Corey joins the Franchise QB Podcast to discuss the Gatsby Glass franchise opportunity. Gatsby Glass is a sophisticated and elegant brand that specializes in frameless showers and other glass installations.

Gatsby Glass offers a virtual showroom, a visualizer tool, and a high level of professionalism that sets it apart from the competition. The franchise model focuses on both residential and commercial markets, with a goal of achieving a 60% B2B and 40% B2C revenue breakdown.

The ideal candidate for a Gatsby Glass franchise is someone with accountability, execution, and a strong work ethic.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Franchise QB Podcast
00:44 Corey Shanahan's Background in the Healthcare Space
08:10 The Technology and Differentiators of Gatsby Glass
14:15 Target Markets and Revenue Breakdown
19:44 Ideal Candidates for a Gatsby Glass Franchise
22:38 Current State of Gatsby Glass and Territory Opportunities
26:28 Performance and Item 19
30:17 Conclusion

https://www.gatsbyglass.com/franchising/

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Sanjay Gehani, Partner and Chief Revenue Officer with Building Kidz School, joins the Franchise QB Podcast to discuss the unique aspects of their preschool concept.

Building Kidz School offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines academics with performing arts and real-world role-playing experiences. They prioritize the development of children through music, dance, theater, foreign language learning, and hands-on activities.

The franchise model is flexible, allowing for various types of locations and investment levels. The executive team provides extensive support to franchise owners, including training, marketing, and operational guidance.

Building Kidz School has seen strong financial performance, with top performers doubling the industry average for profitability.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
00:44 Sanjay Gehani's Background and Entry into Public Service
05:27 Overview of Building Kidz School as a Preschool Concept
06:24 Unique Aspects of Building Kidz School's Experience for Families and Franchise Owners
14:24 Support and Training Provided to Franchise Owners
20:53 Site Selection and Opening Timeline
26:27 Staffing Model and Labor Requirements
28:45 Revenue Model and Financial Performance
32:04 Current State of Building Kidz School's Franchise System
35:22 Building Kidz School's Impressive Financial Performance
37:48 Conclusion

https://www.buildingkidzschool.com/preschool-franchise-opportunity/

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Josh discusses his background in franchising and the Groovy Hues painting franchise.

Groovy Hues offers interior and exterior painting services, as well as power and soft washing and light cosmetic upgrades.

The brand sets itself apart with multiple service lines, strong brand support from HorsePower Brands, and advanced technology, including 3D rendering and a visualizer tool.

Hoffmann emphasizes the importance of finding the right franchise owner, someone with a vision and the ability to follow a playbook. The franchise offers shared services, such as a call center and fleet service, to support franchise owners.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background in Franchising
03:05 Transition to HorsePower Brands and Groovy Hues
06:24 Overview of Groovy Hues and its Services
08:20 Advanced Technology and Customer Experience
13:02 Custom Curb Appeal Program
15:16 3D Technology and the Groovy Visualizer
20:25 Ideal Franchise Owner for Groovy Hues
22:39 Territories and Investment Costs
25:32 Performance and Item 19
27:49 Closing Remarks

https://www.groovyhues.com/franchising/

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Noelle Burak, Director of Franchise Development with Eversmith Brands and Kitchen Guard, discusses the Kitchen Guard franchise opportunity and unique aspects of the business.

Takeaways

Kitchen Guard is a B2B commercial services business specializing in kitchen exhaust cleaning, a service required by the National Fire Protective Association for all commercial kitchens.

In addition to kitchen exhaust cleaning, Kitchen Guard offers services such as filter exchange, hard surface cleaning, and kitchen exhaust system repairs.

The ideal franchisee for Kitchen Guard has business acumen and the ability to develop relationships.

