Franchise Interviews
543 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsWelcome to Franchise Interviews weekly podcast and radio show. If you ever dreamed of one day owning your own business, then you have come to the right place. Listen to detailed interviews/podcasts with some of the most informative sources on the topics of franchising and entrepreneurship.
People are hungry for good vital content (Keyes, 2009). To date, we have recorded over 850 interviews on our weekly franchise radio show with some of the top franchisors, franchise experts, franchise attorneys, franchisees, and franchise authors. You can even listen to our shows based on the category of interest on our website at https://www.franchiseinterview.com
We have met with some exciting new franchise concepts as well as some of the biggest names in franchising. As a visitor to our website, all you have to do is click and listen. So grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and enjoy. Live shows can be heard on Blog Talk Radio every Thursday at 10AM EST, 7AM PST. It's no problem if you can't listen to the live show. Each show is recorded and immediately placed in our library of audio archives.
To date, we have had over a quarter of a million listeners! Franchise Interviews is hosted by Dr. Martin J. McDermott.
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Handel's Homemade Ice Cream and Yogurt Meets with Franchise Interviews
September 18, 2014 14:00 - 39 minutes - 34.8 MBWe are meeting with Leonard Fisher, President and owner of Handel's Homemade Ice Cream & Yogurt. Since 1945 Handel's Homemade Ice Cream & Yogurt is made fresh every day on the premises. We use products, equipment, methods and recipes exclusive only to Handel's. Each batch is made in freezers specifically designed to create Handel's distinctively smooth and creamy texture. What made this interview a bit different was our President Marty McDermott got to sample a half of a dozen different flavo...
Franchise Interviews welcomes back Cartridge World.
September 04, 2014 14:00 - 34 minutes - 7.75 MBWe are meeting with Bill Swanson, CEO of Cartridge World. Cartridge World background: • Cartridge World is the world’s leading retailer and franchisor specializing in selling brand name printers, high-quality ink and toner cartridges, printing supplies and service for business and domestic customers. • The company pioneered an industry 20 years ago, and is still the global franchise leader with 1,400 stores in 50 countries. • This year, Cartridge World ...
Matt Kelton of the Showhomes Franchise Meets with Franchise Interviews
August 28, 2014 14:00 - 31 minutes - 6.99 MBWe are meeting Matt Kelton, CEO of Showhomes. Founded in 1986, Showhomes has helped Realtors® and homeowners sell more than 25,000 residential properties worth more than $8.5 billion, by transforming high-end vacant houses into fully-furnished, inviting, valued Showhomes. Currently serving prominent communities in 18 states, Showhomes is a rapidly expanding franchise system with nearly 60 offices nationwide. Boasting the expertise of long-time real estate and interior design professionals, ...
Susan Black-Beth, COO for Super Wash and creator of Franchise Capital Exchange
August 22, 2014 14:00 - 49 minutes - 11.1 MBAn annual Chicago event coming up at the end of August (August 25 to August 27) is the answer that many franchisors are looking for. Three years ago, a business-powerhouse saw a problem and did something about it by creating the Franchise Capital Exchange (FCX). Franchise Capital Exchange is the only event of its kindwhere franchisors present their business opportunities to potential investors in an effort to secure capital to fuel their future. This event is a one-stop-shop where brands...
9Round Franchise Opportunity Meets with Franchise Interviews
August 14, 2014 14:00 - 35 minutes - 7.96 MBWe are meeting with with Shannon "The Cannon" Hudson, Founder of 9Round. 9Round fitness is a 30 minute full body kickboxing program. Their workouts change every day and our circuit training model allows members to come in any time of day and start their workout. A certified 9Round Trainer is with the trainer each and every workout to motivate and encourage. Their business model is small. Each location is between 1000 and 1500 square feet and can be run with one to four employees.
Totally Nutz Franchise Meets with Franchise Interviews.
