Jania Bailey

FranNet CEO Jania Bailey is retiring after a 20-year tenure, with President Amanda Duplantis taking over leadership.

LOUISVILLE, Ky., May 6, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- FranNet today announced the retirement of CEO Jania Bailey, marking the close of a transformative chapter for the organization.

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