Category: News
Be Good at the Hard Things: How Mike Bahun’s Journey from Adversity to Franchise Success Is Fueling a Purpose-Driven Movement
When Mike Bahun reflects on his life, he doesn’t focus on the obstacles he faced growing up in inner-city Omaha. He focuses on how those hardships became the foundation for his success—and how they fuel his passion for helping others do the same. On the latest episode of The Franchise Woman: Where Passion & Purpose … Read More “Be Good at the Hard Things: How Mike Bahun’s Journey from Adversity to Franchise Success Is Fueling a Purpose-Driven Movement”
Leadership Over Management: How Stephane Breault Helps Franchisors Break Through Their Growth Ceiling
What’s really holding franchisors back from scaling beyond 20 or 30 units?It’s not their business model.It’s not their marketing. It’s their leadership. That’s the tough truth Stephane Breault, franchise leadership coach and founder of Imagine Franchise, shares in our latest episode of The Franchise Woman: Where Passion & Purpose Collide. Leadership Is the Differentiator With … Read More “Leadership Over Management: How Stephane Breault Helps Franchisors Break Through Their Growth Ceiling”
Franchise, Family, and Friendship: The Journey of Bonnie Lanyon and Carol Ann Hunter
In the newest episode of The Franchise Woman podcast, we explore more than just business. We dive into decades of grit, growth, and the deep bonds formed between two remarkable women—Bonnie Lanyon of Rancho Cucamonga, California, and Carol Ann Hunter of Louisville, Kentucky. Both franchisees with PuroClean, Bonnie and Carol Ann share their stories of … Read More “Franchise, Family, and Friendship: The Journey of Bonnie Lanyon and Carol Ann Hunter”
Brooke Wilson: Building a Business, a Marriage, and a Mission of Value
When you think about the moving industry, you might not expect to find a story that blends emotional intelligence, entrepreneurial grit, and a powerful mission of self-worth. But that’s exactly what Brooke Wilson brings to the table—and it’s why her episode on The Franchise Woman podcast is a must-listen. From Summer Job to $20M Business … Read More “Brooke Wilson: Building a Business, a Marriage, and a Mission of Value”
Biohacking, Burnout, and the Birth of a Wellness Franchise: JoJo Struebing’s Journey with Altered States Wellness
What happens when the fast pace of corporate life collides with personal anxiety, burnout, and the craving for purpose? If you’re JoJo Struebing, you leave the tech industry behind and build a wellness franchise that offers others what you desperately needed: healing, clarity, and calm. JoJo, the founder of Altered States Wellness, shared her compelling … Read More “Biohacking, Burnout, and the Birth of a Wellness Franchise: JoJo Struebing’s Journey with Altered States Wellness”
From Corporate Balance Sheets to Colorful Walls: How Sarah Ross Built a Business of Peace and Purpose
Sometimes, leaving a stable career isn’t just a leap of faith—it’s a carefully calculated next step. That’s exactly what Sarah Ross did after 10 years in corporate accounting, when she chose to step away from spreadsheets and into entrepreneurship through a Fresh Coat Painters franchise in Austin, Texas. On a recent episode of The Franchise … Read More “From Corporate Balance Sheets to Colorful Walls: How Sarah Ross Built a Business of Peace and Purpose”
From a Father’s Belief to a Family Legacy: The Chill-N Story with Donna and Daniel Golik
This Father’s Day, The Franchise Woman podcast celebrates the power of legacy, love, and entrepreneurship with a story that embodies them all. In 2012, Daniel Golik, then a senior at the University of Florida, had a wild idea: nitrogen ice cream made fresh to order. Armed with a concept and a PowerPoint, he pitched it … Read More “From a Father’s Belief to a Family Legacy: The Chill-N Story with Donna and Daniel Golik”
Jungle Driving: The Franchise That’s Reimagining Teen Driver Education
What if you could lower teen accident rates by 60% with a driving school experience that’s fun, immersive, and unlike anything else on the road? That’s exactly what Jen Wherrell and Zach Beutler are doing with Jungle Driving—a fast-growing franchise concept that’s part learning experience, part social initiative, and 100% purpose-driven. In their recent interview … Read More “Jungle Driving: The Franchise That’s Reimagining Teen Driver Education”
Kindness Is a Strategy: How Michelle Holliman Builds Franchise Success from the Heart
In a franchise industry that’s often driven by metrics and margins, Michelle Holliman is a standout voice of compassion, communication, and consistency. As the Vice President of Franchise Development for Pigtails & Crewcuts, Michelle joined The Franchise Woman Podcast to share not just her business expertise—but her deeper philosophy on life, leadership, and kindness. From … Read More “Kindness Is a Strategy: How Michelle Holliman Builds Franchise Success from the Heart”