THE FRANCHISE LIFE PODCAST

In this episode of The Franchise Life, we spotlight Dakota London, a beauty franchise brand with an impressive $856 average ticket. Discover how this luxury beauty franchise model is redefining revenue potential and attracting serious franchise investors.

In this episode of The Franchise Life, we explore how one franchise owner scaled from just 2 locations to 36 and $50 million in revenue. Discover the strategies, systems, and leadership decisions that made multi-unit franchise growth possible.

What do hyenas have to do with revenue? In this episode of The Franchise Life, we go inside the Jungle Driving School franchise model and unpack why this fast-growing concept is attracting entrepreneurs. Learn what makes it different from traditional driving schools, why demand for driver training creates a strong opportunity, and how the model is designed to scale—plus what prospective franchisees should know before getting started.

How do you go from 0 to 15 Crumbl stores in just five years? In this episode of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon talks with Shideler Bennett about the real playbook behind multi-unit franchise growth—covering smart debt decisions, partnerships, and the systems needed to scale successfully.

In this episode of The Franchise Life, Stacie Shannon chats with technology leader Roland Ligtenburg about how data quality, systems decisions, and AI are reshaping franchise operations and growth — offering practical insights for franchisors and franchisees alike.

Hear the Sourdough & Co. team share how they built and scaled a thriving sandwich franchise, plus key insights for restaurant franchising success.

In this episode of The Franchise Life, we sit down with a leader from Millie’s Ice Cream to explore the brand’s journey and its path in the franchising world. Discover what sets this dessert concept apart and what aspiring franchise owners can learn from their success.

Step inside this week’s Fitness Business Inspiration Podcast as we share an uplifting conversation filled with lessons on leadership, mindset, and the journey of building a successful fitness brand. This episode offers practical takeaways and the motivation entrepreneurs need to keep growing.

In this episode, we dive into the world of boutique Pilates and franchising with the founder of JETSET Pilates. Learn how the brand grew, what makes the workout experience unique, and why this model is attracting entrepreneurs who want their next fitness business venture.

In this episode, we explore a unique logistics franchise opportunity designed for entrepreneurs seeking a scalable, asset-light business model. Hear real insights into growth, operations, and what sets this franchise apart.

In this episode of the The Franchise Life, we sit down with Monster Mini Golf to explore how their one-of-a-kind indoor entertainment concept has grown into a thriving franchise opportunity. Tune in to hear their journey, unique business model, and insights for future franchise owners.

In this episode of The Franchise Life, Stacie Shannon talks with Nancy Baio of The Designery, part of HomeFront Brands, about how this fast-growing remodeling franchise is helping entrepreneurs turn home makeovers into profitable business opportunities.

This episode delivers valuable franchise industry insights from a leading expert. Learn what’s shaping the franchise landscape today and how to position your business for growth

Turn your passion for home improvement into a thriving business. Our cabinet restoration franchise opportunity lets you help homeowners transform their kitchens while building lasting success.

Discover a rewarding franchise opportunity in the booming fencing industry. With strong market demand, comprehensive training, and ongoing support, this business is built for growth and designed for entrepreneurs who want to lead in the home services space.

Own a low-cost, flexible franchise in the growing home exterior space. Perfect for creative entrepreneurs seeking strong demand and curb appeal.

This recession-resistant roof repair franchise offers a turnkey business model, low startup costs, and strong growth potential. It’s a great fit for entrepreneurs seeking a scalable service-based opportunity.

Step into the booming beauty industry with a luxury franchise that offers recurring revenue, expert training, and strong brand support for your success.

In this episode of The Franchise Life, learn how a local cleaning and restoration business scaled nationally in record time. Hear insights on recession-proof strategies, smart growth, and building a franchise with explosive potential.

In this episode of Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon sits down with Southern Steer Butcher’s Greg Snyder and Justin Kemper to share how this premium, community-focused butcher shop is growing into a standout franchise concept—blending quality meats, local engagement, and innovative customer experiences.

In this episode of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon sits down with Tim Doherty, founder of Project Lean Nation, to discuss his powerful journey and how his health and wellness franchise offers a purpose-driven, scalable business model with low overhead and strong community support. Perfect for entrepreneurs seeking meaningful franchise opportunities.

