Franchise Interviews

One of the key elements to being a successful franchisee is strong leadership skills. Today I am interviewing Dr. Simon Cleveland, one of the authors of There Is No Box: A Practical Guide for the Relatable Leader. Dr. Cleveland is a professor at Purdue Global Cleveland has decades of experience in complex, technical project management for organizations and companies the book investigates where leaders start, how they become boxed in upon entering the workforce, and finally how they can break through those boundaries to become a culturally agile leader and a meaningful contributor to our global society. There Is No Box is a practical guide for leaders who recognize how critical it is to draw outside the lines of typical guidance in order to rethink leadership development and gain competencies that make them more inclusive, culturally aware, and empowered to facilitate collaboration. In Part Two, we play a clip from our popular Great Quotes in Franchising podcast

We are meeting Onyi Odunukwe, the CEO of Glo Tanning - A Franchise that is about to open its 100th location shortly and has seen 4X revenue growth in the past 3 years alone. As a minority-owned business in a landscape that doesn’t typically see minority owners (Tanning/Skincare) and the holder of a commercial Real Estate Portfolio of over nine figures, Onyi’s success story has seen much adversity and much success, and he can provide some amazing detail as to how Glo is being built, the team building strengths of programs like employee franchise ownership programs and the realities of today’s market. Glo Tanning was voted NWA’s “Best of the Best”​ in 2015, 2016, & 2017! Whether you want a traditional suntan or a sunless spray tan, Glo Tanning is the place for you! Glo Tanning believes in giving their clients the best in everything – great prices, educated staff, advanced equipment, and high-quality products – and with plenty of options to customize your plan to achieve a gorgeous suntan or a natural-looking sunless spray tan. In Part Two, we play a clip from our popular Great Quotes in Franchising podcast.

We are meeting Chris Walls, President and CEO of Go Mini’s.  Go Mini’s, is an innovative portable storage company offering a unique approach to the industry—using territories instead of physical locations, significantly reducing overhead costs. This flexible model not only benefits franchisees but also allows them to serve customers more effectively and efficiently! In Part two, we play a clip from our popular Great Quotes in Franchising podcast.

I recently discovered Google’s latest AI innovation, NotebookLM. This new tool has generated a lot of excitement in both the tech and podcasting communities—and for good reason. Users can input any type of raw text, whether it’s a short story or article.  NotebookLM will transform it into a podcast. Each "podcast" features the same male and female voices, mimicking the tone and rhythm with natural-sounding filler words like “uhms” and “aahs” Occasionally, you might notice a glitch in the speech or repeated explanations from the virtual hosts. Curious about its capabilities, we decided to put NotebookLM to the test by inputting a recent article featuring Telephone Doctor Nancy Friedman and Dr. Martin J. McDermott. Give it a listen and ask yourself—if you weren’t told this was AI-generated, would you have known?

Today’s podcast is a conversation of a podcast interview between Nancy Friedman, known as the "Telephone Doctor," and Dr. Martin J. McDermott, the owner of Franchise Interviews. The interview covers a wide range of topics, including their personal backgrounds, career paths, and insights into the fields of franchising, marketing, and customer service. The interview also touches upon the role of positive thinking, the importance of effective communication, and the impact of theater on personal development. 

In Part Two, we play a clip from our popular Great Quotes in Franchising podcast.

You can hear the interview discussed with Nancy and Martin on the following link.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nSXXYPXqwEI

To view our whole catalog of interviews listed by category, alphabetically, and in chronological order, go to our updated website: http://www.franchiseinterview.com

We are meeting with Rob Totten, VP of Franchise Development for Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions, the leading provider of sustainable commercial kitchen services in the USA.

Since its inception in 1996, Filta has positioned itself as the pioneering leader of active fryer management and environmental kitchen sustainability across the food and hospitality industries. Brought to North America in 2002 as a franchise concept, Filta is part of United Kingdom-based Franchise Brands (AIM: FRAN). The cornerstone of the company’s offering is FiltaFry, the complete fryer management service incorporating on-site micro-filtration as well as the removal, recycling, and replacement of cooking oil. Furthermore, the brand provides humidity control in cold storage devices through FiltaCool and prevents drain blockage through its grease-free drain foam brand FiltaDrain. Filta recently achieved the impressive milestone of recycling one billion pounds of cooking oil into biodiesel. 

