From A to Franchisee: The Podcast for Smarter Franchise Buying
Franchise Business Review is the trusted, independent source for franchise research. Join FBR President and COO Michelle Rowan as she demystifies the franchise buying process. From funding to franchisee satisfaction, she covers everything you need to know about buying and running a successful franchise. Michelle’s not going it alone, either. With 20 years in market research, Franchise Business Review has insights from hundreds of thousands of franchise owners to uncover the highest-rated brands.
From A to Franchisee: The Podcast for Smarter Franchise Buying
Latest Episodes
The $112 Billion Industry Nobody's Talking About
Most franchise opportunities promise stability — but few are as resilient and rewarding as the commercial cleaning sector. In this episode, Allison Dudas dives into the booming world of cleaning and maintenance, revealing how this essential ind...
What Are The Most Profitable Franchises of 2026?
In this episode, we announce our Most Profitable Franchises of 2026. We name 50 franchise brands in this list whose franchisees report higher earnings than the average. No brand can pay to be on this list! They are on it because of their high f...
What Is It Like to Be A Woman In Franchising?
Host: Allison Dudas, Senior Manager of B2C Marketing at FBRGuest: Jill Kesler, Franchisee of Fish Window CleaningThis episode delves into the 2026 Women In Franchising Trends Report. It features Allison Dudas as the host and Jill ...
What's It Like to Own a Retail Franchise
Jason Sharp’s journey from corporate healthcare to owning a pool supply franchise in Alabama reveals the real secret to success: building a community-focused team and letting your leadership shine behind the scenes. Discover how Jason’s strateg...
The Hidden Factor Behind Franchise Success: Culture
In this episode, hosts Michelle and Allison dive into the importance of franchise culture. They discuss how a strong culture can significantly impact franchisee satisfaction and business success. The episode highlights the top franchises known ...