FranPath Consulting Podcast

The Ins and Out of Franchise Operations with Gretchen Doyle

Brittany and Jamie give Sam a break this week as they interview Gretchen Doyle, VP of Operations for EverLine.Gretchen shares the inside track on what to expect as franchisees launch their businesses, what the brand is responsible for, and what the franchisee needs to own.

It’s So Much More Than Stuff, with Blue Kangaroo

Josh Titler from Blue Kangaroo Packoutz joins Britt and Sam on this episode to talk about a niche inside of the restoration space that is little-known and unsaturated. Recession-resistant and insurance-paid industries are few and far between; this franchise is a gem.

Lifelong Learner with Caleb Kenner

Britt and Sam are joined by Caleb Kenner, a franchise industry veteran. Caleb has been on all sides of the business; a franchisee, working for the franchisor and now helping a brand house find qualified partners. Caleb shares his ups and downs as a business owner and the many lessons he has learned from rubbing elbows with some of franchising's top leaders.

What is all the Buzz About? Introducing Bumble Bee Blinds...

This week, Sam and Britt are joined by Nancy Baio and Luke Schwartz from Bumble Bee Blinds. Bumble Bee is backed by home service superstars, Horsepower Brands. Luke and Nancy share a level of support unmatched in franchising as well as the brand's unique market position. With the ups and downs of the economy, blinds are sticking around.

You’ve Got to Put In the Work

Sam and Britt are joined by Daniel Wainwright, a multi-unit and multi-brand franchisee that Brittany had the pleasure of working with last year. Daniel breaks down why franchises work and why they don't. He shares his tips for being a top franchisee and how to avoid common pitfalls. If you want a peek behind the curtain, this one is for you.

A Better Mousetrap

Senior care is a necessity, a growing industry, but it also can be a terrifying prospect for potential franchisees. Teresa Wade, Director of Development for Franchise Fastlane, joins Sam and Britt to discuss Hallmark Homecare, a brand that is changing the way that franchising views homecare.
 
This brand checks so many boxes that potential franchisees ask for its home-based, low investment, low employee, simple model, quick to ramp up, and built by leaders in the industry. Listen to find out why this passion-based, highly profitable business may be your franchise match.

Corporate America is the Biggest Risk

Some people just learn lessons faster than others; Lydia O'Leary is one of those people. Lydia sits down with Sam and Britt to enlighten them on how she knew it was time to start her own business, being a new mom and new business owner, and why corporate America is a bigger risk than franchising.

The Window to Wealth

Franchise power player, Scott Marr, along with Ben Rickord of Franchise Fastlane join Britt and Sam on this week's episode. Scott talks very candidly about his motivations for building what is sure to be franchising's next major mover. Wallaby Windows capitalizes on a need in the market that is underserved and leverages the power of a franchisor with a proven track record of success. 

Just You, Me, and 2023

Sam and Britt discuss 2022, break down the trends they saw with clients, and the industry at large.They also look forward to 2023, the trends they anticipate, what clients want, and how franchising is shifting.

Raise Your Glass

This week, Sam and Britt are joined by Jacob Hanika and Kelley Hoven from Gatsby Glass to discuss a brand that meets sexy with service and profits with passion.