Modern Business

In his 7th guest hosted episode while we were on tour, IFPG President catches up with Aaron Stahl from P3 Cost analysts to explore the business opportunity.

In our final in-person discussion of the tour, the boys make a pitstop in Overland Park, Kansas for an interview with the three founders of Scissors & Scotch: Erik Anderson, Sean Finley and Tanner Wiles. In this chat (over drinks, of course), we discuss the founding story, how S&S differentiates from their competitors and their growth plans for 2020. SPONSORS: SCORPION INTERNET MARKETING www.Scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit www.Scorpion.co/mb RALLO: www.rallio.com Rallio is a powerful combination of social media technology and local agency The easy-to-use technology enables franchisors and their franchisees to manage t

On the very last stop of the tour, the team visits TITLE Boxing HQ to meet with three three of their dynamic leaders: President Susan Boresow, Josh Lyon, VP of Franchise Operations and James Lloyd, Franchise Development Manager. During this conversation we touched on many topics including: local store marketing, mobile app integration, their new on-demand class and much more. SPONSORS: SCORPION INTERNET MARKETING www.Scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit www.Scorpion.co/mb BUSCH GLOBAL: buschglobal.com/ Busch Global is more than a franchise development company. They help you reach your organizational goals through intellige

In his 6th guest hosted episode while we were on tour, IFPG President catches up with Jacob Grady from Surface Experts to discuss the founding story, the business opportunity, and more.

Due to time constraints, we unfortunately didn’t have time to interview Denny’s Chief Global Development Officer, Steve Dunn, when we went to visit their HQ. Luckily, Steve was gracious enough to hop back on the phone with us! In this interview, co-host Zack Fishman leads a discussion on how Denny’s is positioning itself for quick growth overseas, what markets they have seen success in thus far and tips/tricks for brands looking to expand internationally. SPONSORS: SCORPION INTERNET MARKETING www.Scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit www.Scorpion.co/mb RALLO: www.rallio.com Rallio is a powerful combination of social media te

In his 5th guest hosted episode while we were on tour, IFPG President catches up with CHHJ’s very own Dana Hansen to review their business opportunity in more detail.

In the home stretch of the 7 week long summer tour, the team navigates to the magnificent SE Brands Headquarters to meet with Co-Founder & President Dave Mortensen, VP of Operations Jennifer Yiangou, and President of newly acquired Basecamp Fitness for a dynamic group chat. We discuss the founding story, some advice on how to sustain a healthy zor/zee relationship and some exciting initiatives on the horizon for Self Esteem Brands. SPONSORS: SCORPION INTERNET MARKETING www.Scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit www.Scorpion.co/mb BUSCH GLOBAL: buschglobal.com/ Busch Global is more than a franchise development company. They he

After the long trip from Chicago to Minneapolis, the F.com team head over to the offices of FranchiseTimes to turn the tables and interview Editor Laura Michaels. In this podcast, we walk through what goes into the FranchiseTimes Top 200+, some trends Laura is seeing in the franchise space and about some of their awesome conferences they host every year! SPONSORS: SCORPION INTERNET MARKETING www.Scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit www.Scorpion.co/mb BDO: www.bdo.co Successful franchise systems are based on a consistent approach to business processes and compliance, as well as sound operational and financial controls. BDO i

After a great discussion with Susan Beth and an awesome lunch at Portillo’s (thanks again Barb) we sit down with dynamic mother/daughter duo, Moran Family of Brands CEO Barb Moran and Director of Marketing Amanda Ploger. In this chat, we talk about what’s like to work in a family business, being powerful women in a male-dominated automotive space and the tools Moran Family of Brands provides for their franchisees to make them successful. SPONSORS: SCORPION INTERNET MARKETING www.Scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit www.Scorpion.co/mb BDO: www.bdo.co Successful franchise systems are based on a consistent approach to business

Fresh off of sleeping in real beds at the Fishman house, the boys head out to the offices of Moran Family of Brands. Along the way, we convinced our good friend and NRD Capital COO Susan Beth to come join us for a quick interview! In this discussion, we start by talking about Susan’s lifelong journey in franchising at her family’s business, Sparkle Wash. Then, we dig into Susan’s decision to leave for NRD Capital, some of the portfolio companies they represent and some exciting new initiatives for the brands under her watch. SPONSORS: SCORPION INTERNET MARKETING www.Scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit www.Scorpion.co/mb BDO

Another stop in Detroit Michigan takes us to the offices of Clarity Voice, a supplier sponsor who does business with a number of great brands that we’ve met along the way. In this interview, Ryan Hicks sits with Clarity Voice CEO Gary Goerke to discuss everything from personal stories of impact to how VOIP services and two way SMS technology can help businesses gain an edge by communicating with customers via text message. SPONSORS: www.Scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit www.Scorpion.co/mb

