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Franchise Interviews

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Welcome 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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Franchise Interviews Meets with Jeff Cox, CEO and President of Colors on Parade

October 27, 2016 14:00 - 38 minutes - 34.5 MB

Inspired by his passion for restoring classic cars, Robert Lowery started Colors On Parade to offer body shop-quality automotive repairs from a mobile unit. In 1999, he began franchising the concept. Colors On Parade franchisees offer mobile on-site automotive appearance services throughout the U.S. to car dealerships, fleet owners, rental car agencies, body shops, individual vehicle owners and retail customers.  We are meeting with the President and CEO of Colors on Parade, Jeff Cox. In p...

Great Quotes in Franchising - You Really Got To Love Me

October 20, 2016 14:00 - 29 minutes - 26.5 MB

Many years ago, we created short clips of our weekly radio show Franchise Interviews. We called the segment/podcast “Great Quotes in Franchising”.  We had no idea the podcast would become just as popular as our weekly radio show. Today you are going to hear our most recent clip from Larry Sidoti, Chief Development Officer of Paris Baguette. Larry says before you buy a franchise, you really go to love me. Find out why by listening to the podcast.  In parts 2 and 3, you will get advice from two...

Franchise Interviews Roundtable Session on Entrepreneneurship

October 13, 2016 14:00 - 51 minutes - 46.4 MB

In part 1, we are meeting with entrepreneur and the founder of the BBQ Cleaner Jeffrey Krentzman. Jeff discusses the following: What are some of the pros and cons you encounter as your own boss? What's the hardest part of starting your own business? In your own business, what are some of things you feel you have done right that can be applied to someone else looking to start a business? What advice would you give to someone whose looking at being their own boss? Where should they even sta...

Franchising the Orthopedic Industy - Franchise Interviews Meets with OrthoNOW

October 06, 2016 14:00 - 54 minutes - 49.2 MB

We are meeting with Dr. Alejandro Badia, Co-founder and CEO or OrthoNow and Christine Dura, Chief Development Officer of OrthoNOW.  OrthoNOW® is a network of specialized urgent care Centers focused on treating the full range of orthopedic and sports medicine injuries on a walk-in basis. These injuries include anything related to the foot, ankle, knee, hip, wrist, hand, elbow, shoulder and spine, in addition to pre-concussion testing. We treat aches, breaks, pains, and strains.   OrthoNOW® w...

Franchise Interview with Sam Freeman, VP of Franchise Development at CARSTAR

September 29, 2016 14:00 - 34 minutes - 30.9 MB

We are meeting with Sam Freeman, VP of Franchise Development at CARSTAR.  CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts delivers the highest quality body repair to drivers throughout North America, with more than 450 stores located throughout the United States and Canada.   Headquartered in Overland Park, KS, CARSTAR was founded in 1989 and has repaired more than three million vehicles since opening its doors. CARSTAR and its franchise network employs some 4,000 automotive professionals throughout the Un...

Franchise Interviews Meets With the In & Out Smart Repair Franchise Opportunity

September 22, 2016 14:00 - 45 minutes - 40.4 MB

We are meeting with founder of the In & Out Smart Repair franchise opportunity, John Mike Heroman.  Founded in 2012 in Lafayette, Louisiana, In & Out Smart Repair is a one-stop shop for all smart device needs that offers fast, same day service. The company goes beyond repair and offers personalized solutions depending on an individual’s needs and lifestyle, and all repairs are backed by a lifetime warranty. In & Out Smart Repair also offers a membership program to make repairs affordable to e...

Franchise Interviews Meets Lara Olson, founder of Kidcreate Studio Franchise

September 15, 2016 14:00 - 38 minutes - 34.4 MB

We are meeting with Lara Olson, founder of Kidcreate Studio.  Kidcreate Studio offers children’s art classes, camps and art-themed birthday parties which are made available for children ages 18 months through 12 years. Founder, Lara Olson, started Kidcreate Studio after being frustrated by the limited art exposure her children were receiving at school. She wanted to create an art studio designed just for kids that would combine quality art education with a kid-friendly environment.  As the le...

