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“Since the day it came to fruition, Pilates ProWorks has stayed true to its mission in providing affordable access to high-energy, Pilates-based group fitness classes that engage the core, break the norm and foster a sense of community and camaraderie among our members,” - Oscar Sanin, founder and CEO of Pilates ProWorks

This week on Franchise Today co-hosts Stan Friedman and Paul Segreto welcome as their guest, Oscar Sanin, founder and CEO of California-based, Pilates ProWorks. Oscar shares how in 2003, he followed his doctor’s recommendation and began to practice traditional Pilates as an alternative solution to surgery for severe injuries he had sustained in a 1994 plane crash. After experiencing Pilates firsthand, he soon realized the opportunity that lay before him to lead the charge on creating a new modern fitness movement based on traditional Pilates.

Franchise Today airs LIVE Wednesdays at 12 PM Eastern Time / 11 AM Central Time with on-demand access on iTunes and is proudly sponsored by FRM Solutions and Franchise Foundry.

"We didn’t go green because Al Gore started talking about it. We started before he was even talking about it. We didn’t hop on the Band Wagon We are the Band Wagon." - Salomon Mishaan, President & Founder OXXO Care Cleaners

This week on Franchise Today co-hosts Stan Friedman and Paul Segreto welcome to the show Salomon Mishaan, President & Founder of OXXO Care Cleaners, a brand offering revolutionary garment care for the same price as traditional cleaners, with added benefits, such as 24/7 ATM-style pickup and customer loyalty rewards. Salomon discusses how he came up with the idea for OXXO Care Cleaners and also personal insight into his life as an entrepreneur.

Franchise Today airs LIVE Wednesdays at 12 PM Eastern Time / 11 AM Central Time with on-demand access on iTunes and is proudly sponsored by FRM Solutions and Franchise Foundry.

“In addition to health, wellness and proper screen functionality, a trend we see today is bringing the outdoors indoors by incorporating a four seasons screened-in room with both home and commercial properties." - Scott Walker, President & CEO, Screenmobile. 

Joining Franchise Today co-hosts Stan Friedman and Paul Segreto this week is Scott Walker, president & CEO of California-based Screenmobile. Scott shares how the nation’s leading mobile residential and commercial screen service announced its strategic growth plan that stands to significantly increase the number of franchisee licenses Screenmobile projects to sign in 2018—growing its franchise presence by more than 15 percent.  

Franchise Today airs LIVE Wednesdays at 12 PM Eastern Time / 11 AM Central Time with on-demand access on iTunes and is proudly sponsored by FRM Solutions and Franchise Foundry.

"It is at the core of our values to assemble a family of therapists that we can mentor as well as learn from. Together, we can offer true revolutionary care to a meaningful number of patients." - Doug Bertram, CEO & Founder, Structural Elements

Joining Franchise Today co-hosts Stan Friedman and Paul Segreto is Doug Bertram, CEO and Founder of Structural Elements, an orthopedic wellness clinic that strives to provide the highest standard of care through a contemporary business model and a proprietary treatment approach.

Franchise Today airs LIVE Wednesdays at 12 PM Eastern Time / 11 AM Central Time with on-demand access on iTunes and is proudly sponsored by FRM Solutions and Franchise Foundry.

"Starting a business is a big achievement for many entrepreneurs, but maintaining one is the larger challenge." - Rob Flanagan, President, Wag N' Wash

'Real Motivation & Real Dedication' is the order of the day this week on Franchise Today. Joining co-hosts Stan Friedman and Paul Segreto is Wag N' Wash president, Rob Flanagan as he shares how those very buzz words are at the core of his brand's growth. Discussing how Wag N' Wash is a different franchise, Rob also provides insight into the brand's position within the booming pet industry.

Franchise Today airs LIVE Wednesdays at 11AM CT / 12PM ET with on-demand access on iTunes, and is sponsored by FRM Solutions and Franchise Foundry.

