In this solo episode, Andrea explains how finding success in entrepreneurship is like following a recipe or a formula. Sometimes you have to follow the steps, but sometimes you have to improvise and add your own flair!

In this episode, Andrea talks with Shazma Charania about coming from a family business to finding her individual entrepreneurial voice in Mexico, to standing on her own as a franchise owner.

Shazma has played a major role in growing the family business, ZS  Holdings. Looking to build upon the strong foundation established by her parents, Shazma has steered the growth of her family business from two to seven hotels including Holiday Inn & Suites Red Deer, Holiday Inn Express Red Deer, Holiday Inn Hinton, Holiday Inn & Suites Hinton, and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Edson. The newest addition to the hotel family is the Holiday Inn Express Red Deer North and starting construction of Staybridge Suites in Red Deer. ZS Holdings also has 2 restaurants, including the award-winning Boulevard Restaurant + Lounge in Red Deer and Greentree Restaurant & Fireside Lounge in Hinton.

In this episode, Andrea talks with Chanel Grant about creating generational wealth, bringing brands to local communities, proving yourself to lenders and more.

Chanel Grant is a part of the multi-unit family-run franchise business Healthy Living Ventures, LLC. Healthy Living Ventures, LLC formed in 2015 to acquire, develop and operate Tropical Smoothie Cafes in the Maryland and Virginia territories. Additionally, the team formed Healthy Living Ventures II, LLC in 2019 to acquire, develop and operate Hand and Stone Facial and Massages throughout the East Coast territory. They’ve also developed an online course called: “So You Want To Buy A Franchise” which is designed to educate and mentor aspiring entrepreneurs on the franchising process.

In this episode, Andrea talks with Cliff Kennedy about taking over a family business, the ideal franchisee, and more with Frios Gourmet Pops franchiser, Cliff Kennedy.

Cliff Kennedy is the CEO of Frios Gourmet Pops, a family business that he took over in 2018. Frios manufactures gourmet pops for Frios franchise locations and private label for various companies.

In this episode, Andrea talks transitioning from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, looking at franchises as a job vs. a sellable asset, and more with Franchise coach and strategy & marketing expert Lisa Larter.

Lisa Larter is a master at integrating modern marketing with effective business strategy to capture leads and revenue growth opportunities.

LINKS:

Lisa Larter: https://lisalarter.com/

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In this episode, Andrea talks partners, profitability and so much more with fellow Franchise expert Darryl Sangster.

Darryl Sangster is a Franchise Coach, Consultant, Mentor & Teacher known as the 'Franchise Fixer'. With over 20 years of franchise experience, Darryl shares his extensive franchise knowledge and understanding of the critical link between franchise system efficiencies, profitability & expansion! LINKS:

Darryl Sangster on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/darrylsangster

ClubHouse App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/clubhouse-drop-in-audio-chat/id1503133294

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On this week's episode, Andrea discusses the pros and cons and overall differences between starting your own business vs buying a franchise? Which one is right for you? Tune in to find out!

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In this episode, Andrea discusses the best businesses to look into during the Covid era. What investments and businesses are still functioning and profiting because of their consideration as essential?

Listen to find out!

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In this episode, Andrea discusses the top 6 Franchising Trends for 2021.