Best Franchise Brands Podcast

In this episode, I talk with Kelly Crummer, who is the Senior Director of Franchising at Firehouse Subs^®. She shares the Firehouse Subs^® origin story, how they've grown to nearly 1,400 locations in the United States and even more internationally, incentives they offer to beginning franchisees, the secret behind their rapid growth, how they focus as a franchisor on each individual franchisee's  profitability, a...

In this episode, I talk with Garr Russell, who is the founder and CEO of Fireside RV Rental. He shares his story about how he recognized a need for helping RV owners rent out their vehicles when they weren't using them and has grown a national franchise brand as a result. He shares lessons that he has learned as they have experienced remarkable growth, how they help their franchise partners succeed, commonalities amongst their top ...

In this episode, I talk with Bobbie Lloyd, who is the CEO and Chief Baking Officer of Magnolia Bakery about their decision to start franchising. Magnolia Bakery started in the West Village of New York City in 1996. Bobbie started at Magnolia Bakery in 2006 and became the CEO back in 2020. They started franchising in 2010 in Dubai and they are opening their first U.S. franchise location in the United States in Salt Lake City in 2026...

In this episode, I talk with Mel Richards, who is the founder and CEO of goGLOW about how she started her tanning and skincare brand, the reasons for their explosive growth, and lessons she has learned along the way as she has been supporting and serving her franchise partners. 

In 2010, founder Melanie Richards recognized the demand for healthy tanning products and services. She used her Esthiology skin care background to develop ...

In this episode, I talk with Belina Calderon-Nernberg, who is the founder and CEO of 1 Heart Caregiver Services, Kevin Tagarao, who is the Chief Operating Officer, and Randy Neil Clarito, who is the VP of Franchise Development about their start in the non-medical senior care business in 2003 and how they got into franchising in 2015. Belina shares her story, their growth to franchise locations across the country, how they offer E-2...

In this episode, I talk with Kia and Shane Binger who are the CEO and COO and founders of the Lemon Fresh Cleaners franchise based out of Rapid City, South Dakota. Kia and Shane share their story of how they got started and got into franchising, how they've been growing, lessons they've learned from their initial growth, memorable experiences, and what they are most excited about as the continue to build their exciting new brand. V...

In this episode, I talk with David Grossman, who is the President of Renue Systems, about the start of the franchise, how it has grown over the years, how he acquired the company and became its president and the track the company is on as it continues to grow across the country and internationally.

Renue Systems focuses on deep-cleaning and disinfecting of hotels, resorts, and other high-end commercial properties since they were fo...

In this episode, Karen Riker, Beth Williams, and David Montanez, who all work with Authority Brands, discuss the opportunities available with buying existing franchise businesses for sale. They discuss their backgrounds and how they got into franchising, why franchisees should consider buying an existing franchise business, red flags to consider in the discovery process, financing options for buying an existing business, and the ma...

In this episode, I talk with Scott Ball, who is the brand president of FiiZ Drinks which started in 2014 in Bountiful, Utah. Scott shares his story about how he got into franchising, started a Dunkin' Donuts franchise, and ultimately became the president of FiiZ. He shares their story about how they have been scaling and growing to locations all across the United States and Canada. He shares leadership lessons that he has learned o...

In this episode, I talk with Jade Winter, who is the founder and CEO of Studio Pilates International, based out of Brisbane, Australia. Jade tells his story about how he and his wife Tanya started Studio Pilates International in 2002 and opened their first franchise location in 2013. Today, they have over 115 locations internationally. They opened their first franchise in the United States in 2020 and have had remarkable growth all...

In this episode, I talk with Nick Scaccio, who is the Chief Development Officer at Paris Baguette on their exciting brand and explosive growth. They've awarded 76 new franchise locations in Q1 of 2025, signed 20 leases, and opened 15 new cafes and are on track to opening a total of 100 total new cafes by the end of 2025. Nick shares how they've scaled and grown such a remarkable franchise brand, how he and the leadership team at Pa...

In this episode, I talk with Zach Peyton, who is the CEO of Superior Fence and Rail about how he got started with his business in Jacksonville, Florida, why he and his partner made the decision to franchise, stories about their incredible growth, his commitment to seeing franchisees succeed, why they made the decision to join forces with Empower Brands, and what he is most excited about doing to celebrate the successes of franchise...

In this episode, I talk with Hagan Kappler, who is the CEO of DaisyCo.com. Daisy is more than just a smart home provider—they're a national network committed to enhancing everyday life through technology. They specialize in creating reliable, intuitive, connected technology that solves real problems for homeowners. Hagan shares her story, how she got started in franchising, and how they're building DaisyCo.com to be an exciting fra...

In this episode, we talk wtih Ashley Gundlach, who is the Brand President of British Swim School with Buzz Franchise Brands. We talk about how Ashley got involved in franchising, what attracted her to lead British Swim School, and why her marketing background has been so helpful in promoting and leading the brand forward. She shares memorable experiences she has had with the brand and the reasons why she feels that their franchisee...

In this episode, I talk with Brian Garrison who is the Brand President of Wonderly Lights with Buzz Franchise Brands. Brian shares his story about how he got started in premium outdoor lighting services in the summer of 2022 and how they became affiliated with Buzz Franchise Brands. Wonderly Lights started with holiday lighting and has now expanded to permanent outdoor lighting systems. Brian shares insights into this unique busine...

In this episode, I talk with Scott Sutton, who is the Chief Development Officer at Empower Brands about how he got into franchising and eventually moved into franchise development at Empower Brands. Empower Brands is located in Richmond, Virginia and currently offers ten brands (Archadeck Outdoor Living, Bumble Roofing, Canopy Lawn Care, Conserva Irrigation, FRSTeam, Jan-Pro, Koala Insulation, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, Superio...