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Wednesday, August 24, 2022 A Grand Welcome to Brandon Ezra, Founder and CEO of Grand Welcome!

Brandon Ezra started Grand Welcome with a handful of condominiums in Mammoth Lakes and grew his property management company to be one of the largest i...

Wednesday, August 17, 2022 Tony Zaccario, President and CEO, Stretch Zone: Turning Passion into Profits!

This week’s interview is with an amazing, rising star of franchising, Tony Zaccario, who at the age of 28, is President and CEO of Stretch Zone. For ...

Wednesday, August 10, 2022 Serial Entrepreneur, Gregg Majewski, CEO, Mongolian Concepts Restaurant Group

Today, as CEO of Mongolian Concepts Restaurant Group, Gregg Majewski sits at the helm of 3 brands: Ghengiss Grill, Flat Top Grills and BD’s Mongolia...

Wednesday, August 3, 2022 Serial Entrepreneur Chuck Bongiovanni, on Majestic Residences

Chuck Bongiovanni is an accomplished, serial entrepreneur, with a knack for identifying challenges, facing them head on and creating win/win solutions...

Wednesday, July 27, 2022 JDOG Brands: Co-Founder, CEO, Jerry Flanagan, Respect, Integrity, Trust!

Jerry Flanagan is an Army Veteran and entrepreneur who, along with his wife Tracy, have created a national brand, dedicated to empowering Veterans thr...

Wednesday, July 20, 2022 TLC Leads to Stellar Growth at Slim Chickens: Tom Gordon, Co-Founder and CEO!

Providing personal and tailored support for franchisees in a rapidly growing system, co-founder and Slim Chickens CEO, Tom Gordon, is the driving lead...

Wednesday, July 13, 2022 Paris Baguette North America, CDO: Mark Mele

Leadership experience and building and guiding franchise brands, that’s what Mark Mele is all about. A Certified Franchise Executive, Mark Mele is an...

Wednesday, July 6, 2022 A Happy 4th of July Encore! Mary Jane Riva Pizza Factory

For over 30 years, Pizza Factory has stayed true to its roots. Hardworking owners and staff, family-friendly dining, and a high-quality product make t...

Wednesday, June 29, 2022 John Teza, CEO at Hand and Stone, Returns, this week on Franchise Today!

It’s been just short of two years, since John Teza made a really big career move, leaving behind 20 years of restaurant franchising, to become the Pre...

Wednesday, June 22, 2022 Dave Keil: Franchise For Good! The "Non-Profit" Side of FranWorth!

Franchise For Good is a 501(c)(3) organization, founded to guide the growth of nonprofit organizations by leveraging proven best practices of franchis...

Wednesday, June 15, 2022 Kevin Bazner, CEO of A&W Restaurants: America's Oldest Food Franchise

Today’s guest is Kevin Bazner, CEO of one of America’s historic, if not iconic and legendary restaurant franchise brands. Are you thinking McDonalds, ...

Wednesday, June 8, 2022 Franworth President Dave Keil: Our Tested Blueprint for Franchise Success!

One can only wonder what it might be like to be surrounded in business, by leaders the likes of David Barr, current and past member or chair of dozens...

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Eric Mayers on 8/7/2024

If you're listening to this podcast then you are learning from the best minds in franchising. Stan does a terrific job of pulling the jewels out of each franchise luminary he features on Franchise To...

Dan Einzig on 4/9/2024

I've been listening to Franchise Today podcast for over a year as I start franchising journey. I feel like Stan and all his Franchise Today guests are giving me a MBA in franchising! The authentic sto...

Ashly Loza on 3/14/2024

I love hearing authentic stories of franchise founders and executives, and Franchise Today delivers just that, week after week! This podcast isn't just a recommendation; it's a genuine testament to th...

Graham Chapman on 2/9/2024

Stan has been a key mentor for me as I've navigated this crazy world of franchising for the last 15+ years. He's a fountain of knowledge and one of the most impressive relationship builders I've eve...

Sydney Wiseman on 2/2/2024

Franchise Today is such a wonderful resource for entertainment, learning, and professional development. Highly recommend a listen!

Bill Chaffee on 1/26/2024

Stan, Thanks again for your great interviews. I was recently asked to rate you and your podcast. Well, the problem is how do you rate a superstar. You have done more for franchising and franchisees ...

Doug McGregor on 1/23/2024

I always look forward to Stan's podcast. The quality of his guests is outstanding and Stan's interview style just can't be beat.

Paul Segreto on 1/15/2024

I believe I need more than five stars as I founded Franchise Today in 2009. Stan convinced me to keep it going five or so years ago, and joined me as co-host. Two years later my focus shifted and I t...

Julie Cartwright - President, Pvolve on 1/2/2024

I had the pleasure of being a guest on Franchise Today with Stan Friedman. Stan's meticulous preparation and attention to detail were remarkable. He thoroughly understood our franchise model before bo...

Kathryn "Kater" Danford on 12/19/2023

How I love Franchise Today Podcast? There are many reasons that this 14+ yr old podcast shines. There are interviews that cover various aspects to franchising to listen and learn from. I feel behind w...

jcart! on 12/12/2023

I loved getting to know Stan Friedman and being on his podcast. The most amazing thing happened, a top franchisee candidate reached out after listening to our podcast and engaged in conversations w...

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