The Franchise Woman

In this powerful episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast, host Rebecca Monet sits down with Barb Volk and Doug Birer, dynamic partners behind multiple KidStrong locations and area development territories. Barb and Doug share their journey from early OrangeTheory Fitness expansion to building a mission-driven kids' fitness franchise focused on confidence, character, and physical development. Togethe...

What if leadership meant bringing color , dignity, and humanity back into healthcare? In this powerful episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast: Where Passion & Purpose Collide, host Rebecca Monet and co-host Tracy Kawa welcome Jeanette Weinz, Brand President of Executive Home Care. Jeanette shares her deeply personal journey into home care, the leadership lessons shaped by loss, and why empathy, ad...

What happens when curiosity, purpose, and opportunity collide? In this episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast: Where Passion & Purpose Collide, host Rebecca Monet and co-host Tracy Kawa sit down with Katie Dills, Brand President of The Cleaning Authority, to explore her remarkable journey from franchisee to executive leader. Katie shares how stepping in to help her mother-in-law sparked a passion...

What if your exit strategy could protect your legacy, reward your employees, and still deliver strong financial returns? In this episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast: Where Passion & Purpose Collide , Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa sit down with Matt Middendorp, entrepreneur, former banker, and ESOP expert, to unpack one of the most misunderstood—but powerful—succession strategies available to fra...

In this inspiring episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast: Where Passion & Purpose Collide , hosts Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa sit down with Alexa Centeno—entrepreneur, designer, and founder of VELLA HAUS, a national home staging franchise revolutionizing how homes are styled and sold. Alexa's journey is one of bold reinvention. With degrees in finance, accounting, and taxation, she left her corpo...

In this empowering episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast: Where Passion & Purpose Collide , hosts Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa sit down with Andrea Liebross—business growth coach, life integration strategist, best-selling author, and host of the She Thinks Big podcast. Andrea helps entrepreneurs move through the "messy middle" of business growth—the phase where progress feels hard, emotions run h...

In this episode of  The Franchise Woman Podcast , Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa sit down with Stephen Seidel—TEDx speaker, founder of The Seidel Agency, co-founder of Gents Journey, and champion of authentic storytelling. Stephen believes connection is currency, and today he shares how vulnerability, purpose, and personal story can transform leadership, strengthen communities, and elevate brands—es...

In this empowering episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast: Where Passion & Purpose Collide , hosts Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa sit down with Rachel Southard, CEO of ecomaids and Head of Brand Operations at Happinest Brands, to explore what it means to lead with empathy, adaptability, and strategy in a rapidly evolving franchise world. Rachel—recently named one of Franchise Dictionary Magazine's W...

In this inspiring episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast: Where Passion & Purpose Collide , Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa sit down with Tiffiny Consoli, the first-ever Pool Scouts franchisee, who made history by surpassing $3 million in annual revenue in 2024. Tiffiny shares her remarkable entrepreneurial journey — from launching a plantscaping business in her 20s to leading one of the most success...

In this powerful episode of  The Franchise Woman Podcast: Where Passion & Purpose Collide , Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa sit down with Melanie Richards, founder and CEO of GoGlow—a pioneering sunless tanning and skincare franchise that's redefining clean beauty. Before building one of the fastest-growing beauty brands in the U.S., Melanie spent over a decade as a probation officer, working on dome...

In this inspiring episode, Rebecca Monet sits down with Nuttha Goutier, the visionary behind Sabai Thai Spa , to explore what it truly means to scale a business without losing its soul. Born and raised in Thailand, Nuttha brings the spirit of Thai-inspired hospitality to North America—blending ancient healing traditions with modern franchise operations. She shares how Sabai Thai Spa began with a s...

In this episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast , Rebecca Monet sits down with Rachel Wommack, a standout franchisee of A Place At Home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Rachel shares her inspiring journey from growing up in Gallup, NM, to working in skilled nursing and case management, and ultimately launching her own franchise dedicated to providing compassionate care for seniors. She opens up about: W...

