Franchise Sisters - Franchise Business Radio

What if small and mid-sized businesses could use AI without wasting money on the wrong tools? In this episode, Pam Currie and Shari Currie Skjoldager welcome Ken Boyce, co-founder and vice president of Franchise Development for Human Advisor AI, to discuss the AI consulting franchise model. Ken shares how Human Advisor AI helps businesses identify gaps, use AI to increase revenue or decrease expen...

What if you could get into the coffee business without opening a storefront? In this episode, Pam Currie and Shari Currie Skjoldager welcome Anthony Spagnola, Chief Development Officer with Oakscale, franchise development leader for Break Coffee, and a Break Coffee franchisee himself in New Jersey, to discuss the office coffee franchise model. Anthony shares how Break Coffee provides bean-to-cup c...

Most entrepreneurs think of food, fitness, or cleaning when exploring franchise ownership — but one high-margin category often gets overlooked: window treatments. In this episode of Franchise Sisters Business Radio, Pam Currie and Shari Currie Skjoldager sit down with Brayden Stefka of Five Star Franchising to discuss Gotcha Covered, a window treatment franchise business opportunity built around c...

Is a plumbing franchise the right path to business ownership—or are most new owners making costly mistakes? In this episode of Franchise Business Radio, Shari Currie Skjoldager sits down with Zach Munroe of Blue Frog Plumbing & Drain to break down what it really takes to succeed in the home services industry. From understanding the business model to hiring skilled plumbers and building a stron...

What does it take to turn a hands-on job into a nationwide franchise brand? In this episode, Joshua Malik (Founder) and Dylan DeGroat (Director of Operations) of Joshua Tree Experts share how they built a fast-growing service business—from tree care to a multi-service franchise model focused on recurring revenue and long-term growth. You’ll learn: • How to grow a service business from the ground u...

What does it take to turn a hands-on job into a nationwide franchise brand? Most people stay stuck doing the work. These guys built a system that grows without them. In this episode, Joshua Malik (Founder) and Dylan DeGroat (Director of Operations) of Joshua Tree Experts break down how they scaled from tree care services into a multi-service franchise model focused on recurring revenue and long-te...

Thinking about buying a franchise but unsure how to fund it? In this episode of the Franchise Sisters Franchise Business Radio Show, host Pam Currie talks with financial expert Wendy Skemer of Benetrends Financial about the smartest franchise funding strategies entrepreneurs use to start a business. Learn how SBA loans, retirement rollovers (ROBS), home equity, and combination funding strategies c...

Thinking about buying a business but unsure which path to take? Should you buy an existing business, invest in a franchise, or start a business from scratch? In this episode of Franchise Sisters, Pam Currie and Shari Currie Skjoldager break down the smartest paths to business ownership and what aspiring entrepreneurs need to know before investing. They discuss the realities of buying an existing b...

What if the next big opportunity in health and wellness franchising isn’t fitness… but mobility? In this episode of the Franchise Sisters Franchise Business Radio Show, host Pam Currie sits down with Rob and Melissa Goldring, co-founders of Vital Stretch, along with Torin Otis, Director of Franchise Development, to break down how their proprietary stretching method evolved from a clinical rehab se...

Thinking about buying a franchise? Before you sign anything, you need to understand what’s really inside the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). In this episode of Franchise Sisters Franchise Business Radio, Shari Currie Skjoldager sits down with franchise attorney Kit Higgs, founder of Kit Franchise Law, to break down the legal realities every aspiring franchise owner must know. If you're in the...

Thinking about buying a franchise but not sure what you’re really getting into? In this episode, the **Franchise Sisters—Pam Currie and Shari Currie Skjoldager—**walk you through the fundamentals of franchising: what it is, how it works, and what most buyers miss before they invest. You’ll learn what to look for in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), how franchise fees work (royalties, market...

In this episode of Franchise Business Radio, hosted by Pam Currie and Shari Currie Skjoldager, the Franchise Sisters explore the heart and business behind Homewatch CareGivers, one of the nation’s fastest-growing home care franchises. Guests Samantha Wallace, Franchise Development Manager, and Nick Argos, Franchise Owner of Homewatch CareGivers of Glendora (Los Angeles County), share how the brand...

