The Franchise Life

Join us in this episode of The Franchise Life as we dive into the fascinating story behind Tippi Toes, a beloved brand offering mobile dance classes for kids across the US. 

Founder and CEO Sarah Nuse shares her journey from a college student waiting tables to an accidental entrepreneur, revealing how her mom's persuasion helped her turn her childhood passion into a thriving franchise. 

Director of Franchise Development Dana DeMari...

In this episode, Stacie hosts Tim Montgomery, Senior Director at That 1 Painter, a prominent part of the Resi Brands portfolio. 

Tim shares his thoughts on the significance of the painting industry, spotlighting That 1 Painters’ comprehensive range of 18 services, encompassing everything from indoor and outdoor painting to deck treatments and minor carpentry fixes. He highlights distinctive offerings such as cabinet painting and br...

In today’s episode of “The Franchise Life,” Stacie sits down with Paul Linenberg, President of Gotcha Covered, to discuss the importance of building a culture within your franchise organization.

Paul shares the key elements that contribute to Gotcha Covered's positive franchise culture, such as strongly emphasizing values such as authenticity and a client-focused approach. This commitment to a consultative and client-centric model ...

In this episode of The Franchise Life podcast, Stacie sits down with Chris Parkinson from Innovative Sports Surfacing. 

Chris shares that Innovative Sports Surfacing installs and maintains a wide range of recreational surfaces, including playground systems, safety surfacing, sun shading, pickleball courts, track and field turf, artificial grass, bocce ball courts, tennis courts, and more. He highlights that Innovative Sports Surfac...

Welcome back to The Franchise Life with your host, Stacie Shannon! Today, we dive into an exciting emerging concept: Lindora. Joining us is Lance Freeman.

In this episode, Lance introduces Lindora, a brand with a rich history dating back to 1971, recently acquired by Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchise group of health and wellness brands. Former founders, now franchisees, operate 31 clinics primarily in California. Lin...

🌟 Welcome to another episode of Franchise Life, hosted by Stacie Shannon! In today's installment, we delve into the groundbreaking concept of Image Studios, featuring an exclusive interview with the CEO and founder, Jason Olson. Join us as we investigate the expansion, achievements, and distinctive attributes that set Image Studios apart in the beauty and wellness sector.

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🚀 Explosive Growth: Image Studios, foun...

🎙️ Welcome to "The Franchise Life"! In this episode, host Stacie delves into the world of multi-unit franchise ownership with guest Jesse Kaiser, a seasoned franchise owner with over 50 locations across various brands in the United States. Join the conversation as they discuss Jesse's journey, insights into different businesses, and his role as the 2024 chairman of the Multi-Unit Franchising Conference.

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In this episode, Stacie Shannon dives into the captivating story behind the emerging Anchored Tiny Homes franchise with Co-Founder and CEO Colton Paulhus. 

Discover how the initial focus on tiny homes on wheels transformed into a thriving business, especially after the introduction of California's law allowing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on residential lots. Colton's narrative takes us through the early successes, challenges, a...

Today's spotlight is on GLO30, a revolutionary brand in the health and wellness segment, focusing on skincare.. Joining us is the visionary founder, Dr. Arleen Lamba.

Dr. Lamba shares the inspiring journey of GLO30's inception, stemming from her personal quest for effective skincare solutions. Fueled by a medical background, she delves into the intricacies of the skin cell cycle, product ingredients, and treatments. Dr. Lamba empha...

Welcome to "The Franchise Life" podcast, hosted by Stacie Shannon! In this episode, Stacie shines a spotlight on a brand dedicated to making a positive impact on people's lives – Nora Mental Health. Joined by Scott Nelowet, the franchise sales expert for Nora, they delve into the essential aspects of this unique franchise opportunity. Nora Mental Health stands out in the realm of mental health services, addressing the critical need...

Step into the exciting world of franchising with Stacie Shannon as she sits down with Vanessa Yakobson, the dynamic partner behind two flourishing franchise brands – Blo Blow Dry Bar and LashKind. Join the conversation as Vanessa shares the captivating journey of Blo Blow Dry Bar's inception, growth, and its transformation into a successful franchise system. Discover the strategic move to bring LashKind into the portfolio, leveragi...

Explore the future of fitness with OHM Fitness! Founded in 2022, OHM Fitness is a groundbreaking franchise specializing in Electric Muscle Stimulation (EMS) technology. Join host Stacie Shannon and Jake Kapneck, an Ohm Fitness area developer, as they discuss the innovative concept that offers a powerful 25-minute workout equivalent to a two-and-a-half-hour session at a regular gym. Jake shares his journey from the European Wax Cent...

Welcome to another episode of "Franchise Life" with your host, Stacie Shannon. Today, we dive into the world of an exciting emerging brand called The Tox. Joining us are Courtney Yeager, a serial entrepreneur and CEO, and Gabrielle Sacco, the Director of Franchise Development. The Tox is not just another brand; it's a unique approach to health and wellness.

Courtney shares her journey, starting The Tox in 2019, focusing on holistic...

Welcome to The Franchise Life! In this episode, your host, Stacie Shannon, sits down with the dynamic duo growing the emerging brand, goGLOW. Joining her are Melanie Richards, the Founder and CEO of goGLOW, and Bobby Brennan, a Partner at Front Street Equity. Get ready for an exciting conversation about how a former probation officer transformed her passion into a thriving business that's now on the path to becoming a franchise sen...

Are you looking to own a brand that creates smiles, memories, and experiences? Well, look no further. Meet Pedal Pub. The original U.S. party bike that dominates the party bike marketplace.  

Pedal Pub's President, Todd Treml, joins Stacie in this week's episode of "The Franchise Life" to deep dive into this exciting brand with 60+ locations, 200+ bikes on the road, and 1M+ happy riders per year. Not only that, but with 17+ years o...

Welcome to Episode 55 of "The Franchise Life" with your host Stacie Shannon. In this episode, we explore the dynamic world of OutFit, a unique fitness studio on wheels, while on location in Fort Lauderdale. Stacie interviews Darren Jacobson, the COO of OutFit, to uncover the founder's intriguing journey and the innovative business model they've crafted. Discover the brand's compelling story, its mission to dominate the outdoor fitn...

Welcome to the Franchise Life with your host Stacy Shannon! In this episode, Stacy interviews Ricky Hall, the founder of NutritionHQ, a dynamic brand in the health and wellness industry. Established in 2015 and franchising since 2020, NutritionHQ has quickly become a community hub for fitness enthusiasts and individuals seeking a personalized approach to nutrition.

Ricky shares the inspiring backstory of how his journey into nutrit...

Ep. 53 - Pouring Success: The Hoppin' Franchise Revolution

Welcome to a brand new episode of The Franchise Life Podcast! I'm your host, Stacie Shannon, and today we have an exciting episode for you. We're diving into the world of franchising with a spotlight on the emerging brand, Hoppin'.

Joining me is Rich Moyer, the visionary founder and CEO of Hoppin' Brands. In this engaging conversation, we uncover the fascinating journey o...

Welcome to "The Franchise Life" podcast with your host, Stacie Shannon. In this episode, Stacie sits down with special guest Brigadier General (U.S. Army, Retired) Anthony Tata. If you follow "The Franchise Life" regularly, this isn't our traditional franchise brand spotlight. Instead, we've chosen Anthony Tata to spotlight how an Army veteran and the skillsets he acquired in his military career are transferable to being a successf...