
Stars of Franchising
“How do I find and choose the right franchise opportunity?” “How do I overcome the obstacles and bounce back from the setbacks?” “How do I achieve the scale I’m after?”
Join hosts Ab Igram and Vini Onyemah to learn from the global pioneers, innovators, and visionaries who are realizing their entrepreneurial dreams through the franchise business model.
New episodes every other week.
Podcasting since 2023 • 41 episodes
Stars of Franchising
Latest Episodes
Mateo and Tadeo Acosta-Rubio, Churromania & Clave
"We’ve been lucky to grow up in a playground of entrepreneurship — churros just happen to be the medium." In this energizing episode of Stars of Franchising, we sit down with Mateo and Tadeo Acosta-Rubio, Venezuela...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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43:08

Fernando López de Castilla Elías, Founder of GNF Worldwide & Formula X
"Franchising is not just a business model. It’s an ecosystem of shared success." As the founder of GNF Worldwide, Fernando López de Castilla Elías has helped shape the franchise landscape across more than 10 countries. From...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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34:14

Rob Branca, Dunkin’ Franchisee, Real Estate Developer, and National Franchise Advocate
"If you don’t have a seat at the table, you’re probably on the menu." Rob Branca is more than just a multi-unit Dunkin’ operator — he’s a legal mind, real estate investor, second-generation franchisee, and one of franchisin...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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50:49

Lindsey McFadden, CMO of Stretch Zone
"Our business is about helping people feel better — whether that’s in body, in mindset, or through entrepreneurship." Lindsey McFadden didn’t just join the wellness franchising movement — she’s helping shape the future of i...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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28:36

Victor Berny, Multi-Brand Franchise Operator & Babson Alum
"You don’t need to be an expert in everything — you just need vision, leadership, and great people." Victor Berny grew up in his family’s hardware store business in Mexico. Today, he’s the visionary behind one of the region...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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44:21
