From exile at 17 to CEO of a billion-dollar franchise platform. Shirin Bezhadi’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and remarkable leadership. Hear how she scaled Budget Blinds/Home Franchise Concepts, survived a brain tumor, and turned adversity into her greatest advantage.📌 Key Takeaways
Exile and hardship can fuel resilience and leadership ambition.
Fractional CFO work can shape company growth and PE exits.
Health crises sharpen clarity and leadership priorities.
Scaling a franchise requires iterative testing, discipline, and creativity.
Private equity exits demand operational maturity and cultural reinvention.
She’s now sharing the playbook in her soon to be released book, "The Unexpected CEO."
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