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 r...

Wednesday, February 7, 2024 IFA CEO Matt Haller and the Countdown to Convention: "Franchise Smarter in 2024"

This week on Franchise Today, Matt Haller, President and CEO of the International Franchise Association (IFA). offered a deep dive into various critic...

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 The Intersection of Marketing and Technology with Heather Anderson

Heather Anderson shares her journey from working at a digital marketing agency to becoming Vice President of Marketing and Operations at The Little Gy...

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 The Intersection of Marketing and Technology with Heather Anderson

Heather Anderson shares her journey from working at a digital marketing agency to becoming Vice President of Marketing and Operations at The Little Gy...

Wednesday, January 24, 2024 The Inspiring Journey of a Fitness Empire!

Meet Dave Mortensen, the visionary co-founder and president of Self Esteem Brands, who along with partner and co-founder Chuck Runyon, have taken the ...

Wednesday, January 17, 2024 Franchise Financing Icon Ron Feldman: Successfully Navigate 2024's Challenges!

As we enter 2024 franchising as a business model is navigating a complex landscape of challenges, including new legislation that affects their operati...

Wednesday, January 17, 2024 Franchise Financing Icon Ron Feldman: Successfully Navigate 2024’s Challenges!

As we enter 2024 franchising as a business model is navigating a complex landscape of challenges, including new legislation that affects their operati...

Wednesday, January 10, 2024 Jason Feifer, Editor in Chief: Entrepreneur Magazine

Jason Feifer in the Editor in Chief at Entrepreneur Magazine.  Like most of us in the franchise world, Jason never anticipated that small businesses o...

Wednesday, January 3, 2024 Jonathan (JT) Thiessen, CDO at Home Franchise Concepts Kicks Off 2024

With more than 30 years in the franchise space that includes 20 years leading Fran Dev at Home Franchise Concepts, JT opened doors and created opportu...

Wednesday, December 20, 2023 1800 Packouts Pres. Stefan Figley Ends Season 14 and We Look Ahead To '24.

Stefan Figley is President of 1-800-PACKOUTS. Since 2013, 1-800-Packouts has been shaping the contents restoration industry. Their story begins with a...

Wednesday, December 13, 2023 Romp n' Roll, Act Two: Babz and Michael Barnett Tell Their Amazing Story!

This week we hear from Babz and Michael Barnett, a husband and wife franchisor team at the head of the table at Romp & Roll.  Romp n' Roll is a young ...

Wednesday, December 6, 2023 Ron Bender and Threshold Brands: Opening Doors to Better Lifestyles!

Ron Bender is an experienced Franchise Professional, dedicated to helping people improve their lives through franchise ownership with transparency and...

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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...

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...

on 2/2/2024

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

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 ...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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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