The Franchise Life
Welcome to The Franchise Life, where we welcome entrepreneurs, dreamers, diversifiers, and anyone looking to make a transition towards freedom and financial success. I’m Stacie Shannon. A true lover of all things “entrepreneurism.” I currently reside in Palm Beach County, Florida, and spent 21 years working in the aviation industry - until I ultimately found my true passion through business ownership! Since then, I have never looked back. I absolutely love what I do. Day in and day out, I work with individuals hoping to explore franchise ownership opportunities. In this show, you will learn more about the franchise discovery process. You’ll hear directly from entrepreneurs themselves about their successes and their struggles. We will also be highlighting some of our favorite, most successful franchise brands for you to learn more about. We’ll raise some questions, find some answers, have some laughs and perhaps even share a drink or two all while inspiring you to perhaps consid...
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Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
In this episode of The Franchise Life, Stacie is joined by Patrick Kiessling, President & Franchisee of Temporary Wall Systems. Temporary Wall Systems is an exciting emerging brand that has already grown to 50+ territories sold since it began franchising in late 2022.
So what is Temporary Wall Systems? Temporary Wall Systems is the first FULL-SERVICE rental modular wall containment solution! This home-based business offers the rental, installation, and servicing of modular containment systems inside existing commercial buildings such as hospitals, office buildings, retail centers, airports, etc.
During this episode, Patrick shares how Temporary Wall Systems began and how this recurring-revenue business model has become so successful since its inception in 2017. Patrick was so impressed with the simplicity of the business model and ROI (The affiliate-owned location had Gross Sales of $1.8M, with an adjusted profit of $659k in 2021, per Item 19) that he invested in the model himself!
Why Temporary Wall Systems?
Passive Income: Collect recurring rental fees between the installation and disassembly of containment projects, making the investment work for you
Turnkey Solution: Rental, installation, and removal for a stress-free and maintenance-free customer experience
Numerous Industries & Applications: Leverage growth in the equipment rental business across the multitude of new construction and renovations taking place in a wide array of industries
Lower Start-Up Costs: Affordable for first-time franchisees
Scalable Business: Start from home and build your business
Work-Life Balance: Simple installations providing flexible hours, no time clock required
Interested in checking territory availability for Temporary Wall Systems. Reach out today to stacie@fusionfranchising.com or book a 15-min intro call to start your franchise ownership journey! Calendly - Stacie Shannon.
We match you up with the perfect franchise concepts to meet your needs and stay with you 100% throughout the process to assist with funding needs, legal needs, accountant reviews, etc. We are your franchise partners!
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Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
Welcome to the latest episode of The Franchise Life Podcast, where we talk to successful franchise owners about their experiences and insights. In this episode, Stacie Shannon is joined by Brittany Blackman, Director of Franchise Development and John McKeown, Franchise Owner of Spray-Net.
Spray-Net is known for their innovative approach to painting that has disrupted the traditional painting industry. Brittany provides insight into Spray-Net’s proprietary technology and the successes the brand is experiencing as it continues to expand nationally.
So what does it look like to be a Spray-Net franchise owner? That’s where John enters the discussion! John shares his background and what led him to invest in Spray-Net. And his background does not include any experience in painting! With that said, he shares how significant corporates training program was to his successful launch of the business and the tremendous support he receives on a continuous basis. John's testament is genuinely an example of being in business for yourself but not by yourself!
Spray-Net is a perfect opportunity for anyone looking to invest in a proven business model with clear differentiators in the home improvement space, that has built its reputation on innovation and quality.
If you are interested in learning more about Spray-Net or would like to check territory, please reach out to stacie@fusionfranchising.com
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Looking for more information on franchise opportunities and what possibilities exist for you? Schedule a free 15-minute call with Stacie @ Fusion Franchising to learn more: Calendly - Stacie Shannon.
We match you up with the perfect franchise concepts to meet your needs and stay with you 100% throughout the entire process to assist with funding needs, legal needs, accountant reviews, etc. We are your franchise partners!
