Emerging Franchise Brands

Join us on this episode of the Emerging Franchise Brands podcast as we sit down with Kim Collier, Chief Development Officer of Ducklings Early Learning Center. Kim shares the inspiring story of how her mother bootstrapped the business from scratch and how Ducklings has grown into a thriving franchise. Learn about their unique approach to early childhood education, the challenges of franchising, and why they prioritize slow and steady growth.

In this episode, Dr. Mary Mason, founder of Little Medical School, shares how her childhood experiences inspired her to create a unique educational program that empowers children to explore careers in healthcare. Discover how Little Medical School is shaping the future of medicine by making learning fun and accessible to kids worldwide.

Join us as Debbie Roxarzade, founder of Rachel's Kitchen, shares her journey from a small coffee shop in L.A. to building a successful fast-casual franchise in Las Vegas. Learn about her challenges, triumphs, and insights on scaling a brand, even during tough economic times.

In this episode of the Emerging Franchise Brands podcast, host Frank Fiume interviews Neel Parekh, the founder of MaidThis Franchise, the first and only vacation rental cleaning franchise in the U.S. Neel shares his journey from escaping the corporate grind to creating a fully remote franchise model that leverages AI, automation, and innovative technology.

In this episode of the Emerging Franchise Brands podcast, host Frank Phelan sits down with Aicha Bascaro, founder of the American Franchise Academy. Aicha shares her incredible journey from a young entrepreneur to a leader in the franchise industry with 37 years of experience, including roles at Domino's, Popeyes, and Olive Garden. They discuss how the American Franchise Academy supports franchisees in scaling their businesses, the importance of business acumen for franchise success, and the challenges and strategies of international franchise expansion.

In this episode, Peter Kourounis, Director of Franchise Development at 1-800-PLUMBER-PLUS-AIR and co-founder of Patch It Up, shares his insights into the unique challenges and opportunities in the home services franchise industry. See how his dual roles are driving growth and innovation.

In this episode, Maya Ratcliff, founder of Hawaii Fluid Art, shares her inspiring story of transitioning from a corporate banking career to creating a thriving art franchise. Discover how her unique art experiences are transforming lives and communities across the nation.

In this episode of Emerging Franchise Brands, we sit down with Jim Tselikis, co-founder of Cousins Maine Lobster. Learn about the incredible journey from their appearance on Shark Tank to becoming a successful franchise with 69 locations across 27 states. Jim shares insights into their beginnings, the impact of Shark Tank, and the key factors behind their rapid growth. Tune in to discover how Cousins Maine Lobster maintains quality and consistency while expanding their franchise network.

In this episode of Emerging Franchise Brands, we chat with Whitney White, co-founder and CEO of Wise Coatings. Discover how Whitney and her team built a successful floor coatings franchise that transforms garages, patios, and pool decks into beautiful, easy-to-clean spaces. Learn about their unique approach to leveraging technology, the importance of systems and processes, and their rapid growth since launching in 2021.

In this episode of Emerging Franchise Brands, we sit down with Amy Addington, co-founder and president of Woofie's. Discover how Woofie's has grown into a leading pet care franchise offering pet sitting, dog walking, and mobile grooming services. Amy shares insights into their journey, the challenges they've overcome, and what sets Woofie's apart in the pet care industry. Tune in to learn about their unique franchise model, training, and support systems designed for success.