Kitchen Guard offers large territories and allows for multi-unit ownership.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
00:48 Noelle Burak's Journey into Franchising
04:33 Kitchen Guard: A B2B Commercial Services Business
08:09 Revenue Streams and Clients of Kitchen Guard
10:28 Why Restaurants Hire Kitchen Guard
12:14 Differentiating Kitchen Guard from Competitors
13:35 Ideal Franchisee Traits for Kitchen Guard
19:43 Market Size and Territory for Kitchen Guard
23:01 Multiple Territories and Franchisee Success
26:20 Investment and Financial Performance of Kitchen Guard
29:37 Geographic Spread of Kitchen Guard Franchisees
30:30 No Seasonality in Kitchen Guard Business
31:00 Conclusion

https://kitchenguardfranchise.com/

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In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern interviews Todd Houghton, Brand President of Homewatch Caregivers and Authority Brands.

Todd shares insights into the franchise industry, the unique approach of Homewatch Caregivers, and the impact of their technology solutions.

The conversation covers the franchise opportunity, revenue streams, ideal candidates, and the growth of Homewatch Caregivers.

Takeaways

Homewatch Caregivers offers a unique franchise opportunity with a focus on person-centered care and innovative technology solutions.

The ideal candidate for a Homewatch Caregivers franchise is mission-driven, passionate about caregiving, and willing to invest in a 24/7 business model.

The growth and success of Homewatch Caregivers demonstrate the potential for a profitable and impactful franchise ownership experience.

The use of technology, such as HomeWatch Connect, has revolutionized the caregiving industry and provided new revenue streams for franchise owners.

https://www.homewatchcaregivers.com/franchising/

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Mike Grecky, a Certified Franchise Consultant and Owner of Grecky Franchise Consulting, shares his journey from corporate sales to owning his own cleaning business and eventually transitioning into franchise consulting.

Takeaways

Mike outlines the role of franchise coaches, consultants, and brokers in guiding entrepreneurs through the overwhelming landscape of franchise opportunities.

Due diligence and thorough evaluation are important when considering franchise ownership.

The characteristics and skills that make a successful franchise candidate, including relationship-building, sales experience, and business ownership background.

The advantages of service-based businesses in franchising, including lower investment, less risk, and scalability.

The gratification of helping entrepreneurs find the right franchise opportunity and realizing their entrepreneurial dreams.

https://greckyfranchiseconsulting.com/

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The Franchise QB Playbook will guide you through the process of finding your perfect franchise fit.
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Zach Beutler, Founding Partner at HorsePower Brands, discusses the iFoam concept and its potential in the insulation industry.

iFoam is a full-service installation company that offers spray foam insulation as its main product. The industry is large and growing, driven by increasing energy consumption and a focus on energy efficiency.

Takeaways

Franchise owners of iFoam need a team of technicians, helpers, and sales managers.

HorsePower Brands provides training and support in Omaha, and franchise partners are recommended to have multiple spray foam rigs.

The initial investment for a three-territory market is around $400,000.
The Item 19 shows an average first-year revenue of over 7 figures.

iFoam is an excellent opportunity for empire builders looking to build a big business and create enterprise value.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Franchise QB Podcast
02:44 Introduction to HorsePower Brands
04:05 The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and Horsepower Brands
05:27 Zach Beutler's Family Beef Company
06:55 The Potential of iFoam in the Insulation Industry
09:18 Building a Team and Scaling with iFoam
10:16 Training and Support for iFoam Franchisees
13:12 The Investment and Revenue Potential of iFoam
15:06 iFoam: An Opportunity for Empire Builders

https://www.ifoam.com/franchising/

Free Resource for Franchise QB Listeners:

The Franchise QB Playbook will guide you through the process of finding your perfect franchise fit.
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Mike Halpern, CAFC
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Tamara shares her inspiring journey from Russia to the United States and her path to entrepreneurship.

She discusses the unique features of JETSET Pilates, its growth, and the ideal franchise owner for the brand.

The conversation also covers the market size for Pilates, revenue streams, executive team, franchise territories, and the cost to get started.

https://jetsetpilates.com/

Free Resource for Franchise QB Listeners:

The Franchise QB Playbook will guide you through the process of finding your perfect franchise fit.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XlbD8oyl3uyeiqaM73poH67BX1jRRyCGR7l7qB-3Nz0/edit?usp=sharing. Also, you can view the Franchise QB podcast at www.youtube.com/@franchiseqb.

Contact me and my team with any questions along the way. www.calendly.com/franchiseguy
Mike Halpern, CAFC
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