Before their trip to the Windy City, the boys stop by Zoup HQ to chat with Partner Richard Simtob and Zoup’s Director of Franchise Development, Richard Zimmer. In this discussion, we talk about some of the new technological advancements on the horizon, delicious new menu items primed to help Zoup differentiate and what a typical franchise candidate looks like for Zoup. SPONSORS: SCORPION INTERNET MARKETING www.Scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit www.Scorpion.co/mb RALLO: www.rallio.com Rallio is a powerful combination of social media technology and local agency The easy-to-use technology enables franchisors and their fra

The boys make their way to the shadows of the University of Michigan’s Big House to chat with FranWorth CEO John Rotche and President Dave Keil. In this discussion, we go through some exciting new investments FranWorth has made, their strategies for keeping their franchisees profitable and the cultural traditions that have followed Rotche throughout his career. Plus, don’t miss John Rotche’s new book as well: https://www.amazon.com/REACH-Reach-Out-High-Back-ebook/dp/B07VBPLZRD SPONSORS: SCORPION INTERNET MARKETING www.Scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit www.Scorpion.co/mb RALLO: www.rallio.com Rallio is a powerful combin

In this quick riff between co-hosts Ryan Hicks and Zack Fishman, we reflect on some of our awesome sponsors we had along the tour. 7 sponsors were in the Entrepreneur Top Supplier List, 6 of which were #1. Congrats to all of our sponsors and thank you for all of your support!

With a desire to change people’s lives in a positive way, Heather Hudson and her husband Shannon Hudson set out to create a unique fitness concept that was unlike anything the world had seen before: a 9-circuit, 30-minute kickboxing fitness concept. After opening their first 9Round location in 2008, during a time of financial crisis, the impressive duo worked relentlessly to build a successful brand. By 2012 they had grown to 100 locations opened and currently sit at 800 locations in 19 countries (soon to be 20!). In this episode, Heather Hudson shares her story of the foundation that the 9Round brand was built on and the influences she has had along the way. Listen in, and get ready to be empowered!

Due to major demand in the great State of Michigan, co-host Zack Fishman jets to Pet Supplies HQ to chat with COO Miles Tedder (and of course, Phoebe the cockatoo). In this episode, we talk about some amazing programs that PSP provides for their franchisees, how they are using technology to gain an edge and where Miles sees room for innovation in the pet services space in the years to come. SPONSORS: SCORPION INTERNET MARKETING www.Scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit www.Scorpion.co/mb RALLO: www.rallio.com Rallio is a powerful combination of social media technology and local agency The easy-to-use technology enables franc

The guys make a much anticipated visit to Goldfish Swim School’s HQ to hang out close friend and co-founder/COO, Andrew McCuiston. In this chat, we talk about the origin story of Goldfish, some awesome new programs/partnerships they have recently established and strategies behind their rapid growth! SPONSORS: SCORPION INTERNET MARKETING www.Scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit www.Scorpion.co/mb BDO: www.bdo.co Successful franchise systems are based on a consistent approach to business processes and compliance, as well as sound operational and financial controls. BDO is a leader in franchise accounting and advisory services,

Finishing out a long day of travel, the gang sits down for a great interview with Ziebart Director of Marketing, Larisa Walega and their Senior Franchise Development Manager, Amanda House. In this interview, we talk through some new initiatives on the horizon for the brand, their plans for continued growth domestically/internationally and their “ideal franchise candidate” profile! SPONSORS: SCORPION INTERNET MARKETING www.Scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit www.Scorpion.co/mb BDO: www.bdo.co Successful franchise systems are based on a consistent approach to business processes and compliance, as well as sound operational and

The F.com crew continues their way North to Toledo, Ohio to sit down with Marco’s President & COO, Tony Libardi. In this episode, we talk about how Marco’s sets themselves apart from the other “big” pizza franchisors, how they are adjusting to the consumer’s changing dining habits and some major milestones the brand has reached in the past year. SPONSORS: SCORPION INTERNET MARKETING www.Scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit www.Scorpion.co/mb VALYANT.AI: www.valyant.ai Imagine automating the order taking process at your restaurant and freeing your employees to focus on food preparation, payment processing and order accuracy.

After a very long trip from the East Coast, we kick off our Midwest swing in Cleveland with Quaker Steak & Lube VP of Operations and Franchise Services, Bruce Lane. In this segment, we discuss QSL’s approach to operational excellence, their methodology behind finding the right franchisee and some exciting initiatives on the horizon made possible by being part of a large holding company like TravelCenters of America. SPONSORS: SCORPION INTERNET MARKETING: www.Scorpion.co/mb Named the #1 franchise marketing company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine, Scorpion delivers all-in-one solutions for franchise brands looking to defeat disjointed marketing and increase revenue. As a marketing partner, Scorpion assists franchises in the management of branding, website design, online listings, paid advertising, and more, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. To learn more, visit www.Scorpion.co/mb VALYANT.AI: www.valyant.ai Imagine automating the order taking process at your restaurant and freeing your employ