Franchise QB
Welcome to the Franchise QB podcast where we empower entrepreneurs to WIN BIG in franchising. Hosted by Mike Halpern, a 20-year franchising veteran and entrepreneur, we huddle up weekly to educate our audience about the most successful small business model ever created: Franchising. Our mission is for listeners to achieve their American Dreams as new franchise owners. Let’s get started!
Episodes
100 episodes
President & COO at Buzz Franchise Brands
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Brian Garrison, president and COO of Buzz Franchise Brands. They discuss Brian's background, his transition from the military to franchising, and the growth of Buzz Fran...
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Episode 100
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Episode 99: Aaron Cash, Co-Founder and President- Garage Living
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern interviews Aaron Cash, co-founder and president of Garage Living. They discuss the journey of Garage Living from its inception to becoming North America's largest indep...
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Episode 99
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Episode 98: Curt Skallerup- Founder and CEO, Larks Entertainment
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Curt Skallerup, founder and CEO of Larks Entertainment, about his journey from Corporate America to entrepreneurship. Curt shares insights on scaling franch...
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Episode 98
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Episode 97: Sean Oatney, Chief Development Officer- Fat Patty's
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern and guest Sean Oatney discuss the journey and vision of Fat Patty's, a restaurant franchise known for its unique burger offerings and community involvement. The convers...
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Episode 97
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Episode 96: Charles Bonfiglio, Founder and CEO- Tint World
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern interviews Charles Bonfiglio, founder and CEO of Tint World. Charles shares his entrepreneurial journey from Brooklyn to Florida, his transition into franchising with M...
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Episode 96
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Episode 95: Amber Gaige- Chief Marketing Advisor, Far Beyond Marketing
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Amber Gaige, an international bestselling author and Chief Marketing Advisor at Far Beyond Marketing. They discuss Amber's entrepreneurial journey, the impo...
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Episode 95
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Episode 94: Coaches Corner Featuring Glen Whaley, CFC- Whaley Investments
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Glen Whaley, Certified Franchise Consultant, about the vital role of franchise coaches in guiding entrepreneurs through the franchising landscape. They disc...
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Episode 94
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Episode 93: Jeremy Ames- CEO, Guidant Financial
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Jeremy Ames, CEO of Guidant Financial, about the journey of entrepreneurship, the diverse opportunities in franchising, and the importance of overcoming barriers to busi...
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Episode 93
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Episode 92: Roman Maliszewski- Founder and CEO, Tapster
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Roman Maliszewski, the founder and CEO of Tapster, a self-pour tasting room franchise. They discuss Roman's journey from advertising to creating a unique bar experience ...
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Episode 92
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Episode 91: Wade Brannon, CEO- Pigtails & Crewcuts
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Wade Brannon, President and CEO of Pigtails & Crewcuts. They discuss Wade's extensive background in franchising, his acquisition of Pigtails & Crewcuts, and the ...
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Episode 91
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Episode 90: Denise Tran- CEO and Founder, Bun Mee
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Denise Tran, founder and CEO of Bun Mee, a Vietnamese fast casual restaurant. Denise shares her inspiring journey from practicing attorney to entrepreneur, ...
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Episode 90
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Episode 89: David Craghead, Chief Franchise Expansion Officer- Franserve
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with David Craghead, Chief Franchise Expansion Officer at Franserve.They discuss David's extensive background in franchising, the role of Franserve in connecting entr...
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Episode 89
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Episode 88: Stephanie Knepp- CEO, Sit Still Kids Salons
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern interviews Stephanie Knepp, CEO of Sit Still Kids Salon. They discuss Stephanie's journey into franchising, the unique business model of Sit Still, and the importance of community a...
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Episode 88
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Episode 87: Ford Saeks- Entrepreneur and Business Growth Accelerator
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Ford Saeks, a seasoned entrepreneur and AI integration strategist, about the essential elements of successful franchise ownership. They discuss the importan...
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Episode 87
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Episode 86: Jimi Gibson, VP of Brand Communication @ Thrive Agency
In this episode of the Franchise QB podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Jimi Gibson, VP of Brand Communication at Thrive Agency, about the intersection of magic and marketing. Jimi shares his unique journey from being a professi...
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Episode 86
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Episode 85: John Gelastopoulis- Founder of Broken Yolk Cafe
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern interviews John Gelastopolous, Founder and President of Broken Yolk Cafe. John shares his journey from Greece to becoming a successful restaurant owner and franchisor. H...
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Episode 85
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Episode 84: Leigh Feldman- CEO, Youth Franchise Brands
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Leigh Feldman, CEO of Youth Franchise Brands, about his extensive experience in franchising and the unique business models of his brands, Young Chefs Academy and Flour P...
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Episode 84
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Episode 83: Canopy Lawn Care- Hunt Davis (CEO), Ben Wright (COO) and Jack Humbert (SVP Franchising)
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern discusses the journey of Canopy Lawn Care with its leaders, Hunt Davis, Ben Wright, and Jack Humbert. They explore Hunt's move from finance to entrepreneurship, the importance of ag...
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Episode 83
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Episode 82: Chad Wright, Director of Franchise Development- HomeFront Brands
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Chad Wright, Director of Franchise Development at HomeFront Brands. They discuss Chad's journey into franchising, the business model of Window Hero, and the...
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Episode 82
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Episode 81: Lonnie McGowan, Multi-Unit Franchise Owner- Image Studios
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Lonnie McGowan, a multi-unit franchise owner of Image Studios, about his transition from a successful corporate career to franchise ownership.Lonnie shares his j...
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Episode 81
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Episode 80: Dan Feltman- Co-Founder and VP of Franchising with The Garage Floor Company
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern interviews Dan Feltman, co-founder of The Garage Floor Company. They discuss Dan's journey from law enforcement to entrepreneurship, the unique business model of The Garage Floor Co...
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Episode 80
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Episode 79: Greg Macchia- Owner, Franchising First
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Greg Macchia, a franchise consultant and owner of Franchising First. They discuss the vital role of franchise coaches in guiding entrepreneurs through the franchising la...
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Episode 79
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Episode 78: Corey Criss- Franchise Training Director, The Dog Stop
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Corey Criss, Director of Franchise Training at The Dog Stop. They discuss the unique services offered by The Dog Stop, Corey's journey with the company, and the innovati...
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Episode 78
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Episode 77: Lance Ingram and Tim Lovett- Co-Founders of Waterloo Turf
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Lance Ingram and Tim Lovett, founders of Waterloo Turf, about their journey into the artificial turf business and the franchising model they have developed.
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Episode 77
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Episode 76: Scott Breimhorst, VP of Franchise Development- Discover Strength
In this episode of the Franchise QB podcast hosted Mike Halpern, Scott Breimhorst, VP of Franchise Development at Discover Strength, shares insights into the unique business model of Discover Strength, a personal training franchise that focuses...
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Episode 76
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