Franchise Interviews

Franchise Interview with Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas

The Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas has provided a unique combination of theatre and restaurant, showing first-run and independent films while offering in-theatre food and beverage service that includes an extensive menu of freshly prepared appetizers, sandwiches, pizzas and salads as well as a wide selection of hand-crafted beers and great wines.
 
 

Franchise Interview with 5 & Diner

Today, we are discussing franchising in the 1950s! Franchise Interviews is meeting with the CEO of 5 & Diner, Bob Watson. 5 & Diner is an honest-to-goodness ‘50s-style family dining restaurant model with a franchise growth plan to bring back the roadside diner experience across the United States. 

Franchise Interview with 1000 Degrees Neapolitan Pizza

We are meeting with Brian Petruzzi of 1000 Degrees Neapolitan Pizza. Brian Petruzzi is no stranger to the world of startups. At 11, he handled a 200-home newspaper delivery service, cut lawns in the summer, and shoveled snow-covered Jersey sidewalks in the winter.
As a sophomore in college, Brian had amassed more than $2 million in revenue through different businesses - everything from movie rental stores and frozen yogurt shops to spray tan parlors and domain holding companies. But Brian grew up in an Italian family and dreamed of opening a pizza restaurant in Naples, Italy, like his grandparents.

Franchise Interview with 16 Handles

We are scheduled to meet with Neil Hershman, the CEO of 16 Handles. Established in 2008 with its inaugural store in Manhattan’s East Village, 16 Handles made history as the first self-serve frozen yogurt shop in New York City. Since then, the brand has expanded to encompass more than 45 locations, offering a diverse menu featuring frozen yogurt, ice cream, vegan soft serve, an array of toppings, beverages, and various treats and snacks. Neil will also delve into the details of his collaboration with social media influencer Danny Duncan.
 

Franchise Interview with Royal Restrooms

Presenting an outstanding show featuring David Sauers, the Founder and CEO of Royal Restrooms, a franchise specializing in luxury portable restrooms for outdoor public events. Royal Restrooms is dedicated to leading the industry by offering top-notch products, unparalleled service, and a memorable positive experience for every client and guest. David shares his remarkable story with the audience, sharing insights on navigating life and business pivots, leadership in a stagnant industry, and effective team management. The history of Royal Restrooms traces back to a pivotal moment in 2004, sparked by a porta-potty mishap, leading to a revolutionary solution for outdoor event restroom needs.

Franchise Interview with Whizzyride

Electric Scooters, Electric Bikes, Electric Skateboards and more! We have a great show today. We are meeting Jerry Szylwanski of the Whizzyride franchise opportunity. Whizzyride is a Miami-based intelligent technologies company- specializing in small electric vehicles. Whizzyride is an exclusive importer of the newest market inventions, such as electric scooters and bikes. 
 

Franchise Interivew with Thrillz

We have a great show today. We are meeting Rob and Lisa Cannon - Founders of Thrillz, the world’s first high-flying adventure park. The Cannons recognized the growing demand for indoor family entertainment as a great business opportunity. After successful careers in finance and three years as an indoor trampoline park franchisee, they assembled a world-class team to create the next generation of adventure parks. In August of 2018, Thrillz opened its doors in Danbury, CT.

Franchise Interview with Pedal Pub

Franchise podcast with the Pedal Pub franchise opportunity. We are meeting with Shane M. Dunn, Chief Development Officer of Pedal Pub. Pedaling a party bike for entertainment would have seemed ludicrous a few years ago. Still, human-powered taverns are sweeping the nation as popular social excursions for birthday parties, bachelorette parties, and more. The pedal pubs have become fixtures in more than two dozen U.S. cities - I thought you might be interested in having the brand behind the craze on your show!
 

Franchise Interview with Painting with a Twist

Cathy Deano and Renee Maloney, longtime friends with a history of brainstorming business concepts, found remarkable success six years post-Hurricane Katrina with a venture that perfectly addressed a unique need in the recovering city of New Orleans — a haven for relaxation, camaraderie, and enjoyment with friends.
Driven by the desire to uplift spirits in post-Katrina New Orleans, Deano explained, "We wanted to do something to lift the spirits of people where we lived after Hurricane Katrina." Recognizing the readiness for change in both the city and themselves, the duo established their first Corks N' Canvas store in Mandeville, La., in 2007.
 

Franchise Interview with My Backyard Sports

We have a scheduled meeting with Michael Kraner, the visionary behind My Backyard Sports. Established in 2017, My Backyard Sports is dedicated to delivering premium products and services, crafting unparalleled sports experiences whether at home or within the community. Specializing in tailor-made small, medium, and large-scale sports projects, the company serves a diverse clientele, encompassing residential and commercial entities such as homes, schools, churches, recreation centers, condominiums, real estate developers, and businesses.