Franchise Canada Chats

In this episode, we talk to EverLine Coatings and Services president John Evans and franchisee Simon Jawanda from Winnipeg, Manitoba. EverLine Coatings and Services provides pavement marking and parking lot maintenance services. Here, John and Simon share: - How the brand has achieved franchise growth even during the challenges introduced by the COVID-19 pandemic - How Simon keeps motivated as a t...

In this episode, we talk to WP Creations franchisor Jamie Berube and franchisee Rachel Seabrook from Airdrie, Alberta. WP Creations is a work from home franchise concept that allows women and moms to gain work-life balance while helping customers create life casting keepsakes of their children. Here, Jamie and Rachel share: • How COVID-19 changed Rachel’s training and entire business start up as s...

In this episode, we talk to Nina Choma, a Molly Maid franchisee who owns a location in North Mississauga, Ontario. Molly Maid is a Canadian maid service company that’s been cleaning homes since 1979, and Nina has been a franchisee with the brand for 17 years. Nina says she was attracted to franchising for the generous support that comes from the business model. Plus, she keeps motivated and inspir...

In this episode, we feature Greg Nathan, a registered psychologist and founder of Franchise Relationships Institute. He explores how franchisors can maintain their franchisees’ confidence as they work together to battle the challenges and changes of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here, Greg shares his expertise as a leading global expert on the psychology of the franchise relationship to explore a variety...

In this episode, we feature Catherine Monson, CEO & president of FASTSIGNS International. She explores how franchises across the country have been put to the test throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Here, Catherine shares: - How to confront crisis as an opportunity for change, to refocus, and to capitalize on what’s coming in the future - Franchising best practices - How being an inspirational and e...

In this episode, we feature Demetre Eliopoulos, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Public Affairs at Angus Reid Group. He shares advice as a public opinion expert about how Canadians have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, and how they’ve changed their lives and the ways they would like to be communicated with. Here, Demetre shares: - How Canadians’ jobs and finances have been imp...

This episode features keynote speaker and author, Todd Cohen, who shares how to crush the negative stereotype of sales in order to cultivate a team that is dedicated to the process of getting a customer to say “yes!” Here, Todd shares: - How every interaction with a customer is a selling moment - How to empower your staff to embrace their unique talents - How to redefine our culture and go beyond...

In this episode, we talk to Angela Coté, an international Franchise Growth Catalyst with both franchisor and franchisee experience who uses her knowledge to help growing companies get their start as they join the franchising community. Having grown up the daughter of M&M Food Market’s founder, Angela joined the franchising industry at just 18-years-old and has developed an abundance of wisdom in h...

In this episode, we talk to Robert Bruski, CFO of Ctrl V, a virtual reality arcade franchise. Robert teamed up with his long-time friend and CEO, Ryan Brooks, and Ryan’s cousin and COO, James Elligson, to come up with a compelling and unique way of incorporating technology and virtual reality into their everyday lives. Since their launch in 2016, Robert and his team have expanded Ctrl V to over a...

In this episode, we talk to Jamie Berube, president and CEO of WP Creations, who joined the head office team in 2013 and eventually became sole franchisor after their founder retired. Originally called the Wee Piggies foundation, Jamie used her experience in sales and training to build her team of home-based franchisees by offering extensive training and an ongoing support system. Now, WP Creation...

In this episode, we talk to Dawn Mucci, CEO and founder of Lice Squad.com, the leading head lice removal franchise system with a mission to stop the stigma around head lice. Dawn founded Lice Squad.com in 2001 after she discovered head lice on her son and found that she had very few options to get rid of the pesky problem. Since then, the franchise has expanded to 36 franchise and corporate locati...

In this episode, we talk to Rosemarie Reid-Julien, a Beyond the Classroom franchisee who owns a location in North Brampton. Beyond the Classroom has been in business since 1998 and there are currently a dozen locations around Ontario. They offer online and in-home tutoring for students in grades JK to 12 for subjects including math, English, reading, writing, and French. Rosemarie recently celebra...

In this episode, we talk to CEO Brian Bazely and franchisee Rahul Kumar of Driverseat, a transportation franchise that offers two-fold services as a chauffeur and shuttle provider. Brian and his brother Luke Bazely co-founded Driverseat in 2012, with the goal of doing something good for the community. Driverseat is in over 400 communities in Alberta, Manitoba, and Ontario, with one location in the...

In this episode, we feature keynote speaker and author Todd Cohen, who shares strategies for Staying Present and Profitable Working Virtually. Virtual work is the temporary new normal as a result of COVID-19, and it’s created new challenges for many businesses when it comes to reaching their clients. In this episode we disscuss: - Todd's thoughtful ideas for how to stay present and profitable in t...

In this episode, we feature Erik Therwanger, founder of Think GREAT. Erik draws from his experiences as a U.S. Marine, executive business leader, sales professional, and entrepreneur to help organizations achieve new levels of success. In this episode we discuss: - the leadership strategies and techniques necessary to inspire, motivate, and influence teams and co-workers during this difficult time...

In this episode, we talk to multi-unit Subway Canada franchisee Kelly-Anne Pelley, who operates six Subway restaurant locations in Newfoundland & Labrador and 10 more in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia with her husband and daughter. Kelly-Anne was recently named the Best Franchisee of Canada Gold winner, and travelled to Florence, Italy this past winter for the Best Franchisee of the World global competi...

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Josh Robinson is the Vice President of Licensing & Development at Pearle Vision. Pearle Vision was founded in 1961 by Dr. Stanley Pearle, who began the concept of one-stop, total eye care with the opening of the Pearle Vision Center in Savannah, GA. Pearle Vision now has more than 500 EyeCare Centers located throughout North America. In this episode we discuss: -Josh’s past experience as a franchi...

Kim Chapman is an Oxford Learning franchisee. With over 35 years as a proven franchise system, Oxford Learning is best known for helping children succeed in their academics. In this episode we discuss: - What is a typical day looks like for Kim - The best thing about Oxford Learning's support system - What Kim enjoys most about running her own business - and so much more!

David Buckler is a MaidPro franchisee. MaidPro is a business that prides itself in providing the highest quality cleaning services for homeowners across North America. In this episode David discusses: - How his business has evolved since opening a decade ago - MaidPro’s recruitment process - What he wasn't prepared for when he first opened his business - And so much more!

Cathy Thorpe is the President of Nurse Next Door, one of the nation's most successful senior care services brands. In this episode we discuss: - The challenges and opportunities of Nurse Next Door's global expansion - The benefits of franchising with Nurse Next Door - What Cathy was doing before she became President of Nurse Next Door - and so much more!

Mike Malleck is a long-time business owner of Clintar Commercial Outdoor Services. Clintar offers franchise opportunities across Canada and serves clients in a variety of key areas like Landscape Management and Landscape Enhancement. In this episode, we discuss: - The key phases of franchise ownership - What Mike has learned about running a business with nearly two decades of experience - The futu...

Tamara Leniew is a Beyond the Classroom franchisee. Beyond the Classroom is a tutoring organization focused on boosting confidence in the children they tutor. In this episode, we sit down with Tamara to discuss: - Why it's important to be passionate about the business? - Why it's important to take care of your mental health as an entrepreneur? - How to prepare for business ownership - and so much...