Franchise Today

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  • Welcome to Franchise Today as it celebrates its 15th year in 2024. Join host Stan Friedman, President of FRM Solutions every Wednesday at 12 PM ET / 11 AM CT as he provides full disclosure on what’s going on inside franchising today and serves up discussions with weekly guests, who will talk about best practices for scaling their businesses for sustainable growth, through sensible franchising. Franchising remains an unintentional profession. Most people don't go to school to study about how to become involved in franchising. Rather, some life event causes it to find us. Each episode of the podcast begins with a look back at how franchising found my guest of the week. This is followed by a walk through their career up to and including the present day. It could be either a franchisor, franchisee or a supplier, that provides insights into high-level support services or top-quality products to better enable the franchise community. Each podcast will wrap with a look ahead to upcoming industry events, upcoming guests or important dates on the horizon.
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Episodes
  • Stephen Preuss: PayMore, Revolutionizing the Secondhand Electronics Marketplace!

    Stephen Preuss: PayMore, Revolutionizing the Secondhand Electronics Marketplace!
    Nov 20 2024
    This week Stan sits down with Stephen Preuss, co-founder and CEO of Paymore Electronics, to explore the journey of transforming a humble secondhand store into a thriving franchise concept. Discover how Stephen and his partner Eric Helgesen redefined the secondhand electronics market by blending brick-and-mortar with e-commerce, harnessing the power of proprietary technology, and the need to overcome challenging industry stigmas. In this episode, Stephen shares insights into the meticulous process of franchising, the strategic decisions that led to their rapid expansion, and the unique value proposition of Paymore stores. Learn about their innovative approach to customer experience, which boasts a repeat customer rate nearly 10X StephenR.Preussthe industry standard, and their commitment to eco-friendly practices through free electronics recycling. Tune in to understand the challenges and triumphs faced by Paymore as they scale nationwide and internationally, and get a glimpse into their vision for the future of the secondhand electronics industry.
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    33 mins
  • ProfitKeeper's Kyle McEuen: Navigating the Road to Franchise Profitability!

    ProfitKeeper's Kyle McEuen: Navigating the Road to Franchise Profitability!
    Nov 13 2024
    This week I welcome Kyle McKeown, Senior Vice President of ProfitKeeper by PrimePay, as both a guest and a new sponsor. Kyle shares his journey into franchising, highlighting his 18-year experience in the industry and how ProfitKeeper has evolved over the years to support franchisees and franchisors alike. Kyle discusses the inception of ProfitKeeper, initially designed to assist franchisees with accounting, and how it pivoted to become a comprehensive financial visibility tool for franchisors. He explains how ProfitKeeper empowers franchisees by providing insightful data that enables them to benchmark their performance and make informed decisions to enhance their business profitability. The conversation also delves into the competitive nature of franchisees and the role of collaboration tools in fostering community and improving performance. Kyle emphasizes the importance of leadership in franchising and shares his personal experience as a Primrose franchisee, underscoring the value of aligning with a brand with strong leadership. Tune in to learn more about how ProfitKeeper is shaping the franchise landscape and discover insights into the dynamics of franchising from an industry veteran.
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    28 mins
  • From Gutters to Growth: Ryan Parsons on Building a Portfolio of Franchise Brands

    From Gutters to Growth: Ryan Parsons on Building a Portfolio of Franchise Brands
    Nov 6 2024
    This week I am joined by Ryan Parsons, co-founder of The Brothers That Just Do Gutters and CEO of The Riverside Company's, Evive Brands. Dive into the journey of how "The Brothers That Just Do Gutters" transformed from being just a small business into a thriving franchise with 100 plus franchisees with hundreds of locations. . Ryan shares insights on the unexpected path to franchising, the challenges faced during the recession, and the pivotal moments that led to their success. Discover how client feedback sparked the idea of franchising and how a focus on systems and branding played a crucial role in their growth. Explore the evolution of Evive Brands, a portfolio under The Riverside Company, which includes Assisted Living Locators, Grayson's Estate Sales, and Executive Home Care. Ryan discusses his transition to CEO of Evive Brands, the impact of COVID on franchising, and the importance of embracing technology and innovation in today's business landscape. Gain valuable nuggets of wisdom from Ryan's experiences and learn about the future of franchising as he shares his outlook on the industry. Whatever your role in franchising, his episode offers valuable insights into sustainable growth and the power of reinvention.
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    30 mins

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