Follow us on social media:
YouTube: (3) The Franchise Life - YouTube
LinkedIn: Stacie Shannon, MBA | LinkedIn
Instagram: Franchising Consulting Palm Beach (@fusionfranchising) • Instagram photos and videos
Facebook: Fusion Franchising | Facebook
Tuesday Feb 14, 2023
Tuesday Feb 14, 2023
Ep. 24 Soccer Stars - A Home-Based Biz "Kicking It Out Of The Park" with Impressive Margins!
In this week's episode of “The Franchise Life” podcast, Stacie sits down with John Erlandson, CEO & Co-Founder of Soccer Stars, and Jessica McLean, Director of Franchise Development, to discuss the Soccer Stars franchise. This unique opportunity offers potential franchisees the opportunity of a low initial investment of under $90k for a single territory in an industry that provides a high level of personal fulfillment and makes a significant difference in your community!
So what is Soccer Stars? Soccer Stars is an industry-leading soccer education system focused on youth enrichment through soccer. It is a simple, mobile business that can host fun, inclusionary classes anywhere. This includes partnering with local schools, parks, fitness facilities, and so on. The opportunity is endless!
The Soccer Stars team emphasizes the organization's mission and exemplifies this through their personal investment in the franchise program. John owns territories through the upper Northeast and points out that he would "never ask a prospective franchisee to invest in something that he has not done himself."
Although the brand has 20+ years of experience, Soccer Stars just started offering franchise opportunities in 2022, which means there is still plenty of territories available throughout the United States! An opportunity like Soccer Stars is perfect for anyone who has a passion for making a difference in kids' lives and their communities and has a passion for growing and scaling a business.
If you are interested in learning more about Soccer Stars or would like to check territory, please reach out to stacie@fusionfranchising.com
If you enjoyed this episode, give us a like and subscribe for future franchising episodes of The Franchise Life.
Learn more!
Looking for more information on franchise opportunities and what possibilities exist for you? Schedule a free 15-minute call with Stacie @ Fusion Franchising to learn more: Calendly - Stacie Shannon.
We match you up with the perfect franchise concepts to meet your needs and stay with you 100% throughout the entire process to assist with funding needs, legal needs, accountant reviews, etc. We are your franchise partners!
Follow us on social media:
YouTube: (3) The Franchise Life - YouTube
LinkedIn: Stacie Shannon, MBA | LinkedIn
Instagram: Franchising Consulting Palm Beach (@fusionfranchising) • Instagram photos and videos
Facebook: Fusion Franchising | Facebook
Tuesday Feb 07, 2023
Tuesday Feb 07, 2023
In episode 23 of The Franchise Life, Stacie is joined by Rick Mayo and Clay Allen of Alloy Personal Training. The team at Alloy Personal Training has spent three decades helping individuals realize their full potential and reach their fitness goals. After finding success in the licensing sector, Alloy founder Rick Mayo decided to pivot to franchising under the Alloy name. Stacie and Rick discuss his long history in the fitness industry and specifically with the Alloy model of small-group fitness training.
Additionally, Rick and Clay provide a comprehensive explanation of what a franchise opportunity would look like with Alloy Personal Training. To date, Alloy has roughly 100 franchised locations, a major emerging brand in the marketplace. Additionally, the experienced corporate team has developed systems to provide sufficient support to ensure prospective franchisees' success. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in taking their passion for fitness to the next level while helping others live happier and healthier lives.
If you are interested in learning more about financing for franchises or would like to explore beginning your franchise journey reach out today at stacie@fusionfranchising.com or 319.440.0857.
You can also follow us on Instagram @FusionFranchising for more tips and expertise.
Subscribe on Youtube at The Franchise Life Podcast
For more information on franchising visit us on LinkedIn: Fusion Franchising
Tuesday Jan 31, 2023
Tuesday Jan 31, 2023
This episode of "The Franchise Life" highlights an incredible brand called Fyzical Therapy and Balance Centers. Fyzical's Vice President of Development, Chris Hincker, joins the podcast to provide listeners with insight into what has contributed to Fyzical's massive growth over the past ten years, resulting in over 500+ locations nationwide.
