Best Stan Friedman Podcasts (2024)

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Unconventional Strategies for Franchise Success with Stan Friedman 35:57

3h ago35:57

35:57

If you don’t do something that differentiates you, you don’t even get a look, much less an opportunity. In today’s episode we are diving into strategies for franchise success. We are starting off with the importance of thinking outside the box and how we can be creative about drawing attention and sales into our business. As well as always being a …

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Sean Bock: From Tax Law to Franchise Development... A Storied Career! 34:00

5h ago34:00

34:00

Welcome to another exciting episode of Franchise Today featuring Sean Bach, a seasoned franchise professional with a unique journey through the industry. From his early exposure to franchising through his father's association with the founder of Pizza Hut, to his pivotal roles at Cold Stone Creamery, Drybar, and now Pure Glow, Sean's story is one o…

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When Women Invented Television | NY Times Bestselling author Jennifer Keishan Armstrong 1:05:18

21m ago1:05:18

1:05:18

Welcome to Season 3! Sharon and Susan kick off a new season with Jennifer Keishan Armstrong, the New York Times bestselling author of Seinfeldia: How a Show about Nothing Changed Everything, When Women Invented Television, Sex and the City and Us, and Mary and Lou and Rhoda and Ted. Jennifer writes about entertainment and pop culture for the New Yo…

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Jenny Young, CEO, Brooklyn Robot Foundry: Empowering Creativity in Young Minds! 27:00

7d ago27:00

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This week we are joined by Jenny Young, founder and CEO of Brooklyn Robot Foundry. Jenny is our Q-3, 2024 rising star of franchising and she shares her inspiring journey from a single unit in NYC, to the establishment of a successful, emerging franchise system, that is thriving!.. Jenny discusses how her background as a mechanical engineer and her …

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SNEAK PEEK: Susan and Sharon Spill Secrets for Season 3 38:45

14d ago38:45

38:45

In this special bonus episode, Susan, Sharon and Melissa spill a few secrets about our upcoming season and fun guests coming soon to 80s TV Ladies. Can you guess what female-driven television shows from the 1980s we’ll be covering in our upcoming season? THE CONVERSATION Do we know what we did this summer? How was your summer? What is that feeling …

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How to Choose the Right Franchise with FranNet CEO Jania Bailey 42:45

15d ago42:45

42:45

When it comes to owning a franchise the most important thing you can do to set yourself up for success is to do your due diligence. And the most effective way to do your due diligence is with FranNet's 7-step process that sets you, the potential franchisee, up for long-term success. Today, we are joined by Jania Bailey who joined FranNet in 2006 an…

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Brian Schnell: Navigating the Path to Responsible Franchising! 33:00

16d ago33:00

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This week on Franchise Today I sit down with Brian Schnell, Partner and Chair of the Franchise Practice at Faegre Drinker, as well as the Chairman of the IFA's Franchise Relations Committee. Brian shares his journey into the world of franchise law, starting from his early days at Gray Plant Moody and his first project with International Dairy Queen…

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ENCORE: Revisit Stephanie Zimbalist Talks Remington Steele, Part 2 1:06:37

16d ago1:06:37

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BONUS: Check out this exciting encore episode from Season 1: Part TWO of our interview with true show business icon and classic 8os TV Lady -- “Remington Steele’s” one-and-only Laura Holt -- Stephanie Zimbalist. In a career spanning six decades, Stephanie has performed on stage and screen with everyone: Alec Baldwin, Walter Matthau, Jessica Tandy, …

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Back to the Future, with Brett Larabee! 29:00

23d ago29:00

29:00

This week we are joined by Brett Larrabee, a seasoned franchise professional who has accomplished a great deal in his culinary and franchise career. Brett’s incredible journey began right out of college, as a franchisee…, not just any franchisee, but as Subway’s very first, in the City of Seattle. Over the next 20 years, Brett grew with Subway, ope…

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The Leadership Path for Growth with Alex Judd 49:00

23d ago49:00

49:00

Do you sometimes feel stuck when it comes to moving your business forward? Perhaps, you aren't clear on what path you should take or you don’t have a clear vision of your business? What if you had a clear framework and intentional goals to drive your business growth? Today, our guest Alex Judd sheds light on the magic of success statements, definin…

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Jamie Izaks, President All Points PR: His Journey From Journalism to PR Mastery! 35:00

