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Franchise Empires
Franchise Empires
The Wolf, A Workweek Friend

Most startups are doomed to fail. But there’s an alternative route to financial freedom for hungry entrepreneurs. One that involves far less... more

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Episodes

S9 E4: The Visionary Leader Behind Pearle Vision's Eyewear Empire, with Bill Noble

How did a West Point flight school graduate become the founder of 79 optical stores across the US? Bill Noble,... more

14 May 2024 · 43 minutes
S9 E3: Deb Merrill’s Jimmy Johns Journey

Deb Merrill had no idea she was destined for franchise management until her brother-in-law asked if she’d be interested in... more

07 May 2024 · 34 minutes
S9 E2: The King of Chicken and Beef: How Drew Gressett Opened 80+ Zaxby’s and Hat Creek Locations

Drew Gressett’s sitting down with the Wolf to discuss his personal journey in the restaurant industry—from his journey founding Hat... more

30 Apr 2024 · 36 minutes
S9 E1: How Adam Saxton Turned McAlister’s Deli Into an Unstoppable Franchise Beast

You’ll never be able to operate 90+ franchises if your first franchise isn’t golden to begin with. Take it from... more

23 Apr 2024 · 38 minutes
S8 E10: Listener Mailbag: Negotiating Franchise Agreements, Back Office Solutions, & the Nashville Chicken Wars

Buckle up because the Wolf is taking another stab at your best Twitter questions in this solo question-and-answer pod. Should you... more

26 Mar 2024 · 17 minutes
S8 E9: How Lucas Mitchell Bought 20 Five Guy’s With Just $700k

The Wolf chats with french fry master, Lucas Mitchell, a successful entrepreneur and franchisee of Five Guys, to discuss the... more

19 Mar 2024 · 47 minutes
S8 E8: Stretching the Limits: The Rise of StretchLab, with Steve Hitzemann

Loosen up. Literally. StretchLab is the Austin-based company helping others to increase performance and decrease joint pain. The Wolf chats with... more

12 Mar 2024 · 46 minutes
S8 E7: A Bundt Cake Franchise With ~$300k In Profits?!

The Wolf’s taking a break from his normal podcasting format to break down the latest in franchising news this week. Is... more

05 Mar 2024 · 15 minutes
S8 E5: Listener Mailbag: Your Hottest Franchising Questions Answered

The Wolf is breaking it down solo for this special Q&A session, where he’s answering your most burning questions about... more

20 Feb 2024 · 32 minutes
S8 E4: The Hand and Stone Massage Franchise Who Has Built a $80m/year Empire

Eric Danver is the man who’s owned 100+ franchise locations over the course of his impressive career, including 58 Hand... more

13 Feb 2024 · 47 minutes
S8 E3: When a Fad Turns into Failure: How to Defeat the Franchise Hype Cycle, with Dru Capenito

Everyone wants to be the next Crumbl. But let’s face it—not every new and hot franchise can be the next... more

06 Feb 2024 · 47 minutes
S8 E2: AMA with The Wolf of Franchises

It’s time for the listeners to “Ask Me Anything”! When does a franchise restaurant become a viable investment? The answer may... more

30 Jan 2024 · 21 minutes
S8 E1: The Family Who Owns 78+ McDonald’s

Join The Wolf as he sits down with John Valluzzo and his sons, Michael and Nick, to explore their reign... more

23 Jan 2024 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
S7 E12: A Look Back at 2023's Greatest Moments

As 2023 draws to a close, we’re taking a step back to take a look at some of the best... more

19 Dec 2023 · 29 minutes
S7 E11: The Portfolio Franchise Company Dominating the Home Services Industry & Building a Home Services Empire

Meet Zach Beutler, the mastermind behind Horsepower Brands, a dynamo company dominating the home services franchise industry. With a portfolio... more

12 Dec 2023 · 39 minutes
S7 E10: From College to Business Partners - Lessons from 5 Territory Owner Group of Ace Handyman Service

