Franchising 101

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 290 - What if a maxed-out credit card and a $2,200 tuition bill were the spark that launched a national franchise? In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter sits down with Nick Lopez, Sr., founder of LIME Painting, to unpack the journey from a scrappy college side hu...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 289 - Buying an existing business sounds like a shortcut to success … but is it really? In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast , Tim Parmeter breaks down the realities of buying a resale business, especially within franchising. While resale opportunities can...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 288 - What if you could invest in a business that transforms young athletes while also building a scalable, data-driven franchise? In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter sits down with Charlie Graves, CEO of Athletic Republic, to unpack a truly unique concept in t...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 287 - If you’re exploring franchise ownership, there’s one step in the process that cuts through the noise and gives you the real story: validation calls. In this episode of Franchising 101 , FranCoach founder and CEO Tim Parmeter breaks down why validation calls are one of...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 286 - In this episode of Franchising 101, FranCoach founder and CEO Tim Parmeter sits down with Jade Winter, founder and CEO of Studio Pilates International, to explore the journey from Olympic swimmer to international franchise leader. Jade shares how his experience compet...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 285 - If you’ve ever wondered what a franchise actually is and whether it could be the right path for you, this episode is where to start. In this episode of Franchising 101 , Tim Parmeter takes it back to the fundamentals, breaking down exactly what a franchise is, how fra...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 284 - When it comes to franchise brands that have built a strong national presence, Sport Clips stands out as one of the most recognizable names in the haircare industry. In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter sits down with Brent Greenwood to discuss the story be...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 283 - Wellness isn’t just a trend. It’s becoming a long-term consumer priority. In this episode of Franchising 101 , Tim Parmeter sits down with Tony Zaccario of Stretch Zone to explore how assisted stretching has grown from a niche concept into a rapidly expanding franchis...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 282 - Some franchise opportunities solve problems you didn’t even know existed. In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter, Founder and CEO of FranCoach,  talks with LaVonna Williams of Neighborly about Dryer Vent Wizard, a specialized home-service franchise focused o...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 281 - In this episode of Franchising 101 , Tim Parmeter sits down with Liftology founder, Dave Pazgan, to explore a franchise concept that’s redefining what accessibility and specialization can look like in a fast-growing service niche. The conversation explores how Dave id...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 280 - What really determines franchise success? In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, sits down with Edith Wiseman, President of FRANdata, to unpack the data driving the franchise industry. FRANdata maintains comprehensi...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 279 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, speaks with Eric Martin, Vice President of Franchise Development for Happinest Brands. Listen in as they discuss the benefits of being a part of a supportive franchise communit...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 278 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, welcomes Brian Woods, Group Vice President of Franchise Development at Neighborly Brands. They discuss the unique advantages of franchise ownership and the opportunity it provi...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 277 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, discusses the critical role of marketing in franchising with expert guest Liane Caruso, founder of Hello CMO. They cover various aspects of marketing for franchise owners, incl...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 276 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, welcomes Jason Feifer, Editor-in-Chief of Entrepreneur Magazine, for their fifth annual discussion on Entrepreneur’s yearly Franchise 500 ranking. Jason explains the meticulous...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 275 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, sits down with Danielle Wright to share their visions and goals for 2026. Together, they dive into why consistency and positivity are key drivers of success in franchise o...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 274 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, kicks off 2026 with an insightful and humorous take on the top 10 reasons you should NOT buy a franchise this year. Drawing from personal experiences and industry insights...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 273 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, explains in detail the discovery process for potential franchise owners and what happens on the franchisor’s side of things. Tim highlights the intricacies of franchise ve...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 272 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, interviews Chip Baranowski, Director of Franchise Development for Green Home Solutions. They discuss the unique franchise opportunities and services offered by Green Home...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 271 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, welcomes R. Scott Sutton, the Chief Development Officer at Empower Brands. The discussion dives into the nuances of comparing the challenges of traditional employment vers...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 270 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, cuts through the hype around semi-absentee franchise ownership. Tim breaks down what the model really requires, why it so often falls short of expectations, and the hidden...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 269 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach,  welcomes back Chad Ackerman, a franchise owner and real estate investor. Chad discusses his journey from being a W-2 employee in HR to becoming a successful franchise...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 268 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, speaks with Carlie Wilmes, managing partner and co-founder of Reimagine CRE, a company specializing in helping franchisees secure commercial real estate. Listen in as C...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 267 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, interviews Charles Bonfiglio, founder and CEO of Tint World. Charles shares his journey from a love for cars to building a multi-million dollar franchise empire. He dis...

⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/   🎙️ Episode 266 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, interviews Craig Moody, founder and president of Shoot 360. Craig shares his unique journey from a high school and college basketball coach to a franchisor. He discusse...