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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.

Kayla Seely has helped grow Red Barn Dog Holdings into Dogtopia's largest franchisee group with 36 locations across 10 states
  • Kevin Behan
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Andy Kumar builds a culture centered on leadership development, operational excellence, and community impact
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,709 Reads 3 Shares
After selling a garbage collection company, Paola Horvath grew Orangetheory Fitness from 3 studios to 19
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,078 Reads
James Bullock left a successful medical sales career to build a 14-unit Tropical Smoothie Cafe business
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,864 Reads 67 Shares
Dave Baumgartner says his business' rapid expansion comes from developing people and building infrastructure for success
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,656 Reads 3 Shares
Brian Bailey's operation is the largest Domino's franchise organization in the U.S.
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,436 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
  • 2,361 Reads 4 Shares
After years of coaching franchisees and studying the business model, Jonathan Steward became a franchisee himself
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,432 Reads 9 Shares
Lisa Starnes, a Captain D's franchisee, embraces excellence, practicality, and people-first leadership
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,927 Reads
Misha Punwani carries a data-plus-empathy mindset into marketing, leadership, and franchise operations
  • Kevin Behan
  • 7,586 Reads 44 Shares
Dr. Eric Jenkins says infrastructure and culture are crucial to running his 8 MassageLuXe locations
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,125 Reads 9 Shares
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After taking over the family business, Matt Davis became Honey Baked Ham's largest franchisee
  • Kevin Behan
  • 7,341 Reads 18 Shares
Stephanie Altenburger builds a legacy through dedication to her leadership team, employees, and studio members
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,037 Reads 7 Shares
David Weeks, a former football player, left his corporate job to score a fulfilling career in franchising
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,742 Reads 11 Shares
For Tracy Savasta, success is building a business that supports both clients and employees
  • Kevin Behan
  • 11,033 Reads 174 Shares
Cynthia Maxwell's entrepreneurial journey began in high school when she sold purses to her teachers.
  • Kevin Behan
  • 6,699 Reads 4 Shares
Tom Lovelace wants to ensure his business is in good hands for his family members
  • Kevin Behan
  • 13,790 Reads 9 Shares
Last summer, Amol R. Kohli became chairman of the board of Brinx Holdings
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,054 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
  • 8,481 Reads 9 Shares
Franchisee Val Hill left the security of the corporate world and never looked back
  • Kevin Behan
  • 7,994 Reads 238 Shares
Within the next decade, Christopher Aslam hopes to achieve 150 units and a $1 billion valuation
  • Kevin Behan
  • 6,568 Reads 12 Shares
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"Protecting your focus is just as important as pursuing opportunity."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 8,050 Reads 7 Shares
"We're here to help people. What you put into people comes back around. KBP's culture is competitive and compassionate."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 14,258 Reads 675 Shares
"We took our shot, which was a calculated risk, and the rest is history."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 14,350 Reads 68 Shares
"The best days are when we promote team members and open new restaurants."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 11,380 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
  • 5,531 Reads 8 Shares
"It's easy to start strong, but sustaining performance every day matters most, and it takes real discipline."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 11,402 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
  • 7,280 Reads 73 Shares
Sumit Bansal says a balance of structure and independence creates ownership, accountability, and strong performance
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,379 Reads 6 Shares
Longtime franchisee places priority on hospitality and customer experience to build loyalty and relationships. 
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,883 Reads 2 Shares

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