As the world's most prominent physical therapy franchise, Fyzical sets the tone for the entire industry and has provided immense opportunities for investors nationwide to own a medical business franchise without having a medical degree! That's right. By hiring a clinical director to oversee the practice, you can invest in Fyzical and become a part of this highly successful franchise system.
Fiyzical provides traditional physical therapy services, including injury and surgery rehabilitation and specialty services like pelvic health, audiology, etc. A big differentiator for Fyzical is their proprietary Balance and Vestibular therapy for people who suffer from balance disorders like vertigo. This offering is critical because approximately 40% of the adult population will experience balance and dizziness issues in their lifetime, and very few medical professionals treat these disorders.
And the investment opportunities are bountiful with Fyzical. With several investment models, such as owner-operator, semi-passive, and area development opportunities, potential franchisees can choose the best path that fits their lifestyle and financial goals. If you are looking for a "feel good" business with multiple revenue streams, Fyzical could be the perfect fit for you!
In 2021, Fyzical's company-owned centers had an average gross revenue of $956,703 with an adjusted EBITDA of 22.4%, per their Item 19 in the 2021 FDD.
If you are interested in learning more about financing for franchises or would like to explore beginning your franchise journey reach out today at stacie@fusionfranchising.com or 319.440.0857.
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For more information on franchising, visit us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fusion-franchising/
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
In this episode of The Franchise Life Podcast podcast, Stacie sits down with Brianna Keefe, Founder & CEO of Toastique. At 28 years old, Brianna was recognized as a Forbes "30 under 30" entrepreneur in 2022, along with many other recognitions. What an accomplishment!
Stacie and Brianna discuss the "Toastique" brand, a gourmet toast and juice bar focused on bringing nutritious "grab and go" dining options to communities nationwide. Toastiques focus on quality and transparency is also unparalleled. Brianna shares how each Toastique location candidly displays the derivative of their ingredients and how products are locally sourced, prepared in-house, and all-natural.
Brianna discusses the impact of having success at a young age, her passion for the brand, and the challenge of scaling while remaining consistent with the product delivered in each location. Brianna also highlights current opportunities for potential franchisees and the company's general direction as a whole. If you're considering franchising in the fast-casual dining industry, this episode is a must-listen!
Since offering its franchise concept in 2020, Toastique has awarded over 60 locations and continues expanding its brand nationwide.
If you are interested in learning more about financing for franchises or would like to explore beginning your franchise journey reach out today at stacie@fusionfranchising.com or 319.440.0857.
You can also follow us on Instagram @FusionFranchising for more tips and expertise.
Subscribe on Youtube at The Franchise Life Podcast
For more information on franchising visit us on LinkedIn: Fusion Franchising
Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
In the 20th Episode of The Franchise Life Podcast, I sit down with Kristen Gordon, National Accounts Manager for Benetrends Financial. We outline financing options for individuals looking to purchase a franchise. Franchise ownership can be an excellent way to achieve your business goals, but it is important to have a clear understanding of the financing process before you make any decisions. In this podcast, we discuss the different types of financing available to franchisees and provide tips on how to get approved for a loan. I also present Kristen with real world examples to help you identify the best options in a variety of industries.
If you're interested in learning more about financing for franchises or would like to explore beginning your own franchise journey reach out today at stacie@fusionfranchising.com or 319.440.0857. You can also follow us on instagram @FusionFranchising for more tips and expertise
Tuesday Jan 10, 2023
Tuesday Jan 10, 2023
In this episode, we dive into the top 5 "Trending Franchise Segments of 2023"!
Highlights of these trending segments include:
Home Services Investments
Home-based businesses for less than $200k total investment
A Restoration concept that has 28.5% NET margins!
A Painting concept with proprietary technology that has AVG Gross Margins of 59%!
Real-Estate Investments
Full-service vacation rental property management companyRecurring revenue, minimal staff, semi-passive ownership, and total investment under $160k
Non-medical assisted living homesInvest in residential property and turn a home into a boutique-style assisted living home
Each resident pays between $6,500 to $10,000 per month for their room
Total investment starts at $118K!
Health & Wellness Investments
No medical experience is needed for most concepts in this segment!
Mental Health ClinicsStrong recurring revenue stream, insurance-based, flexible hours, telehealth
Strong semi-passive business model, manage the Clinical Director.
