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The Franchise Show Interview
The style of this show is very conversational and attendees can ask questions instead of just a one-way broadcast.
Roark/Nothing Bundt Cakes again taps securitization market for $240M bonds
Whole business securitization is now the preferred method for large scale franchise systems to tap the capital markets. This is something discussed at length in my book: Big Money in Franchising. Nothing Bundt Cakes is the latest example. Roark Capital is the most frequent franchise user of WBS across its portfolio. It is an efficient capital planning tool but franchisees need to understand how it works and implications.
Interview / Podcast with 1851 Franchise
Summary transcript & replay of podcast/interview. Alicia Miller, founder of Emergent Growth Advisors has an unusual career path, but has discovered the keys to responsible franchising, and the importance of an "exit mindset" along the way.
Third Party Franchise Sales Disclosures
We can elevate franchising through better disclosures and treating franchise sales like a respected profession, not an occupation.
3 Ways to Get on the Road to Franchising - and How to Find the Right Business for You
Although franchising contributes significantly to the US economy, most US business schools lack dedicated franchising curriculums. These three sources will help you get started and find out which franchise is right for you.
Why Aren't New Franchise Openings Keeping Up With New License Sales?
Franchise sales conferences are packed and lead channels are full. There is more interest in starting a business than ever before. But net franchise unit growth remains flat. Why?
Franchise Euphoria Podcast: What Founders & Franchisees Should Consider About Private Equity
In this podcast we talk about private equity in franchising, pros and cons, mistakes, the impact on franchisees and other stakeholders, and how prospective franchisees can use PE techniques to make better franchise purchase decisions. We also talk extensively about emerging brands, things to avoid, and recruiting that first brave franchisee.
2024: Top Women in Franchising
Each year, 1851 Franchise does a roundup of the most influential and successful women in the franchising industry. In this installment, we speak with Alicia Miller, founder and managing director of Emergent Growth Advisors.
New California Proposal Would Require 3rd Party Franchise Sales Disclosure
New California Proposal Would Require 3rd Party Franchise Sales Disclosure
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