Big Sky Franchise Team | Tom DuFore

Franchise Your Business

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If you’ve been wondering how to franchise your business or how to take your franchise company to the next level then this podcast is for you. My name is Dr. Tom DuFore, CEO of Big Sky Franchise Team, and I’ve helping business leaders expand through franchising since 2003. I have personally advised more than 600 clients and thousands of small business owners and entrepreneurs on franchising. I have seen and learned a lot during that time, and I will be sharing tips and tidbits about franchising your business and building a successful, long lasting, franchise company. Our podcast is designed for...

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Big Sky Franchise Team | Tom DuFore

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Latest episode

May 26, 2026

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Episodes

10-Year Anniversary Thank You 26.05.2026

This is a 10-Year Anniversary thank you from our founder and CEO, Tom DuFore. Thank you for being a part of our story for the last 10-years. We look forward to what the future holds for the next 10-years. This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping entrepreneurs fran...

Franchise Sales Data and Franchise Marketing Data - May 2026 22.05.2026

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on May 22, 2026, starting at around 1 PM Eastern Time USA.    Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call Visit our website: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ Subscribe to our Multiply Your Suc...

Franchise Sales and Marketing Trends April 2026 27.04.2026

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on April 24th, 2026, starting at around 1 PM Eastern Time USA.    Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call Visit our website: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ Subscribe to our Multiply Your...

Beyond Training: Using Monthly Masterminds to Drive Franchisee Growth 20.04.2026

This week on the Franchise Your Business webinar series, we’re joined by Paul Masters, Founder of Perissos Leadership Coaching and Master Franchisee and CEO of Anago of Atlanta. Since acquiring Anago of Atlanta in 2017, Paul has driven consistent growth and earned Top 10 Performer recognition within the franchise system. As an executive coach, he works closely with franchise leaders to strengthen...

How to Stop Overeating as a Business Owner with Dr. Glenn Livingston 06.03.2026

This week on the Franchise Your Business webinar series, we are joined by Glenn Livingston, Ph. D., founder of Defeat Your Cravings, LLC, and former CEO of a multi-million-dollar consulting firm serving Fortune 500 clients. His work has been featured in major media outlets, including The New York Times, The LA Times, and on ABC and CBS Radio. In this session, Dr. Livingston shares insights from de...

How To Grow Your Franchise Without The Heavy Lifting With Dan Claps 27.02.2026

This week on the Franchise Your Business webinar series, we are joined by Dan Claps for a live session exploring a different path to franchising. Instead of taking the do-it-yourself route or hiring piecemeal support, Dan shares how his team invests capital and takes over the heavy lifting. They handle operations, franchise development, infrastructure, and long-term growth strategy — offering an i...

FDD Renewal Season Explained 20.02.2026

This week on the Franchise Your Business webinar series, we are joined by Meredith and Ken from EntrePartner Law Firm. Meredith founded EntrePartner to provide entrepreneurs with practical, actionable legal advice at predictable costs. She has guided franchise clients through critical growth stages, including serving as General Counsel for Anytime Fitness during its rapid domestic and internationa...

How To Sell Franchises When The Headlines Look Grim-January 2026 30.01.2026

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on January 30, 2026, starting at around 1:30 PM Eastern Time USA.    Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call Visit our website: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ Subscribe to our Multiply Y...

Franchise Smarter: Using AI To Systemize, Differentiate, And Grow With Teri Moten 19.01.2026

Teri R. Moten, MBA, CAIO, AI Consultant and Trainer, helps franchise-ready business owners and growing franchisors use AI to systemize operations, sharpen strategy, and fuel sustainable growth. In this conversation, you learn practical ways to leverage AI to draft and organize SOPs faster, strengthen operational consistency, conduct competitive and market analysis, and refine marketing messages th...

SBA Franchise Registry Deadline December 31, 2025 18.12.2025

We share an urgent update on the SBA franchise certification deadline and explain how it affects financing for franchisees. We outline who must act, what to submit, and how FranData helps brands stay on the SBA directory.  The article source is from FranData's website and the direct link is here: https://frandata.com/sba-extends-franchise-certification-deadline-to-december-31-2025/  Ready to...

Franchise Sales and Marketing Trends December 2025 17.12.2025

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on December 12, 2025, starting at around 1 PM Eastern Time USA.    Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call Visit our website: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ Subscribe to our Multiply You...

