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Keeping up with Millennials in Franchising: A Talk with Zack and Ryan

Jan 31 • 45 min

In this episode, Zack Fishman and Ryan Hicks chat all things millennials in franchising. We decided to just hit record and riff on a few topics: millennial values, industries we believe our generation will gravitate towards, what that all means for retail…

Brand Strategy with Karen McSteen

Jan 7 • 28 min

Today we have a branding and brand strategy expert on the show. In this podcast, Karen McSteen of Brand Matters, and I, chat on these topics and more. Karen and her firm are experts in: brand evaluation, positioning development and implementation, brand…

On Goals: 99 Percent of People Ignore This On Thing

Dec 29, 2018 • 8 min

Watch the Video Experience: https://youtu.be/ohcNR2T1j5Q Episode Overview: The worlds best companies, organizations and institutions typically have inspiring visions, missions, goals and creeds. These ideals and goals are what build culture, and are the…

Millennial Monthly with Brooke Gagliano and Chris Ives

Dec 17, 2018 • 28 min

Our Millennial Monthly Host Zack Fishman sits with Brooke Gagliano (CEO) and Chris Ives (CFO) of Frutta Bowls. This episode is sponsored by www.Franfunnel.com Audio Engineer: Ben Kliever

Millenial Monthly with John Evans and Zack Fishman

Nov 29, 2018 • 17 min

Enjoy the November “Millennial Monthly” episode with John Evans of EverLine Coatings hosted by Zack Fishman! Episode Sponsored by www.franfunnel.com Audio Engineer: Bel Kliever

Nick Friedman, College Hunks Hauling Junk

Nov 2, 2018 • 29 min

Enjoy this chat with Nick Friedman, President and Co Founder of College Hunks Hauling Junk Be sure to follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ModrnBusiness/ Thanks as always to Ben Kliever, Audio Engineer

Ben Davis - The Gents Place, with Zack Fishman

Oct 31, 2018 • 21 min

Enjoy this episode with Millennial Monthly host Zack Fishman and our guest Ben Davis from the Gents Place. -For More info on Zack’s company: www.franfunnel.com -To learn more about franchising The Gents Place: www.modrnbusiness.com/TGP Thanks as always,…

A Rant on How SONIC ICE Taught Me About Franchising

Oct 24, 2018 • 8 min

On this Podcast I share how I learned about entrepreneurship and FRANCHISING through getting SONIC ICE before baseball practice as a child. Please like and follow us on facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ModrnBusiness/ YouTube Link:…

Kat & Landon Eckles, with Zack Fishman

Sep 28, 2018 • 15 min

This month’s Millennial Monthly brings us a rockstar emerging franchise couple. On this episode, Zack Fishman sits with Kat and Landon Eckles, the CMO and CEO of Clean Juice. I apologize for the sub par audio quality. We were in a break-out room at the…

AJ Titus, President of Signarama

Sep 28, 2018 • 33 min

I had the pleasure of catching up with AJ Titus in Washing DC while at the annual Fly In. (more on that below). In this Podcast we talk about AJ’s unique upbringing in franchising, we learn about his business and also learn more about him! Stick around to…

Millennial Monthly: Carmelo Marsala, CEO of Spray-Net, talks with Zack Fishman

Aug 23, 2018 • 10 min

Millennial Monthly host ZACK FISHMAN sits down with Carmelo Marsala, the Grand Prize winner of the 2106 NextGen in Franchising award. On this short, value-packed podcast- they discuss the nuances of building a fast growing franchise business as a…

Greg Forsythe on Brand Strategy, Reputation and Digital Marketing

Aug 23, 2018 • 41 min

Today, Greg Forsythe from DEKA LASH FRANCHISE joins Host Ryan Hicks to chat about Brand Strategy, Reputation And Digital Marketing. Greg is the Director of Brand Strategy and Marketing of Deka Lash, a fast growing lash extension franchise brand. On this…

OPINION: Don’t Blame Tips for Sexual Harassment - Dawn LaFreeda’s WSJ Article

Aug 7, 2018 • 13 min

This monologue is an OPINION piece covering an issue that has become the topic of much political debate, locally and nationally. I recently visited San Antonio Texas to meet with Dawn LaFreeda, who is the one of the largest woman owned multi-unit…

Millennial Monthly: Jami Stigliano chats with Zack Fishman

Jul 31, 2018 • 22 min

In the July Millennial Monthly Edition, host Zack Fishman chats marketing, social media, millennia’s in franchising, and more with Jami Stigliano, Founder and CEO of DivaDance Company. Show Sponsor: https://www.franfunnel.com/ Audio Engineer: Ben Kliever

