favorites! Franchise Interviews gives an up-close and behind-the-scenes look at franchising. You can listen to over 800 interviews on our website http://www.franchiseinterviews.com

We have a great show. We are meeting with Bill Snow, Vice President, Franchise Development & Operations, Rad Air Franchise Systems, Inc. Rad Air has a long history of providing quality automotive repair services and comprehensive vehicle maintenance to Northeast Ohio. In business since 1975, Rad Air started as a small radiator and air conditioning repair shop in Parma Heights, hence the name “Rad Air.” Although we continue to provide superior automotive heating and cooling system repairs, we have become the best choice in Greater Cleveland and Akron for complete automotive repair and car maintenance services at an affordable price. In Part Two, we play a clip from our popular Great Quotes in Franchising podcast. 

We are meeting with Scott Henderson of Salad Station. Salad Station’s success can be attributed to its unique pay-by-the-pound business concept and the simplicity of its franchise-ready business model. The brand has offered delicious salads by the pound, giving customers the chance to eat as much, or as little, as they would like while reducing waste in the process. In addition, the brand offers delicious soups and gourmet wraps, giving everyone the chance to find something great to eat. Since its founding in 2012, the brand has been praised for giving healthy and affordable options to those who may not have had an opportunity before. Its extensive and fully customizable menu offers customers a chance to create their perfect meal while still allowing for creative opportunities to grow and innovate into the future.   “We truly believe that what we have created here is something special,” said Co-Founder and CEO of Salad Station, Scott Henderson. “The pandemic has definitely thrown some hurdles our way, but t

Great Quotes In Franchising Podcast - Leverage Your Past Experience & Personality - Today, Rick Werner, franchisee to Unishippers, advises aspiring entrepreneurs looking to buy a franchise.

In this edition of Great Quotes in Franchising from Franchise Interviews, franchise author Julie Bennett  references one of the best quotes on the topic of franchising and what it takes to succeed.  Great Quotes in Franchising features highlights from our weekly franchise radio show which can be heard on BlogTalkRadio.com and Franchise Interviews.com.  Julie Bennett is the author of the Franchise Times Guide to Selecting, Buying and Owning a Franchise.  Julie appeared as a guest on our weekly radio show Franchise Interviews.  Her book is a must read for anyone looking to buy a franchise.  Listen to the two quotes she references on this podcast.

One of our very first podcasts over 14 years ago was with Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii.  We are excited to have them back 14 years later! We are meeting with Scott Snyder, CEO of Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii. Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii is entering a new era of growth following its acquisition by Colorado-based Royal Aloha Coffee Company in 2019. During the last three years, the company has re-launched the national brand with a new logo, packaging, and restaurant design, resulting in a revived 32-year-old brand with a cult following. Debuting this year is the brand’s freestanding full café with drive-thru model, spanning approximately 1,650 – 1,800 square feet, that is slated to open in Hendersonville, Tennessee in late Q3 2022. As an evolution of this model, that is gaining vast interest among prospective franchisees, the brand is set to rollout a freestanding double drive-thru model, spanning 500-740 square feet, with pickup windows and no interior café seating by Q4 2022. Full roster of store models now includes:

Great Quotes In Franchising Podcast - Friends and Relationships- Today's great quote in franchising comes from Wild Birds Unlimited franchisee Ellen Davis of the Franklin, MA store. Ellen discusses some interesting reasons why she chose franchising.