In part two, we play a clip from our popular Great Quotes in Franchising podcast on maps and GPS.

Great Quotes in Franchising Podcast - The Hallmark of Franchising - Today's Great Quote in Franchising comes from franchise attorney Kevin Hein. Kevin discusses the hallmark in franchising and what makes a good franchise successful. Kevin Hein focuses his practice in franchising and product distribution law. Kevin is a partner in the Denver office.

We are meeting with Ryan Sawchuk, founder of ReUp Living, to discuss how ReUp is disrupting the real estate market, expansion through franchising, and plans to open an experience center in Las Vegas this fall. ReUp is a pre-listing solution for homeowners, buyers, and real estate agents that increases a home’s value by remodeling it with no risk or upfront costs before selling.

Founded in 2021 by Ryan Sawchuk, ReUp began franchising in 2022 and has set out to transform the real estate process by updating tired homes with turnkey home improvements that require no upfront costs. Unlike traditional real estate transactions, ReUp covers the renovation costs and then splits the profit from increased home values, ensuring higher gains from real estate sales. The company can also simultaneously allow buyers to customize the new home while financing is closing. ReUp takes care of all renovation costs, sourcing, project management, and communication, while only using licensed and insured general contractors on all projects. ReUp is making home improvements accessible and stress-free so sellers can increase the value of their homes, buyers can customize and update the home of their dreams, and real estate agents can maximize their profitability through higher property values post-renovation.

In part two, we play a clip from our Great Quotes in Franchising podcast.

We have a great show. We are meeting with Charles Furlough, President and CEO of Pillar To Post. Pillar To Post® is the #1 North American Home Inspection Franchise with more than 550+ locations in North America. Pillar To Post™ believes that home inspection is crucial in every homeownership story. A home inspection is designed to assess the home you are considering buying. From the roof to the foundation and everything in between, Pillar To Post’s™ home inspectors will evaluate the home's overall condition and provide you with a detailed report.

TALKING POINTS:

•         Industry Evolution: With 20+ years in the industry, Charles has witnessed significant technological advancements. He can provide a detailed look at how technology has reshaped home inspections, improving efficiency and accuracy, and what the future looks like for the industry.

•         Leadership Insights: Charles shares his unique approach to leading through market changes, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and innovation. He can discuss the critical skills needed to lead a company in a constantly evolving market.

•         Resilience in Business: Charles’ experience navigating economic downturns offers valuable lessons. He shares strategies for turning challenges into opportunities, maintaining growth during tough times, and the importance of a proactive approach.

•         Franchise Growth: Learn how Charles has successfully expanded Pillar To Post’s franchise model, fostering a supportive and innovative culture that empowers franchisees to thrive.

In Part Two, we play a clip from our popular Great Quotes in Franchising Podcast.

We have a great show.  We are meeting with Ryan Wimpey, the founder of TipTop K9, a company that provides families dog training, obedience, and manners training. Since 2008, Tip Top K9 has expanded to 18 locations across the U.S., and they have been shaping the dog training industry in unique ways. 

Key Takeaways

Ryan will share his journey of growing Tip Top K9 from a single location to a nationwide franchise.

Detail how they have changed the dog training industry.

Provide tips and advice to aspiring franchisees on identifying the right time to expand.

In Part Two, we play a clip from our popular Great Quotes in Franchising podcast.

We are meeting with Aicha Bascaro. Aicha is the Founder & CEO of the American Franchise Academy® (AFA) and a 30+ year veteran in the franchise industry. Aicha has lived in 14 countries working with master franchisor organizations, leading franchise companies, and managing franchise operations for brands like Domino’s Pizza, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen and Olive Garden. Her passion is working with franchise leaders focused on growth, financial and time freedom. Aicha is a coach, speaker, and author of Amazon Best-Selling books “The Franchise Fix” and “Multi-Unit Franchise Mastery”.

The AFA is celebrating its 8th anniversary in 2024 and focuses on helping franchisees turn their one-unit franchise job into a multi-unit enterprise through systems that increase employee retention and productivity, reduce costs, and increase profitability. Her clients are from the US and around the world.

In Part Two, we play a clip from our popular Great Quotes in Franchising podcast.