Franchise Interviews 4.0

Nexcen Brands Meets with Franchise Interviews

Franchise Interview with Nexcen BrandsFranchise Interviews is scheduled to meet with Jerry Slover, Vice President of Development at Nexcen Brands, to explore their range of franchise concepts, opportunities within the company, and more. Nexcen Brands owns a collection of franchise brands, including two retail concepts, TAF® and Shoebox New York®, as well as five quick-service restaurant (QSR) concepts: Great American Cookies, MaggieMoo's, Marble Slab Creamery, Pretzelmaker, and Pretzel Time. On July 30, 2010, NexCen Brands, Inc. divested its franchise business to Global Franchise Group, LLC. 

Newk's Eatery Meets with Franchise Interviews

Franchise Interview with Newk's EateryWe are meeting with Chris Newcomb of the Newk's Franchise Opportunity. Chris is Newk's Founder, President & CEO. The team behind Newk's Franchise Company, LLC has a unique talent for developing innovative restaurant concepts that meet consumers' current needs and anticipate their future needs. As the founders of McAlister's Deli, Don Newcomb, Debra Bryson, and Chris Newcomb pioneered the fast-casual restaurant concept, defining and energizing the fastest-growing segment in the restaurant industry. After providing a solid foundation and establishing strong upward growth for McAlister's Deli, they sold the successful chain to focus on creating the future of fast-casual dining. Newk's Eatery concept has been developed and refined to meet the needs of consumers and franchise operators alike.
 

Native Grill Wings Meets with Franchise Interviews

Franchise Interview with Native Grill Wings
If you have visited our "About Us" page, you have probably read why we started Franchise Interviews. The page begins by suggesting, "Every business has a story." One of those franchises with an exciting story is Native Grill & Wings. We are meeting with Dan Chaon, CEO of Native Grill & Wings.
Dan suggests on the show that the goal of Native Grill and Wings is to offer their guests outstanding service, excellent food, and an unforgettable experience while continuing to be the "Coolest Place for the Hottest Wings". Learn more by clicking the play button.
 

Mrs. Winner's Chicken & Biscuits on Franchise Interviews

Franchise interview with Mrs. Winner's chicken & BiscuitsToday, we meet with Mike Reynolds, Chief Development Officer of Mrs. Winner's Chicken & Biscuits. Mrs. Winner's Chicken and Biscuits is a quick-service restaurant chain that cooks only the best southern food in the southeast. Their family dinner includes Southern staples like fried chicken, sweet tea, traditional Southern sides, and the most delicious biscuits from the oven. 2012, a new chapter opened when a fresh group of owners came to Mrs. Winner's.
Their family has gained new life, and we want you to come along for the ride. Together, we'll grow the family again and bring delicious chicken and biscuits to our friends all across the southeast.
 
 

Morano Gelato Meets with Franchise Interviews

Franchise interview with Morano Gelato
Morano Gelato is a small New England-based company dedicated to promoting the art of gelato-making through its production of authentic Italian gelato in small, concentrated batches. Morano Gelato was established in 2010 by Morgan Morano after spending six years living on and off in Italy. Morgan grew up in the Upper Valley and planned to open a dessert-related business. We are meeting with Morgan Morano of Morano Gelato.
During college and after culinary school, Morgan gained experience working and cooking in New York City and Italy, the most significant being her work for a Sicilian Gelato Chef who quickly became a close friend and mentor. Morgan appreciated the bold flavors of gelato in Italy and noticed the need for authentic gelato shops with Italian flavors in America. Disappointed with products claiming to be 'gelato,' she set out to establish the tradition of gelato-making in America and recreate pure Italian gelato.

Moe's Southwest Grill Welcome Back to Franchise Interviews

Today, we will discuss the restaurant industry's state in the new economy. Over the last several years, restaurants suffered their most significant declines in a generation, according to Technomic, a Chicago-based restaurant consultancy. While many restaurant industry sectors continue to struggle, the fast-casual segment drives the industry's growth. Leading fast-casual dining chains have grown in sales during the last three years, and total visits have increased, according to RestaurantsNews.com.
Moreover, fast casual is expected to remain the fastest-growing segment of the restaurant industry in 2011. We are meeting with Paul Damico, President of Moe's Southwest Grill. Moe's is the fast-casual franchise known for fresh, made-to-order burritos, quesadillas, and more.

Moe's Southwest Grill on Franchise Interviews

Franchise interview with Moe's Southwest Grill
Franchise Interviews Connects with Moe's Southwest Grill - Moe's Southwest Grill offers a fast-casual dining experience with a focus on fresh southwest cuisine in a fun and lively setting. Each meal at Moe's is freshly prepared in front of you and comes with complimentary chips and salsa. Popular menu items include the Homewrecker burrito, the Billy Barou nachos, and the Close Talker salad. Established in 2000, Moe's Southwest Grill, headquartered in Atlanta, has been recognized as a Top Ten Growth Chain by Restaurant Hospitality and has received a Gold Award from the Consumer's Choice in Chains Awards. Our interview features Steve Corp, VP of Franchise Sales at Moe's Southwest Grill. 

Big Mike Liautaud of Milio's Sandwhiches

Franchise interview with Milio's Sandwiches.
We have a great show today. We are meeting with Big Mike Liautaud, the President and founder of Milio's Sandwiches. Achievement in the sandwich business runs deep in the Liautaud family. Mike gives the secret to Milio's concept.  One of my favorite parts is when Mike talks about how technology has played a significant role in the growth of Milios (9:25 into the interview). Their sandwiches are made with the freshest ingredients. Milio's has an uncomplicated menu and straightforward system, crucial to franchise success and making it much easier to run.

Miami Rice Pudding Co. Meets with Franchise Interviews

Franchise interview with Miami Rice Pudding Co.
This show was one of our first historical podcasts.  Discover A Low Investment Opportunity from Miami Rice Pudding
Franchisor Ken McEvoy, founder & CEO of Miami Rice Pudding, tells you about this low-investment opportunity offering both fixed location and mobile units. Learn about the Miami Rice franchise system and an opportunity that may be what you're looking for. Marty McDermott, the host of Franchise Interviews, tried their rice pudding and said it was the best he had ever had!

Menchies Frozen Yogurt Meets with Franchise Interviews

Franchise Interview with Menchies Frozen YogurtWe are meeting with CEO Amit Kleinberger of Menchies. Menchie's is the brainchild of Danna and Adam, whose passion and love for creating the perfect frozen yogurt quickly transformed into the ultimate fro-yo lover's paradise. Other ice cream and frozen yogurt stores offer limited choices and charge customers for every flavor or topping they order. Menchie's customers can serve themselves the perfect yogurt mix by choosing from various delicious flavors and more than 40 toppings, from chocolates, candies, and hot fudge to granola and fresh seasonal fruit. You can mix all the flavors and toppings you want and only pay for what you take! When you're finished crafting the perfect yogurt, place it on the scale and pay per ounce.