The Franchise Hot Seat Podcast with Dr. John P. Hayes - Director, Titus Center for Franchising

DESCRIPTION: John Hayes, host of the Franchise Hot Seat Podcast, interviews Jack Monson, Chief  Growth Officer at Thunder Lee Marketing and host of the Social Geek podcast. They  delve into Monson's marketing and client acquisition roles, his franchising journey,  and the significance of fostering enduring relationships in the franchise sector. The  discussion encompasses effective marketing...

DESCRIPTION: John Hayes, host of Franchise Hot Seat, engages in a detailed discussion with Alaina  B. Karsten from McDonald Hopkins, a professional with significant experience in  advising franchisors and franchisees and handling litigation. The conversation  revolves around the intricacies and potential risks associated with franchising,  underlining the necessity of carefully examining franchise...

DESCRIPTION: John Hayes, host of Franchise Hot Seat, interviews former TV news reporter John  Brice, who transitioned into a successful franchisee and is now preparing to become  a franchisor. Brice's introduction to franchising came through a family friend who  owned a McDonald's franchise. This sparked his interest and led him to owning eight  McDonald's restaurants. He later beca...

DESCRIPTION: John Hayes, host of Franchise Hot Seat, interviews Shay Kleinschmidt, Vice President  of Funding at Fran Fund, a company based in Fort Worth, Texas, that provides  funding solutions to franchisees nationwide. Kleinschmidt discusses the changing  franchising landscape, stressing the importance of early and tailored funding  strategies. She also highlights the role of AI in enhancing le...

DESCRIPTION: John Hayes interviews Alesia Visconti on Franchise Hot Seat, where she discusses  her transition from corporate America to franchising, a move sparked by  disillusionment. Visconti, owner of Fran Serve and author of 'The Pink Tsunami:  Women's Rise in Franchising', highlights the lack of awareness about franchising  opportunities, especially for women. She underscores t...

DESCRIPTION: Anthony Bambino, the founder and CEO of 3Natives, shares his journey from a  traveling salesman to the owner of a successful acai cafe franchise in Florida on the  Franchise Hot Seat. He discusses the transformation of 3Natives from a single juice  bar to a rapidly expanding franchise with 48 stores and more under development.  Bambino talks about his experiences with franchising, the...

DESCRIPTION: John Hayes interviews Madalina Iordache, founder of Bright Pink Agency, on the  Franchise Hot Seat Podcast. They explore Iordache's transition from Romania to the  United States, her journalism career, and her shift into the franchising industry.  Iordache recounts her initial experiences in the U.S., her introduction to the  franchising industry in 2008, and her substantial cont...

DESCRIPTION: Dr. John Hayes interviews Larry Strain, Chief Development Officer of Retro Fitness, in  the Franchise Hot Seat episode, discussing the complexities of real estate in retail  franchising. Larry shares his three-decade experience in retail development,  highlighting the changes brought about by e-commerce giants like Amazon. He  underscores the growing significance of service-based reta...

DESCRIPTION: In this episode of the Franchise Hot Seat, host John Hayes interviews Fred Fry, Vice  President of Franchise Development for 16 Handles. Fred shares his career journey  from banking and finance to the franchise industry, highlighting how he discovered  franchising through a friend at church after relocating to Texas. He previously  worked with HTO and Shipley Donuts, where he played k...

DESCRIPTION:   The podcast guest is Aaron Rose, a graduate of Palm Beach Atlantic University and the founder of Fran Partners, a recruitment agency specializing in franchisees. Rose discusses his journey and how his education in franchising prepared him for roles in different franchise companies before he established his own. He identifies a gap in the market for hiring support focused on franchis...

DESCRIPTION: John Hayes, the host of Franchise Hot Seat, interviews Bill Edwards, a specialist in international franchise development. Edwards discusses the current international franchising environment, highlighting the influence of political sensitivities and tariffs. He underscores the necessity for franchises to be profitable domestically before contemplating overseas expansion, warning that i...

DESCRIPTION: John Hayes interviews Jimi Gibson on effective messaging strategies for franchisees and franchisors. Gibson highlights the power of storytelling, curiosity, and emotional engagement in capturing audience attention and enhancing communication. He uses a magic trick to demonstrate the release of trust, curiosity, and satisfaction chemicals in the brain, drawing parallels to how marketin...

