From Family Business to National Success: Kelsey Stuart of Bloomin' Blinds on Franchising and Growth
In this episode of The Perfect Franchise Podcast, we dive deep into the journey of Kelsey Stuart, co-founder of Bloomin' Blinds. What started as a small, family-owned business has grown into a successful franchise with over 80 locations across the U.S. Join hosts Kris Simonich and Andrea Floyd as they uncover the strategies and lessons that helped Bloomin' Blinds thrive in the competitive home services market.
Episode Highlights:
- Origins and Growth: Discover how Bloomin' Blinds evolved from a one-woman operation to a thriving family business and eventually into a successful franchise.
- Franchising Insights: Kelsey shares the challenges and rewards of franchising, including the learning curves faced in the early years and how they've mastered the process over time.
- Unique Selling Points: Learn about the unique aspects of Bloomin' Blinds, such as their dual business model of sales and repairs, and how this has set them apart from competitors.
- Franchisee Success: Kelsey discusses the different franchise models they offer and what makes an ideal franchisee for Bloomin' Blinds.
- Future Outlook: Get a glimpse of what’s next for Bloomin' Blinds as they continue to expand and innovate in the home services industry.
Why Watch: Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, interested in the franchising world, or just love a good business success story, this episode offers valuable insights into what it takes to grow a family business into a national franchise. Kelsey's candid discussion about the highs and lows of their journey provides both inspiration and practical advice for anyone looking to embark on a similar path.
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Kelsey Stuart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelsey-stuart-014b7b50/
Website https://www.bloominblinds.com/
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