Franchise Interviews

Franchise Interview with Pump It Up & BounceU

Franchise Interview with pump it upWe are meeting with Lee Knowlton, the President and CEO of PIU Management, LLC, the parent company of Pump It Up and BounceU franchise brands. Lee will discuss why he moved to PIU from Kahala Corp, where he oversaw all Domestic and International Operations for the company's 12 brands, including Cold Stone Creamery, Blimpie, Great Steak, and Potato. Lee discusses why he thinks the skills he learned in the restaurant industry translate well into the party sector. Lee will talk about the Pump It Up/Bounce U franchise system as a whole and what the individual franchisee experience is like. Lee also talks about what he thinks is in store for the franchise system in the future.
 

Franchise Interview with Pro Martial Arts

Franchise Interview with pro martial artsMany of the interviews on our show are inspirational, and some stories are very touching. Today's show is no exception. We are meeting with Ed Samane, the founder of The Pro Martial Arts franchise system.
The Pro Martial Arts System is the product of years of training and teaching experience. It includes an exhilarating and assorted program of martial arts methods drawn from the Korean arts of Tang Soo Do, Tae Kwon Do, and Hapkido.
 
 

Franchise Interview with Primrose schools

We are meeting Jo Kirchner, President & CEO of Primrose Schools. Founded by Paul and Marcy Erwin in Marietta, Georgia, in 1982, Primrose Schools revolutionized the concept of child care, making education the critical component of its curriculum in an era when "all-play and nothing-but-play" was the accepted norm. Primrose is a trusted, private preschool organization providing premier childcare experiences for children and families. 

Franchise Interview with Pigtails & Crewcuts

We are meeting with the CEO of Pigtails & Crewcuts, Wade Brannon. Pigtails & Crewcuts is a children’s salon franchise that understands the need for a memorable, stress-free haircutting experience for the entire family. From your child’s first haircut to “Mom! The whole football team is getting mohawks, I want one too”, as a parent, you want your children’s locks in good hands. When veteran franchisor Wade Brandon came into the original salon as a customer with his two daughters, he immediately saw great potential to replicate and grow the Pigtails concept. 

Franchise Interview with Party Princess

Party Princess Productions Franchise
Every business has a story. We are meeting with Morgan Rothschild, the CEO of the Party Princess Productions franchise. Party Princess Productions provides high-end birthday party character entertainment specializing in princess parties, superhero parties, and many other character-themed events. 

Franchise Interview with Nutty Scientists

Nutty Scientist franchise opportunity
We are meeting with Shery Christopher, the Sr. Vice President of Nutty Scientists USA. Nutty Scientists is the leading provider of interactive programs related to science and geared toward students PK-6, incorporating aspects of technology, engineering, and math. The Nutty Scientists cater to afterschool programs and host interactive shows and special events led by instructors trained to orchestrate detailed experiments in a playful yet structured atmosphere. I

Franchise Interview with Ninja Nation

Ninja nation franchise opportunity
We are meeting with Lucas Clarke, VP of Franchise Development of Ninja Nation. Ninja Nation is the leading provider of world-class obstacle course arenas and experiences nationwide. Each Ninja Nation location offers a variety of obstacles designed to allow participants of all skill levels to get involved, and visitors can look forward to ever-evolving courses and equipment. The mission is to provide a fun, safe, and engaging space where everyone can be a hero. 

Franchise Interview with Mathnasium

We are meeting with the Mathansium franchise opportunity. Mathnasium Learning Centers specialize in teaching kids math in a way that makes sense to them. Students go to Mathnasium year-round to catch up, keep up, and get ahead in math. The proprietary Mathnasium MethodTM results from 40 years of hands-on instruction and research. Franchising since 2003, Mathnasium has become one of the fastest-growing educational franchises. Over several hundred Mathnasium franchises exist in North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. 

Franchise Interview with Lightbridge Academy

Lightbridge Academy Franchise Opportunity
We are meeting with the Chief Operating Officer of Lightbridge Academy, Gigi Schweikert. Lightbridge Academy has been renowned by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the Leading Edge Franchisors innovating in Big Ways. Lightbridge Academy offers early education and childcare to children from six weeks through Kindergarten. 
 

Franchise Interview with KLA schools

KLA Schools Franchise Opportunity
We are meeting with Roberto Ortega, CEO and co-founder of KLA Schools.  KLA Schools is an upscale preschool catering to children three months up to age six. KLA Schools offers innovative early childcare facilities and a distinctive approach to early childhood education. Progressive educational philosophies, including the Reggio Emilia Approach, inspire the KLA Schools model. KLA is building a world-class franchise organization that sets new standards for excellence within the children's educational services industry.