Franchise Interviews Meets With Speaker, Writer and Educator Christy Wilson Delk

September 08, 2016 14:00 - 53 minutes - 48.2 MB

We are meeting with Speaker, Writer and Educator Christy Wilson Delk.  After 17 years in corporate sales and distribution, Christy Wilson Delk decided to risk it all. In 1996, she sold her house and cashed out her 401K plan for the down payment on the $1.7 millions dollar SBA loan needed to buy and build a Kids R Kids Academy franchise in Orlando, Florida. Over the next 15 years, she expanded twice and grew her business into one of the largest franchises in her industry before exiting succes...

Franchise Interviews Meets With Angela Olea, CEO of Assisted Living Locators

September 01, 2016 14:00 - 37 minutes - 33.1 MB

We have a great show today.  We are meeting with Angela Olea, the founder and CEO of Assisted Living Locators. Assisted Living Locators is a FREE SERVICE for seniors and their families. Their experienced, compassionate team of experts help you explore and understand elder care options, information, and resources...and use them to make life better for you and your loved one.  Angela's commitment to nursing began in 1989 in a Sub-Acute Nursing Facility and Alzheimer's Unit. Her compassion for ...

Franchise Interviews Meets with Andrew Pudalov, Founder and CEO of Rush Bowls

August 25, 2016 14:00 - 38 minutes - 34.4 MB

We have a great show today.  We are meeting with Andrew Pudalov, Founder and CEO of Rush Bowls. Rush Bowls was launched in 2004, when founder, Andrew Pudalov, decided to leave the hustle and bustle of New York’s financial scene to pursue his dream of creating a healthy, fast-dining restaurant that fueled people’s lives with honest ingredients and delicious recipes. As a result, Rush Bowls was born in Boulder, Colorado, offering meals crafted from the finest fruit, topped with granola & honey...

Franchise Interviews Meets With Bin There Dump That Franchise

August 18, 2016 14:00 - 48 minutes - 43.2 MB

We are meeting with Bin There Dump That, a North American dumpster rental franchise.  The concept was born in suburban Toronto when Mark Crossett, a working general contractor, was seeking a better way to get rid of construction waste from kitchen and bath renovations. He got a truck with a hook/lift assembly attached to the back and had a steel-fabricating company build him four dumpster bins that were smaller than those typically used in driveways at that time. He christened the fledgling d...

Hollywood And Franchising - Franchise Opportunities Based on Movies & TV

August 11, 2016 14:00 - 1 hour - 91.5 MB

Hollywood And Franchising Over the years, there have been some interesting franchises based on television shows and movies.  Today we are going to hear from three that made the list.  The movies and shows include Forrest Gump (Bubba Gump Shrimp), Coyote Ugly and Sunset Tan.  In our final segment, we hear a new clip from our Great Quotes in Franchising podcast called Meet The Parents.  Listen to the full packed show on Hollywood and Franchising!

Mike and Shannon Kemp and What It Takes To Be A Multi-Unit Franchisee.

July 28, 2016 14:00 - 28 minutes - 25.2 MB

We have a great show today.  We are meeting with multi-unit franchisees and husband and wife team Mike and Shannon Kemp. Mike and Shannon speak about what it takes to be multi-unit franchisees, how/when they knew they were ready to expand beyond one brand/unit and their entrepreneurial advice on growing and investing in a franchise system for more than 20 years. Here's quick background on them:   In 1994, Mike was working part-time as an employee for Play It Again Sports the store buys and ...

Systems and Branding - Laugh and Learn With The Great Dr. John Tantillo

July 21, 2016 14:00 - 1 hour - 70.3 MB

There are two key elements you receive when buying a franchise: They include a system and a brand.  Prospective franchisees can do very well in franchising is they understand this notion.  In Part I, we meet with the legendary Dr. John Tantillo.  Dr. Tantillo has a unique method of making his listeners laugh and learn at the same time.  John is an award winning marketing professional, lecturer and teacher. Dr. John Tantillo. Dr. Tantillo (aka The Marketing Doctor) is a trained applied resear...

