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You don’t have to choose between motherhood and entrepreneurship. Today’s mompreneurs balance work and family, love what they do, and have the business savvy to make a profit. If you’re considering starting a business, learn which franchise opportunities set mompreneurs up for success.
Discover how four FastSigns franchise owners in California transformed their business into a community-driven powerhouse during the pandemic. By building trust, leveraging relationships, and prioritizing core values, they not only survived but thrived. Join Allison Dudas as she talks with Franchisee Excellence Award Winners, Kaitlyn and Gaby (2 out of 4 of the owners), about navigating COVID-19, growing their team, and maintaining strong community ties. Learn practical insights on hiring, cultivating trust, and strategic decision-making that set them apart.
For many aspiring franchise owners, the path into franchising seems straightforward: choose a brand, secure a territory, and build the business from the ground up. But there’s another option that’s gaining attention: buying an existing franchise through a franchise resale. Like any investment, though, a franchise resale also comes with trade-offs. Here, we break down the pros, risks, and opportunities to help you decide whether a resale or a brand-new location is the right path.
Shady Sabry moved to the U.S. from Egypt in 2024. After working for multi-national CPG companies and various tech startups, he was ready for something different. He now owns two Two Maids franchises in Ohio and employs 15 people. He opened his Montgomery location in 2024 and his West Chester location in early 2025. Here’s our Q&A with this successful Two Maids franchisee.
In this episode of the podcast, we announce our Top Franchises for Women in 2026. With surveys from 8,550 female franchisees across nearly 330 brands, we’ve determined the best franchises to own for women. We break down the data for you.
Discover how four FastSigns franchise owners in California transformed their business into a community-driven powerhouse during the pandemic. By building trust, leveraging relationships, and prioritizing core values, they not only survived but thrived. Join Allison Dudas as she talks with Franchisee Excellence Award Winners, Kaitlyn and Gaby (2 out of 4 of the owners), about navigating COVID-19, growing their team, and maintaining strong community ties. Learn practical insights on hiring, cultivating trust, and strategic decision-making that set them apart.
Watch this 20-minute conversation where Army Veteran Alice Garcia shares her experience as a Real Property Management franchisee. Real Property Management is part of the Neighborly family of brands.
FBR sits down with franchisee Chad Drainer of Express Employment Professionals, a staffing franchise. Chad is a Franchisee Excellence Award winner for 2026 and shares his insight about what has made him so successful.
This 30-minute video conversation explores the GrassRoots Turf franchise. This lawn care franchise offers strong training and support.
Join Franchise Business Review as we share data from the Top Franchises of 2026 based on real franchisee responses. As you’re researching a franchise, use our data to find the best one for you.
Shady Sabry moved to the U.S. from Egypt in 2024. After working for multi-national CPG companies and various tech startups, he was ready for something different. He now owns two Two Maids franchises in Ohio and employs 15 people. He opened his Montgomery location in 2024 and his West Chester location in early 2025. Here’s our Q&A with this successful Two Maids franchisee.
Thomas Murphy, franchisee at Huntington Learning Center franchise was awarded the Franchisee Excellence Award in 2026.
Cynthia Perthuis has built one of the strongest and most disciplined businesses within the Senior Care Authority system and was awarded the Franchisee Excellence Award in 2026 for delivering sustained growth while modeling operational excellence.
Chad Drainer, franchise owner at Express Employment Professionals, was awarded the Excellence in Franchising Award due to his deep commitment to supporting his community, his willingness to invest in his team’s development, and his continued leadership in new client development.
Robert Ott leads Raintown Realty + JPAR Real Estate in Bellevue, WA. He was awarded the Franchisee Excellence Award in 2026 for his empathetic leadership and track record of top-tier performance.
In this episode, we get into the new SBA guidelines and cover the basics of SBA loans with Benetrends Financial.
Choosing the franchise financing option that’s best for your financial and professional goals is just as unique as selecting the right franchise brand and business model. Fortunately, there are several franchise financing options available that won’t break the bank.
SBA loans were created to offer low-interest rates and no balloon payments for business owners with a guarantee from the Small Business Administration (SBA). This article explores the pros and cons of SBA loans for franchise financing and what you need to know about how to apply for funding for your franchise.
Is crowdfunding the right for financing your franchise? Learn more about equity vs. reward-based crowdfunding platforms and explore the benefits and challenges that come with crowdfunding.
Your retirement funds can lead to franchise ownership. Learn how 401(k) business financing, a.k.a. Rollovers for Business Start-ups (ROBS), funds your dreams without tax penalties
In this episode of the podcast, we announce our Top Franchises for Women in 2026. With surveys from 8,550 female franchisees across nearly 330 brands, we’ve determined the best franchises to own for women. We break down the data for you.
In this episode, we get into the new SBA guidelines and cover the basics of SBA loans with Benetrends Financial.
Two members of Franchise Business Review’s marketing department sit down to announce the Franchisee Excellence Awards for 2026. These outstanding franchisees deserve to be celebrated.
In this episode we talk to a franchisee from an emerging brand on what it was like to be a part of a franchise system early on. We talk to Tom from New Again Houses.
This episode of the podcast focuses on brick-and-mortar child enrichment franchisees. Michelle talks to the owner of a children’s dance franchise.
From A to Franchisee is Franchise Business Review’s podcast for people seriously exploring franchise ownership. Each episode breaks down what actually matters in franchise research, from validation and due diligence to financial realities and day-to-day ownership, with insights from industry experts and real franchise owners.
It is designed to help listeners ask smarter questions, avoid common missteps, and make confident, well-informed decisions about whether franchising is right for them.
Chris Lyboldt established Senior Care Authority Atlanta in 2020 with a mission to support families across the region through the overwhelming challenges of aging and finding compassionate senior care.
The Franchise Business Review List of Rock Star Franchise owners celebrates franchisees that share an incredibly strong work ethic along with a deep passion for their business.