August 07, 2014 14:00 - 37 minutes - 8.39 MBWe are meeting with with Matt Barker, the cofounder of the Totally Nutz franchise. Founded in 1992 and franchising since May 2014, Totally Nutz’ has attracted thousands of customers with its delectable flavors and varieties of cinnamon glazed nuts, including almonds, pecans and cashews Both Yvette and her husband, Matt, were marketing executives who drew tired of the rat race and started looking for their “next big thing.” That light bulb moment came as they recalled all the conventions the...
A Thousand Bucks to Become a Franchise Owner!
July 24, 2014 14:00 - 32 minutes - 7.21 MBA Thousand Bucks to Become a Franchise Owner- Have your heard of crowdfunding? It is possible through crowdfunding to own part of a franchise for $1,000. We are meeting with Mandy Calara, the CEO and Founder at CrowdFranchise, Forever Brands, and Forever Yogurt. Founded in November 2013, CrowdFranchise is a crowdfunding platform full of savvy community investors interested in owning a piece of a brand in their local community. As opposed to traditional crowdfunding sites, CrowdFranchise...
John Blair of Frannet Meets with Franchise Interviews
July 17, 2014 14:00 - 40 minutes - 9.04 MBWe are meeting John Blair, Director of Marketing for Frannet. FranNet is North America's most respected leader in matching individuals with franchise opportunities. Based in Louisville, Ky., FranNet has more than 100 consultants across North America and Europe who use a proprietary profiling and consultative process to determine a business model unique to each client's goals, skill sets and interests, and has matched thousands of entrepreneurs to rewarding small business opportunities. FranNe...
FranchiseTeacher.com Meets with Franchise Interviews
July 10, 2014 14:00 - 1 hour - 16.3 MBWe are meeting with franchise veteran and expert Chris Simnick. Chris Simnick is Founder ofFranchiseTeacher.com which is part of the Synergy Franchise Group Network. Chris is also President and Founder of Synergy Franchise Development, Inc, and is Managing Member and Founder of Synergy Franchise Group, LLC; a Florida based Limited Liability Company. Their "Teach! Coach! Consult! Advise!" is more than a phrase; it is at the heart of their core values. FranchiseTeacher.com along with Synergy F...
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Meets with Franchise Interviews
June 26, 2014 14:00 - 35 minutes - 7.88 MBWe are meeting with Mike Rotondo, CEO of Tropical Smoothie Café... What began as a single location on a beach in Destin, Florida has grown to be a lifestyle brand for people looking for healthy alternatives to fast food. Every day we serve up great-tasting, nutritious food and smoothies at more than 350+ locations in the U.S., with more in development. Find out more by listening to the show!
7 Tips on Attending a Franchise Show
June 18, 2014 14:30 - 36 minutes - 8.05 MBThis week (June 19 to June 21) is the yearly International Franchise Expo in Manhattan at the legendary Jacob Javits Center. Numerous franchise experts refer to this event as the Super Bowl of franchising. Today you will hear several interviews from experts in franchising on attending the shows and get 7 tips. First you will hear our interview with Tom Portesy, president of MFV Expositions --- producers of franchise events worldwide. Tom will talk about what people can expect from these sh...
Persona Neapolitan Pizzeria Meets with Franchise Interviews
June 12, 2014 14:00 - 52 minutes - 11.8 MBWe are meeting with World Pizza Champion Glenn Cybulski, Co-Founder of Persona Neapolitan Pizzeria.Persona Pizzeria offers a delicious and truly authentic Neapolitan Pizza at a great value without the long wait. The pizza industry, once dominated by delivery and take out concepts, is now in the midst of reinventing itself to fit into the fast casual mold. And while there are a number of pizzerias jumping on the fast casual trend, none is more innovative than Persona Neapolitan Pizzeria, a cr...
Another Broken Egg Franchise Meets with Franchise Interviews
May 29, 2014 14:00 - 38 minutes - 8.6 MBWe are meeting with Ron Green, CEO of Another Broken Egg Café. Another Broken Egg Café is a full-service breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant. Currently, they just launched their National Egg Month Giveaway and are quickly expanding. In the first quarter alone they opened 9 new locations and are targeting more areas for growth. In part 2, we discuss the expression, people don't buy drills because they need drills and apply it to franchising. Listen to the show to learn more.