Michele shares the story behind launching FACE FOUNDRIÉ in 2019, a revolutionary facial bar concept that delivers effective, efficient skincare services in an approachable and affordable way. Despite the challenges of rolling out franchising during the COVID-19 pandemic, Michele’s vision and resilience have led to over 100 awarded locations and an ever-growing membership base.

In this episode of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon chats with Anthony Bambino, founder of Three Natives, to explore how this Florida-born acai bowl and juicery brand scaled to 50+ locations nationwide. From its low-cost investment model to its customer-first philosophy, this episode offers powerful insights for anyone exploring food and beverage franchise opportunities.

In this episode of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon talks with Ryan Logan of Franchise Fast Lane and Five Star Bath Solutions. Discover how this innovative, tech-powered home services franchise is designed for busy professionals looking to build a seven-figure business with strong support and scalable systems.

Michele shares the story behind launching FACE FOUNDRIÉ in 2019, a revolutionary facial bar concept that delivers effective, efficient skincare services in an approachable and affordable way. Despite the challenges of rolling out franchising during the COVID-19 pandemic, Michele’s vision and resilience have led to over 100 awarded locations and an ever-growing membership base.

In this episode of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon sits down with D’Wayne Tanner of BELFOR Franchise Group to explore how this powerhouse supports 14 home service brands. From entry-level to high-investment opportunities, discover how BELFOR empowers franchisees with marketing, operations, financing, and a collaborative community built for growth.

In this episode of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon chats with Will Siegel from 2nd Family, a fast-growing non-medical home care franchise. Learn how this innovative brand stands out in the senior care space with a nurse-managed model, advanced tech, and strong recurring revenue potential — all while making a real impact in local communities.

In this episode of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon chats with Julie Davis of Junk King to explore how this innovative franchise model combines high ROI, eco-friendly operations, and multiple revenue streams. Learn how Junk King stands out under the Neighborly brand umbrella and what makes it a smart, scalable opportunity for the right franchise owner.

Michele shares the story behind launching FACE FOUNDRIÉ in 2019, a revolutionary facial bar concept that delivers effective, efficient skincare services in an approachable and affordable way. Despite the challenges of rolling out franchising during the COVID-19 pandemic, Michele’s vision and resilience have led to over 100 awarded locations and an ever-growing membership base.

In this episode of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon welcomes The Dog Stop to discuss what it takes to successfully own and operate a pet care franchise. From real estate support to marketing and operations, learn how The Dog Stop helps franchisees launch and grow with confidence.

In this episode of The Franchise Life Podcast, host Stacie Shannon welcomes Michele Henry, the inspiring founder of FACE FOUNDRIÉ, to discuss how she transformed a personal skincare struggle into a thriving franchise empire.

Michele shares the story behind launching FACE FOUNDRIÉ in 2019, a revolutionary facial bar concept that delivers effective, efficient skincare services in an approachable and affordable way. Despite the challenges of rolling out franchising during the COVID-19 pandemic, Michele’s vision and resilience have led to over 100 awarded locations and an ever-growing membership base.

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Welcome to another exciting episode of The Franchise Life with your host, Stacie Shannon! In this episode, Stacie sits down with Mark Amery, founder of Puddle Pool Services, to discuss the remarkable journey of building a franchise brand from the ground up. Mark shares his fascinating story, starting with his first entrepreneurial venture at age 13, his transition into the franchise world, and his creation of Puddle Pool Services, a leader in residential and commercial pool maintenance.

Discover how Puddle Pool Services has disrupted the pool industry with its zero-overhead, home-based business model and unique approach to technician training.

In this episode of The Franchise Life Podcast, host Stacie Shannon discusses the exciting world of aesthetics and wellness franchising with Candice Weeter, the Franchise Development Director at Bodenvy.

Discover how this innovative brand redefines body contouring with its all-encompassing approach, proprietary products, and unmatched marketing strategies. From its founding story to franchisee success tales, we explore Bodenvy’s commitment to transforming lives, its unique turnkey model, and why its franchisees see extraordinary results.

