In Episode 11 of the Get Up and Scale Podcast, Kai and Justin welcome Chad Brodsky, founder of City Brew Tours and CBT Group. Chad started City Brew Tours back in 2008 and has since grown it into a thriving franchise business. Join us as we delve into Chad’s journey, from starting a brewery tour in Burlington, Vermont, to expanding across multiple cities, and his recent foray into kid-focused scavenger hunts with Kid Crawl. Key topics include:  • Starting Out: Chad shares how the Great Recession and a love for craft beer sparked the idea for City Brew Tours.  • Early Challenges and Growth: Insights into the initial hurdles and how Chad balanced a full-time job while growing his business.  • Expansion and Franchising: The journey from opening additional corporate locations to franchising, and the importance of marketing and operational changes.  • Pandemic Pivot: How City Brew Tours adapted during COVID-19 and the birth of Unboxed Experiences.  • Innovating with Kid Crawl: Chad’s latest venture and his plans to create engaging, tech-driven scavenger hunts for families. Chad’s story is a testament to resilience, innovation, and the power of franchising. Don’t miss this engaging conversation filled with practical tips and inspiring anecdotes. Stay tuned, subscribe, and get ready to scale your tourism business with insights from industry leaders!