Franchise Today Blog

Wednesday, April 17, 2024 "Mastering the Franchise Future: Ford Saeks Blueprint for Marketing, Leadership and Embracing AI."

Unlocking the Secrets to Franchise Success with Ford Saeks: A Journey Through Expertise and InnovationIn a world where entrepreneurship evolves at the speed of light, Ford Saeks stands as a beacon fo...

Monday, March 25, 2024 Show Notes for “Ace Handyman Services: A Blueprint for Growth and Expansion”

Show Notes for “Ace Handyman Services: A Blueprint for Growth and Expansion”Introduction:Welcome listeners to this episode where we delve into the fascinating growth story of Ace Hardware’s 2019 acqui...

Thursday, March 14, 2024 "Journey Through Franchising: An Insightful Conversation with John 'Johnny Franchise' Francis"

Introduction: In this enlightening episode of Franchise Today, host Stan Friedman welcomes back franchise expert, advisor, and speaker, John Francis, also known as "Johnny Franchise." John delves into...

Monday, March 4, 2024 Show Notes for Episode: The Impact of IFA on Franchising Success

Main Theme: The Vital Role of IFA in FranchisingWelcome to this week's episode where we’ll dive into the significant influence of the International Franchise Association (IFA) on professionals within ...

Wednesday, February 28, 2024 The Impact of IFA on Franchise Success!

Welcome to this week's Blog Post, highlighting this week’s celebration of IFA, through "The Many Voices of Franchising," where some 3 dozen soundbites were shared at FRM Solutions Booth during the IFA...

Thursday, February 22, 2024 From Naval Skies to Burger Fries - Doug Wilmarth’s Career Flight

Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode, we navigate the career journey of Doug Wilmarth, from his days as a navy pilot to becoming a pivotal figure in the marketing and restaurant industry. We’ll...

Thursday, February 22, 2024 From Navy Wings to Sizzling Burgers: Doug Willmarth’s Trailblazing Journey!

Doug Willmarth shares his career journey from being a navy pilot to finding his passion in marketing and the restaurant business, leading to various roles including chief marketing officer at Wingstop...

Wednesday, February 7, 2024 Matt Haller Show Notes

Show Notes: Season # 15, Episode # 6 - “Franchise Smarter” with Matt Haller, CEO of the International Franchise AssociationWelcome to [Franchise Today, where week over week, we delve into all of the i...

Monday, February 5, 2024 IFA CEO Matt Haller and the Countdown to Convention: "Franchise Smarter" in 2024!

It's not too late: Register for the IFA Convention Feb.17-20 in Phoenix. Use Promo Code "TODAY" and save $100This week on Franchise Today, Matt Haller, President and CEO of the International Franchis...

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 Show Notes for Season 15, Episode 5: The Intersection of Marketing and Technology with Heather Anderson

Show Notes for Season 15, Episode 5: The Intersection of Marketing and Technology with Heather AndersonWelcome to Franchise Today, the podcast where we dive deep into the stories of the movers and sha...

Thursday, January 25, 2024 Anytime Fitness: A Franchising Phenomenon with a Personal Touch

Are you seeking inspiration to take the leap into the world of franchising? Look no further than the story of Dave Mortensen, a man whose journey in the fitness industry exemplifies the power of visio...

Tuesday, January 16, 2024 Franchising in 2024: Steering Through a Sea of Change

As the sun rises on a new year, the tea leaves and business landscape in franchising appear to suggest that we are at the helm of a transformative era. This evolution, brought on by a wave of new leg...