Dive into the transformative world of franchising with this episode of The Franchise Life hosted by Stacie Shannon. Featuring Anthony Spagnola from Horsepower Brands, this episode shines a spotlight on Stand Strong Fencing, a fast-growing brand reshaping the fencing industry. Learn how the simple business model, powered by cutting-edge technology like Fence Flow, is opening doors for franchisees with no prior experience. From building relationships in the community to leveraging subcontractor partnerships, Stand Strong Fencing proves that innovation and teamwork can lead to rapid success.

In this episode of The Franchise Life podcast, host Stacie Shannon sits down with Chad Harrison, Franchise Developer for DoodyCalls Pet Waste Management, to explore one of the most unique and profitable franchise opportunities. DutyCalls transforms an everyday chore—scooping pet waste—into a scalable, high-margin business.

In this episode of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon dives deep into the world of franchising with Corey Shanahan of Gatsby Glass, a brand that has transformed the glass industry with sleek, sophisticated solutions. Established in 1985 and franchising since 2022, Gatsby Glass has experienced explosive growth with over 140 locations awarded nationwide. Corey discusses how Gatsby’s unique blend of professionalism, innovation, and cutting-edge technology sets its franchisees apart in the highly underserved glass market.

In this episode of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon dives into the world of franchising with Kay and Joseph, the passionate co-founders of Musicologie, a brick-and-mortar music studio offering “simply delightful music lessons” for all ages and abilities. Kay and Joseph share their journey from touring musicians to innovative franchise owners, explain their proven business model, and unveil how they’re empowering others to build thriving music studios through franchising.

In this episode of the Franchise Life Podcast, host Stacie Shannon chats with Brigham Dallas, founder of Hello Sugar, a rapidly growing hair removal franchise. From its humble beginnings in 2015 to franchising success with over 100 locations in just three years, Brigham shares the unique business model that combines Brazilian waxing, sugaring, and laser hair removal in a flexible, low-cost environment.

In this episode of The Franchise Life, Stacie Shannon sits down with Courtney Reppert from Bumble Bee Blinds and Horsepower Brands to explore how their window treatment franchise is experiencing incredible growth. With over 230 territories sold in just two years, Bumble Bee Blinds combines innovative technology with a strong community-focused business model.

In Episode 83 of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon dives into the innovative world of Snooze Mattress with Brad Taylor, VP of Franchise Development. This isn’t your typical mattress store—Snooze is on a mission to revolutionize sleep hygiene and restorative sleep. Brad shares how Snooze integrates cutting-edge technology like Dream Mapping, trusted by NASA and Mayo Clinic, to personalize the sleep experience for every customer.

In episode 82 of The Franchise Life, Stacie Shannon welcomes Barry Miller, COO and co-founder of Sea Love, a candle bar and boutique franchise that blends interior design with personalized, experiential retail. Barry shares the inspiring origin story of Sea Love, how his wife’s passion project grew into a thriving franchise, and the unique experience customers enjoy by creating custom scents in a boutique setting.

In Episode 81 of The Franchise Life podcast, host Stacie Shannon welcomes Jason Meyer, founder of Medical Staffing Consultants. In this episode, Jason dives into the unique advantages of his business opportunity model, which focuses on medical staffing without the traditional franchise constraints like royalties and territory restrictions.

In Episode 80 of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon dives into the innovative approach behind Degree Wellness, a tech-driven franchise offering cutting-edge services like cryotherapy, red light therapy, infrared saunas, and more. Special guest Kim Moreno breaks down the benefits of this low-investment, high-reward model that’s changing lives and offering substantial profit margins for investors.

In Episode 79 of The Franchise Life, Stacie Shannon sits down with Nick Lobert and Derek Shewmon, co-founders of HOMEstretch, a unique home preparation franchise. Discover how they identified a gap in the market, helping homeowners and real estate agents reduce the stress of getting homes ready to sell. Derek and Nick share the journey of building their brand, the services they offer, and their innovative “easy button” approach to tackling cosmetic improvements.

In Episode 78 of The Franchise Life Podcast, host Stacie Shannon dives into the exciting world of Facialworks with co-founders Jason and Meghan Gilboa.