Franchise Interviews Meets With Paul Maskill of TGA Premier Golf & Tennis

July 14, 2016 14:00 - 42 minutes - 37.8 MB

We are meeting with Paul Maskill, Development Director for TGA Premier Golf & Tennis.  The mission of TGA is to introduce youth of all backgrounds to the fun, positive, character-building aspects of golf and tennis through programs that build life values, instill confidence through achievement, and offer a fun and educational experience. TGA believes that sports change lives.  A TGA franchise gives entrepreneurial-minded individuals like you a chance to make a positive impact on children’s l...

Franchise Interviews Meets with Mrs. Winner's Chicken & Biscuits Franchise

July 07, 2016 14:30 - 38 minutes - 34.5 MB

Today we are meeting with Mike Reynolds, Chief Development Officer, Mrs. Winner’s Chicken & Biscuits.  Mrs. Winner’s Chicken and Biscuits is a chain of quick-service restaurants that cook only the best southern food in the southeast.  Their family dinner includes such southern staples as fried chicken, sweet tea, traditional southern sides and the most delicious of biscuits fresh from the oven.   In 2012, a new chapter opened when a fresh group of owners came to Mrs. Winner’s. Their family ha...

Franchise Interviews Meets With Jerry Hancock, the founder of Sub Zero Ice Cream

June 30, 2016 14:00 - 56 minutes - 50.5 MB

If you are a fan of Shark Tank, you are probably familiar with Sub Zero Ice Cream.  We are meeting with Jerry Hancock, the founder of Sub Zero Ice Cream.  Sub Zero Ice Cream uses negative 321-degree liquid nitrogen to freeze and hand mix each customized order with a unique patented process. Besides its unique and highly visual freezing method, Sub Zero Ice Cream caters to a variety of dietary needs. The brand offers six bases including a classic premium custard, low-fat custard and yogurt, as...

Franchise Interviews Meets With Scott Mortier, President of Franchise Whales

June 23, 2016 14:00 - 34 minutes - 31 MB

We are meeting with Scott Mortier, President of The Franchise Whales and EVP of Business Development at Froots.  With a combined 35-plus years’ experience in franchising, David Lopez and Scott Mortier have launched a franchise incubator to help new, emerging and existing franchises strengthen various areas of their businesses.  Called The Franchise Whales, the franchise incubator supports independent businesses interested in developing a franchise model, emerging franchisors who want to prope...

Franchise Interviews Meets with Greg Helwig, President of Kiddie Academy

June 16, 2016 14:00 - 43 minutes - 38.9 MB

We are meeting with Greg Helwig, the President of Kiddie Academy, an industry leader in educational childcare.  Since 1981, Kiddie Academy® has provided a better way to care for and educate children and create stronger communities. It's something they are passionate about and they have been an education-based childcare leader for more than 30 years. People and Culture Parents wouldn't trust just anyone to care for their children.  This is why Kiddie Academy takes extra special care in ensur...

Franchise Interviews Meets with Navigator Coach Rick Ibarra-Rivera

June 09, 2016 14:00 - 1 hour - 67.4 MB

We have a great show today.  We are meeting with Navigator Coach Rick Ibarra-Rivera.  Rick’s professional Coaching career began a decade ago in 2005.  Rick's passion is helping others achieve their dreams and making a difference in their lives.  Rick’s Personal Development journey started many years ago with Landmark Education. It was there where he took several courses over the years and began Coaching.  Rick has BA from Santa Clara University and attended Graduate school at A.C.T. (American...

Franchise Interviews Meets With Jeff Garrett, Founder of Lumberjack's Franchise

June 02, 2016 14:00 - 37 minutes - 33.4 MB

We are meeting with Jeff Garrett, founder of Lumberjacks.  In 2004, in one of those “wake up in the middle of the night” moments, Jeff Garrett thought of Lumberjacks and the timber industry theme. He immediately got to work on converting a generic diner to incorporate this theme and fittingly renamed the place … Lumberjacks. The brand has since grown to nine corporate and franchise restaurants throughout Northern California and Las Vegas, with 25-50 more predominantly franchise locations set ...

