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.
Stars of Franchising
Colleen Upham, Co‑Founder & CEO, Oh Deer
Use Left/Right to seek, Home/End to jump to start or end. Hold shift to jump forward or backward.
This week, we sit down with Colleen Upham, co‑founder of Oh Deer, the all‑natural deer, tick, and mosquito control franchise redefining eco‑friendly home services across the country.
Colleen’s story is a powerful blend of mission, resilience, and heart. From mixing formulas in a basement while raising newborn twins to building a franchise system rooted in community and care, she shares what it takes to grow the right way—with intention, values, and a commitment to franchisee success.
We cover:
✔️ Building a purpose‑driven brand
✔️ Knowing when to pause growth to strengthen systems
✔️ Selecting franchisees who align with your mission
✔️ How innovation often comes from the field
✔️ Balancing entrepreneurship and family
✔️ Why “all‑natural” is more than a trend—it’s the future
One of my favorite takeaways from Colleen:
“Never give up. Take a breath, reevaluate, and move forward stronger.”
🎧 Listen now and get inspired: Stars of Franchising (Babson College)
