Meet Mr. Long Island himself — Adam Flattau — the Franchise Business Review Rock Star of the Year, and a powerhouse Senior Care Authority franchisee who's turned compassion into a half-million-dollar  business.

🎙️ In this special in-person episode of Franchise Envy, host Lance Graulich reconnects with his college roommate, now a thriving franchise owner serving Nassau and Suffolk County. With zero industry experience and 30 years in corporate sales, Adam made the leap into senior care — and never looked back.

From investing under $100K to building a highly profitable, purpose-driven business, Adam shares how solving real problems for families became his mission. This is more than a success story — it’s a masterclass in how to do franchising right.

Timestamps & Key Takeaways

00:00 - Welcome to Franchise Envy + Meet Adam Flattau
02:10 - From College Roommates to Franchise Pros
04:45 - Why Adam Left Corporate America for Senior Care
07:00 - How Personal Family Struggles Inspired His Career Pivot
09:30 - The Placement Model Explained (vs. Home Care)
13:15 - Owning All of Long Island: 2M People, 140 Communities
15:40 - Investment Breakdown: Under $100K for Two Territories
18:50 - How a Solo Operator Can Clear $500K+
21:20 - The Power of Community, Networking & Giving Back
24:00 - Franchise Rockstar of the Year: What It Took
26:10 - The Most Common Mistakes New Franchisees Make
29:15 - The Hardest Part About Getting Started in Senior Care
31:50 - Why Picking the Right Franchise Brand is Everything
34:00 - Adam’s Core Philosophy for Success

📌 Whether you’re an aspiring franchisee, corporate escapee, or mission-driven entrepreneur — Adam’s story will inspire and guide your next move.

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