Franchise Interviews Meets with the Romp n' Roll Franchise Opportunity

May 26, 2016 14:00 - 43 minutes - 38.7 MB

When Michael and Babz Barnett saw a tweet from ABC scouting contestants for new TV show, Shark Tank, six years ago, they had no idea what they’d be walking into. In fact, they saw the premier episode in their hotel room the night before their own taping. But despite the lack of familiarity with the sharks entrepreneurs have today, they presented their concept, Romp n’ Roll – a modernized kids gym perfecting the intersection of entertainment and education for kids ages 3 months to 5 years, and...

Franchise Interviews Meets with Chris Covelli of #getfried French Fry Cafe

May 19, 2016 14:00 - 33 minutes - 29.8 MB

We are meeting with the cofounder of #getfried Chris Covelli of #getfried French Fry Cafe a new franchise model that is betting on a relatively untapped market in the U.S.: topped French fries. At #getfried, guests can customize their own unique fry dish by choosing between five styles of fries and more than 20 sauces, seasonings and toppings - turning what was once a favorite side dish, into an indulgent meal. The franchise is co-founded by lifelong friends Chris Covelli (29) and Garrett Gr...

Franchise Interviews Meets with 18/8 Fine Men's Hair Salon's Franchise

May 12, 2016 14:00 - 41 minutes - 36.8 MB

18/8 Fine Men’s Salons are hair care and grooming centers for men, a reinvention of the barber shop, providing hair and grooming services for men in a relaxing, comfortable atmosphere geared toward the specific needs of men. 18/8 stylists provide advice and service in a wide variety of treatments, including haircuts, hair coloring, MANicures, face treatments, scalp treatments and massage, all in semi-private stations. 18/8 stylists are experts in their fields of men’s care and grooming. We a...

Franchise Interviews Meets with the Sloan's Ice Cream Franchise Opportunity

May 05, 2016 14:00 - 43 minutes - 39 MB

We have a great show today.  We are meeting with David Wild, Director of franchising for Sloan’s Ice Cream.  A true icon of South Florida, Sloan’s is renowned for its award winning luxury ice cream flavors, candies and world-class bakery items. The brand’s signature pink walls and ceilings, along with the plush toy collection lining its walls add to Sloan’s fun, funky experience. In 1999, Sloan Kamenstein, a classically trained chef and ice cream connoisseur, created Sloan’s Ice Cream along W...

Franchise Interviews Meets with the School Spirit Vending Franchise Opportunity

April 28, 2016 14:00 - 49 minutes - 44.7 MB

We are meeting with Matt Miller of School Spirit Vending.  School Spirit Vending (SSV) is focused on providing hassle-free, year-round fundraising opportunities for as many schools across the country as possible. It’s their goal to help save kids from the door-to-door sales associated with traditional school fundraisers. SSV’s program requires no volunteers, relieving the fundraising burden off of their schools, so they can focus on what they do best – educating their kids! Founded in 2007, ...

Franchise Interviews Meets with the Stone Coat Franchise Opportunity

April 21, 2016 14:00 - 30 minutes - 27 MB

We have a great show today.  We are meeting with Sam Hance, President of Stone Coat. This Dallas-based company is the leading innovator of a unique process creating true stone wall finishes. The company exclusive "Blown Stone" system allows you to literally resurface almost any vertical surface with a real stone finish, meaning homeowners save time and money rather than placing traditional stone in their homes. Originally developed in Europe to restore old historic buildings, Stone Coat is a...

Franchise Interviews Meets with the Snapology Franchise Opportunity

April 14, 2016 14:00 - 30 minutes

We are meeting with Laura Coe, co-founder of Snapology.  Snapology offers a wide array of interactive, play-based activities for children ages 1-14 – including enrichment classes, birthday parties, workshops, camps, scouting events and field trips – mainly using building materials such as LEGO® bricks and other similar building tools and technology. The programs can be customized based on the number of children, age of children and time allotment, and can be broken down into individual classe...

