Franchise Marketing Radio

Linda Suter is Franchise Owner of Big Frog Custom T-shirts. Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More is a high-tech, light manufacturing retail garment decorating boutique. As a brand, we are fully immersed within our community by supporting other local businesses and through our many giving-back initiatives. Established in 2008 by co-founders Leeward Bean, Tina Bacon-DeFrece […]

Bryan Park grew up in south Denver. He attended the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO and served this country after graduation. Like most who serve, Bryan’s military experience strengthened his belief in, and commitment to, integrity, duty and leadership. When Bryan and wife Kelli settled in Littleton, Colorado they started a family…three rambunctious […]

Bill McPherson joined the AlphaGraphics leadership team in September 2018. Prior to AlphaGraphics, Bill served for six years as Executive Director of Development for FirstLight Home Care in Cincinnati, OH. Bill graduated with honors (Magna Cum Laude) with his Finance Degree from California State University, Northridge. After college, Bill was recruited by Baxter Healthcare where […]

Wade Brannon’s entrepreneurial endeavors began early on. He started, and later sold, his first enterprise shortly before receiving his BA in economics from Virginia’s Washington and Lee University. Brannon’s first experience with franchising grew into a remarkable success story. As Senior Vice President and Principal of Heavenly Ham, he helped propel the company from one […]

Frank M. Samson, CSA, is the founder of Senior Care Authority, author and creator of The Boomers Today syndicated Radio/Podcast Show. Prior to founding Senior Care Authority, he worked in franchise consulting and the travel industry for over three decades. He had built an organization with over 200 franchises which he later sold and the […]

Cathy Chavenet, Chief Marketing Officer with Paris Baguette North America,  is an accomplished professional, equipped with extensive experience in Marketing, Operations and Management. Proven record of success in formulating and implementing innovative strategies to achieve overall sales and goals. Areas of expertise include; Integrated Marketing, Strategic Planning, Data & Trend Analysis, Pro...

Erik Ivey is a seasoned operations strategist and the Chief Operating Officer of Voodoo Franchise Group, a role he embarked on in January 2024. At Voodoo, Erik is instrumental in driving the growth and success of Voodoo Breweries. With over two decades of experience in the franchise and food service industries, he leverages a deep […]

In 1998, Colette Bell, alongside her husband Andy Bell, founded Handyman Matters, a company they nurtured into a successful franchise model by 2001. Their entrepreneurial journey led to the acquisition of Handyman Matters by Ace Hardware in September 2019. Presently, Colette holds the position of Vice President in Franchise Development under the rebranded Ace Handyman […]

Tim Conn, the President and Founder of Image One, embarked on his entrepreneurial journey at the age of 14 when he established his first cleaning company to earn extra income as a teenager. By the time he graduated from high school, he had developed a small company with three employees and a roster of clients […]

Zak Omar, at 38, encapsulates a rich tapestry of experiences, from a Business Computer Information Systems BBA at Hofstra University to a robust career that includes Wall Street and IT global account executive roles. After a health challenge and inspired by his father, a successful Afghan entrepreneur, Zak pivoted to the franchise world, co-operating Dunkin’ […]

As family and community people, Michael and Terri Frantz bring their years of service-based work to Senior Care Authority ownership as Eldercare Consultants and Placement Specialists! Having met in college and married the week after graduation, Michael and Terri have been married forty-one years and have seven children, all homeschooled through high school. They are […]

Joining us from Fitness Premier are Samantha Gorman, a dynamic franchise owner who leaped into entrepreneurship fresh out of college, and Kathy Mecklenberg, who has risen through the ranks over two decades to co-own three locations and serve as Vice President of Finance and HR. They’re here to share their inspiring journeys, their challenges, and […]

Cynthia Perthuis, CDP, CADDCT, CSA is the owner of Senior Care Authority of New York and Southwest Florida. SCANYFL has helped close to 10,000 families with their care needs through placement services, eldercare consulting and advocacy. Cynthia worked with her parents for seven years to find the right care, both in-home and assisted living. The […]

David Leonardo, CEO at Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream, is a senior executive with a background in developing regional and multi-national brands through franchising. Extensive experience working with private equity groups, developers and multi-concept operators to help expand growth in the US and abroad. Strong entrepreneurial spirit with an appreciation for the structure that comes with […]

Jania Bailey joined FranNet in August 2006 as President and COO while the company was transitioning to new ownership. In 2015, Jania assumed the role of CEO of FranNet. Under her leadership, she’s led the company through unprecedented growth and has established FranNet as the most respected voice in the franchise consultant industry in North America. Bailey served […]

Frank M. Samson, CSA, is the founder of Senior Care Authority, author and creator of The Boomers Today syndicated Radio/Podcast Show. Prior to founding Senior Care Authority, he worked in franchise consulting and the travel industry for over three decades. He had built an organization with over 200 franchises which he later sold and the […]

Adam Long is the President of HomeTeam.  He has been with HomeTeam for over 15 years and has an extensive technology and marketing background. Adam is a results-oriented leader that implements the strategic vision for HomeTeam. He is committed to the growth of the company and focuses his efforts on developing new opportunities and strengthening […]

C2C Consulting opened in March of 2022. The goal is the help companies create, develop and sustain thru actions and behaviors the Culture of the Company. Thru open, honest and creative consulting the goal or target is to deliver 2% or better Cash thru great Culture. Bob Wiesler joined Dunkin Brands in March of 2014. […]

Jania Bailey joined FranNet in August 2006 as President and COO while the company was transitioning to new ownership. In 2015, Jania assumed the role of CEO of FranNet. Under her leadership, she’s led the company through unprecedented growth and has established FranNet as the most respected voice in the franchise consultant industry in North […]

Founded by Max Emma and Elena Emma, two entrepreneurial immigrants with in-depth experience in finance and accounting, BooXkeeping’s 20-plus-year journey is a testament to resilience, innovation and the power of human connection. Navigating both the complexities of professional business ownership and the personal challenges of their own divorce, the Emmas have prioritized empathy and communi...

Jodi Boyce is an accomplished consumer brand marketer with over 20 years of experience, demonstrating expertise in brand strategy, promotional calendars, consumer messaging, and fostering team growth. Her professional journey highlights key roles at Teriyaki Madness, Smashburger, The Integer Group, Elevation Advertising, and Camp Bow Wow. Connect with Jodi on LinkedIn.

Tony DiPietro has over two decades of experience in franchising! He has spent all of those years with BIGGBY COFFEE and helped grow the brand from 4 to over 375 coffee shops. Tony loves the broad range of experiences he has had within the organization, starting in 2001 with store operations, then as a Regional […]

Namrata Yocom- Jan has worked in the senior care industry for 14 years. She started her career in Corporate America, with General Electric. Within General Electric she held many roles and positions over a decade from being a Black Belt in Quality Assurance, to being an Internal Auditor for Company and finally being part of […]

Lisa Hudson has over thirty years of leadership and strategic management experience supporting business owners and delivering results. She has led companies such as The Growth Coach, Lysse New York, and Macy’s Department stores. Lisa first came to our organization as an owner of The Growth Coach of Carmel, where she built that into one […]

Aaron Cash started Garage Living in 2005 with two other founders and a truck. Now, as President of Garage Living Franchise Systems, he oversees 40+ franchise locations in Canada and the U.S. and over 150 team members driving more than 60 installation vehicles. This success story started shortly after Aaron graduated from Western University in […]