ShowCar is positioning themselves to be one of the fastest-growing automotive franchise brands in the country—offering high-end detailing, ceramic coatings, window tint, vinyl wraps, and paint protection film. In this episode, Founder Sebastian Wolfgram and Lead Trainer Spencer Hess join hosts Pam Currie and Shari Currie Skjoldager to reveal how franchisees can launch fast, scale smart, and build...

On this episode of Franchise Business Radio, hosts Pam Currie and Shari Currie Skjoldager sit down with Tony Wind, Director of Franchise Development at Anytime Fitness, to unpack how the world’s largest gym franchise scaled to 5,600+ locations across 43 countries (all seven continents!). Discover how the 24/7 access model, advanced security, and lean staffing create operational efficiency—and why...

What happens when passion, purpose, and profit intersect? 💡 In this episode, Franchise Business Radio hosts Pam Curry and Shari Currie Skjoldager sit down with Nichole Daher, the inspiring founder of Success on the Spectrum (SOS) — the first autism treatment franchise in the United States. Nichole shares her journey from autism mom to industry disruptor, revealing how SOS has grown to 75+ locatio...

Tom Ryan, Chief Development Officer of Homefront Brands, and Mike Aiello, Director of Franchise Development, share how Top Rail Fence is disrupting the fencing industry. From low-overhead startup costs to strong marketing support and centralized call centers, discover why franchisees are scaling fast with this high-demand home service model. Perfect for entrepreneurs seeking a proven path in franc...

Discover how Busy Bee Jumpers grew from a backyard bounce house rental into a $7M party rental franchise with Sal Longo, founder and franchise owner. What started with simple inflatable deliveries has scaled into New England’s #1 event rental company — and now a nationwide franchise opportunity. In this episode, Sal reveals the blueprint behind his success: How to simplify operations and double pr...

Discover how franchising can unlock financial freedom with Pat Hyland, Certified Franchise Executive and author of Stop Chasing Two Rabbits. With over 30 years of experience as both a franchise executive and multi-unit owner, Pat reveals how to evaluate if business ownership is right for you — and why franchising is one of the most effective ways to build long-term wealth. In this inspiring episod...

Discover how Kyle Chiasson, President of Best Option Restoration (BOR), turned a single franchise location into a thriving network of 70+ territories. In this episode of Franchise Business Radio, hosted by the Franchise Sisters, Kyle shares: The low-overhead, high-profit business model behind BOR. How Thermal Technology gives their franchisees a competitive edge. Why activity—not perfection—drives...

Discover how Sean Fitzgerald, President of TruBlue Home Service Ally, is transforming franchising by helping seniors age in place safely while creating scalable business opportunities for entrepreneurs. With over 25 years of franchise leadership, Sean shares powerful insights into why home services are booming, how subscription-based handyman models are changing the game, and why franchising offer...

What if a garage floor could launch your next big business?  In this episode of Franchise Business Radio, we sit down with Jessa Patricevic, Director of Franchise Development at Garage Force, to explore how this innovative, family-founded franchise is disrupting the home services industry.

Ready to dive into one of the fastest-growing home service franchises in America? 💦 In this episode of Franchise Business Radio, we sit down with Roger Ewart, Franchise Development Manager at America’s Swimming Pool Company (ASP) and industry powerhouse with global operations experience spanning 800+ units worldwide. If you’ve ever considered franchising—or wondered how to turn a backyard pool bu...

How do you turn a foot health innovation into a thriving franchise brand with loyal customers and strong profit margins? In this episode of Franchise Business Radio , hosts Pam Curry and Sherry Curry Skold sit down with John Prothro, CEO of Foot Solutions, to uncover how the brand blends retail and medical expertise to help people live healthier lives — while creating a lucrative franchise opportu...

In this episode of Franchise Business Radio, Chris Hincker, VP of Development at FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers, reveals how this fast-growing health and wellness brand has scaled to over 500 clinics nationwide—without requiring franchisees to be medical professionals. Whether you’re looking to build a meaningful business, transition out of corporate life, or invest in a booming healthcare...

In this episode of Franchise Business Radio, Thomas Ewing, Franchise Development Manager at Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, reveals how this home service franchise checks every box for business-minded entrepreneurs — even if you have zero plumbing experience. Discover why more professionals are leaving corporate America to build scalable, recession-resistant businesses in the trades. Thomas breaks dow...