Snip- its Salon and Autism Speaks on Franchise Interviews

April 07, 2016 14:00 - 1 hour

We have a great show today.  April is Autism Awareness Month and Snip-its salon, a child-focused hair salon and franchise has partnered with Autism Speaks to develop a special haircutting training guide for stylists and parents to better the experience for the child.  We are meeting with Snip-its Director of Artistic Education, Marsha Cole.  In part 2, we hear out interview with Kim Ellis, the VP of Franchise Development for Snip-its and part 3 includes a clip from our Great Quotes in Franchi...

Franchise Interviews Meets with the Paris Baguette Franchise Opportunity

March 31, 2016 14:00 - 57 minutes

We are meeting with Larry Sidoti, Chief Development Officer of Paris Baguette.  Paris Baguette, a fast-casual premier baking concept so popular in parts of South Korea, China, Singapore and Vietnam that you can’t go more than a few blocks without seeing one of their 3,700 locations. While seeing roaring international success, Paris Baguette is now setting out to shake up the All-American bakery-café market in the United States. The company first debuted in the states in 2005, and just began ...

Disrupting the Industry with its Innovative Approach to Psychotherapy

March 17, 2016 14:00 - 42 minutes - 37.8 MB

Nearly one in five Americans experience mental health and relationship issues every year, yet available treatment options have been slow to adapt or encourage collaborative and client-centered care. Recognizing this void over the past decade, The Lifeologie Institute has been breathing new life into the psychotherapy field and is charging onto the national stage with franchise expansion. Transforming the perception that therapists are solitary and relegated to selling their time, The Lifeolo...

Franchise Interviews with Jason Leverant, President of Atwork Group Franchise

March 10, 2016 15:00 - 43 minutes - 38.5 MB

We have a great show today.  We are meeting with Jason Leverant, President and COO of the Atwork Group franchise opportunity.  AtWork is considered one of the best staffing agencies for franchises nationwide.  The goal at AtWork is to provide an unparalleled amount of quality training and proficiency to allow the franchisee (you) to make ownership decisions without being confined to an office. Atwork Group has more than 90 United States locations and 25,000 temporary employees. They have a de...

Franchise Interviews Meets with Tikiz Shaved Ice and Ice Cream Franchise

March 03, 2016 15:00 - 41 minutes - 37.3 MB

Just about every man, women and child in America can recall the sight and sounds of an ice cream truck at a park or event on a warm sunny day. The familiar jingle sent children grabbing for spare change and running outside to acquire their favorite frozen treat. On a warm summer day, nothing back then was better than the ice cream truck and the trusted man who drove it. Parents could trust the integrity of this mobile business and the ice cream man was a welcomed member of the community. Now...

Franchise Interviews Meets Charles Bonfiglio, CEO of the Tint World Franchise

February 25, 2016 15:00 - 32 minutes - 28.9 MB

We have a great show today.  We are meeting with Charles Bonfiglio, the CEO of Tint World.  Since 1982 Tint World® has provided high-quality window tinting and vehicle accessories to people who love their cars. With a wide selection of automotive products and services, clean, attractive facilities, and superior customer service, Tint World®- has become America’s favorite place for auto styling and accessories. Today, anyone can be the proud owner of a Tint World® Auto Styling Center. In 2007...

Franchise Interviews Meets with John Neitzel, CEO of Bar Louie

February 18, 2016 15:00 - 30 minutes - 27.2 MB

In franchising, consistency is king. Every location offers the same layout, décor, menu and specials. While that may suit other brands, Bar Louie is taking a different approach that’s not only appreciated by guests – but intriguing multi-unit franchisees to invest.  Bar Louie presents a collection of 107 local social, casual gathering spots – neighborhood bars and eateries that feature hand-crafted cocktails, spirits and delectable food in an inviting, urban atmosphere. Each Bar Louie has a ...

Franchise Interviews Meets with the SPENGA Franchise Opportunity

February 04, 2016 15:00 - 39 minutes - 35.5 MB

SPENGA is an unrivaled fitness experience. Unlike any studio of its kind, SPENGA combines three essential elements of fitness to create what’s simply known as the best workout ever. This unique concept delivers cardiovascular, strength and flexibility training in every session. Through a combination of spin, strength and yoga each workout is designed to improve endurance, strength and flexibility.  We are meeting with Scott Nichols, Senior Vice President, Franchise Development at SPENGA and H...