DESCRIPTION: Roy Assad, franchisor of Network Lead Exchange (NLX), discusses his journey from being a top franchisee to owning the company. He talks about his diverse background, including successful stints in insurance sales and various business ventures, which led him to the franchise industry. Assad emphasizes the benefits of franchising, such as the turnkey nature of a good franchise, the pote...

DESCRIPTION: John, the host of the Franchise Hot Seat Podcast, interviews Randy Cross, a Fish Window Cleaning franchisee and president. Randy narrates his franchising journey which began in 2002 when he met a franchise consultant while working at a technology firm. He dispels misconceptions about franchising, explains the franchisee process, and stresses the importance of adhering to established s...

DESCRIPTION: In this podcast, John interviews Victor Ulibarri, an Air Force veteran turned franchisee of Ace Handyman Services. Victor shares his journey from military service to entrepreneurship, detailing how a Boots to Business class sparked his interest in franchising. He discusses the challenges and advantages of franchising, particularly for veterans through programs like VetFran. Victor emp...

DESCRIPTION:  John Hayes, the host of the Franchise Hot Seat Podcast, interviews Hao Lam, a successful franchisor with a riveting tale of survival and entrepreneurship. Lam, a Vietnam escapee, narrates his remarkable transition from being a refugee to a prosperous franchisor. He also talks about his book, 'From Bad to Worse to Best in Class,' and how his past experiences influence his de...

DESCRIPTION: John and Mark Schnurman, author of 'The Perfect Franchise,' discuss the intricacies of franchising in this podcast. They explore the typical paths people take into franchising, including Mark's personal journey to becoming a franchise consultant. They caution that franchising isn't suitable for everyone, given the financial and commitment requirements. Mark stresse...

John Hayes hosts Keith Miller on the Franchise Hot Seat Podcast. Miller is a representative of the Franchisee Advocacy Consulting Group, advocating for franchisees, not franchisors. He has led several franchisee advocacy groups, including the American Association of Franchisees and Dealers, the Coalition of Franchise Associations, and the North American Association of Subway Franchisees. Miller an...

DESCRIPTION: John Hayes' podcast guest is Charles Bonfiglio, the entrepreneur behind Tint World, a South Florida-based business. Bonfiglio shares his journey from being a young entrepreneur who moved to Florida to start a business in the aftermarket accessory world to becoming a successful franchise owner. He faced initial difficulties in securing a lease and a loan due to the lack of an esta...

DESCRIPTION: John Hayes interviews Greg Flynn, the creator of the Flynn Group, which operates seven iconic brands across 44 states and three countries. Flynn discusses his motivation for growing his franchise empire, emphasizing that growth equals opportunity in the Flynn Group. He shares that the company experiences 30 percent annualized growth and employs over 75,000 team members across nearly 3...

DESCRIPTION:  James Carey, Director of Franchise Development for Preservan, discusses his views on work-life balance and the concept of work-life integration. Carey shares his experience of struggling with work-life balance during his 30-year career in corporate America, and how he found the concept of work-life integration more appealing and practical. He explains that work-life integration allow...

DESCRIPTION: Jonathan Lippincott, a franchisee of 7 Brew Coffee, shares his journey from owning a Planet Fitness franchise to his current role. Initially, he pursued a degree in exercise science with plans to apply to the Air Force, inspired by his father, a fighter pilot and later a Delta Airlines pilot. However, he realized he was competing against highly accomplished individuals for Air Force p...

DESCRIPTION: John Hayes hosts another episode of The Franchise Hot Seat with guests Kristi Mailloux and Todd Recknagel, members of the Titus Center Advisory Board. The couple has 30 years of experience in franchising and private equity and have been involved in numerous businesses. Mailloux shares her journey into franchising, starting with an entry-level role at Molly Maid, a maid service franchi...

DESCRIPTION:  Andrija Čolak, a Croatian entrepreneur and franchisor, is the guest on the Franchise Hot Seat podcast. Known as the new hope of Croatian entrepreneurship, Čolak has been in the franchising business for 15 years. His brand, Surf'n'Fries, which sells French fries, became popular quickly, leading to the decision to franchise the business. Čolak's entrepreneurial journey b...

In this video, you will learn: 1. What are the common pitfalls that can derail a franchise's real estate strategy? John Hayes and Jonathan Hill delve into the top issues that franchises face, including the dangers of overselling territories and the importance of tracking sold territories' behavior.  2. How can too many cooks spoil the broth in the decision-making process? Jonathan Hill h...