From A to Franchisee: The Podcast for Smarter Franchise Buying

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Michelle Rowan and Anneliese Brosch delve into the critical role of franchisee satisfaction in maintaining brand health. They explore how a strong franchisor-franchisee relationship can drive success, emphasizing the importance of trust and open communication. Discover the metrics and insights that help franchise brands thrive, and learn why understanding franchis...

Send us Fan Mail Host: Michelle Rowan, President & COO of Franchise Business Review Guest: Ali Kraus, CMO Benetrends Financial Episode Summary: In this insightful episode, Michelle Rowan and Ali Kraus delve into the diverse world of franchise funding options. From traditional bank loans to innovative rollover strategies, they explore how aspiring franchisees can navigate financial challenges w...

Send us Fan Mail If you're considering buying a franchise, knowing the benefits and drawbacks is important.  Danielle Chaisson, owner of a Mr. Handyman franchise in Dover, NH (called My Handyman), gives her perspective on the pros and cons of franchise ownership. Danielle gives her perspective as a franchisee but also owns her own consulting business, which offers tax preparation, accounting,...

Send us Fan Mail Host: Michelle Rowan, President & COO Franchise Business Review Guest: Marissa Frois, CEO The Entrepreneur's Source Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into the world of franchise business models with Marissa Frois, a seasoned expert from the Entrepreneur Source Organization. Discover the intricacies of franchising, from the partnership dynamics between franchisors...

Send us Fan Mail In this enlightening episode, we dive into the world of franchising with Katie Ingalls, a client success manager at Franchise Business Review. Together, we unravel common myths surrounding franchising, exploring whether it's truly an industry or a business model. Discover the economic impact of franchising, the misconceptions about passive income, and the importance of local...

Send us Fan Mail Join Michelle Rowan and Mary Ann O'Connell as they explore the fundamentals of franchising. With over 40 years of experience, Mary Ann shares her journey from being Money Mailer's first franchisee to founding FranWise , a company that helps businesses become franchises. Discover the intricacies of franchise agreements, the role of the FTC, and the differences between fra...

Send us Fan Mail Host: Michelle Rowan, President and COO of Franchise Business Review Guest: Eric Stites, Founder and CEO of Franchise Business Review Episode Summary: The Journey of Starting Franchise Business Review Introduction: Twenty years ago, a light bulb moment sparked the creation of Franchise Business Review. Eric Stites, then working with franchise marketing, noticed a gap in the indust...

Send us Fan Mail From A to Franchisee: The Podcast for Smarter Franchise Buying. If you're thinking about investing in a franchise - or if you're an entrepreneur looking for your next move, this is the podcast for you. Michelle Rowan, the President and COO of Franchise Business Review hosts this weekly podcast. Franchise Business Review has all the unbiased data on franchises you need. E...