In Episode 77 of The Franchise Life podcast, host Stacie Shannon sits down with Nathan Pearce, the visionary founder of Pearce Bespoke, a revolutionary modernized traveling tailor service. Discover how Nathan’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to build a brand that’s transforming the custom clothing industry with high-quality, affordable, and personalized services.

In this episode of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon sits down with Will Bangerter and Darren Wilstead, of The Back Nine, a revolutionary indoor golf franchise that’s taking the business world by storm. Will and Darren dive into how they’ve blended the love of golf with cutting-edge technology to create a semi-passive business model perfect for franchisees.

In this episode of “The Franchise Life,” host Stacie Shannon sits down with Erica Sicre, the Franchise Business Coach at Lime Painting. Erica shares her extensive experience in the franchise industry, from beauty brands like European Wax Center to fitness brands like Orange Theory. Now at Lime Painting, she plays a vital role in supporting franchise partners through every step of their journey.

Join host Stacie Shannon as she dives into the newest “fun, retro, cool brand” otherwise known as “Pink’s Window Services” with Tim Montgomery. Discover the inspiring journey of Pink’s Window Services, a standout brand under the Resi Brands umbrella, which includes That One Painter and Garage Up. Tim also discusses the innovative CEO Model of ownership, designed for those looking to build an empire with minimal direct involvement.

Welcome to Episode 72 of The Franchise Life with your host Stacie Shannon! In this episode, we sit down with Kurt Marson, the newest franchise owner of Lime Painting in Alpharetta, Georgia. Kurt shares his journey from meeting the team in Denver to signing the franchise agreement. We delve into his professional background, why he chose Lime Painting, and what sets this franchise apart in the painting industry.

Welcome to The Franchise Life IV Nutrition podcast! In this episode, we explore the inspiring journey of IV Nutrition with Dr. Jason Fechter, the CEO and Co-Founder, and Jordan Reed, Franchise Development Director. Dr. Jason shares the story behind IV Nutrition’s inception, born out of a personal health journey and a vision to revolutionize functional nutrition.

Join us in this episode of The Franchise Life as we dive into the fascinating story behind Tippi Toes, a beloved brand offering mobile dance classes for kids across the US. Founder and CEO Sarah Nuse shares her journey from a college student waiting tables to an accidental entrepreneur, revealing how her mom’s persuasion helped her turn her childhood passion into a thriving franchise.Director of Franchise Development Dana DeMarino.

In this episode, Stacie hosts Tim Montgomery, Senior Director at That 1 Painter, a prominent part of the Resi Brands portfolio. Tim shares his thoughts on the significance of the painting industry, spotlighting That 1 Painters’ comprehensive range of 18 services, encompassing everything from indoor and outdoor painting to deck treatments.

In today’s episode of “The Franchise Life,” Stacie sits down with Paul Linenberg, President of Gotcha Covered, to discuss the importance of building a culture within your franchise organization.

Paul shares the key elements that contribute to Gotcha Covered’s positive franchise culture, such as strongly emphasizing values such as authenticity and a client-focused approach.

In this episode of The Franchise Life podcast, Stacie sits down with Chris Parkinson from Innovative Sports Surfacing. Chris shares that Innovative Sports Surfacing installs and maintains a wide range of recreational surfaces, including playground systems, safety surfacing, sun shading, pickleball courts,

In this episode, Lance introduces Lindora, a brand with a rich history dating back to 1971, recently acquired by the Exponential Group. Former founders, now franchisees, operate 31 clinics primarily in California. Lindora isn’t just a weight loss clinic; it’s a leader in metabolic health and wellness.

🌟 Welcome to another episode of Franchise Life, hosted by Stacie Shannon! In today’s installment, we delve into the groundbreaking concept of Image Studios, featuring an exclusive interview with the CEO and founder, Jason Olsen.

EPISODE 64: 🎙️ Welcome to “The Franchise Life”! In this episode, host Stacie delves into the world of multi-unit franchise ownership with guest Jesse Keyser, a seasoned franchise owner with over 50 locations across various brands in the United States.