“A guru is an expert or teacher. That’s exactly what we consider ourselves. We do a lot of educating to the public, informing them of our new restoration process that many people aren’t aware of.” - Dan Frey, Founder & CEO, The Glass Guru Franchise Systems Inc.

Returning from another successful International Franchise Expo in New York City co-hosts Stan Friedman and Paul Segreto this week welcome as their guest, Dan Frey, Founder and CEO of The Glass Guru. Dan explains how for for nearly 15 years, The Glass Guru has been revolutionizing the glass and window space. Instead of relying solely on replacement as a solution to glass related problems, the brand has tapped into unique technology that enables it to repair foggy windows and make them clear again.

Franchise Today airs LIVE Wednesdays at 12 PM Eastern Time / 11 AM Central Time with on-demand access on iTunes and is proudly sponsored by FRM Solutions and Franchise Foundry.

Just a week ahead of the International Franchise Expo in New York City, Franchise Today co-hosts Stan Friedman and Paul Segreto welcome as their special guest, former National Football League star and recently elected president of the NFL Alumni, Bart Oates. This week's topic of discussion focuses on Oates' participation at the Expo where he is scheduled to lead a group of players on a tour of the Exhibit floor, followed by an invitation-only luncheon hosted by MFV Expositions. The luncheon will include a panel facilitated by Rocco Fiorentino, Lane Fisher and Franchise Today's very own, Stan Friedman.

Franchise Today airs LIVE Wednesdays at 12 PM Eastern Time / 11 AM Central Time with on-demand access on iTunes and is proudly sponsored by FRM Solutions and Franchise Foundry.

“Leadership starts with listening to your gut because it brings together your head with your heart. It’s about having enough heart to care, and enough mind to think through making smart decisions.” - Mary Kennedy Thompson, Chief Operating Officer, The Dwyer Group

Returning as a second-time guest to Franchise Today is Mary Kennedy Thompson, Chief Operating Officer of The Dwyer Group. Mary discusses with show co-hosts, Stan Friedman and Paul Segreto The Dwyer Group's journey from one brand with Rainbow International to 22 corporate brands today. Having been a franchisee, along with The Dwyer Group CEO, Mike Bidwell, Mary explains how that foundation has helped the company's growth.

Franchise Today airs LIVE Wednesdays at 12 PM Eastern Time / 11 AM Central Time with on-demand access on iTunes and is proudly sponsored by FRM Solutions and Franchise Foundry.

"The exit strategy for the business should be just as important as the price for entry. Whether it’s a resale, a nest egg that gets passed on to future generations, or other exit options unique to the business model, look at the staying power for a franchise opportunity long past the desired time you plan to stay involved yourself." - Ken Phipps, Director of Global Franchise Development, Gold's Gym

This week on Franchise Today co-hosts, Stan Friedman and Paul Segreto welcome as their guest, Ken Phipps, Director of Global Franchise Development for Gold's Gym. Ken shares his insight on the demand for Gold's Gym is dominating new domestic and international markets how the results speak volumes not only for franchise owners and master developers but also for 3 million Gold's Gym members living stronger and healthier lives.

Franchise Today airs LIVE Wednesdays at 11AM CDT / 12PM EDT with on-demand access on iTunes, and is sponsored by FRM Solutions and Franchise Foundry.

This week on Franchise Today co-hosts Stan Friedman and Paul Segreto welcome as their guest, Chris Fisher, Founder & CEO of Shine Window Care and Shine Holiday Lighting. Chris shares how he followed his grandfather's advice and instead of taking a sales job, he opened a window cleaning business in Austin, Texas. In 2011, he decided to franchise the business and rebranded as Shine Window Care and Holiday Lighting, and two of his longtime employees became his first franchisees. Then his wife was diagnosed with breast cancer; she recovered, but it convinced the couple to hit pause. They handed the business to friends, went to do missionary work in Uganda for two and a half years, then returned to the U.S. (and the business) in 2014.

Franchise Today airs LIVE Wednesdays at 11AM CT / 12PM ET with on-demand access on iTunes, and is sponsored by FRM Solutions and Franchise Foundry.