Scotty Milas' All Things Considered Franchising Podcast w/ Ryan Parsons - CEO of Evive Brands

In this episode of All Things Considered Franchising, host Scott Milas welcomes Ryan Parsons, CEO of Evive Brands, overseeing multiple franchises, including Executive Home Care, Assisted Living Locators, and Brothers that Just Do Gutters. Ryan transitioned from a career in the blue-collar sector when he and his brother franchised their successful gutter business in 2015. Known for his expertise in franchise development and support, Ryan has been instrumental in creating operational frameworks that ensure franchisee success.

Ryan shares his fascinating journey from blue-collar work to leading a flourishing franchise empire with Scotty. He also discusses his current role at Evive Brands, where he integrates best practices across various brands, from home healthcare to estate sales franchises. Ryan and Scotty share useful advice for prospective franchisors and franchisees, emphasizing the necessity of grit, engagement, and transparent earnings data. Ryan says, "If you don't have a business that's not...cash flow positive, it's not a franchisable business."

Key Takeaways:
-Franchising Success: Emphasizes the importance of having a proven operational model, complete with transparent and robust financial data, before franchising a business.
-Grit and Engagement: Stresses the need for franchisees to stay engaged and
show resilience in managing their businesses to achieve lasting success.
-Infrastructure Development: Highlights the significance of building comprehensive support systems to ensure franchisees can thrive, particularly in service-based franchises.

-Semi-Passive Ownership: Cautions against the trend of semi-passive ownership, recommending a hands-on approach initially to establish a solid foundation.
-Integrated Best Practices: Shows how cross-brand integration of best practices
can drive success across different franchise models within a parent company.

Scotty Milas can be reached at [e-mail] and (860)751-
9126.
Ryan Parsons can be reached at www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-parsons.

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