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Brian Miller is a seasoned CEO, COO, Franchise Executive and Business Consultant. He is currently the Chief Executive Officer of Patrice Franchising, LLC, a nationwide Recruiting Firm specializing in Hospitality, Retail and Executive Search. Brian has also provided consulting services to some of the nation’s top franchise brands. Brian is a trusted adviser to many […]

Michael Slupecki joined Griswold Home Care in 2020 as its Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for leading the development, operations, and execution of Griswold’s short and long-term strategies. His career in home care began in 2004 when he joined a domestic franchise home healthcare, home hospice, and healthcare staffing company as their Controller. Over […]

In the Director of Franchise Development role, Nick Ridgway leads the franchise sales, marketing, and compliance functions within the organization. He has been with PIRTEK USA for five years and during that time, he and his team have significantly contributed to the substantial growth that PIRTEK USA has achieved . This growth included achieving the […]

Rich with franchising, real estate, marketing and technology experience, Jason Anderson leads the Vast Coworking Group. Jason oversees all aspects of the growth and development of this dynamic business after serving in other leadership roles at United Franchise Group including President of Accurate Franchising and Chief Technology Officer. Jason also has strong real estate management […]

Betsy Feaster served in the Air Force for over a decade before climbing the corporate ladder at ExxonMobil, exiting as a senior executive. When she left this role, she opened a Dog Training Elite business in Louisiana. Shortly after this, the former CEO chose to sell their ownership of the franchise to the Feasters. As […]

Voodoo Brewing Co. was founded in 2005 in Meadville, PA, with our first taproom opening in 2012. Since that time, our brand has seen explosive growth. After opening a second taproom in Homestead, PA (outside of Pittsburgh) in 2015, followed by another taproom in Erie, PA in 2016, we recognized the need to produce our […]

Angela Paules joined Buzz Franchise Brands in July 2012 and currently serves as Chief Marketing Officer for the company.  Prior to her entry into the franchise industry, Angela worked as Marketing Manager for The University of Texas at Austin’s top-ranked McCombs School of Business. Before joining the McCombs School she worked in media planning for […]

Amyn Bandali is the CEO of Ivy Kids Early Learning Center, a leading institution committed to providing a holistic educational experience for children. Under his leadership, Ivy Kids emphasizes safety, innovative curriculum, and good nutrition. Amyn is dedicated to creating a “home away from home” where children can grow to their fullest potential in a […]

Bill McPherson is the vice president of franchise development for PostNet, a global leader in high-quality printing and shipping solutions, and AlphaGraphics, a leading franchisor of printing and marketing solutions. With over 29 years of franchise leadership, he has led franchise development and real estate for B2B, B2C, retail, and in-home senior care concepts. Connect […]

Julie Canseco is the Chief Dietitian Officer & Co-Founder of Main Squeeze Juice Co., a fast casual juice and smoothie bar franchise based out of New Orleans, Louisiana. As sister of founder Thomas Nieto, Julie saw firsthand how the brand was built to make healthy food more accessible around the country. The team at Main […]

Keith Wachter is a Franchise Development Specialist with iTrip. He worked with his family iTrip franchise in Orlando, Florida for 5 years before joining the iTrip corporate team earlier this year. His success in growing a vacation rental franchise combined with hard-earned business acumen provides a unique perspective to franchise buyers to confidently explore the […]

Glenn Leingang cut his teeth in franchising by first becoming a franchisee of a popular restaurant franchisor. He had no experience in the restaurant industry and simply followed the system that he purchased. After selling his franchise, he became enamored with the franchise industry as a whole. Glenn believed that if a franchisor could teach […]

Bob and Michelle Fish are Co-Founders of One BIGG Island in Space. Together they are on a journey to discover and unite them with the lands and the people that make this unbelievably great and natural product that they all love. Bob Fish has been in the coffee business as a franchisor of coffee shops […]

Michael Wagner was born in California but grew up a military brat who lived in many spots and traveled around the world. Michael graduated from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with degrees in Economics and Spanish. Prior to Pool Scouts he worked as the Corporate Sales Officer for Chartway Federal Credit Union. Before […]

Founder and CEO, Frank Samson launched Senior Care Authority® in 2009 with our first location in Sonoma County, California. Previously, Frank built a concierge travel-based franchise into a premier global brand with over 75 franchise owners. With his 20 years of expertise in the franchise industry and a passion to help families and their aging […]

French-trained chef Grégoire Jacquet had a vision of a local restaurant offering quality fine dining-style food with the convenience of a quick carry-out experience. In 2002, Grégoire opened its doors as the first fine-fast-casual restaurant concept that serves gourmet sandwich and salad dishes, its famous potato puffs and scratch daily fresh-made french fries, all served […]

Adam Povlitz is the CEO & President of Anago Cleaning Systems, an international franchised commercial cleaning brand headquartered in South Florida. He joined Anago in September 2009 and served as President since April 2015. He was appointed CEO in May 2018. In January 2010, he was Director of Human Resources / Franchise Development, and in […]

Michael Moorhouse is President of Mosquito Shield, America’s trusted provider of effective residential mosquito and tick control service and one of the fastest-growing franchises in the United States. With a proven track record in sales, marketing and business development, he was instrumental in transforming Mosquito Shield from an innovative local service provider to the leading […]

United Water Restoration Group (UWRG) was originally established in 2008, and franchise owners have made a remarkable impact in their communities since the company began franchising in 2015. Not only do our restoration franchises help in the event of a natural disaster, such as repairing damages from water, fire, smoke or mold, but they can […]

Scott Moffitt, CEO of Sunny Street Cafe, has had a life-long passion for the restaurant business, racking up experience in management training programs, franchisee profitability, franchise operations, and senior development roles for many nationally and internally recognized brands such as: Mrs. Fields Cookies, Great American Cookies, Pretzel Time, PretzelMaker, TCBY, La Salsa Fresh Mexican, Carl...

As the Chief Growth Officer, Andrew Mengason focuses on franchise development and overall growth of the Five Star brands. He comes to Five Star Franchising with two-and-a-half decades of experience in franchising and acquisition of brands, most notably in the restoration and home service industries. He began his career with a small textile restoration firm, […]

Brave Williams, a recording artist and established actress, signed a multi unit deal with Workout Anytime. Williams’ music career saw her touring with Beyonce and partnering with both Columbia and Jive Records while she’s been on BET, WH1, and Netflix. However, Williams always had a passion for fitness and helping others. Williams began feeding her […]

Fresh, flavorful, Fast and Friendly…All day and every day. Now that’s a mission statement that we can get behind. Bango Bowls, a quick serve concept that was founded in 2017 by four long life friends have started to see their constant menu innovation start to pay dividends. CEO and co-founder, Ryan Thorman left his career […]

Mantra Fitness is a premium Pilates studio known for its innovative workouts, focus on mental well-being, and commitment to community. Each studio features a selection of 50-minute workout classes that focus on core, cardio, strength training, balance, flexibility, and positive mental health. Mantra Fitness offers an empowering, transformative form of Pilates that has quickly become […]

Chris Allison, CMO of Slim Chickens, has served in the restaurant marketing and advertising field for his entire career. Prior to joining Slim Chickens, Allison founded and served as CEO of The Allison Agency, a full-service retail advertising and marketing company from 1996 to 2011. The firm specialized in regional and national clients in the […]