What does it take to turn a passion project into a thriving franchise brand? In this episode of The Franchise Woman podcast , Rebecca Monet sits down with Jessi Brelsford, Founder & Chief Bud of Taste Buds Kitchen, to explore her journey from Harvard economics and Wall Street finance to leading a franchise that brings people together through the joy of cooking. Jessi shares: How a kid's cupcake pa...

In this episode of The Franchise Woman podcast, hosts Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa welcome marketing maven and thought leader Chantel Soumis—a dynamic force at the intersection of branding, leadership, AI, and community. Chantel brings bold ideas and practical wisdom to the table, sharing her journey from a creative childhood to becoming a sought-after speaker, branding strategist, and fractional...

In this episode of The Franchise Woman podcast, hosts Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa welcome Jessica Fialkovich, founder of Exit Factor, bestselling author, and expert in business exit strategy. Jessica shares why selling a business is not just a transaction—it's a process that requires emotional readiness, financial preparation, and strategic planning. Drawing from her experience owning, operating,...

In this episode of The Franchise Woman podcast, host Rebecca Monet sits down with Allison Welch of As You Wish—a growing personal assistant franchise that is changing the way we think about help at home. From errands and holiday help to relocation and senior support, Allison shares how her vision and leadership are building something extraordinary. You'll hear how she: Delivers deeply personalized...

In this episode of The Franchise Woman podcast, hosts Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa sit down with Dida Clifton, U.S. Air Force veteran and founder of TheOfficeSquad®, to explore how military structure and servant leadership transformed her into a bold business owner—and now, a franchisor. Originally launched to provide trustworthy back-office support to small businesses, TheOfficeSquad® now offers...

In this episode of  The Franchise Woman Podcast , hosts Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa sit down with Natalie Black, CEO of Comfort Keepers, to explore her journey of resilience, leadership, and purpose-driven growth. Natalie opens up about: Her transition from finance to senior care franchising Why people—not products—are at the heart of Comfort Keepers The lessons she learned as a single mother tha...

What does it take to turn a store into a community movement ? In this episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast , Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa sit down with Johanna Bialkin, Founder & CEO of Aldea Home & Baby, a beloved San Francisco-based brand offering eco-conscious baby goods, curated home décor, and events that bring people together. Johanna opens up about: How her upbringing and family history s...

At just 16, Carl Comeaux began his journey as a personal trainer with a passion for changing lives. Today, as CEO of Crust Pizza Company, Carl leads with vision, resilience, and purpose. In this heartfelt interview with hosts Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa, Carl shares: His path from fitness and tech ventures to leading a rapidly growing pizza brand How Crust Pizza creates community through memorabl...

What happens when passion for pets, grit through hard times, and the dream of family legacy collide? You get the remarkable story of Shannon and Ashley O'Dore of Aussie Pet Mobile Tucson. For 17 years, Shannon grew her mobile pet grooming business from one van to a multi-van operation—navigating economic downturns, flat tires, and even grooming pets herself when needed. Now, her daughter Ashley an...

What happens when you mix family, business, and a passion for making homes beautiful? You get Lori & Chad Morgan — the powerhouse mother-son team behind Kitchen Tune-Up Colorado Springs. In this heartwarming and insightful conversation with The Franchise Woman Podcast host Rebecca Monet, you'll hear how: Lori turned a layoff into a 30-year entrepreneurial journey Chad brought fresh vision and new...

In this episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast , co-hosts Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa sit down with Brittney Lincoln—partner at Limitless Franchise Growth and founder of Females in Franchising. Brittney opens up about launching her first business in the aftermath of the 2008 recession, how she transitioned into franchising, and what inspired her to create a space just for women in the industry. W...

In this powerful episode of The Franchise Woman: Where Passion & Purpose Collide , we sit down with Mike Bahun, founder of Fundraising University. From overcoming poverty to coaching college baseball to building a national franchise, Mike shares how embracing struggle, focusing on the process, and fostering a growth mindset shaped his journey. Mike opens up about: ✅ How his early life fueled his...

In this candid and insightful episode of  The Franchise Woman: Where Passion & Purpose Collide , Stephane Breault pulls no punches about what's holding many franchisors back—and how to fix it. With over two decades as a franchise CEO and another 15+ years coaching franchisors globally, Stephane knows the leadership pitfalls that can derail even the most promising franchise brands. In this episode,...