Franchise Interviews Meets with the Money Mailer franchise opportunity
May 22, 2014 14:00 - 35 minutes - 7.94 MBWe are meeting with Chris Rimlinger, VP of Marketing for the Money Mailer franchise. For over 34 years, Money Mailer franchisees and their staffs have helped local business owners increase market share. Their targeted, hyper-local approach allows business to reach prospects with offers in the mail, online, on mobile devices and through social media. Coupon usage continues to soar with 86% of households now using coupons and more strong growth ahead. Learn more about this exciting opportunity...
K-9 Resorts Daycare & Luxury Hotel franchise on Franchise Interviews
May 15, 2014 14:00 - 42 minutes - 9.51 MBFranchise Interviews meets with the K-9 Resorts Daycare & Luxury Hotel franchise. Jason and Steven Parker, co-founders of Fanwood-based K-9 Resorts Daycare & Luxury Hotel, first got in the dog business when as boys they wanted a dog, but their parents said they weren’t responsible enough. Fueled by that, they began walking neighbors’ dogs for money and it grew and grew until they were making some pretty impressive money. They decided to take this love of dogs and their honed business sense ...
Franchise Interviews Meets the Ichor Restaurant Group Franchise Opportunities
May 08, 2014 14:00 - 34 minutes - 7.67 MBFranchise Interviews meets with the Ichor Restaurant Group/Old Carolina Barbecue. Brian Bailey will talk about his background, the inception of Ichor and the development of its brands. In the segment, Brian can talk about strategies behind brand development and will go over the growth plans for Ichor and its brands this year and into the future. ABOUT ICHOR RESTAURANT GROUP: Headquartered in North Canton Ohio, Ichor is a collaboration of individuals who share a passion for food, creativity...
Franchise Interviews Meets with the Gravity Vault Franchise Opportunity
May 01, 2014 14:00 - 34 minutes - 7.77 MBFranchise Interviews meets with the Gravity Vault franchise. Lucas and Tim will go over their backgrounds and the inception story behind starting Gravity Vault, as well as go over the industry and growth of the concept. Rock climbing duo turned business partners, Lucas and Time were named New Jersey State Small Business Person of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration this year. They currently have 2 locations in New Jersey and are just about to open their 3rd. Lucas and Tim have...
Franchise Interviews Meets with the Junkluggers Franchise Opportunity
April 24, 2014 14:00 - 30 minutes - 6.73 MBThis show will focus on how Junkluggers, a junk-removal franchise, was started by CEO Josh Cohen right after college with the use of his mother's SUV. The brand achieved its goal of adding franchisees to the system in 2013 and enjoyed nearly 25 percent system-wide growth last year. Cohen and the rest of Junkluggers team plan to double in size entering the second year in franchising, aiming to end 2014 with additional units along the East Coast. • Cohen, who is in his early thirties, could pr...
Franchise Interviews Primetime - Unishippers, Unishippers, Unishippers
April 18, 2014 00:00 - 1 hour - 23.3 MBThis is our first prime time show on BlogTalkRadio in 7 years. Tonight's show is broken into 3 segments and features the Unishippers franchise opportunity. In part 1, we are meeting Kevin Lathrop, president of Unishippers and Brian Lendin, franchisee of Unishippers. For more than 20 years loyal customers have depended on Unishippers for reliable savings and exceptional customer service. Unishippers is focused on just one thing: helping small and medium-sized businesses save time and money ...
Franchise Interviews Meets with the Toast Cafe Franchise Opportunity
April 17, 2014 14:00 - 33 minutes - 7.41 MBFranchise Interviews meets with the Toast franchise opportunity. In their time as actors and musicians in New York City, Robert and his friend Brian Burchill made a ritual of home-cooked omelets made from scratch in the company of good friends. Their passion for fresh-made food and an appreciation for the warmth of home inspired the duo in 2005 to open Toast Café (Toast) - a gourmet better-breakfast concept. Toast has since expanded to three locations in North Carolina, including restaurants...
