Mary Ann O’Connell Where Passion and Purpose Collide

Mary Ann O’Connell’s perspective and experience can teach us so much. On this episode, she discusses the idea of “managing up,” and she shares stories of coming up through the ranks in franchising. As a woman in business, she was expected to be a secretary and found a space in real estate where she was able to grow and succeed. Tune in to learn how she has successfully navigated the business world.

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Meet Mary Ann O’Connell

Mary Ann O’Connell, CFE is the founder of FranWise^® a franchise‐counseling firm that helps franchise systems grow through processes, compliance, manuals and training. Her franchise career stretches more than 40 years as a multi-unit franchisee, franchise executive and a consultant. O’Connell works with major brands, new concepts and the top professionals in the franchising sector. She serves on several IFA committees, is a past member of the IFA Board of Directors, former Chairman of the Supplier Forum Advisory Board, Women’s Franchise Committee and Membership Committee; is the recipient of the Crystal Compass Award and frequently contributes to IFA with articles and presentations. She is an advocate for the poor and underserved in her community, working as a volunteer for Share Ourselves, Habitat for Humanity and Big Sisters.