Ron Bender was one of the most affable, caring, sharing professionals in all of franchising.  We lost him this weekend and he will be sorely missed.  I interviewed Ron on Dec. 6, 2023, while he was still at Threshold Brands I re-listened to that episode yesterday, after learning of his death.  While most of the conversation was centered around Threshold, all I could really hear was the warm, affable voice of my friend Ron.  

In his memory, I share that interview again today.  This time, minus the usual Franchise Today Intro, Outro and commercials.  The franchise world wil forever miss you Ron.  Rest in Peace my friend.