In this week’s ep, the Wolf’s chatting with Dan Giacomazzi and Artem Lopatchenko, two business partners in one of America’s... more

05 Dec 2023 · 45 minutes
S7 E9: From Motherhood to Magnolia: The Inspiring Journey of Magen Bynum, Founder of Magnolia Soap

Magen Bynum, the founder of Magnolia Soap and Bath, drops by to chat with the Wolf about how she turned... more

28 Nov 2023 · 35 minutes
S7 E8: Rolling Suds’ Squeaky-Clean Saga Towards Franchise Success, with Aaron Harper

Join The Wolf as he sits down with Aaron Harper, the CEO of Rolling Suds, one of the fastest-growing power-washing... more

21 Nov 2023 · 1 hour,
S7 E7: Creating a Differentiated Franchise - Carmelo Marsala, Founder of Spray-Net

Meet the first person to mass-market a factory-finished painting solution at the convenience of your home. Join The Wolf as he... more

14 Nov 2023 · 43 minutes
S7 E6: From Delivery Boy To Domino’s Franchisee (And Mahana Fresh Founder) - Dave Wood’s Journey

Join The Wolf as he sits down with Dave Wood, the mastermind behind Mahana Fresh, a healthy bowl concept that’s... more

07 Nov 2023 · 45 minutes
S7 E5: Franchising’s Hottest Takes, with Erik van Horn of “The Franchise Secrets Podcast”

Join The Wolf as he sits down with Erik van Horn, host of "The Franchise Secrets Podcast," for a special... more

31 Oct 2023 · 53 minutes
S7 E4: How Hoppin’ Became America’s First Self-Serve Bar Franchise, with Rich Moyer

Join The Wolf as he sits down with Rich Moyer, the mastermind behind Hoppin’ Franchise Group, to discuss Hoppin’s unique... more

24 Oct 2023 · 31 minutes
S7 E3: The Only Pharmaceutical Franchise— With Multi-Unit Owner, Jim Kodman

Join The Wolf as he sits down with Jim Kodman, a pharmacist and franchise owner of Vital Care, an acute... more

17 Oct 2023 · 31 minutes
10 of the Most Fascinating Franchise Facts

Join The Wolf as he dives into the fascinating world of franchising with a data-driven episode.  In this episode, The Wolf... more

10 Oct 2023 · 21 minutes
S7 E1: How Pickleball Became America’s Hottest New Franchise Opportunity, with Joe Sexton

Join The Wolf as he sits down with Joe Sexton, President of Ace Pickleball Club, to discuss the booming popularity... more

03 Oct 2023 · 54 minutes
S6 E14: From 12 to 140+ Locations: The Franchisee Who Skyrocketed Orangetheory to Fame

Meet Jamie Weeks, a dynamic entrepreneur who's not afraid to make waves in the franchising industry. With a remarkable portfolio... more

28 Sep 2023 · 51 minutes
S6 E13: Transforming the Tanning Industry, with Lauren Rampello Becotte of Pure Glow

Have you been curious about what it takes to spin your side hustle into your own full-time business? If so,... more

26 Sep 2023 · 40 minutes
S6 E12: King of Franchises: The Man Who Owns 2400+ Fast Food Locations

He’s the unabashed king of franchises. Meet Greg Flynn, the visionary behind Flynn Restaurant Group and Flynn Properties, boasting over 2,400... more

19 Sep 2023 · 38 minutes
S6 E11: Ron Holt on Fun, Franchising, and Disrupting the Moving Industry

Can your movers put on a dance show? Didn’t think so  Join The Wolf as he delves into the world of... more

12 Sep 2023 · 40 minutes
S6 E10: How Top Rail Became the Fastest-Growing Fencing Franchise in the US

Tune in as The Wolf sits down with Todd Bingham, the visionary CEO of Homefront Brands, to take a deep... more

05 Sep 2023 · 28 minutes
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S6 E13: Transforming the Tanning Industry, with Lauren Rampello Becotte of Pure Glow
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Have you been curious about what it takes to spin your side hustle into your own full-time business? If so, make sure... more