Heather McLeod: VP Marketing, The Cleaning Authority

Jun 28, 2018 • 37 min

The marketing mix is noisier than ever before. But there are Modern tools, technologies and mindsets that can be ROCKET FUEL for taking your brand to the next level. Enjoy this great podcast with Heather McLeod, where we dive into these topics and more!…

Dawn LaFreeda: A Chat With The Legendary Denny’s Franchisee

Jun 25, 2018 • 38 min

Dawn is one of the largest self started and single owned multi unit franchise’s in the world. She operates 82 Denny’s restaurants and has an incredibly inspiring story. Enjoy this sit down interview, in person at her San Antonia Texas office. Thanks as…

Millennial Monthly: Zack Fishman Hosts Local Door Coupons

Jun 5, 2018 • 17 min

On this Episode of Millennial Monthly, Zack Fishman hosts Danny Nieves and Carlos Medina of Local Door Coupons. The company was founded in 2014 in Miami FL and has already grown to over 50 locations. About MM: Every month, Host Zack Fishman explores…

027: A Live Chat with Johnny Franchise

Jun 5, 2018 • 42 min

John Francis (aka “Johnny Franchise”) is a highly respected leader, Keynote Speaker, franchise industry consultant, and strategic advisor to many great brands. John currently sits on many boards (as a Director and/or Advisor) including: Sport Clips,…

10 Marketing Tips with David Chapman

Jun 5, 2018 • 47 min

This Podcast explores “10 Marketing Tips for Emerging and Established Franchise Brands” with David Chapman, President and CEO of 919 Marketing. As mentioned in the intro, we had bad connectivity during “Tip number 1”….so our worthy sound engineer *Mr. Ben…

The Future of Transportation - With Barb Moran

May 30, 2018 • 52 min

We’re pleased to welcome Barb Moran Goodrich, CEO and Co Founder of Moran Family of Brands to the Podcast. Today we chat about “The Future of Transportation”. Buckle up and enjoy. Topics include: -What you should know about your “Vehicle Data” -How to…

024: #MillennialMonthly with Zack Fishman | Guest David Blue

May 8, 2018 • 23 min

Zack Fishman sits down with David Blue of Blue Moon Estate Sales to chat about Millennials in franchising, technology and much more! Stay tuned for Millennial Monthly episodes, every month, lead by Zack Fishman. Notable Links from this episode:…

023: “America’s Diner” with Denny’s CEO, John C. Miller

May 1, 2018 • 52 min

On episode 23 we welcome our esteemed guest, Mr. John Miller…to the Podcast. He’s the CEO of Denny’s, Americas Dinner. -Denny’s has almost 1700 locations across the country -In their 9th consecutive year of positive unit growth. -Over the past 7 years,…

022: Wild Birds Unlimited with Paul Picket

Apr 12, 2018 • 32 min

Modern Business Episode #22 takes us “Into the Wild” with Paul Picket - Chief Development officer of Wild Birds Unlimited. Wild Birds Unlimited specializes in bird seed, bird feeders, and many other bird feeding supplies. They were founded in 1981 and…

021: National Nutrition Month: With Julie Canseco & Jessie Williams of Main Squeeze Juice Co.

Mar 27, 2018 • 48 min

Today we welcome Jessie Williams Julie Conseco from Main Squeeze Juice Co. to the Podcast. We chatted on March 14th which is actually national registered dietician day. I also learned that March is national nutrition month, and in the spirit of that, this…

020: Josh Morgan, COO of Melt Shop

Mar 25, 2018 • 32 min

Today we welcome Josh Morgan to the Podcast. He’s the COO of Melt shop, and an operating partner at Aurify Brands (which owns and/or operates fast casual and full-service restaurants like The Melt Shop, 5 Guys Burgers and Fries, The Little Beet, and…

019: Outdoor Living Brands CEO Chris Grandpre - A Live Discussion

Mar 1, 2018 • 22 min

Chris Grandpre is the Chairman and CEO of Outdoor Living Brands, which operates 5 great franchise brands under its umbrella: Archadeck, Conserva Irrigation, Mosquito Squad, Renew Crew, and Outdoor Lighting Perspectives. Some things I really enjoyed in…

018: Using Technology to Gain an Edge - with Ben Gaddis

Feb 26, 2018 • 38 min

I really enjoyed this episode with Ben Gaddis of Austin TX based T3. T3 is a leading marketing Agency that serves many great brands including 7-11, Focus Brands, and many others. An interesting fact: T3 is one of the largest woman owned agencies in the…

017: A Live Chat With Tropical Smoothie Executives at IFA

Feb 21, 2018 • 30 min

Enjoy this live chat with Tropical Smoothie Cafe CEO Mike Rotondo and Chief Development Officer Charles Watson. We caught up at the IFA convention in Phoenix. (Thanks FPN for letting us take over your couches!) On the first part of the chat, we riff back…

016: Aslam Khan - A Live Chat at TGI Fridays HQ

Feb 11, 2018 • 34 min

In this episode I sit down with Aslam Khan, and he shares stories and lessons learned in business and life. I challenge you to listen CLOSELY, PICK OUT the nuggets of wisdom that he carefully shares imbedded deep within the words. Aslam is the Current CEO…

015: “TangoTab It” – Feed the hungry AND get new customers with Social Entrepreneur Nick Marino Jr.