The Fastest Growing Franchise In The Craft Beer Industry - The Casual Pint

January 28, 2016 15:00 - 36 minutes - 32.7 MB

We are meeting with The Casual Pint – a Tennessee-based craft beer market which started franchising its “coffee shop of beers” concept in January 2014.  The story of The Casual Pint begins with Jon Robinette in 1976. That was the year Jon took up the grocery business, landing a job with Harris Teeter Neighborhood Food & Pharmacy in Mountain City, Tennessee.  The first store located at Interstate 40 and Papermill Drive opened in 2011. In 2013, The Casual Pint began franchising with the first s...

Franchise Interviews Meets with Oscar Zapata, Founder of Shots

January 21, 2016 15:00 - 35 minutes - 32 MB

We are meeting with Oscar Zapata, CEO and founder of Shots. SHOTS is an interactive shot bar.  SHOTS, Props and Fun is what they do. This is a movement and you are invited to experience it for yourself.  Their hand crafted signature menu is sure to satisfy every pallet.  The best part of it all is that each SHOT comes with its’ own show where YOU ARE THE STAR!  In part 3, we will discuss different types of entrepreneurs with Nick Bibby.  

Franchise Interviews Meets with Laura Novak Meyer of Little Nest Portraits

January 14, 2016 15:00 - 33 minutes - 30.2 MB

LITTLE NEST FOUNDER LAURA NOVAK MEYER BEGAN HER PHOTOGRAPHY CAREER AT AGE 23 AND MET IT WITH SWIFT SUCCESS. Her fresh sensibility and talent for putting clients at ease led to a successful business and ample recognition in the media and within the photography industry. But all of the success left her lacking. As much as she loved photographing clients, she had other passions that she couldn't address as a solo entrepreneur, including mentoring new talent and fostering creative community. Sh...

Self Awareness, Self-Improvement and Education - Four Must Read Books For 2016

January 07, 2016 15:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MB

Our first show of the year focuses on self-awareness, self-improvement, and education.  Today’s show we recommend four great books to read for 2016.  They include the following: Lonnie Helgerson on his book "Five Pennies: Ten Rules to Successfully Build a Franchise Mega-Brand and Maximize System Profits."Also, Julie Bennett - Franchise Author and writer for Franchise Times - "The Franchise Times Guide to Selecting, Buying and Owning a Franchise" is hitting bookstores this week. It's also avai...

Franchise Interviews Meets with the Nutty Scientists Franchise Opportunity

December 31, 2015 15:00 - 54 minutes - 48.8 MB

We are meeting with Shery Christopher, the Sr. Vice President of Nutty Scientists USA.  Nutty Scientists is the leading provider of interactive programs related to science and geared toward students PK-6, incorporating aspects of technology, engineering and math. The Nutty Scientists cater to afterschool programs and host interactive shows and special events led by instructors trained to orchestrate detailed experiments in a playful, yet structured atmosphere. In addition, the Nutty Scientist...

Franchise Interviews Meets with Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids Franchise

December 24, 2015 15:00 - 45 minutes - 40.6 MB

Founded in 1994 and franchising since 1995, Cookie Cutter Haircuts for Kids is one of the first and most unique children's' haircutting franchises in the country. The unique store design includes an in-store playground and video games, making a Cookie Cutters haircut a truly interactive experience. With the fantasy chairs that are only available to Cookie Cutters franchisees, the system is designed to keep children coming back to the salon again and again.  We are meeting with Neal Courtney o...

Franchise Interviews with 1000 Degrees Neapolitan Pizzeria

December 17, 2015 15:00 - 55 minutes - 49.9 MB

We are meeting with Brian Petruzzi of 1000 Degrees Neapolitan Pizzeria.  Serving customizable, authentic Neapolitan pizza on hand-tossed, never frozen dough and topped with more than 50 of the finest freshest ingredients, 1000 Degrees pizza perfectly captures American appeal and old world Neapolitan flavor. Each pie is familiar to New York style pizza, but maintains the light and airy appeal of Neapolitan style with a thin, slightly-charred crust.

