Welcome Aboard: Hammer & Nails Hammer & Nails was founded by Michael Elliot, a Hollywood screenwriter, in 2013. The concept for the salon originated from Elliot’s personal frustration with the lack of comfortable, stylish grooming options for men. After experiencing a less-than-relaxing visit to a typical nail salon, he realized there was a gap in[…]
From Corporate Life to Family Franchise: Lisa Borja’s Inspiring Journey In the latest episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast, we had the privilege of sitting down with Lisa Borja—a remarkable woman whose journey from the corporate world to co-owning a successful family franchise is nothing short of inspiring. Lisa’s story is one of resilience, strength,[…]
Welcome Aboard: Stiltz Homelifts Stiltz Homelifts was founded in 2010 in the UK, with the goal of creating an innovative and practical solution for home mobility. The company was born from a collaboration between entrepreneurs who recognized the growing demand for residential elevators, especially in an aging population that sought to maintain independence within their[…]
Building a Legacy Together: The Journey of Meera and Tejal Patel In the latest episode of the Franchise Woman Podcast, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the dynamic aunt-and-niece duo, Meera and Tejal Patel. As the owners of Waxxpot in Dallas and Fort Worth, Meera and Tejal have created a thriving franchise, blending[…]
Welcome Aboard: NightOwl Convenience NightOwl Convenience, Australia’s first 24-hour convenience store chain, was founded in 1975 by Brisbane-based entrepreneur Rod Craig. The concept was inspired by the growing demand for accessible, round-the-clock shopping, which was relatively unheard of in Australia at the time. Craig recognized an opportunity to serve customers with busy lifestyles, shift workers,[…]
Kayla Ryan, Chief Marketing Officer at Home Run Franchises, has a rich background in franchising, starting from her teenage years working in her family’s franchise businesses. Her passion for entrepreneurship led her to establish and successfully grow her own company, Flick Switch Marketing, which she sold in 2023. At Home Run Franchises, Kayla now leads[…]
Welcome Aboard: DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen was founded in 1975 by Doug Dwyer’s father, who initially operated a small kitchen and bath remodeling business under the name Worldwide Refinishing Systems. The company focused on providing quality refinishing and remodeling services for homes, particularly in the kitchen and bathroom spaces. It gained[…]
Megan Allen is a seasoned franchising expert with nearly 20 years of experience. She is currently the Director of Real Estate and Construction at The Dog Stop, an award-winning, all-inclusive dog care facility. Her franchising journey began at the age of 17, spanning roles in funding, financing, and executive leadership. Megan’s guiding principle is “service,”[…]
Welcome Aboard: Crust Pizza Crust Pizza, an Australian gourmet pizza chain, was founded in 2001 by Costa Anastasiadis and his business partner Michael Logos in Sydney. The idea behind Crust Pizza was to fill a gap in the market for premium, high-quality pizzas that offered more than the standard fast-food options. Anastasiadis and Logos were[…]
To Thomas Miskowski business is personal. He has 2 passions: hunting and making sure his franchisees are successful. Thomas Miskowski, along with a business partner Wade Nolte, acquired Kitchen Solvers in 2010; Thomas was appointed President in November 2022. With over a decade of leadership in Kitchen Solvers, Miskowski has been instrumental in driving the company’s success through[…]
Welcome Aboard: Donut King Donut King is an iconic Australian franchise that began in 1981, making it one of the first major donut chains in the country. The idea was to bring American-style donuts, which were not widely available in Australia at the time, to the local market. Donut King was founded by Russell Withers,[…]
Julie Cartwright, President for the emerging fitness juggernaut Pvolve joins us today on this episode of The Franchise Woman podcast. Julie spent the majority of her career in product development, helping some of the world’s most recognizable fitness personalities – Tracy Anderson, Jillian Michaels, and Leslie Sansone – develop America’s favorite at-home workout videos. And at the top of her game, Cartwright left it all[…]