FRANCHISE Update Magazine Issue II, 2025: A Team Approach
FRANCHISE Update Magazine: A Team Approach

Q2 | 2025

A Team Approach

Customer Experience is Everyone's Approach

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Behind the Wheel: Driving Mighty Auto Parts to Greater Heights
The president and CEO has seen the company grow to more than 100 domestic and international locations
Kerry Pipes
People-First Approach: President of Sola Salons Embraces Collaboration
Daryl Hurst, president & chief operating officer of Sola Salons, focuses on serving others
Kerry Pipes
All Together Now: Franchise Conferences Mix Business with Pleasure
The gatherings help get franchisors and franchisees on the same page
M. Scott Morris
"Franchising Knows No Limits" IFA and Franchise Update Media Merge to Form a Powerhouse Organization
IFA and Franchise Update Media will work together to strengthen the franchise business model
Matt Haller
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Thinking of Franchising a Business? Here's why not every brand will succeed
Not all companies have the right stuff for sustained franchising success
Andrew Seid
Leading with Inclusion: Diversity can still Provide Strategic Advantages
Roughly 26% of franchise businesses are owned by minorities compared to 17% of nonfranchised small businesses
Colleen McMillar and Kerry Pipes
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Survey Reveals Desire for Inclusive Workspaces
Franchise brands with strong DEI efforts attract top talent, boost engagement, and outperform--benchmark with tailored surveys to stay ahead
Michelle Rowan
CMO Roundtable With The HTeaO Vice President of Marketing, Kelsey McManemin
Franchise marketing professional with HTeaO discuss working with different departments
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CMO Roundtable With The Director of Advertising, Express Employment Professionals, Kenny Reinbold
Franchise marketing professionals with Express Employment Professionals discuss working with different departments
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CMO Roundtable With The CMO of Buzz Franchise Brands (British Swim School), Angela Zerda Paules
Franchise marketing professionals with Buzz Franchise Brands discuss working with different departments
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CMO Roundtable With The Executive Director of Client Services for Hot Dish Advertising, Michelle "Shelly" Bythewood
Franchise marketing professionals with Hot Dish Advertising discuss working with different departments
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Family Portfolio: Leading the Marketing Charge at Unleashed Brands
Earlier this year, Pat O'Toole stepped into the top marketing office at Unleashed Brands
Kerry Pipes
The Power of Presence: Conferences Offer Face-to-Face Time
In a virtual world, business conferences and in-person networking are more important than ever
Jack Monso
Service Aptitude: Success Involves Building and Honoring Human Connections
A simple interaction can have profound effects on a customer's emotional well-being
John DiJulius
Challenge the Pros: Gerardo Flores on Developing The Discovery Day Process
Marco's Pizza's Discovery Day builds trust through transparency, culture, and two-way conversations
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Challenge the Pros: Melissa Davis on Developing The Discovery Day Process
Discovery day is key--Express uses it to align vision, culture & fit with potential franchisees
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Challenge the Pros: Kelly Tope on Developing The Discovery Day Process
Join FullSpeed Automotive's Discovery Day to meet the team, explore the brand, and see if it's the right fit
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Challenge the Pros: Tony DiPietro on Developing The Discovery Day Process
Biggby Coffee blends digital and in-person discovery to expand reach and engage future franchisees
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Challenge the Pros: Lori Osley on Developing The Discovery Day Process
Qdoba's virtual Discovery Day empowers multi-unit prospects with flexibility, insight, and 100% conversions
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Advice for Your Franchise: 10 Best Practices for Working with Brokers
A good relationship with franchise brokers can enhance franchise development efforts
Evan Hackel
Doing More with Less: New Technology Tools Democratize Marketing Execution
When technology, operations, and marketing are aligned, the result scales effortlessly across the franchise system
Paul Molinari and Paul Wilbur
Navigating Tariffs: Resilience is the Strategic Edge in Global Franchising
If your brand has global ambitions, plan for tariff-induced volatility
William Edwards
The Sweet Spot: Balancing AI and the Human Touch
By centralizing and thoughtfully integrating AI, franchisors can help their networks thrive
Dennis Leskowski
The 20-60-20 Rule and AI: Make sure Candidates Align with your Franchise System
AI tools help recruiters learn, be consistent, and be prepared for important conversations
Art Coley
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