A United States Air Force veteran himself, Ralph Yarusso shares the inside scoop on VetFran on this special Veterans episode of The Franchise Woman podcast: Where Passion & Purpose Collide.
VetFran is an advisory committee of the International Franchise Association with a mission to help veterans access opportunities in franchising by encouraging franchisors to offer financial incentives to prospective franchisees who are honorably discharged veterans, educating the veterans community about the opportunities of franchising, and being a voice for veterans in franchising within both the franchise and veterans communities.
Hear Ralph’s personal journey from pilot to multi-unit franchisee and beyond.
Meet Ralph Yarusso
Ralph Yarusso, CFE.
VP Business Development, BrandONE
CDO, FullSpeed Automotive
COO, Franchising Grease Monkey International
Over 35 years franchising experience on both sides of the franchise model as franchisee and franchisor.
Former Multi-Unit franchisee (15 centers) during 23 years with Meineke
Chairman Meineke National Franchise Council
President Dealer Association
Worked on the Franchisor side at Driven Brands for 5 years with last role as COO with Meineke
IFA – Franchisee of the year 2002
IFA – Franchisee Forum
USAF Veteran
VetFran Committee member
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