1M ago35:00

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This week we dive deep into the fascinating career of Jamie Izaks, co-founder and president of All Points Public Relations. Jamie's journey from journalism to the hospitality industry, and finally to entrepreneurship, is a story of inspiration and perseverance. Jamie and I have known each other for 18 years, but it wasn’t until recently that I trul…

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ENCORE: Revisit Stephanie Zimbalist Talks Remington Steele, Part 1 1:01:58

1M ago1:01:58

1:01:58

It's more Summer Reruns. Check out this cool encore episode from Season 1: Susan and Sharon sit down with a true show business icon and classic 8os TV Lady -- “Remington Steele’s” one-and-only Laura Holt -- Stephanie Zimbalist. In a career spanning six decades, Stephanie has performed on stage and screen with everyone: Alec Baldwin, Walter Matthau,…

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From Cinderella to Wonder Woman-Aicha Bascaro, CEO of American Franchise Academy 35:00

1M ago35:00

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This week we delve into the incredible journey of Aicha Boscaro, founder and CEO of the American Franchise Academy. Aicha recounts her unexpected entry into the franchising world, from her humble beginnings, freah out of college in the 80's, and out of business, after her retail boutique start-up failed. Looking for something easy to do, to pay her…

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The Power of Franchising as a Small Business Owner with Art Coley 45:05

1M ago45:05

45:05

When it comes to owning a franchise as a small business owner the benefits are high! They have a proven business model. They have manuals and training, and they will onboard you. They will teach you the industry, help you make less mistakes and hopefully achieve profitability faster than if you opened a stand alone small business. It was this busin…

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ENCORE: Revisit Cagney & Lacey with Tyne Daly 1:18:16

1M ago1:18:16

1:18:16

Encore! Encore! For the summer break, Sharon and Susan take you back to the 80s with reruns, and back to Season 1 with a very special encore presentation of Ep. 119. Meet the woman behind Mary Beth Lacey. Sharon and Susan are excited and honored to talk with Emmy and Tony Award winning actress and the star of Cagney & Lacey, Tyne Daly. In a career …

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Alicia Miller: An Expert's Guide to Navigating Private Equity in Franchising! 30:00

2M ago30:00

30:00

Over the past two weeks, we've delved into some fascinating finance conversations, centered upon creating liuidity events via royalty transactions, thanks to insights from Sean Morrison and David Earle. This week, we remain in the capital arena with Alicia Miller, a strategic advisor to franchise founders, leaders, and investors. Alicia Miller is t…

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Franchise for Good: Purpose, Growth, and Franchise Opportunities with Dave Keil 46:42

2M ago46:42

46:42

How does one go from working at a Fortune 500 company doing jobs like production supervisor, plant industrial engineer, marketer, finance person and more to running an ice cream franchise business? Dave first fell in love with the Haagen-Daz Shoppes franchise because of the entrepreneurship and putting people in business. After this first foray int…

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David Earl, CFO, Stratus Building Solutions: Having Your Cake and Eating it Too! 32:00

2M ago32:00

32:00

Welcome to Franchise Today. In this week's episode, we continue our exploration of liquidity events that seem almost too magical to be true. Imagine achieving a liquidity event without sacrificing any equity or control over your brand. Last week, Sean Morrison from Diversified Royalty Management introduced us to this intriguing concept. Today, we'r…

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Top Ten Guest Stars of A Different World! 1:08:29

2M ago1:08:29

1:08:29

"One of the things I love about looking back at 80s television is you get to see some early and amazing young stars and very exciting stunt casting." It's Guest Stars Galore on 80s TV Ladies! We're taking a nostalgic trip back to the iconic 80s sitcom "A Different World." Susan and Sharon debate -- and celebrate -- the amazing roster of guest stars…

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Navigating Change and Growth in Franchising with Mary Kennedy Thompson 43:47

2M ago43:47

43:47

Let’s just start with the biggest question we are all asking ourselves! Why did Mary Kennedy Thompson leave Neighborly for BNI to become their CEO? Today, Mary is sharing that answer with us as well as her remarkable journey through the franchise system as a trailblazing leader. She sheds light on pivotal lessons in leadership, organizational chang…

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Cultivating Culture, Retaining Talent, and Modeling Leadership in Franchising with Bridget Jones 42:42