Franchise Interviews Welcomes Back The UPS Store Franchise Opportunity
April 03, 2014 14:00 - 40 minutes - 9.03 MBFranchise Interviews welcomes back The UPS Store. The UPS Store has received the following accolades: #1 postal and business services franchise in Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500 for 20 years and counting*More than 30 years of franchising experienceNationally advertised brandMore than 4300 locations nationwide We are meeting with Chris Adkins, VP of Franchise Development for The UPS Store. Franchise Interviews welcomes back The UPS Store. #1 postal and business services franchise in E...
Jo Kirchner, President & CEO of Primrose Schools on Franchise Interviews
March 20, 2014 14:00 - 1 hour - 16.9 MBToday's show is broken into three parts. First, we are meeting Jo Kirchner, President & CEO of Primrose Schools Founded by Paul and Marcy Erwin in Marietta, Georgia in 1982, Primrose Schools revolutionized the concept of child care, making education the key component of its curriculum in an era when "all-play and nothing-but-play" was the accepted norm. Primrose is a trusted, private preschool organization that provides premier educational child care experiences for children and families. T...
Pirtek USA meets with Franchise Interviews
March 13, 2014 14:00 - 32 minutes - 7.32 MBWe are meeting Morgan Arundel, President of Pirtek USA. Pirtek is the fluid power system leader in sales and service, the only brand of its kind in franchising in the United States. Pirtek boasts nearly 400 units in 22 countries around the world, and has more than 30 years of experience in the hydraulic and pneumatic hose-replacement space. Powered by an industry-leading approach to sales and service and backed by a corporate center passionate about its franchisees and customers, Pirtek offe...
Franchise Interviews meets with the Engineering for Kids franchise
March 06, 2014 15:00 - 33 minutes - 7.36 MBEngineering for Kids comes from the mind of educator Dori Roberts. With an extensive educational background in math and technology education, Roberts taught engineering at the high school level for 11 years. During her teaching career, she saw a dire need for math, science and engineering programs. To fill this void, she started an afterschool club that participated in various engineering and science-based competitions. After membership hit 180 students and the group won multiple state champ...
Franchise Interviews Meets with the Mosquito Joe Franchise Opportunity
February 27, 2014 15:00 - 36 minutes - 8.22 MBMosquitoes are big news these days, and so is the solution. Mosquito control is a hot topic. Mosquito Joe, a leading mosquito control treatment company serving residential and commercial customers nationwide, has closed out 2013 with outstanding success. The brand has even found a way to expand by reaching franchise owners from another seasonal business – Liberty Tax. Among the numerous highlights of the year, the brand celebrated the launch of its new logo, was ranked in Entrepreneur’s Fr...
Palm Beach Vapors Franchise meets with Franchise Interviews
February 20, 2014 15:00 - 44 minutes - 10.1 MBWe are meeting with Chip Paul (co-founder) from Palm Beach Vapors franchise. Palm Beach Vapors is a pioneer in the e-cigarette vapor market. They started our company not with the purpose of selling just another product, but with a true passion for helping folks, just like you, lessen the risks involved with smoking. From the moment you walk in a store, you’ll see why we’re so good at helping our customers find freedom from the use of traditional tobacco cigarettes. Their products are less e...
Franchise Interviews Meets with the Wok Box Franchise Opportunity
February 06, 2014 15:00 - 33 minutes - 7.55 MBWe are meeting with Lawrence Eade of the Wok Box franchise. Wok Box is a quick casual service restaurant specializing in amazing wok-cooked Asian food. Wok Box now has franchise opportunities available in selected regions in the USA. With locations in North America, Wok Box is introducing a new Pan Asian dining experience which includes: •Fresh, quick and convenient wok-cooked meals •Stir-fry Noodle, Rich and Curry Boxes, Soups and Asian Banh Mi Sandwiches made with unique sauces. •Moder...
1800Fix.com Franchise on Franchise Interviews
January 30, 2014 15:00 - 44 minutes - 9.87 MBOver the years, we have had some interesting and new franchise concepts. This week Franchise Interviews is meeting with Tony Brea, Co-Founder of 1800Fix.com. The mission of 1800Fix.com is to become the #1 alternative "secondary technology market" service and sales provider. 1800Fix.com provides consumers with a superior, alternative channel for smartphone and technology/electronics repair, sales, trade-ins, and must have accessories, making the latest technology both attainable and afforda...
