Franchise Interviews 4.0

Kevin Hein, Franchise Attorney on Franchise Interviews

Franchise Interview with Attorney Kevin HeinDon and Marty described this as a "must-listen" interview with Kevin Hein. Mr. Hein has authored numerous articles on franchise-related matters and has presented at various regional and national franchise conferences, including the American Bar Association Forum on Franchise Law Annual Meeting, the Franchise Finance Conference, the Restaurant Finance and Development Conference, and the Fourth Annual Restaurant Industry Mergers and Acquisitions Forum. 

Darren Guccione, Founder of Keeper Inc.

Talking security and entrepreneurship with Darren Guccione, Founder of Keeper Inc. 
We’re sitting down with Darren Guccione, the CEO and co-founder of Keeper Security, Inc., the company behind Keeper, the world's most downloaded password manager and digital vault. In our conversation with Darren, we’ll explore topics like security, franchising, and entrepreneurship. Click the play button below to listen to our interview with him. 
 

Holly Shilliday, Franchise Attorney on Franchise Interviews

Franchise Interview with Legal expert Holly shilladayHolly Shilliday, a Franchise Attorney will provide valuable insights on how franchise systems can navigate financial difficulties in today's challenging economic climate. She will cover strategies to prevent bankruptcy, protect franchise rights, and handle bankruptcy situations effectively. Holly's expertise includes advising lenders and franchisors in bankruptcy cases involving franchisees and their guarantors.
 

Adam Robinson, Chief Hireologist at Hireology - An Evening With Hirelology

Franchise Interview with HireologyWe have an excellent show lined up today. We'll be talking with Adam Robinson, Chief Hireologist at Hireology.
Hireology's selection management platform streamlines the hiring process for franchisees. Their award-winning Selection Manager™ offers everything an operator needs to manage hiring, including a fully-hosted career site, integrated job postings, compensation analysis, pre-hire assessments, interview guides, background checks, skills verification, and more. Franchise systems use Hireology’s web-based platform to ensure consistent and repeatable hiring decisions in the field, resulting in lower turnover and increased profitability per location.
Adam is also the author of The Best Team Wins: Build Your Business Through Predictive Hiring. 

John Blair, the Director of Marketing at FranNet on Franchise Interviews

Franchise interview with FrannetWe are scheduled to meet with John Blair, the Director of Marketing at FranNet. Renowned as North America's leading authority in connecting individuals with franchise opportunities, FranNet is headquartered in Louisville, Ky., and boasts over 100 consultants across North America and Europe. These consultants employ a proprietary profiling and consultative process to identify business models tailored to each client's unique goals, skills, and interests, successfully matching thousands of entrepreneurs with rewarding small business opportunities. For the past four years, INC. magazine has recognized FranNet as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America. 
 

Craig Slavin, Franchise Veteran Discusses ConnecMe on Franchise Interviews

Many aspiring entrepreneurs tune into Franchise Interviews for tips on buying a franchise. Today, we are speaking with Craig Slavin, a 50-year veteran of the franchising industry. Slavin has been involved in all aspects of franchising, from concept creation and refinement to management and national/international growth. He also served as the former CEO and President of Giordano's Famous Stuffed Pizza.
Slavin has not only led major franchise organizations to success but has also helped hundreds of franchises reposition their concepts, streamline operations, and grow their businesses. His experience with poor choices and wasted time in the industry led him to create ConnectMe, a free online survey that guides prospective franchise owners to the right franchise for them.

FRANdata Meets with Franchise Interviews

Franchise interview with FRANdataFRANdata Releases Franchise Compensation Report (ARLINGTON, Va.) - Today, FRANdata President and CEO Darrell Johnson announced the release of the "Franchise Compensation Report for 2011," coinciding with the expected rise in hiring decisions for 2011. This year's report is the most comprehensive and representative since FRANdata began tracking franchise compensation three years ago. It features data from 169 different franchise brands, gathered from two surveys conducted over the past fifteen months, and includes compensation details for 30 different positions at the C-Level, Department Head, Manager, and Professional levels. Click here to view the full list of positions covered in the study. The survey was conducted by FRANdata in collaboration with AKRON Inc., a company that specializes in compensation studies.
About FRANdata: FRANdata is an independent research company that tracks and analyzes the franchise industry. Founded in 1989 and based in Arlington, Va., FRANdata maintains objectivity by not accepting advertising or other fees. It is frequently cited as an expert by leading media outlets such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Washington Post.
 

Keith Gerson, President of Global Operations at FranConnect on Franchise Interviews

Franchise interview with FranConnect
We are meeting with Keith Gerson, President of Global Operations at FranConnect. What is FranConnect? It is a leading provider of Franchise Management Systems, with over several hundred brands utilizing its comprehensive solutions to create, grow, and manage their franchise operations.
FranConnect offers an integrated suite of applications that enable franchisors to oversee all aspects of their business, including Franchise Sales, Marketing, Financial Data Collection and Analysis, Royalty Invoicing and Automated Funds Transfer, Contract and Legal Document Management, Customer Relationship Management, Help Desk, Franchisee Support, Online Training, Supply Management, Automated Ad-Builder, Email Marketing, Franchisee Websites, ZIP Code Locator Service, and integration with QuickBooks, Peachtree, and POS systems.

Hossein Kasmai, the Chief Executive Officer of Franchise Creator on Franchise Interviews

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Franchise interview with franchise creatorWe will be discussing franchising with Hossein Kasmai, the Chief Executive Officer and founder of Franchise Creator. Mr. Kasmai has created several franchise concepts, including Guard-A-Kid. Founded in 2005, Guard-A-Kid rapidly became the industry leader and a highly successful franchise in the field of children and family safety.
Mr. Kasmai offers advice to aspiring franchisors and franchisees. Franchise Creator provides a comprehensive approach to franchise development.

DTT Surveillance Interview with Franchise Experts

Franchise Interview with DTT SurveillanceIn one of our early historic shows from the WorldTalkRadio days, we explored the impact of surveillance technology in the franchise industry. If you've visited a McDonald's, Subway, Burger King, or similar franchises, you've likely been monitored by DTT's security cameras and software. We interviewed Sam Naficy, the CEO and founder of DTT Surveillance, the leading video surveillance provider for 20,000 restaurants across the U.S., including McDonald's, Subway, Burger King, and more.
Through his journey in establishing the top surveillance provider for the restaurant industry, Sam Naficy has developed deep insights into the unique challenges faced by owners of multiple franchise locations. His expertise is in assisting franchisees and small business owners in reducing theft and increasing profits. For businesses with slim profit margins spread across various locations, issues like theft, shrinkage, and worker productivity can significantly impact the bottom line. Additionally, DTT's solutions help reduce insurance and liability costs and resolve legal issues.