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
120 episodes
Episode 120: 400-Unit Growth Secrets | How to Scale a Coffee Franchise with Scott Redler
Looking for the next big franchise opportunity? Scott Redler, co-founder of the legendary Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, reveals why he joined JRI Hospitality to scale Mokas Coffee and Eatery into a national powerhouse.Key ...
Episode 119: Why This NFL Coach Quit the League to Build a Franchise Empire
Luke Carlson, CEO of Discover Strength, joins Mike Halpern to discuss how he scaled a boutique fitness concept into a national powerhouse. From his roots in the NFL to mastering "unit economics," Luke reveals the leadership principles and scien...
Episode 118 : From NASCAR to CEO Safeway Driving Franchise: Invest in a Recession-Proof Business
NASCAR veteran Brad Coleman joins Mike Halpern to discuss the evolution of Safeway Driving, a 53-year-old Texas institution. Discover a unique franchise model that combines a life-saving mission with a scalable, low-inventory business structure...
Episode 117: How to Scale a Pavement Maintenance Service Business to $15M Nationally
Host Mike Halpern sits down with Bryan and Michael Appell to discuss the rapid expansion of Appell Line Striping. Learn how this family-grown business turned a local service into a national brand serving household names like Starbucks and Best ...
Episode 116: The "Recession-Proof" Secret: B2B Junk & Valet Trash | Build Recurring Revenue
Host Mike Halpern sits down with the founders of Accelerated Waste Solutions (AWS) to discuss their innovative "two-in-one" franchise concept. Learn how they combine junk removal via a patented app with recurring valet trash contracts to create...
Episode 115: The "Hidden Gem" Biz Model With 77% Retention | Building a Billion Dollar Franchise
Jennifer Lemcke, CEO of Weed Man, reveals how she grew a local operation into a $187M powerhouse. This episode dives deep into the "proactive" home services model, the shift toward professional business planning in the industry, and why recurri...
Episode 114: Scale Fast: The Low-Cost Franchise with Global Backing
Looking for a recession-proof investment? Kim Woods of Belfor Franchise Group reveals why Clear Pest Pros is the emerging brand that doesn't feel like one, backed by a global restoration giant.In this episode, Mike Halpern sits down wit...
Episode 113: The 80 Million Senior "Silver Tsunami" Franchise Investment Growth Opportunity
Stop chasing saturated markets. Learn how Heart to Home Meals is revolutionizing the $300B+ senior care industry with a low-overhead, mission-driven model that empowers seniors to stay independent.In this huddle, Mike Halpern sits down ...
Episode 112: Franchise Secrets: Why The Melting Pot Still Dominates Casual Dining
Discover how JC Crawford, CEO of Front Burner Brands, is evolving The Melting Pot’s 50-year legacy for the modern investor. Learn the specific operational shifts that allowed this iconic franchise to maintain zero closures during the pandemic.<...
Episode 111 | Truck Leasing for Franchise Owners | How to Launch Your Fleet with $0 Out of Pocket
Stop wasting your initial capital on depreciating assets. In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern sits down with Daniel Garza, COO of On The Move, to reveal how a commercial lease can be your greatest growth tool. If you ...
Episode 110: Franchise Growth Secrets | The 4 Pillars of a Franchise | Former RE/MAX CEO Adam Contos
Stop just selling franchises and start building a high-performance brand. In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern huddles with Adam Contos, the former CEO of RE/MAX and current CEO of Area 15 Ventures. Adam draws on his b...
Episode 109: Why Harvard MBAs Left Finance for Thrift Stores Franchising
How do you turn a "dusty" thrift store into a $275M international powerhouse? In this huddle, Mike Halpern sits down with Tyler and Zach Gordon, co-CEOs of Basecamp Franchising, to reveal how they are disr...
Episode 108: BYou Laser Clinics: Capturing the $27B Beauty Boom Franchise Opportunity
Discover how BYou Laser Clinics is disrupting the $27B US aesthetics market. Founder Irena Azaraev reveals how she scaled a 65-unit development deal by attracting multi-unit QSR investors to the world of medical lasers.Episode Summary: In t...
Episode 107: Recession-Proof Investing: Building a Commercial Security Empire with FlyLock Franchise
This conversation explores the journey of Flylock Security Solutions, a franchise that evolved from a family locksmith business founded in 1946. Co-founders Barry and Brett McMenimon discuss the significant turning points in their growth, inclu...
Episode 106: LIME Painting—Mastering the $100M+ High-End Home Improvement Market
In this episode, Mike Halpern interviews Nick Lopez, founder of LIME Painting, who shares his journey from a broke college student to a successful entrepreneur in the luxury painting industry. Nick discusses the challenges he faced starting his...
Episode 105: DoodyCalls | The $$ Multi-Million $$ Earnings World of Pet Waste Franchising
In this episode, Mike Halpern welcomes Chad Harrison, the Director of Franchise Development at DoodyCalls, to discuss the unique niche of pet waste management and the growth of the franchise under Authority Brands. Chad shares his journey from ...
Episode 104: AI Futureproof | Building a Handyman Multi-Million Dollar Empire with Colin Sprake
In this conversation, Colin Sprake, CEO of Local Handyman, shares his extensive experience as a serial entrepreneur and discusses the unique aspects of the handyman industry. He emphasizes the importance of support systems for franchisees, the ...
Episode 103: Why The Red Chickz is the Next Billion-Dollar Chicken Brand | Spencer Sabatasso, VP of Development
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike speaks with Spencer Sabatasso, VP of Franchise Development at Red Chickz. They discuss Spencer's extensive background in the restaurant industry, his transition into franchise development, ...
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Episode 102: Scott Oaks, Vice President of Franchise Development- Comfort Keepers
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Scott Oaks, Vice President of Franchise Development with Comfort Keepers. Scott shares his personal journey into franchising, the growing demand for senior ...
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Episode 101: Elliot Cole, Fantasy Claw Arcade
In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Elliot Cole, General Manager and Franchise Development Director of Fantasy Claw Arcade. They discuss Elliot's journey from the automotive industry to the wo...
Episode 100: 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 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 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 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...
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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