Franchise QB
Welcome to the Franchise QB podcast where we empower entrepreneurs to WIN BIG in franchising. Hosted by Mike Halpern, a 20-year franchising veteran and entrepreneur, we huddle up weekly to educate our audience about the most successful small business model ever created: Franchising. Our mission is for listeners to achieve their American Dreams as new franchise owners. Let’s get started!
Franchise QB
Latest Episodes
Episode 121: High-Profit Franchise | Voda Cleaning & Restoration: Scalable Home Service
Discover how Dan Claps scaled Voda Cleaning and Restoration to 300 territories and why "slowing down" is the secret to massive franchise growth. If you are looking for a recession-resistant home service business with elite unit economics, this ...
Episode 120: 400-Unit Growth Secrets | How to Scale a Coffee Franchise with Scott Redler
Looking for the next big franchise opportunity? Scott Redler, co-founder of the legendary Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, reveals why he joined JRI Hospitality to scale Mokas Coffee and Eatery into a national powerhouse.Key ...
Episode 119: Why This NFL Coach Quit the League to Build a Franchise Empire
Luke Carlson, CEO of Discover Strength, joins Mike Halpern to discuss how he scaled a boutique fitness concept into a national powerhouse. From his roots in the NFL to mastering "unit economics," Luke reveals the leadership principles and scien...
Episode 118 : From NASCAR to CEO Safeway Driving Franchise: Invest in a Recession-Proof Business
NASCAR veteran Brad Coleman joins Mike Halpern to discuss the evolution of Safeway Driving, a 53-year-old Texas institution. Discover a unique franchise model that combines a life-saving mission with a scalable, low-inventory business structure...
Episode 117: How to Scale a Pavement Maintenance Service Business to $15M Nationally
Host Mike Halpern sits down with Bryan and Michael Appell to discuss the rapid expansion of Appell Line Striping. Learn how this family-grown business turned a local service into a national brand serving household names like Starbucks and Best ...
