Welcome Aboard: Sea Love Sea Love Candle Company is a coastal-inspired brand that brings the serene and refreshing essence of the ocean into homes through its hand-poured, artisan candles. Founded by a team of passionate individuals who share a deep love for the sea and its calming effects, Sea Love Candle was born from the[…]
Two Life Themes Intertwine to Build Avanti Body Franchise. Terri Simpson, Founder and CEO at Avanti Body, and Andrea Dobkin, President of Franchise Development, join us today on The Franchise Woman podcast. Terri talks about her life theme of paradigm shifts. She thought she wanted to be a DJ … until she did it. Her[…]
Welcome Aboard: Wise Coatings Wise Coatings originated from a desire to revolutionize the flooring and coatings industry by offering superior products and services that combine durability, aesthetics, and innovation. The founders recognized a gap in the market for high-quality, long-lasting floor coatings that could withstand the demands of both residential and commercial spaces. Driven by[…]
Diana Simmons, co-founder of Simply Cabinetry, joins us today on The Franchise Woman podcast. Her biggest pet peeve is when someone says: they don’t know something. As a child she was a bit reserved and awkward. In high school she was 6’3” tall. Her time was spent listening to and observing others and playing basketball.[…]
Welcome Aboard: Candy Cloud Candy Cloud’s specialty drinks originated from a simple yet enchanting idea: to create beverages that capture the magic and nostalgia of childhood sweets while offering a unique and delightful experience for all ages. The concept was born out of a love for vibrant flavors and the joy of indulging in sweet[…]
More. Alesia Visconti joins us on this episode of The Franchise Woman podcast. She talks about the ‘more’. Why money should never be our sole motivator. There must be more and for Alesia it is to advocate, edify, and empower others. Raised by an abusive and alcoholic mother, Alesia made a conscious decision that her[…]
Welcome Aboard: Zoom Drain Zoom Drain is a specialized plumbing franchise focused on providing expert drain and sewer services. Founded in 2006 by Jim and Ellen Criniti in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the company was created to address the need for a dedicated service provider in the niche market of drain and sewer maintenance. Zoom Drain distinguishes[…]
Angela Olea is a true pioneer in the elder care space having founded Assisted Living Locators more than 20 years ago. Her daughter Angelica was often in tow as she worked with elders and their families. As the franchise system grew the franchisees became part of Angelica’s family. Angela suggests franchising is in Angelica’s DNA. […]
Welcome Aboard: Performance Painting Performance Painting Contractors is a reputable painting company based in Jacksonville, Florida, known for its commitment to high-quality workmanship and exceptional customer service. Founded in 2001 by Jason Parker, the company started as a small business focused on residential painting. Over the years, it has expanded its services to include commercial[…]
Meet Alison (Ali) McElroy Ali McElroy is a recognized franchise industry leader with demonstrated success over nearly two decades in franchise and international businesses that span more than two dozen brands, over thirty countries, and thousands of franchised units. Ali is the founder and CEO of Kaleidoscope Growth Advisors LLC, a woman-owned, full-service franchise advisory[…]
What an interesting team they make. Meet Casey Cooley, Director of Franchise Development of Real Estate at Jeremiah’s Italian Ice and President of Pivotal Growth Partners, and Michael Keller, president and CEO of Jeremiah’s Italian Ice. Casey is naturally geared to think in terms of effectiveness. His background working with emerging brands taught him the[…]
Welcome Aboard: TCBY TCBY, which stands for The Country’s Best Yogurt, was founded in 1981 by Frank D. Hickingbotham in Little Rock, Arkansas. The concept was revolutionary at the time, as frozen yogurt was relatively unknown in the mainstream market. Frank saw an opportunity to offer a healthier alternative to traditional ice cream, capitalizing on[…]