2M ago42:42

42:42

What happens when you sell your successful franchise to pursue a dream? A dream that you ended up being denied? You do everything in your power to overcome the obstacles and hurdles until that dream becomes a reality. Today, we are joined by Bridget Jones. Bridget is a former owner of a Just Between Friends franchise and a current owner of a Chick-…

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From Franchisee to CEO - Tracy Panase’s Journey of Leadership Success 43:57

2M ago43:57

43:57

How does one go from a multi-unit franchisee to owner and CEO of the company? Tracy’s dedication to the mission, vision and values of the organization led her to make the leap from franchisee to CEO. In today’s episode, Tracy shares her foray into the franchisee space, and no it didn’t start with the Just Between Friends (JBF) franchise! But it was…

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Shannon Wilburn’s Path to Franchise Success 39:31

2M ago39:31

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What is it truly like to start your own franchise? What challenges do you face as the franchisor? Shannon Wilburn is the innovative force behind the Just Between Friends Franchise System. Today, she shares about the pivotal role of open communication and transparency in fostering strong relationships with franchisees. She sheds light on the challen…

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Unlocking Liquidity Without Sacrificing Equity: A New Frontier in Franchising! 32:00

2M ago32:00

32:00

In this episode, we hear from Sean Morrison, CEO of Diversified Royalty, as we delve into a groundbreaking approach to achieving liquidity for founder-led franchise concepts, without giving up any equity. This method allows qualified franchisors to monetize their current royalty base at very generous multiples of EBITDA, with no need to sell any eq…

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Welcome to The Franchise Leaders Forum! 1:34

3M ago1:34

1:34

Whether you're a franchise or franchisee, or aspiring to join the franchising world, you're in the right place! Welcome to The Franchise Leadership Forum, the podcast that tackles the challenges and pains that you face every day. From understanding franchise dynamics to growing and supporting your franchisees. We get it because we've been there and…

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Does A Different World Need a Reboot? | 90s TV Babies 1:00:31

3M ago1:00:31

1:00:31

The 90s TV Babies are back to examine the 80s sensation A Different World! Serita Fontanesi, Sergio Perez and Megan Ruble signed up for classes at Hillman College TV. But now it’s time for finals. This will ALL be on the test. Professors Lambert and Johnson assigned these episodes to watch: S1: E1 -- “Pilot” S2: E1 -- “Dr. War Is Hell” S2: E20 -- “…

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Graham Chapman: The More Things Change, The More They Stay The Same! 34:00

3M ago34:00

34:00

This week on Franchise Today, I am joined by Graham Chapman, who shares his unique journey into the franchising world, a path paved with family ties and serendipitous encounters. Discover how Graham's early experiences with 919 Marketing, a family business turned industry leader, shaped his career and set the stage for his current ventures. As the …

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Sticky Fingers Cooking School, CEO Erin Fletter: A Rising Star in Franchising! 34:00

3M ago34:00

34:00

This week I welcome Erin Fletter, the passionate founder and CEO of Sticky Fingers Cooking. Discover how Erin's humble beginnings at her kitchen table led to the creation of a thriving children's cooking school franchise. Learn about her inspiring journey, the challenges she faced, and the innovative systems she implemented to begin successfully sc…

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A Different World and Hollywood Strategies For Revolution | Director Neema Barnette 1:21:17

3M ago1:21:17

1:21:17

“A lot of production companies… who decide to do stories about people of color are not used to having the people of color they hire coming in with an opinion. Coming in contradicting them on certain things.” -- Neema Barnette, director, A Different World Susan and Sharon welcome legendary producer-director Neema Barnette to talk about her journey f…

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Donatos CEO, Tom Krouse: It's About the People, the Pizza, and a Whole Lot More! 32:00

3M ago32:00

32:00

In this episode of Franchise Today, I sit down with Tom Krause, CEO of Donato's Pizza, for a compelling conversation about the storied history and exciting future of the beloved pizza brand. Tom shares his unique journey into the franchising world, starting with his early days at McDonalds and Wendy's and eventually leading him to Donato's. He disc…

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67: Proven Strategies to Overcome Real Estate Hurdles - Frank & Laurie Woods 53:25

4M ago53:25

53:25

Tom welcomes to the show, a dynamic couple who transitioned from corporate jobs to being successful real estate investors. They share their journey, starting with the emotional and logistical challenges they faced when Laurie's father passed away, leading them to clean out and sell his house. This experience sparked their interest in real estate, a…

