In a franchise industry that’s often driven by metrics and margins, Michelle Holliman is a standout voice of compassion, communication, and consistency. As the Vice President of Franchise Development for Pigtails & Crewcuts, Michelle joined The Franchise Woman Podcast to share not just her business expertise—but her deeper philosophy on life, leadership, and kindness. From[…]
In a world where disruption is inevitable and leadership styles vary widely, Stefan Figley offers a refreshing blend of resilience, structure, and empathy. As the President of 1-800-Packouts—a leading franchise brand in contents and personal property restoration—Stefan joined Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa on the Franchise Woman Podcast for an insightful conversation that bridged the[…]
In the latest episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast, hosts Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa welcome Dawn Kane, dynamic CEO and co-founder of Hot Dish Advertising, to explore three decades of marketing transformation—and the wisdom she’s gained along the way. Established in 1999, Hot Dish Advertising began specializing in franchise industry support in 2001. For[…]
In a world where disruption often gets packaged as buzzwords, Toni Calderone is the real deal. She’s not just innovating—she’s challenging everything about the way restaurants are built, scaled, and run. The Founder and CEO of PastaNito joined The Franchise Woman Podcast to share her remarkable journey. Her story is full of personal risk, professional[…]
In this heartfelt episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast, co-hosts Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa sit down with Kristi Levig, a rising franchise leader in the Waxing the City system. Kristi’s story is one of transformation, trust, and tenacity—and serves as a powerful reminder of how the right mix of mentorship, mindset, and heart can[…]
In this powerful episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast, Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa sit down with Loana Perez, founder and CEO of TeaCupFuls, a creative boba tea franchise making waves with its bold vision and deeply personal origins. Loana’s journey is far from conventional. Once a high school dropout and teenage runaway, she faced[…]
In this episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast, Rebecca Monet sits down with Carrie Waltman, owner of America’s Swimming Pool Company (ASP) in Knoxville, Tennessee. Carrie is part straight-shooting entrepreneur, part nurturing mama bear, and all heart. Her journey into franchising wasn’t planned—but it’s been nothing short of remarkable. From raising three children as a[…]
How a Passion for Health and Service Turned Into a Thriving Franchise What if a childhood spent in the Amazon region of Brazil, surrounded by nature, family, and strong values, could shape a business destined for greatness? That’s the story of Marcieli Pastorio, CEO and founder of Maha Juice Bar, a thriving lifestyle brand that’s[…]
What happens when passion, purpose, and business ownership come together? You get something truly special—like the Starz Program, founded by Sophia Wastler. In the latest episode of The Franchise Woman podcast, Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa sit down with Sophia to discuss her journey as an entrepreneur, her mission to enrich children’s lives through dance,[…]
Moving with Heart: How Danielle Wellings is Changing the Moving Experience Moving is one of life’s most stressful experiences, but what if there was a way to make it seamless, stress-free, and even comforting? That’s exactly what Danielle Wellings, CEO of ONESource Moving Solutions, is doing. In this episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast, hosts[…]
For years, Krystal Greenhaw excelled in healthcare IT. She led teams, solved problems, and built a career that many would consider successful. But after the pandemic shifted her work environment, she began to feel disconnected, unfulfilled, and exhausted. Her turning point? A heartbreaking moment when her 5-year-old son drew a picture of her constantly working[…]
Starting a business is no small feat—especially in a male-dominated industry. But for Brooke Yobo and Lindsay Keyser, the challenge was worth it. On the latest episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast, hosts Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa dive into the incredible journey of these two sisters, who transitioned from corporate America to launching DRYmedic,[…]