Franchise Marketing Radio: AI Edition

Jason Markowicz is an entrepreneur passionate about fitness, franchising, and real estate. As the CEO of Fitness Premier 24/7 Clubs, he has successfully scaled a fitness brand into a thriving regional powerhouse in the Midwest, now focusing on nationwide expansion through strategic franchise partnerships. Jason is also the Founder of PTS Capital Partners, an investment […] The post Jason Markowicz...

Terri Harof has over 30 years of senior level expertise in sales & marketing and business development. She has worked with local, regional, and national businesses as well as global brands and has extensive franchise experience in the restaurant and health club sector. As Director of Franchise Development Chief Brand Believer, her responsibilities include comprehensive management of the […] Th...

Tiffany Hamlin is the VP of Fitness Operations & Strategic Development at World Gym, bringing over 18 years of expertise to the role. Her passion for "Changing Lives Through Fitness" has driven her success in business operations, program development, and strategic vendor relationships. Tiffany co-created STUDIOX and its specialized formats, including INCINER8 BOX and INCINER8 […] The post Tiff...

Matt Kelton is a seasoned franchise executive with a rich legacy spanning 25 years. As a third-generation franchise leader, Matt brings a profound understanding of the industry, rooted in his family heritage. His career began as a successful multi-unit franchisee, igniting his passion for helping individuals achieve their dreams of business ownership and creating lasting […] The post Matt Kelton w...

Homefront Brands is led by Chairman and CEO Jeff Dudan. Dudan has more than 30 years of experience founding, building, operating and exiting national franchise brands. He founded the restoration and environmental services franchise AdvantaClean in 1994 and grew it to 240 locations in 37 states before exiting in 2019. He is currently also the […] The post Jeff Dudan with Homefront Brands appeared f...

Casey Ridley is a seasoned entrepreneur and Founder and President of The Designery, a thriving venture at the forefront of the home services industry. With extensive entrepreneurial experience, Casey has firmly established himself as a dynamic and results-driven business leader. Casey graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management and a Concentration in Supply […]

Todd Bingham is President of Top Rail Fence, part of Homefront Brands. Todd has 18 years experience in the franchise industry with lengthy stints in the franchise consulting business as well as growing established and emerging franchisors. Connect with Todd on LinkedIn.

David Blue is a dual brand president at Homefront Brands, a leading company that owns and operates multiple franchise brands in the home services industry. He oversees the strategic direction, marketing, and operations of Homefront Brands, a portfolio of five franchise concepts that provide various solutions for homeowners, such as exterior home cleaning, yard and […]

Nora Farhat is a CEO, entrepreneur, and seasoned business owner with a proven track-record of founding, managing and selling five multimillion-dollar companies. She's an international operations and strategy expert with 20+ years of experience in managing budgets exceeding $500M and implementing strategic leadership initiatives across healthcare, automotive, and service industries, both in America...

Welcome to Franchise Marketing Radio, where we explore the exciting world of franchise business models and bring you stories of success, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit. I'm your host, Rob Gandley, and today, we have a special episode featuring two prominent leaders from Pet Wants, a company dedicated to enhancing the health and wellness of pets […] The post DeNita Carani and Jessica Riedy...

Ana Malmqvist is the Chief Marketing Officer at Front Burner Brands which includes Melting Pot Fondue Restaurant, where she leads innovative marketing strategies to drive brand growth and engagement. With a distinguished career spanning over 20 years, Ana has held pivotal roles at Bloomin' Brands, Outback Steakhouse, and Carrabba's Italian Grill, where she spearheaded comprehensive […] The post An...

Welcome to another episode of Franchise Marketing Radio, where we bring you the latest insights and stories from the world of franchising. Today, we have a special episode in honor of National Waste & Recycling Workers Week. We're delighted to have two distinguished guests from the redbox+ Dumpsters franchise. Joining us is Jessica Bisher, the […] The post Sean Foley and Jessica Bisher with re...

Ryan Sawchuk is the Founder of ReUp Living, a next-generation real estate solutions company. With a background in both entrepreneurship and venture capital, Ryan brings a wealth of experience in sales, business development, and strategic planning to his role. He has previously held senior positions such as Head of North American Sales at TradeRev, and […] The post Ryan Sawchuk of ReUp appeared fir...

After a successful career as a top performer in the scientific world, Paulo Gouveia decided it was time to take control of his future. Now he's using his experience, scientific knowledge, and expertise in operations management as both President of PureRenew Plus and Owner of Filta. His passion for sustainability perfectly fits the mission of […] The post Paulo Gouveia and Rob Totten with Filta Env...

FSC Franchise Co. is more than a restaurant company with multiple brands in its portfolio. We are a company that understands people and each neighborhood we serve. In total, our brands span the country covering a total of 25 states with more than 280 locations. Look at our portfolio and you'll see the kind of […] The post Scott SirLouis with FSC Franchise Co appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Frank Ponce is the executive director of operations for Uni K Wax and an owner of three franchises himself. Prior to his involvement with Uni K Wax, Frank served as a Regional Sales Director for Radio Shack, among other ventures that leveraged his experience in sales and operations. Connect with Frank on LinkedIn. The post Frank Ponce with Uni K Wax appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

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 […] The post Linda Suter w...

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 […] The post Footprints Floors Founder...

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 […] The post Bill...

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 […] The post Wade Brannon...

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 […] The post Franchise Marketing Radio Welcomes back Frank Sa...

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, Prog...

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 […] The post Erik Ivey with Voodoo Franchise Group appeared first o...

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 […] The post Colette Bell wit...

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 […] The post Tim Conn with Image One appeared first on Business RadioX ®.