Total investment between $200-$400k.
Anti-Aging, Wellness, MedSpa'sMultiple revenue streams include hormone replacement therapy, IV Vitamin Infusions, Nutrition Guidance, Weight Loss, Botox, Hydrafacials, BodySculpting, Medical Grade Skin Care
Investment Range starts at $325k
Pet Industry Investments
Globally, the pet industry will catapult to a $350B industry by 2027!
Home-based business modelsInclude pet care, dog training, pet grooming
Investment start as low as $80k!
Doggie Day Cares & Boarding FacilitiesOutstanding Revenues for one concept include:Avg. Gross Sales = $1.1M, Net Operating Profit = $342K
Total Investment Range: $358k ++++
Food & Beverage Investments
QSR Concepts offers more health-focused options as Consumers are increasingly seeking out nutritious “grab-and-go” dining optionsA QSR brand that focuses on gourmet toasts, juices, etc. has AVG Gross Sales of $847,710, with an AVG NET Profit of $173k!
Mobile Food ConceptsA mobile food concept that focuses on special events, has minimal staff, and little overheads have NET Profit Margins of 83.8% for owner-operators, and the total investment is under $253k!
BreweriesHot, hot, hot! Craft brews continue to gain more and more momentum! This is a hot industry to invest in and leverage a national supply chain for the brews.
This is a great episode to listen to and gain exposure to the breadth of opportunities available in the franchising industry!
If you are interested in learning more about any of these concepts or franchising in general, you can reach out to us at stacie@fusionfranchising.com or 319.440.0857.
Please give us a follow on Instagram @fusionfranchising for future episodes.
Your can also view all episodes on YouTube at The Franchise Life Podcast .
Tuesday Dec 13, 2022
Tuesday Dec 13, 2022
DonutNV is an interactive, mobile franchise opportunity that is fun to operate and highly profitable! Their offering includes hot mini donuts, fresh squeezed lemonade, other juices, and hot and iced coffee, including their signature NVous iced coffee!
The ongoing vision at DonutNV is to build a brand that makes guests say, "WOW!" The concept is designed to be memorable and offers extreme flexibility for owners to pick & choose what events they would like to participate in, whether a green market, corporate events, graduations, weddings, birthday parties, festivals, concerts, fundraisers, and so much more. The possibilities are limitless.
Joining me in this episode is Jen Cain, Vice President of Franchise Development for DonutNV. Jen touches on topics such as the technology behind the business, its proprietary product line, turnkey trailers, minimal employees, and various ownership models.
With over 50 franchisees throughout the United States today, this brand is capturing the attention of investors due to its low investment cost and business model flexibility.
Interested in learning more about DonutNV market availability and investment levels? Reach out to us today at stacie@fusionfranchising.com or 319.440.0857.
Please give us a follow on Instagram @fusionfranchising for future episodes. https://www.instagram.com/fusionfranchising/?igshid=NmNmNjAwNzg%3D
Tuesday Dec 06, 2022
Tuesday Dec 06, 2022
Today, Grand Welcome is one of the fastest-growing franchise systems leveraging the highly fractured, $81 billion-dollar short-term vacation rental market.
Brandon Ezra, Founder and CEO of Grand Welcome, joins me in this episode to share his entrepreneurial story and give us an inside look at why this brand, with over 50 locations throughout the US today, is on a significant growth trajectory.
Ezra states, "Our long-term focus is on providing unprecedented value and service to our franchisees and property owners via technology and marketing. The goal is to produce high revenue vacation rentals and best-in-class 5-star service for our vacationing guests— our ultimate goal is to reshape the vacation rental industry."
Grand Welcome is a home-based business that offers owner-operator or semi-passive ownership models and can start with as few as zero employees. Not only that, but Grand Welcome corporate offers a 24/7 customer service line + outbound sales support that all franchisees can leverage to help grow and manage their businesses quickly and efficiently!
Interested in learning more about Grand Welcome market availability and investment levels? Reach out to us today at https://www.instagram.com/fusionfranchising/?igshid=NmNmNjAwNzg%3D
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