Ann Connor, Women Empowered By Business Award on Franchise Interviews
January 23, 2014 15:00 - 46 minutes - 10.3 MBThis week Franchise Interviews is meeting with franchisee of AdviCoach Ann Connor. Ann recently received a Crystal Award from WEBB Women Empowered By Business Every year, WEBB - Women Empowered By Business , an organization designed to support, encourage and empower women to go into business and to grow their business, recognizes select female entrepreneurs for their exceptional success and mentorship to other women in business. For her outstanding achievement, mentorship effort and work e...
Salons by JC meets with Franchise Interviews
January 16, 2014 15:00 - 35 minutes - 7.96 MBCo-Founder Jack Griffey's wife was a hair stylist who rented a chair in a salon suite. He quickly saw the potential to launch a creative real estate development and leasing business in the franchise industry that provides high-end retail space for beauty and wellness practitioners. In December 1997, not knowing how to develop a salon suite business, Jack and his business partner Cecil Miller conducted two separate focus groups, each consisting of 10-12 beauty professionals (i.e. hair stylists...
Franchise Interviews Meets with the Flips Franchise Opportunity
January 09, 2014 15:00 - 36 minutes - 8.08 MBWe are meeting with Valerie White..Chief Merchandising Officer of Flips. And Flips is America’s only Fashion flip flop store. Here is some more information about Flips: Located at the Mall of America in Minneapolis, MN, Flips takes fashion & comfort flip flop footwear to a whole new level!With over 200 styles of brand name flip flops for women, men, & kids, we go from beach to bling, pool to pedicure, week-end to wedding! Flips also offers a great selection of orthotic-quality flip flops.Fli...
Creative Colors International Meets with Franchise Interviews
January 02, 2014 15:00 - 39 minutes - 8.72 MBWe are meeting with Mark Bollman, the President of Creative Colors International. Creative Colors International is a mobile-operated service company specializing in repair, reconditioning and color restoration on leather, vinyl, fabric, plastics and carpeting in the automotive, commercial and residential markets
Incorporating A Wellness Program Into Franchising on Franchise Interviews
December 19, 2013 15:00 - 37 minutes - 8.39 MBWe are meeting with Wanda Sieber, Unishippers of Green Bay. Unishippers is focused on just one thing: helping small and medium-sized businesses save time and money on all their shipping needs. And as the largest reseller of complete shipping services in the country, we have the buying power to ensure that we succeed. Wanda will tell us about Unishippers in Green Bay’s most recent wellness program and what inspired her to launch this program for her Unishippers staff.
Franchise Interviews Meets with the Meineke Franchise
December 12, 2013 15:00 - 25 minutes - 5.68 MBWe are meeting with Dave Schafers of Meineke, Sr. VP of Business Development Driven Brands Inc. Formerly known as the muffler repair experts, Meineke has evolved its menu of product offerings to meet the demands of the changing marketplace. Formerly known as the muffler repair experts, Meineke has evolved its menu of product offerings to meet the demands of the changing marketplace. Today, the Charlotte-based franchise has emerged as the one-stop shop for tires, brake repairs, tune-ups, ali...
Seven Year Anniversary Show - Aaron's Franchise Seven Years Later
November 27, 2013 15:00 - 1 hour - 20.1 MBToday Franchise Interviews is celebrating 7 years and our 350th show with the Aaron's franchise opportunity. Aaron's is North America's leader in the sales and lease ownership of household necessities which includes brand name furniture, appliances, electronics and computers. Today we are meeting with the Vice President of Aaron, Todd Evans. Aaron's was ranked #21 in Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500® out of thousands of franchise concepts. Aarons was also ranked #3 by Forbes magazine ...
