Franchise Interviews

What a great quote! “Franchising Gives You The Chance To Start On Third Base.” That quote was by franchise legend George Naddaff who has been tagged by many as the guru in franchising. Listen to George’s advice to aspiring entrepreneurs. George Naddaff has been tagged the guru in franchising.  We had George on our one year anniversary of doing the show and he had several great quotes.  This was one of our favorites!

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We have a great show. We are meeting with Bill Snow, Vice President, Franchise Development & Operations, Rad Air Franchise Systems, Inc.

Rad Air has a long history of providing quality automotive repair services and comprehensive vehicle maintenance to Northeast Ohio. In business since 1975, Rad Air started as a small radiator and air conditioning repair shop in Parma Heights, hence the name “Rad Air.” Although we continue to provide superior automotive heating and cooling system repairs, we have become the best choice in Greater Cleveland and Akron for complete automotive repair and car maintenance services at an affordable price.

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

We are meeting with Scott Henderson of Salad Station. Salad Station’s success can be attributed to its unique pay-by-the-pound business concept and the simplicity of its franchise-ready business model. The brand has offered delicious salads by the pound, giving customers the chance to eat as much, or as little, as they would like while reducing waste in the process. In addition, the brand offers delicious soups and gourmet wraps, giving everyone the chance to find something great to eat. Since its founding in 2012, the brand has been praised for giving healthy and affordable options to those who may not have had an opportunity before. Its extensive and fully customizable menu offers customers a chance to create their perfect meal while still allowing for creative opportunities to grow and innovate into the future.

 

“We truly believe that what we have created here is something special,” said Co-Founder and CEO of Salad Station, Scott Henderson. “The pandemic has definitely thrown some hurdles our way, but through it all, our team has persevered and established the foundation of a true, gourmet, and fresh brand. I’m thrilled and eagerly awaiting what the future has in store for us and our entire Salad Station family.”

 

We play a clip from our popular Great Quotes in Franchising podcast in Part Two.

Great Quotes In Franchising Podcast - Leverage Your Past Experience & Personality - Today, Rick Werner, franchisee to Unishippers, advises aspiring entrepreneurs looking to buy a franchise.

In this edition of Great Quotes in Franchising from Franchise Interviews, franchise author Julie Bennett  references one of the best quotes on the topic of franchising and what it takes to succeed.  Great Quotes in Franchising features highlights from our weekly franchise radio show which can be heard on BlogTalkRadio.com and Franchise Interviews.com.  Julie Bennett is the author of the Franchise Times Guide to Selecting, Buying and Owning a Franchise.  Julie appeared as a guest on our weekly radio show Franchise Interviews.  Her book is a must read for anyone looking to buy a franchise.  Listen to the two quotes she references on this podcast.

One of our very first podcasts over 14 years ago was with Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii.  We are excited to have them back 14 years later! We are meeting with Scott Snyder, CEO of Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii. Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii is entering a new era of growth following its acquisition by Colorado-based Royal Aloha Coffee Company in 2019. During the last three years, the company has re-launched the national brand with a new logo, packaging, and restaurant design, resulting in a revived 32-year-old brand with a cult following.

Debuting this year is the brand’s freestanding full café with drive-thru model, spanning approximately 1,650 – 1,800 square feet, that is slated to open in Hendersonville, Tennessee in late Q3 2022. As an evolution of this model, that is gaining vast interest among prospective franchisees, the brand is set to rollout a freestanding double drive-thru model, spanning 500-740 square feet, with pickup windows and no interior café seating by Q4 2022. Full roster of store models now includes:

·         Traditional in-line store with café (and drive thru with end-cap locations)

·         Freestanding single or double-drive thru kiosk with pickup windows and no interior café seating (outdoor seating optional by location)

·         Freestanding full-café with drive-thru and exterior seating

·         Non-traditional kiosk: grocery, shopping malls, airports, transportation centers, etc. (square footage dependent on location and limited menu offering)

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

Great Quotes In Franchising Podcast - Friends and Relationships- Today's great quote in franchising comes from Wild Birds Unlimited franchisee Ellen Davis of the Franklin, MA store. Ellen discusses some interesting reasons why she chose franchising.

Great Quotes in Franchising Podcast - Franchising Can Reduce Risk and Night Time DramaToday's great quote in franchising comes from franchise business owner Wanda Sieber. Wanda explains how franchising can reduce risk and nighttime drama. Wanda Sieber is a Unishippers franchisee in Green Bay. Unishippers is focused on just one thing: helping small and medium-sized businesses.

I just read a tweet this morning from CPA Josh Horn. He suggested there would be so many more valuable private businesses if they would redirect the time and energy used on tax avoidance into value creation. First, we discuss tax tips with Craig Cody. As a Certified Tax CoachTM, Craig Cody belongs to a select group of practitioners throughout the country who undergo extensive training and continued education on various tax planning techniques and strategies to become and remain certified. Craig has co-authored an Amazon bestseller, Secrets of a Tax-Free Life, with this organization.Their clients include, but are not limited to, Medical Professionals, Clothing Sourcing Businesses, and Commercial Electrical Companies. Craig answers the following questions:

What is the biggest mistake you see small business owners making regarding taxes?

How can business owners use their CPA to their Advantage?

Next, we play a clip from our interview with Tab Burkhalter: Founder and CEO of Numbers House, which specializes in helping entrepreneurs legally start their businesses, as well as providing back-end office support in bookkeeping, payroll, etc. Tab is a licensed CPA who can provide expert commentary and insight on all things business-related in the home services field. His company helps owners make sure their business is structured in a way that is most advantageous regarding taxes and offering payroll and bookkeeping services. Tab will discuss the following topics on this show:

* The most common tax deductions franchise owners overlook

* You can borrow from your 401k to start a franchise, but should you?

* Financial and tax implications of opening a second franchise location

* Exit strategies for franchise owners

Today, Franchise Interviews is celebrating National Pizza Day, February 9.  Over the years, we met with some exciting pizza franchises.  Today, you will hear interviews with three pizza franchises. First, you will hear out interview with Mary Jane Riva, CEO of Pizza Factory.  Pizza Factory has become well known for serving fresh, high-quality pizza, sandwiches, salads and more. The brand is also widely recognized for its close community connection, which includes its iconic “No Bully Zone” program and impactful fundraising partnerships.

Next, we meet with Tom Krouse, CEO of Donatos Pizza.  Donatos is a family-owned, privately held company that treats our Franchise Partners like they are part of the family. Their mission is to promote goodwill through their products and service, principles, and people.Donatos was founded in 1963 by 19-year-old Columbus, Ohio native Jim Grote who borrowed $1,300 and had a vision for a company that put customers first.  Find out what happens next by listening to the podcast. 

Next, we will meet with Jeff Melnick, the President of BOSTON’S PIZZA Restaurant and Sports Bar.  Boston's is both a family-friendly casual dining restaurant and an energetic sports bar, all under one roof. For over 50 years, Boston's has specialized in providing a relaxing atmosphere and food from scratch to parties of all sizes. With Boston's brand promise, "We'll make you a fan," and 80+ menu items, primarily made in-house, they deliver on having something for every occasion and taste