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Tim Murphy, CEO of Boomers Parks: Turning Lemons into Lemonade! 43:00

4M ago43:00

43:00

This week I sit down with Tim Murphy, a company turnaround specialist, with a storied career in the restaurant, entertainment and franchising worlds. Tim shares his journey from working at Denny's Corporate to becoming a mentee of the late Applebee's International Founder and CEO, Abe Gustin Jr. Now, Tim has taken the helm at Boomers Parks a rising…

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A Different World | Showrunner, Writer Susan Fales-Hill 1:06:22

3M ago1:06:22

1:06:22

“You can be anything you want in this world, darling. But if you become an actress or a nun, I’ll kill myself.” -- legendary actress Josephine Premice to her daughter, writer/producer Susan Fales-Hill. Susan and Sharon welcome writer and showrunner Susan Fales-Hill as they continue their look back at the classic 80’s comedy series A Different World…

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Keith Gerson: From Hippie Rocker, to Franchise Rock Star. 50 + Years in the Biz! 37:00

4M ago37:00

37:00

Welcome to another exciting episode of Franchise Today. This week,I welcome Keith Gerson, a trusted friend, respected peer, and an erstwhile frenemy. Keith delves into his early days in franchising, starting from his hippie rock-and-roll days to his first serious job responding to an ad in the Portland Oregonian. He recounts his journey from being …

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Exploring A Different World | Niceole Levy 1:10:04

4M ago1:10:04

1:10:04

Sharon and Susan begin an all-new series of episodes looking at the groundbreaking 80s sitcom A Different World (1987-1993). This Cosby Show spin-off starred Lisa Bonet, Kadeem Hardison, Jasmine Guy, Charnele Brown, Dawn Lewis and Marissa Tomei. It explored the lives of students at Hillman College, a fictional HBCU, and addressed issues such as rac…

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Adam Povlitz: Anago Franchisees Are Cleaning Up! 35:00

5M ago35:00

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Since 1989, Anago has been making the dream of business ownership a reality. As CEO & President, Adam is deeply passionate about fostering entrepreneurship and the financial freedom that comes with it. He firmly believe that entrepreneurship is the cornerstone of economic progress. At Anago, they provide aspiring business owners with turnkey soluti…

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Directing Miami Vice and Cagney & Lacey | Jan Eliasberg 1:15:37

4M ago1:15:37

1:15:37

“I was quite set on theater. I was going to go out to Los Angeles for one year -- and that was it. Then I was going to go back to New York and devote myself to the theater. It didn’t work out that way.” -- Jan Eliasberg 80s TV Ladies "Director Ladies" series continues as Susan and Sharon welcome legendary director Jan Eliasberg. Jan began her telev…

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Wing Snob Co-Founder and President Brian Shunia: Our Wings are Simply Better! 24:00

5M ago24:00

24:00

Brian Shunia is the President and Co-Founder of The Wing Snob™ brand and as such, he is dedicated to serving the very best, fresh, never frozen, mouthwatering, hormone-free chicken wings anywhere, topped by a variety of delectable signature sauces and flavorful dry rubs. Wing Snob™ operates as a modern, quick-service, fast casual style restaurant w…

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"Right at Home," Talking Franchise Development, with Jen Chaney. 35:00

5M ago35:00

35:00

As Vice President of Franchise Development at Right at Home, Jen Chaney is responsible for the company's growth and development by awarding incredible franchise opportunities to interested and eligible candidates. Jen has direct oversight of new, prospective franchisees, as well as growth by expansion of existing franchisees. Jen is a strategic tho…

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Welcome New Listeners! April 8TL Mailbag + In Memorium 20:36

5M ago20:36

20:36

The Best Indie Podcast nomination IS the award! Susan and Sharon thank ALL the listeners who came out to support “80’s TV Ladies” as Best Indie Podcast for the WEBBY AWARDS. A big welcome to all our new listeners! And a sincere thank you to all who voted and to our listeners who reached out. BIG THANKS to our friends who shouted us out, including: …

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Gary Prenevost: Franchise Pro, CFA Board Member, Best Selling Author. 32:00

