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Franchising is a business model that has led millions to financial success. Every franchisee has a singular story - of where they've been, how they chose franchising, and of the challenges they've overcome on their pathway to personal and business success. Franchising.com brings these real-life stories to you online. Someday your story may appear here as well.

Andy Kumar builds a culture centered on leadership development, operational excellence, and community impact
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After selling a garbage collection company, Paola Horvath grew Orangetheory Fitness from 3 studios to 19
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,794 Reads
James Bullock left a successful medical sales career to build a 14-unit Tropical Smoothie Cafe business
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  • 1,594 Reads 65 Shares
Dave Baumgartner says his business' rapid expansion comes from developing people and building infrastructure for success
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  • 2,435 Reads 3 Shares
Brian Bailey's operation is the largest Domino's franchise organization in the U.S.
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,199 Reads 6 Shares
With his father as a role model and mentor, Alex Anthraper built a 23-unit portfolio spanning IHOP and Applebee's
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,256 Reads 4 Shares
After years of coaching franchisees and studying the business model, Jonathan Steward became a franchisee himself
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,391 Reads 9 Shares
Lisa Starnes, a Captain D's franchisee, embraces excellence, practicality, and people-first leadership
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  • 3,879 Reads
Misha Punwani carries a data-plus-empathy mindset into marketing, leadership, and franchise operations
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  • 7,527 Reads 44 Shares
Dr. Eric Jenkins says infrastructure and culture are crucial to running his 8 MassageLuXe locations
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,094 Reads 9 Shares
After taking over the family business, Matt Davis became Honey Baked Ham's largest franchisee
  • Kevin Behan
  • 7,300 Reads 18 Shares
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Stephanie Altenburger builds a legacy through dedication to her leadership team, employees, and studio members
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  • 4,986 Reads 7 Shares
David Weeks, a former football player, left his corporate job to score a fulfilling career in franchising
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,695 Reads 11 Shares
For Tracy Savasta, success is building a business that supports both clients and employees
  • Kevin Behan
  • 10,983 Reads 174 Shares
Cynthia Maxwell's entrepreneurial journey began in high school when she sold purses to her teachers.
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  • 6,639 Reads 4 Shares
Tom Lovelace wants to ensure his business is in good hands for his family members
  • Kevin Behan
  • 13,730 Reads 9 Shares
Last summer, Amol R. Kohli became chairman of the board of Brinx Holdings
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,010 Reads 5 Shares
Tamra Kennedy says her mission is to protect the franchising model that has served her and her team so well
  • Kevin Behan
  • 8,452 Reads 9 Shares
Franchisee Val Hill left the security of the corporate world and never looked back
  • Kevin Behan
  • 7,956 Reads 238 Shares
Within the next decade, Christopher Aslam hopes to achieve 150 units and a $1 billion valuation
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  • 6,529 Reads 12 Shares
"Protecting your focus is just as important as pursuing opportunity."
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  • 8,018 Reads 6 Shares
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"We're here to help people. What you put into people comes back around. KBP's culture is competitive and compassionate."
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  • 14,195 Reads 674 Shares
"We took our shot, which was a calculated risk, and the rest is history."
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  • 14,299 Reads 68 Shares
"The best days are when we promote team members and open new restaurants."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 11,341 Reads 69 Shares
"Our organization is founded on the belief that happy team members are more productive and present. They fully embrace the company culture."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,511 Reads 8 Shares
"It's easy to start strong, but sustaining performance every day matters most, and it takes real discipline."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 11,359 Reads 427 Shares
"When you own a franchise, you are handed a playbook for success. That's what I like about the franchise system."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 7,241 Reads 73 Shares
Sumit Bansal says a balance of structure and independence creates ownership, accountability, and strong performance
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,358 Reads 6 Shares
Longtime franchisee places priority on hospitality and customer experience to build loyalty and relationships. 
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,851 Reads 2 Shares
Ronnie and Susan Morris were named Noble Cause MVPs for their support of cancer and diabetes research
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,643 Reads 5 Shares

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