Franchises, AI, And The New Search Reality with Steve Buors 05.12.2025

Want a front-row look at what’s actually working in digital franchise marketing right now?  In this webinar, Steve Buors, co-founder of Reshift Media, will break down the most effective strategies they’re seeing franchisors use to drive growth in 2025.  He unpacks how AI is reshaping local marketing, media buying, and content at the franchise level, and where it’s overhyped vs. truly useful. You’l...

November 2025 Franchise Sales and Marketing Trends 21.11.2025

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on November 21, 2025, starting at around 1 PM Eastern Time USA.    Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call Visit our website: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ Subscribe to our Multiply You...

Franchise Sales and Marketing Trends - October 2025 31.10.2025

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on October 31, 2025, starting at around 1 PM Eastern Time USA.    Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call Visit our website: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ Subscribe to our Multiply Your...

How to Prioritize When Everything is on Fire with Skye Waterson 08.10.2025

This week on the Franchise Your Business webinar series, we're joined by Skye Waterson, ADHD strategist and coach, as she shares how unconventional brains can thrive in business without burning out. You’ll learn practical strategies to escape distraction loops, prioritize effectively, and create systems that support consistent growth. Discover how to scale your business in a way that feels su...

Franchise Sales and Marketing Trends - September 2025 12.09.2025

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on September 12, 2025, starting at around 1 PM Eastern Time USA.    Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call Visit our website: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ Subscribe to our Multiply Yo...

4 Ways Prospects Derail a Sales Call—Jared Lockwood with Sandler 06.09.2025

You’ve probably been there before: the call is moving along, and suddenly the prospect takes things in a direction you didn’t expect. The agenda slips, time gets away, and you hang up realizing you didn’t get what you needed. It’s not just frustrating—it’s costly .  This week on the Franchise Your Business webinar series, we're joined by Jared Lockwood, franchise owner of Sandler. He shares t...

Fixing the Franchise Bottleneck: How Global Talent Solves Staffing, Systems, and Scale 29.08.2025

Tired of staffing headaches slowing down growth? We're joined by Wes Kauffman (FASTSIGNS multi-unit owner) and Binsi Das (Sagan). This webinar tells the real story of how global talent helped transform FASTSIGNS franchise operations and why this model is now being adopted across other franchise systems. This is a live recording originally recorded on August 29, 2025 at approximately 1 PM East...

Breaking Down Franchise Sales: July 2025 Market Pulse 11.07.2025

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on July 11, 2025, starting at around 1 PM Eastern Time USA.    Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call Visit our website: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ Subscribe to our Multiply Your Su...

Franchise Sales and Marketing Trends - June 2025 27.06.2025

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on June 27, 2025, starting at around 2 PM Eastern Time USA.    Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call Subscribe to our other podcast: Multiply Your Success: https://www.multiplyyoursucces...

Maximizing 401K Plans and Retention Strategies for Franchise Systems and Small Businesses 20.06.2025

Looking to enhance your company’s 401k offerings and boost employee retention? Marc Walker, Chief Investment Officer at Legacy Advisory Partners, brings over two decades of expertise in investment services, fiduciary compliance, and retirement plan design. He will discuss best practices for 401k plans, key leader incentives, and retention strategies. This is a live recording originally recorded on...

Numbers Don't Lie: Why 77.8% of Budding Entrepreneurs Say "Start Now" 28.05.2025

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on May 23, 2025, starting at around 2 PM Eastern Time USA.    Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call Subscribe to our other podcast: Multiply Your Success: https://www.multiplyyoursuccess...

Franchise Sales and Franchise Marketing Trends - March 2025 28.03.2025

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on March 28, starting at around 1 PM Eastern Time USA.    Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call Subscribe to our other podcast: Multiply Your Success: https://www.multiplyyoursuccesspodc...

Updating Your FDD 2025 With Brad Shipe 06.02.2025

Brad Shipe, partner at Shipe Dosik Law, discusses essential updates for your Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). With years of experience in franchise law, Brad will explore the franchisor’s obligation to ensure their FDD is current and compliant.  Whether you’re new to franchising or need to stay updated on legal requirements, this session will provide valuable insights into navigating FDD chang...

Franchise Sales and Franchise Marketing Trends - January 2025 30.01.2025

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on January 24, starting at around 1 PM Eastern Time USA.    Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call Subscribe to our other podcast: Multiply Your Success: https://www.multiplyyoursuccesspo...

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