Joining the show today is Mark Setterington. Mark  is the Co- Founder and CEO of Island Fin Poke.   Island Fin is one of the fastest growing franchises in fast casual with Hawaiian style Poke served in a casual, laid back beach setting. Mark brings  30 plus years of high volume and multi unit restaurant...

Joining me today is John Smotryski. John is the co-founder of Wicked Lick Ice Cream Wicked Lick was started as a dream of Founders in 2018 to slow down and enjoy life more, while also remaining an active part of their community. With rapid success over the last three years, the brand launched their franchising...

Joining me today is Shane Lynch Shane is the president of Storm Guard Franchise Systems.   Storm Guard is the nation’s 1st exterior restoration franchise company. Storm Guard has assisted over 11,000 customers with the replacement of roofing, siding, window and gutter projects resulting from hail or wind damage. Storm Guard  currently has 38 franchise...

Joining me today is Rick Porter Rick is the owner, president and founder of Cinch I.T franchise.  As President, he manages Cinch I.T. Franchise in delivering best-in-class customer service and driving innovation. Rick was a member of the US Army’s Special Operation Community, a Recipient of the Worcester Business Journals 40 under 40 and named...

Joining me today is Jason Stowe Jason is the  Vice President of Franchise Development at Cyberbacker.  With over 20 years of experience in franchise development under his belt, Jason has been responsible for tremendous success in the space. Jason got his start in the restaurant industry, co-owning and operating Bajio Mexican Grill. After selling the brand,...

Joining me today is Dave Asprey  Dave is the founder and CEO of Upgrade Labs. Upgrade Labs is the world’s first biohacking facility. Biohackers use cutting edge technology to exponentially improve your health at the cellular level. Dave Asprey is an entrepreneur, the founder of Bulletproof Coffee, a four-time New York Times bestselling science author,...

Joining me today is Matt Lovasz Matt  is the founder and CEO of TACT Crime & Trauma Scene Cleanup Franchise.   Prior to founding TACT, Matt was a former police veteran and  also a  former master franchise owner and head instructor in the biohazard industry. Matt has been featured on the A&E show Hoarders on multiple...

Joining me today is Marla DiCarlo. Marla  is an accomplished business consultant with more than 28 years of professional accounting experience. As co-owner and CEO of Raincatcher, a business brokerage based in Denver Colorado, Marla helps business owners get their business ready to sell so they find the best buyer and get paid the maximum...

Joining me today is Dr Jason Helfrich.   Jason  is the co-founder and CEO of 100% Chiropractic.   Founded in 2004 and franchising since 2015, 100% Chiropractic is a family of full-service wellness clinics that offer cutting-edge chiropractic care, massage therapy, and a full line of supreme-quality nutritional supplements through affordable cash plans and insurance...

Joining me  today is Thomas Nieto. Thomas is the CEO of Main Squeeze Juice Company.    At Main Squeeze Juice Company, they take pride in their 100% Plant Powered, Cold-Pressed Juices. Their  award-winning, fresh and raw juices are made locally every day and cram 2-4 pounds of whole fruits and vegetables into each bottle. I...

Joining me today is Jake Hamburger. Jake is the Director of Franchise Development with Franchise Fastlane.  Hello Garage has partnered with  Franchise Fastlane to handle franchise sales.  Hello Garage was named one Franserve’s “Fran-tastic 500” for 2021. I hope you enjoy today’s discussion with Jake Hamburger from Franchise Fastlane.

Joining me today is Mike Grecky. Mike is a good friend and fellow franchise consultant.  You may remember Mike from when he joined me for episode 1 of Franchise Hounds.  Today Mike and I discuss what makes someone a good candidate for franchise ownership. Mike and I had a lot of fun recording this episode...