Sara Wykes is a person in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2017. 74 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher.
T. J. Moe, a former NFL player, turned to franchising after a career-ending injury, finding success with HomeVestors and other franchises.
Wisconsin multi-unit operator Andy Gundlach shares his management philosophy, emphasizing the importance of delegation and empowering staff to achieve success.
Rachel Wallace, a second-generation franchisee, shares her experience of taking over and expanding her family's Subway business.
Jeff Burroughs shares his journey of remarketing himself after a youthful mistake and finding success in franchising.
Dordell and Fenske, co-owners of Club Pilates, discuss their division of labor and the challenges of balancing work and personal life.
Andy Gundlach, owner of 33 Anytime Fitness and 3 Basecamp Fitness locations, shares his journey and passion for fitness franchising.
Tracy Bouwens, the largest Scooter's Coffee franchisee, aimed to add 20 more locations by the end of 2026 and reach 100 units.
Kal Gullapalli is building a portfolio of franchises, including Marco's Pizza, European Wax Center, and VIO Med Spa, with a focus on learning from others and overcoming challenges.
Dale Mulvey, a multi-unit franchisee, operates 74 McAlister's Deli and 8 Moe's Southwest Grill locations, generating $120 million in revenue.
Helen Martin built her portfolio while helping fellow franchisees as a Stretch Zone franchisee.
Tasty Restaurant Group aims to reach $1 billion in annual revenue with 421 units across 6 brands in 22 states.
Sudesh Sood, a 5-brand powerhouse, is on the road to 200 units with his latest deal, including Jack in the Box, Noodles & Company, Panera Bread, Black Bear Diner, and Popeyes.
Large franchise platforms, such as Authority Brands and Neighborly Brands, are becoming increasingly common in the franchising industry.
Patrick Shannon, a Hungry Howie’s Pizza multi-unit franchisee, has seen the value of local marketing efforts in his business.
The annual STAR Awards recognize franchising’s recruitment elite, highlighting the resilience and strength of the franchise business model.
Franchise development pros discuss the pros and cons of using brokers in franchise growth, highlighting the importance of working with the right person and introducing every brand that could be a match for potential franchisees.
Six franchisees share their experiences in adding new brands to their portfolios, highlighting the importance of a sensible and well-considered process.
The 2021 STAR Awards recognize the best in franchise recruitment, with Payroll Vault winning best overall performance.
Payroll Vault has won the 2021 STAR Award for franchise recruitment, recognizing its best practices in phone response, website, and franchisee satisfaction performance.
Dog Haus Innovates and Adapts to Changes in 2021's Real Estate Market, with the Covid pandemic having a mixed impact on the market.
Skyhawks Sports Academy prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion in its franchise system, with a focus on providing opportunities for underrepresented groups.
If any franchise has an advantage in applying the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), it is Skyhawks Sports Academy.
Zaxby's To Double-Down on Drive-Thru Business Post-Pandemic, Highlighting Importance of Drive-Thru Business
Seven multi-unit franchisees share their financing struggles and victories during the Covid pandemic and how well their franchisor supported them.