Welcyon, Fitness After 50 on Franchise Interviews
November 21, 2013 15:00 - 35 minutes - 7.99 MBTheir Co-founder believed America needed a unique exercise environment specifically for people 50 and over. He was aware of the movement towards active aging and the push to maintain independence. At the same time, he recognized that traditional gyms are often intimidating and don’t provide the guidance and direction needed to help those 50 and over achieve their best health. This was the beginning of Welcyon, Fitness After 50. We are meeting with Suzy Boerboom to discuss the Welcyon franch...
The Flip Flop Dogs Franchise Opportunity.
November 15, 2013 15:00 - 40 minutes - 9.06 MBOver the last month, Franchise Interviews has focused on the pet industry. Here’s why: According to the June 3, 2011 issue of USA TODAY, “There are now more households with dogs (43 million) than children.” The American Pet Products Association’s 2013-2014 National Pet Owners Survey reveals: 68% of U.S. households own a pet, equaling to 82.5 million households. 56.7 million households own a dog. Largest number of households, in the pet category, with the next closest being over ...
The Dog Wizard Franchise Meets with Franchise Interviews
October 31, 2013 14:00 - 38 minutes - 8.68 MBAfter graduating from Wake Forest University, where she played four years of scholarship basketball, Gretchen Hollifield went to school to become a dog trainer. But she didn’t make enough to live on. So she juggled dog-training gigs, a paper route, restaurant jobs and occasional work for her father’s land-surveying business. After a few years, she decided her workload was unsustainable and decided to parlay her passion for dog training into a full-time business: The Dog Wizard. Since its...
Wag N Wash Francise Meets with Franchise Interviews
October 24, 2013 14:00 - 33 minutes - 7.51 MBWe are meeting with Dan Remus and Jef Strauss, Co-Founders of Wag ‘N Wash Healthy Pet Center. Founded in 1999 and franchising since 2006, Wag ‘N Wash Healthy Pet Center is a full-line specialty retail destination for cats and dogs that has created a community for pet enthusiasts to come and be pet people. With a mission to recognize, promote, and foster the positive impact that companion pets and their humans have on each other, Wag ‘N Wash provides the full experience – fresh dog treats b...
Shayne Smith, The Why Factor and Tutor Doctor
October 18, 2013 14:00 - 38 minutes - 8.51 MBWe are meeting with Shayne Smith, motivational speaker to the Why Factor and Tutor Doctor President Frank Milner. Tutor Doctor, a worldwide tutoring franchise that provides individualized home-based instruction to learners of all ages, has become the foundational sponsor of “The Why Factor”, a non-profit community outreach program created to spark inspiration in students, parents, and educators alike to help break through the barriers that hold them back and get inspired. The one-on-one, i...
Subcategory Business Opportunities in the Non-Medical Senior
October 10, 2013 14:00 - 1 hour - 22.2 MBOver the last decade, Franchise Interviews has spoken about the tremendous growth in the non-medical senior care industry. Interesting enough, there are now subcategories to the non-medical senior care industry. This show we are meeting with Amramp and Express Medical Transporters. First we are meeting with the Express Medical Transporters. First, you will hear our interview with Express Medical Transporters franchise we are meeting with Express Medical Transporters, was founded in 1995 by i...
Mellow Mushroom Meets with Franchise Interviews
September 26, 2013 14:00 - 36 minutes - 8.19 MBWe are meeting with Meredith Hillman, VP and Account Director, ePrize and Annica Kreider, VP of brand development, Mellow Mushroom. For 39 years, Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers has been serving up fresh stone baked pizzas to order in an eclectic, art filled and family friendly environment. Each Mellow is locally owned and operated with a unique vibe focused around great customer service and high quality food. We are speaking with Meredith and Annica on how mobile marketing has made a positiv...
Pet Supplies Plus Meets with Franchise Interviews
September 19, 2013 14:00 - 33 minutes - 7.47 MBWe are meeting with Larry Flaherty, director of franchise development with Pet Supplies Plus. With more than 275 locations in 23 Eastern states, Pet Supplies Plus has earned the reputation as America’s Favorite Neighborhood Pet Store by offering a wide array of pet food, pet products, grooming services and animal expertise in a welcoming environment. With a friendly, pet-centered culture, where store managers and associates actually know the names of hundreds of their pet customers and th...