Real Life Stories From Successful Franchisees

Franchising Succes Stories

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.

"Protecting your focus is just as important as pursuing opportunity."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,945 Reads 6 Shares
"We're here to help people. What you put into people comes back around. KBP's culture is competitive and compassionate."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 6,647 Reads 652 Shares
"We took our shot, which was a calculated risk, and the rest is history."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 6,685 Reads 64 Shares
"The best days are when we promote team members and open new restaurants."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,583 Reads 67 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
  • 2,984 Reads 8 Shares
"It's easy to start strong, but sustaining performance every day matters most, and it takes real discipline."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 7,042 Reads 418 Shares
"When you own a franchise, you are handed a playbook for success. That's what I like about the franchise system."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,302 Reads 3 Shares
Sumit Bansal says a balance of structure and independence creates ownership, accountability, and strong performance
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,084 Reads 6 Shares
Longtime franchisee places priority on hospitality and customer experience to build loyalty and relationships. 
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,694 Reads 2 Shares
Ronnie and Susan Morris were named Noble Cause MVPs for their support of cancer and diabetes research
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,879 Reads 5 Shares
Former Baltimore Raven James Ihedigbo is the 2025 Influencer for Former Pro Athlete MVP
  • Kevin Behan
  • 6,596 Reads 205 Shares
American Family Care
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Phong Huynh, an El Pollo Loco franchisee, earns the American Dream MVP
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,633 Reads 74 Shares
Grady Hinchman's idea for a membership program helped him win the 2025 Innovation Award MVP
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,766 Reads 4 Shares
Ray and Monica Harrigill, who operate wellness and hotel brands, are the 2025 Spirit of Franchising MVPs
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,624 Reads 58 Shares
Chanel Grant, the 2025 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion MVP, teaches others to follow in her footsteps
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,446 Reads 4 Shares
Chad Given, the Mega-Growth Leadership MVP, has overseen the quick development of Wingstop units
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,694 Reads 8 Shares
Nick Crouch, a Tropical Smoothie Café franchisee, is co-winner of the Single-Brand Leadership MVP
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,325 Reads 16 Shares
Sam Chand, a former delivery boy, is named the 2025 Multi-Brand Leadership MVP
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,909 Reads 5 Shares
James Brajdic, one of two Single-Brand Leadership MVP winners, has an enduring relationship with A&W
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,981 Reads 11 Shares
Julie and Scott Beville, who operate 20 Chicken Salad Chick locations, are the 2025 Influencer for Husband & Wife Team MVP
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,791 Reads 2 Shares
Carrie and Josh Ayers, the Veteran Entrepreneurship MVPs, operate multiple Playa Bowls units
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,036 Reads 3 Shares
GoTo Foods
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Jacob Webb focuses on growing his business and building solid teams
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,379 Reads 8 Shares
Yousuf Nabi honors his father's legacy with Mrs. Fields while expanding the business with new brands
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,385 Reads 86 Shares
Lauren Johnson credits her cousin, Bryce Bares, with guiding her into franchising
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,802 Reads 7 Shares
Jerome Johnson's keys to success include sweat equity and reinvesting in the business
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,712 Reads 189 Shares
Kim Freid embraces Apex Leadership Co.'s fundraising and training programs
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,604 Reads 7 Shares
A suggestion from his dad led Patrick Elgin down the path to franchising with Sola Salon Studios
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,793 Reads 66 Shares
Scarlett Dalton describes her husband and herself as "Camp Bow Wow's biggest cheerleaders"
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,587 Reads 233 Shares
James Brajdic developed a taste for A&W long before becoming a multi-unit owner
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,062 Reads 6 Shares
Nebraska-based Bryce Bares left practicing law to experience the benefits of franchising
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,306 Reads 9 Shares

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