Franchise Interviews 4.0

Franchise Interviews Welcomes back the Screenmobile Franchise Opportunity

We are welcoming back Scott Walker, CEO of Screenmobile. Screenmobile is the nation's largest mobile window screen repair business, with over 100 franchise owners, and growing. Screenmobile specializes in window, door and patio porch screen and solar shading products. For over 40 years, with no national competitors, our franchise owners have enjoyed years of growth and success, as we continue to pioneer this industry. Learn more about the opportunities with our unique home services and home improvement franchise concept! In part two, we play a clip from our popular Great Quotes in Franchising podcast.

Screenmobile's Scott Walker on Franchise Interviews

We often suggest that every business has a story. In this case, Scott D. Walker, with his brother and father, started Screenmobile in their Glendora, California family garage in 1980. Sounds a bit like Steve Jobs and Apple! The Walkers had a vision of creating the largest and best screening business the world has ever known and after almost 5 decades of hard work, the company shows no signs of slowing down.   We are meeting with Scott Walker, the CEO of Screenmobile. Screenmobile is the nation's largest mobile screening franchise in the U.S., offering franchise opportunities for those desiring a non-traditional path towards owning a business. Click the play button below to listen to the show.

Restorations 1's Gary Findley

Interview with Gary Findley of Restoration 1
We're speaking with Gary Findley, a veteran of the franchising industry. With over 25 years of experience, Gary has helped entrepreneurs build more than 9,500 franchise locations with just two brands.
Now, as the CEO of Restoration 1, he oversees one of the fastest-growing restoration franchises in the country. Restoration 1 has more than 120 locations and offers comprehensive services, including fire, water, and mold damage restoration, as well as emergency and storm damage services. Their licensed professionals are dedicated to restoring damaged residential and commercial properties.
At Restoration 1, they understand the stress their clients are under and are committed to providing caring and effective service with clear communication. In part two, we'll play a clip from our podcast, "Great Quotes in Franchising."

ResiBrands - Building Dreams Through Franchising with Coleman Peavy

An interview with Coleman Peavy, Director of Franchise Development at ResiBrands, a parent company known for its diverse home services franchises like That 1 Painter and Garage Up. We'll discuss how they help entrepreneurs achieve their dreams.

ReUp Franchise Opportunity - Disrupting the Real Estate Market: An Interview with Ryan Sawchuk

We're meeting with Ryan Sawchuk, founder of ReUp Living, to discuss how ReUp is disrupting the real estate market, its expansion through franchising, and plans to open an experience center in Las Vegas this fall.
ReUp is a pre-listing solution for homeowners, buyers, and real estate agents. The company increases a home's value by remodeling it before the sale with no risk or upfront costs.
Founded in 2021 by Ryan Sawchuk, ReUp began franchising in 2022. It has set out to transform the real estate process by updating tired homes with turnkey home improvements that require no upfront costs. Unlike traditional real estate transactions, ReUp covers the renovation costs and then splits the profit from the increased home values, ensuring higher gains from the sale. The company can also simultaneously allow buyers to customize their new home while financing is closing.
ReUp takes care of all renovation costs, sourcing, project management, and communication, and only uses licensed and insured general contractors on all projects. ReUp is making home improvements accessible and stress-free so sellers can increase the value of their homes, buyers can customize and update the home of their dreams, and real estate agents can maximize their profitability through higher property values post-renovation.
In part two, we'll play a clip from our podcast, "Great Quotes in Franchising."

Bennett Maxwell: The 'Rocket Fuel' Behind Franchise Success

Join us for a very special edition of Franchise Interviews as host Marty McDermott sits down with Bennett Maxwell, the dynamic CEO of Franchise Key (Franchise KI). Following a whirlwind journey as the founder of the rapidly-growing Dirty Dough franchise, Bennett shares his incredible story of building a company to 100 locations in just two years and the lessons he learned along the way.
Now, as the head of Franchise Key (Franchise KI), Bennett’s mission is to be the "rocket fuel" for aspiring entrepreneurs. He dives into the most common pitfalls people make when buying a franchise, reveals the crucial numbers you must check in a Franchise Disclosure Document, and explains why a three-year payback period is the benchmark for a smart investment.
In this insightful interview, Bennett also talks about the power of technology and AI to automate business operations, and he offers a candid perspective on the importance of work-life balance—a lesson he learned firsthand.
If you're an aspiring franchisor or franchisee, this is a must-listen episode to understand the knowledge and intelligence that are the real keys to success.

From the Stage to the Boardroom: The Business Lessons of a Telephone Doctor

Nancy Friedman, the founder of Telephone Doctor and a theatre actress, makes a compelling case for how skills honed on the stage can translate directly into business success. During a recent interview, Friedman shared her journey from performing in sold-out shows to building a thriving customer service training company, revealing key takeaways that highlight the powerful connection between the arts and business.
 

Jeff Oslund, a Re-Bath Multi-unit Franchisee and Franchisee of the Year

We're meeting with Jeff Oslund, a Re-Bath multi-unit franchisee who operates in Detroit, Traverse City, Michigan, and Toledo, Ohio. With 30 years of experience in the industry, he has accumulated several valuable tips for successfully growing a business. Despite his long tenure, Jeff remains innovative and continues to excel within the system, as evidenced by his receipt of the Franchisee of the Year Award at this year's annual conference.
Joining the Re-Bath franchise in its early stages, he has navigated through various industry and economic changes. Throughout his journey, Jeff has consistently supported his employees, weathered challenges, and embraced new opportunities.
During our podcast, Jeff will cover the following topics:
Identifying the right time to expand
Gaining insights into the industry
Hiring the right personnel
Demonstrating adaptability
In Part Two, we'll play a clip from our popular "Great Quotes in Franchising" podcast.

ProTect Painters Meets with Franchise Interviews

On today's show, we're asking the "frantrepreneur" who owns one! After exploring various franchise opportunities for aspiring dadpreneurs last month, we're now getting a firsthand look. Join us as we chat with Gregory Lee, a ProTect Painters franchisee in Richardson, TX, about his personal experience and how he balances his business with family life. We'll also dive into the history of ProTect Painters, from its founding by Wayne Scherger in 1994 to its expansion with Service Brands International.

Premium Service Brands Meets with Franchise Interviews

Premium Service Brands Meets with Franchise Interviews - We have a great show! We're meeting with the CEO of Premium Service Brands, Paul Flick. Paul built Premium Service Brands on the belief that ordinary isn't ordained. Paul founded 360° Painting in 2006, and the brand quickly grew into one of the top painting franchises in the nation. Today, Premium Service Brands is a portfolio of franchise concepts that include:
360° Painting
ProLift Garage Doors
Maid Right
Kitchen Wise & Closet Wise
Window Gang
Rubbish Works Junk Removal
The Grout Medic
House Doctors
RooterMan
In Part Two, we play a clip from our popular "Great Quotes in Franchising" podcast.