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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.

Ronnie and Susan Morris were named Noble Cause MVPs for their support of cancer and diabetes research
  • Kevin Behan
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Former Baltimore Raven James Ihedigbo is the 2025 Influencer for Former Pro Athlete MVP
  • Kevin Behan
  • 9,559 Reads 380 Shares
Phong Huynh, an El Pollo Loco franchisee, earns the American Dream MVP
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  • 7,740 Reads 75 Shares
Grady Hinchman's idea for a membership program helped him win the 2025 Innovation Award MVP
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Ray and Monica Harrigill, who operate wellness and hotel brands, are the 2025 Spirit of Franchising MVPs
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  • 5,553 Reads 62 Shares
Chanel Grant, the 2025 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion MVP, teaches others to follow in her footsteps
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,757 Reads 6 Shares
Chad Given, the Mega-Growth Leadership MVP, has overseen the quick development of Wingstop units
  • Kevin Behan
  • 9,485 Reads 10 Shares
Nick Crouch, a Tropical Smoothie Café franchisee, is co-winner of the Single-Brand Leadership MVP
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  • 7,100 Reads 16 Shares
Sam Chand, a former delivery boy, is named the 2025 Multi-Brand Leadership MVP
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  • 6,760 Reads 7 Shares
James Brajdic, one of two Single-Brand Leadership MVP winners, has an enduring relationship with A&W
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,920 Reads 12 Shares
Julie and Scott Beville, who operate 20 Chicken Salad Chick locations, are the 2025 Influencer for Husband & Wife Team MVP
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  • 5,817 Reads 2 Shares
Jeff's Bagel Run
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Carrie and Josh Ayers, the Veteran Entrepreneurship MVPs, operate multiple Playa Bowls units
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,797 Reads 3 Shares
Jacob Webb focuses on growing his business and building solid teams
  • Kevin Behan
  • 6,863 Reads 8 Shares
Yousuf Nabi honors his father's legacy with Mrs. Fields while expanding the business with new brands
  • Kevin Behan
  • 6,393 Reads 87 Shares
Lauren Johnson credits her cousin, Bryce Bares, with guiding her into franchising
  • Kevin Behan
  • 7,097 Reads 7 Shares
Jerome Johnson's keys to success include sweat equity and reinvesting in the business
  • Kevin Behan
  • 7,741 Reads 201 Shares
Kim Freid embraces Apex Leadership Co.'s fundraising and training programs
  • Kevin Behan
  • 6,034 Reads 7 Shares
A suggestion from his dad led Patrick Elgin down the path to franchising with Sola Salon Studios
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,586 Reads 68 Shares
Scarlett Dalton describes her husband and herself as "Camp Bow Wow's biggest cheerleaders"
  • Kevin Behan
  • 7,064 Reads 235 Shares
James Brajdic developed a taste for A&W long before becoming a multi-unit owner
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,701 Reads 6 Shares
Nebraska-based Bryce Bares left practicing law to experience the benefits of franchising
  • Kevin Behan
  • 6,299 Reads 16 Shares
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Bob Allison says Lindora Clinic can standardize the delivery of metabolic health solutions
  • Kevin Behan
  • 14,781 Reads 6 Shares
Franchisee identifies relationship building as top quality to growing estate sales business
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,892 Reads 86 Shares
As leader of Royal Restaurant Group, Randy Pianin oversees 61 Burger King units and 4 Potbelly locations
  • Kevin Behan
  • 10,606 Reads 28 Shares
Brad Peet aims to deliver high-quality HVAC, plumbing, and electrical service in Minnesota
  • Kevin Behan
  • 6,039 Reads 5 Shares
Irfaan Lalani shares his parents' people-centered approach to service
  • Kevin Behan
  • 9,417 Reads 28 Shares
Keith Johnson III, COO of Amazing Food Concepts, reconnects with his restaurant roots
  • Kevin Behan
  • 6,028 Reads 10 Shares
Mike James and Guernsey Holdings own and operate more than 140 franchise locations in 11 states
  • Kevin Behan
  • 7,611 Reads 147 Shares
Griffin Gordon focuses on developing employees and customers at The Little Gym
  • Kevin Behan
  • 6,516 Reads 121 Shares
Married couple prioritizes customer satisfaction in running their six pet grooming franchises
  • Tij Bedi
  • 4,881 Reads 30 Shares

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