Franchise Interview with the Dental Fix Rx Franchise System

December 10, 2015 15:00 - 34 minutes - 31 MB

We are meeting with Scott Mortier-Business Development for Dental Fix Rx franchise opportunity— Dental Fix Rx is a fast-growing mobile dental equipment repair service franchise and has landed on Franchise Times magazine’s 2015 Top 200+ list of top revenue producing U.S.-based franchises.  Business Development at Dental Fix Rx.  Some of the questions we ask Scott are the following: •      Tell us about Dental Fix Rx and what services you provide. •      How big is the dental equipment repair...

Franchise Podcast with Scott Walker of Screenmobile

December 03, 2015 15:00 - 53 minutes - 48.4 MB

We are meeting with Scott Walker, the CEO of Screenmobile.  Screenmobile is the nation's largest mobile screening franchise in the U.S., offering franchise opportunities for those desiring a non-traditional path towards owning a business. For nearly 35 years, Screenmobile has offered the highest quality installation services for window, porch, patio and retractable screens. By providing an unmatched convenience for its customers, the brand has become the most established mobile screening fran...

Franchise Interview with E2 Young Engineers Franchise Opportunity

November 25, 2015 15:00 - 35 minutes - 31.5 MB

We are meeting with Amir Asor, CEO and founder E2 Young Engineers. E2 Young Engineers enrichment programs adopt a rational edutainment (the combination of education and entertainment) approach. E2 Young Engineers have developed a variety of different programs that can be used to teach the most important subjects. Children joining their educational community can learn and enjoy the likes of arithmetic, physics, and mechanical and software engineering.  E2 Young Engineers have developed special...

Franchise Interviews Meets with Growler USA - America's Microbrew Pub Franchise

November 19, 2015 15:00 - 40 minutes - 36.3 MB

Have you ever dreamed of owning your own pub?  We are meeting with Dan White, the founder and CEO of Growler USA.  Growler USA - America's Microbrew Pub, launched in 2014, is a neighborhood gathering place dedicated to offering only American-made craft beverages and a menu designed to celebrate the unique flavors of each drink. With up to 100 taps of craft beer, hard cider, draught wine, root beer, cold-pressed coffee and kombucha tea, Growler USA invites guests to enjoy craft beverages suiti...

Franchise Interview With The Blue Moon Estate Sales Franchise

November 12, 2015 15:00 - 34 minutes - 30.4 MB

Over the years, we have had some interesting categories and concepts on our show.  Today, we are meeting with David and Debra Blue of Blue Moon Estate Sales.  At Blue Moon Estate Sales, their franchisee specialists are committed to consistently meeting their customer’s needs. Blue Moon Estate Sales provides residential, commercial, and moving liquidation services with their customer’s preferences and needs in mind. With their dedication to high standards and excellence of service, they ensure...

Franchise Interview with Lil Lovell of the Coyote Ugly Saloon Franchise

November 05, 2015 15:00 - 42 minutes - 37.7 MB

We are meeting with Lil Lovell of Coyote Ugly Saloon franchise.  The most famous bar on the planet is now the hottest franchise concept on the planet! With over 20 years of experience, Coyote Ugly is seeking International Franchise Partners to become a part of one of the most recognized trademarks in the world. The Coyote Ugly legend began with a girl, a dream, and a little bit of Wild Turkey. In 1992, Liliana “Lil” Lovell, a 24-year-old Wall Street apprentice-turned-bartender was living a go...

Franchise Interviews with Sweet Lorraine's Fabulous Mac n' Cheeze

October 29, 2015 14:00 - 48 minutes - 43.6 MB

You might get a bit hungry after this show.  We are meeting with Lorraine Platman, Founder and Head Chef of Sweet Lorraine’s Fabulous Mac n’ Cheez! Founded in 2010 and franchising since 2013, the Detroit-based restaurant chain offers vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free soups, salads, sandwich wraps, grilled cheese, and over a dozen kinds of meat-topped and vegetarian macaroni and cheese, all made fresh to order.

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