Jan 26, 2018 • 22 min

Social Entrepreneur Nick Marino Jr. calls in to talk about driving traffic to restaurants across the country, feeding the hungry, building a legacy that lasts, and a lot more in this MUST LISTEN episode. Please share this episode with a friend that works…

014: Kevin King on Franchising and Advice for Entrepreneurs

Jan 16, 2018 • 20 min

On this episode we learn from Kevin King, Chief Development Officer of Smoothie King. Topics we delve in to include: -Lessons from mentors -Franchise opportunities -Business Technology -Advice for entrepreneurs Sound Engineer: Ben Kliever

013: Bob O. Carr on Modern Business and “Giving Something Back”

Jan 8, 2018 • 26 min

Bob is the Founder of Heartland Payments, Founder of the Give Something Back Foundation, and CEO of Beyond Inc. In this interview, we explore some of his big lessons learned in business. We uncover some of the key points in his two great books, “Through…

012: Discussing the new Tax bill with Sameer Bhatia, President of BW Group

Dec 29, 2017 • 15 min

On this episode, i’m posting a clip from my call discussing the new tax bill. We also had an interesting exchange about cryptocurrencies, bitcoin and lightcoin. Audio engineering: Ben Kliever

011: CEOin10 with John Venhuizen, CEO of ACE Hardware

Dec 26, 2017 • 11 min

In this “CEO in 10” episode, our very own Rick Tocquigny sits with the CEO of ACE Hardware - Mr. John Venhuizen. Audio Engineer: Ben Kliever

010: Simon Says- Chuck Goetshel on NOT following the crowd

Dec 15, 2017 • 7 min

This is a follow up episode to episode 009 because I wanted to share a couple of pieces of wisdom from Chuck Goetshel and his book “Simon Says”. Chuck is a great leader and I felt that his words needed to be shared. Link: http://chuckgoetschel.com/…

009: #OneQuestionShow - Chuck Goetschel on Implementing Social Technology

Dec 15, 2017 • 5 min

On this short #OneQuestionShow episode, Chuck Goetschel gives us advice on Implementing Social Technology in your business. Links: www.rallio.com http://chuckgoetschel.com/ Sound Engineer: Ben Kliever

008: #OneQuestionShow- Patrick Betdavid on Winning new customers

Dec 12, 2017 • 2 min

Dallas based entrepreneur, business coach, and social media influencer Patrick Bet-david gives local business owners and franchisees advice on winning new customers with this unique strategy. Connect with Patrick: http://www.patrickbetdavid.com/…

007: Kevin Roberts, CEO and Bestselling Author

Dec 7, 2017 • 21 min

On this episode we crown “The James Bond of Modern Business Leadership” for our 007th episode. Take notes when listening to this interview with Kevin Roberts. He is the Author of the Bestselling book “64 Shots”, former Chairman and CEO of Saatchi &…

006: #OneQuestionShow with Laura Rae Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

Dec 4, 2017 • 6 min

On this short #OneQuestionShow episode, we catch up with Laura Rae Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, and get her two cents on franchising and enabling technologies. Interview by Rick Tocquigny Sound Engineering by Ben Kliever Comments and hostd by…

005: The Untold Hstory of Entrepreneurship

Dec 1, 2017 • 10 min

In episode 005 I take a trip back in history and tell the untold story of entrepreneurship. I also explore the franchise business model and touch on the importance of honing our interpersonal and EQ skills. Links: -Papernapkin.io: Umer & Winston Ray…

004: Lonnie Helgerson on Kix Mobile and franchise opportunities for Veterans

Nov 27, 2017 • 17 min

On this episode I chat with Lonnie Helgerson about his career, the Kix Mobile franchise opportunity, and the history of the great VetFran program. Share this episode with a veteran that would be a good business manager/owner. Vet Fran is a great program…

003: #OneQuestionShow - Franchise in Mexico with Sandro Piancone

Nov 15, 2017 • 6 min

#OneQuestionShow with Sandro Piancone - the foremost “Mexpert” on franchising your business in Mexico.

002: CEO in 10 with Jay Walker, Founder of Priceline.com

Nov 14, 2017 • 16 min

Our CEO in 10 Host Rick Tocquigny has a chat with Jay Walker, Founder of Priceline.com and CEO of Upside.

001: Modern Business intro with Ryan Hicks

Nov 14, 2017 • 14 min

Introducing the Modern Business Podcast and setting the stage for whats to come.