5M ago32:00

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Gary Prenevost, has served on the Board of Directors of the Canadian Franchise Association for some 15 years, and has been a FranNet Rock Star for some 21 years. Now, he adds the titlea of best-selling author and sought-after Platform Speaker to his resume, as his recently released book the Unstoppable Franchisee, soars on USA Today’s List of Top 1…

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Nominated For Best Indie Podcast | Help Us Win a Webby Award! 2:26

5M ago2:26

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Help us win a Webby Award - Vote at WebbyAwards.com. Vote for 80’s TV Ladies for Best Indie Podcast at the Webby Awards Now! Voting ends Thursday, April 18th, 2024. Vote: tinyurl.com/vote80tvl Thanks to our dear friends, Weirding Way Media and Astonishing Legends for all their support! Cheers and welcome to any Richard Hatem's Paranormal Bookshelf …

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Moonlighting | Our Top 8 Favorite Episodes! 1:00:32

5M ago1:00:32

1:00:32

BREAKING: 80s TV Ladies has been nominated for a Webby Award! Help us win. VOTE HERE! Back to our episode: Sharon and Susan burst into the Blue Moon Detective Agency and hire Maddie and David to help them answer ONE BURNING QUESTION: What are their Top 8 favorite episodes of the entire series? Maddie: “Eight? Eight? Why not ten?” David: “Can’t do i…

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Ricky Kalmon: How To Level Up Your Mindset! 32:00

6M ago32:00

32:00

RICKY KALMON is a growth mindset expert, a motivational speaker and are you ready for this, a celebrity hypnotist. Ricky delivers high-energy and mindset motivational keynote programs and corporate entertainment. His programs are inspirational and offer compelling, applicable tools, that anyone can use for both their personal and professional devel…

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Ford Saeks Takes the Business of Franchising, to a Whole New Level! 29:00

6M ago29:00

29:00

This week on Franchise Today, we delve into the world of business acceleration and artificial intelligence (AI) in franchising, with our esteemed guest, Ford Saeks. An acclaimed business growth accelerator and early AI adapter, Ford brings refreshing insights to the table, shedding light on how AI is revolutionizing workflows across industries. Fea…

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Engaging Spaces: Atmosphere TV Revolutionizes Public Viewing! 34:00

6M ago34:00

34:00

John Smolen, Senior Vice President of Global Distribution Sales at Atmosphere TV, joins us today to discuss the streaming platform’s benefits for franchises and businesses, like restaurants, bars, grills, taverns, and gyms.Atmosphere TV is known for replacing daytime TV in public spaces with engaging short-form content across 40+ channels and is re…

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ENCORE: Revisit Cagney and Lacey with Sharon Gless 1:28:49

6M ago1:28:49

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Encore! Encore! In celebration of the premiere of Cagney & Lacey 42nd years ago this week, here is a look back at the special Sharon Gless interview we dropped one year ago today! Sharon and Susan are at Podcast Movement Evolutions and The Ambies this week! So here's a look back to when they go to sit down with show business legend Sharon Gless. Mu…

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Colette Bell : Why "Ace is the Place, Where Your "Handyman Matters!" 40:00

6M ago40:00

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In September, 2019, Ace Hardware successfully expanded its business by acquiring Handyman Matters and rebranding it as Ace Handyman Services, with a refreshed business strategy focused on expanding home improvement services. Under the leadership of Andy Bell, co-founder of Handyman Matters and CEO of the rebranded entity, Ace Handyman Services has …

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John Francis, AKA: Johnny Franchise, on Franchising Done Right! 30:00

6M ago30:00

30:00

John Francis, a franchise expert, advisor, and speaker with over 30 years of experience, shares his deep understanding of the franchising world. Born into a franchise family, he was a franchisee and franchisor multiple times. His parents pioneered the franchise model in the hair salon industry, creating a global empire. John's diverse background in…

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Moonlighting | The 90s TV Babies 1:04:54

6M ago1:04:54

1:04:54

The 90’s TV Babies return: Serita Fontanesi, Sergio Perez and Megan Ruble are back to do a little Moonlighting! Do you agree with the 90s Kids about Cybill Shepherd and Bruce Willis' hit show? Susan and Sharon served up five key episodes for the Babies' viewing pleasure: S1: E1 – “Pilot” S2: E3 – “Money Talks, Maddie Walks” S2: E4 – “The Dream Sequ…

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