Ep. 62: Join the Skincare Revolution with the GLO30 Franchise Opportunity! , Today’s spotlight is on GLO30, a revolutionary brand in the health and wellness segment, focusing on skincare.. Joining us is the visionary founder, Dr. Arleen Lamba.

Ep. 60 – Step into the exciting world of franchising with Stacie Shannon as she sits down with Vanessa Yacobson, the dynamic partner behind two flourishing franchise brands

Explore the future of fitness with OHM Fitness! Founded in 2022, OHM Fitness is a groundbreaking franchise specializing in Electric Muscle Stimulation (EMS) technology.

Welcome to another episode of “Franchise Life” with your host, Stacie Shannon. Today, we dive into the world of an exciting emerging brand called The Tox. Joining us are Courtney Yeager, a serial entrepreneur and CEO, and Gabrielle Sacco, the Director of Franchise Development. The Tox is not just another brand; it’s a unique approach to health and wellness.

Welcome to The Franchise Life! In this episode, your host, Stacie Shannon, sits down with the dynamic duo growing the emerging brand, goGLOW. Joining her are Melanie Richards,

Ep. 56 –Pedal Pub – Riding The Experience Wave In The Entertainment Industry Are you looking to own a brand that creates smiles, memories, and

Ep. 55 – OutFit: Revolutionizing Outdoor Fitness Welcome to Episode 55 of “The Franchise Life” with your host Stacie Shannon. In this episode, we explore

Ep. 54 -NutritionHQ: A Mission-Driven Brand That Makes A Difference! Welcome to the Franchise Life. In this episode, Stacie Shannon sits down with Ricky Hall,

Ep. 53 – Pouring Success: The Hoppin’ Franchise Revolution – We’re diving into the world of franchising with a spotlight on the emerging brand, Hoppin’.

Ep. 52 – Military Leadership to Franchise Success: Anthony Tata’s Story Welcome to “The Franchise Life” podcast with your host, Stacie Shannon. In this episode,

Ep. 51 – Resting Rainbow Pet Memorials & Cremation: Honoring Pets with Compassion and Care Welcome to The Franchise Life, where we explore the world

Ep. 50 – From Serial Entrepreneur to Franchise Maven: The “Art of Drawers” Story Celebrate the 50th episode of The Franchise Life Podcast! Dive into

Ep. 49 – Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique: A “High-Tech” Model with Strong ROI Potential! Welcome to The Franchise Life podcast, your immersive guide

Ep. 48 – sugaringLA: “The Whole Foods” Brand of The Hair Removal Industry! Welcome to Episode 48 of The Franchise Life podcast. In this exciting

Ep. 47 – From Engineer to Cabinet Visionary: The Cabinet IQ Franchise Success Story Welcome to “The Franchise Life” podcast! In this episode, Stacie is

Ep. 46 – The Next Crumbl Cookie?: The Milkshake Factory’s Sweet Path to Expansion Welcome to “The Franchise Life” podcast! In this episode, Stacie is

Ep. 45 – Unlocking Culinary Independence: Exploring the Little Kitchen Academy Franchise Opportunity In this episode of The Franchise Life podcast, our host Stacie Shannon

Ep. 44 – Gameday Men’s Health: Setting A New Standard For Men This week on The Franchise Life podcast, Stacie Shannon is joined by Evan

Ep. 43 – P.volve: A Revolutionary Brand That Has Drawn The Attention of Jennifer Aniston! https://youtu.be/ToOkj4ZxchI. In this episode of The Franchise Life, Stacie Shannon

Ep. 42 – Entrepreneur JD Busch Shaking Up the Fitness Industry with Pulse Performance Franchise Welcome to The Franchise Life! In this episode, we are

Stacie is joined by the Industry Chief Development Officer of Premium Service Brands, Danielle Wright.  Ep. 41 – Empowering Entrepreneurs: How Premium Service Brands Franchises

Ep. 40 – Blue Moon Estate Sales: A “Need-Based” Business Model In A Growing Industry In the 40th episode of “The Franchise Life” Podcast, Stacie

Ep. 39 – Candy Cloud: A Quick Serve Beverage Shop That Is Revolutionizing The Coffee & Specialty Drink Franchise Space! In this episode of “The

Ep. 37 – From Foodie to Franchisor: How Capital Tacos is Changing the Game Capital Tacos is a fast-casual Tex-Mex cuisine franchise making waves in

Ep. 36 – Neighborly®: The Benefits Of Franchising With The Worlds Largest Home Services Company! This week on The Franchise Life, Stacie sits down with

Ep. 35 – LIME Painting: A Value-Based Brand Focused on High-End Homes & Businesses! In this episode of The Franchise Life, Nick Lopez, Founder of

Ep. 34 -HealthSource America’s Chiropractor: A Recession-Resistant Investment with 7 Revenue Streams In this episode of The Franchise Life, Stacie Shannon is joined by Dr.

Ep. 33 -Veterans Find Success As Franchisees with Grand Welcome Vacation Rental Management Company! In this episode of The Franchise Life, Stacie Shannon sits down

Ep. 32 – One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning: A Service-Based Brand With Nationwide Recognition! In this episode of The Franchise Life, Stacie sits down

Ep. 31 – Flagler Floral:A Franchise Brand with National Partnerships To Spur Growth For Franchisees! In this episode of The Franchise Life, Stacie sits down

Ep.30 – Shrinking Barriers: How Shrunk 3D is Revolutionizing Franchising Welcome to The Franchise Life, Episode 30. In this week’s episode, Stacie is joined by

EP. 29 – WALLABY WINDOWS: A FRANCHISE MODEL DESIGNED FOR SEMI-ABSENTEE OWNERSHIP! In this week’s edition of The Franchise Life, Stacie sits down with the

EP. 28 – BREWING UP INNOVATION: HOW VOODOO BREWING CO. IS TURNING PASSION INTO PROFIT! In this episode of The Franchise Life, Stacie sits down

EP. 27 – IFOAM A HOME-SERVICES BRAND THAT PROVIDES A “GREEN” VALUE PROPOSITION Join Stacie in this episode of The Franchise Life as she meets

EP. 26 – TEMPORARY WALL SYSTEMS: A HOME-BASED B2B FRANCHISE WITH 36%+ NET MARGINS! In this episode of The Franchise Life, Stacie is joined by

EP. 25 SPRAY-NET – A RENOVATION SOLUTION SAVING CLIENTS UP TO 75% OVER REPLACEMENT COSTS Welcome to the latest episode of The Franchise Life Podcast,

EP. 24 SOCCER STARS – A HOME-BASED BIZ “KICKING IT OUT OF THE PARK” WITH IMPRESSIVE MARGINS! In this week’s episode of “The Franchise Life”

EP. 23 ALLOY PERSONAL TRAINING – A FITNESS INVESTMENT THAT IS STRONGER THAN EVER! In episode 23 of The Franchise Life, Stacie is joined by

EP. 22 FYZICAL THERAPY AND BALANCE CENTERS – 500+ LOCATIONS NATIONWIDE & STILL GROWING STRONG! This episode of “The Franchise Life” highlights an incredible brand

EP. 21 TOASTIQUE – A RAPIDLY GROWING FAST-CASUAL BRAND WITH SOLID ROI & GROWTH POTENTIAL! In this episode of The Franchise Life Podcast podcast, Stacie

EP. 20 – HOW TO FUND YOUR FRANCHISE INVESTMENT! In the 20th Episode of The Franchise Life Podcast, I sit down with Kristen Gordon, National

EP. 19 – TOP 5 TRENDING FRANCHISE SEGMENTS OF 2023! In this episode, we dive into the top 5 “Trending Franchise Segments of 2023”! If

EP. 18 – DONUTNV. A “SWEET” MOBILE FRANCHISE CONCEPT THAT OFFERS FUN, FLEXIBILITY & INCREDIBLE MARGINS OF 83.8%! DonutNV is an interactive, mobile franchise opportunity

Ep. 17 – Grand Welcome. Recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as a ”2022 Top New and Emerging Franchise” brand! Today, Grand Welcome is one of the

EP. 16 BLOOMIN ’ BLINDS! A RECESSION-RESISTANT INVESTMENT THAT RELIES HEAVILY ON TECHNOLOGY Bloomin’ Blinds has over 100 territories sold nationwide and continues to draw