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Franchise QB

Franchise QB

Written by: Mike Halpern
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Welcome to the Franchise QB podcast where we empower entrepreneurs to WIN BIG in franchising. Hosted by Mike Halpern, a 20-year franchising veteran and entrepreneur, we huddle up weekly to educate our audience about the most successful small business model ever created: Franchising. Our mission is for listeners to achieve their American Dreams as new franchise owners. Let’s get started!

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Episodes
  • Episode 109: Why Harvard MBAs Left Finance for Thrift Stores Franchising
    Feb 18 2026

    How do you turn a "dusty" thrift store into a $275M international powerhouse? In this huddle, Mike Halpern sits down with Tyler and Zach Gordon, co-CEOs of Basecamp Franchising, to reveal how they are disrupting the $50 billion resale industry through advanced technology and data-driven operations.

    #Franchising #ResaleEconomy #SustainableBusiness #Entrepreneurship #franchiseqb

    Free Resource for Franchise QB Listeners:

    The Franchise QB Playbook will guide you through the process of finding your perfect franchise fit.

    Free Franchise Doc: 👉https://www.franchiseqb.com/playbook
    #franchiseownership #FranchiseOpportunities #OwnABusiness #FranchiseSuccess #FranchiseQB

    Contact me and my team with any questions along the way. www.calendly.com/franchiseguy
    Mike Halpern, CAFC
    mike@franchiseqb.com

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    31 mins
  • Episode 108: BYou Laser Clinics: Capturing the $27B Beauty Boom Franchise Opportunity
    Feb 11 2026

    Discover how BYou Laser Clinics is disrupting the $27B US aesthetics market. Founder Irena Azaraev reveals how she scaled a 65-unit development deal by attracting multi-unit QSR investors to the world of medical lasers.
    Episode Summary: In this huddle, Mike Halpern talks with Irena Azaraev about the "BYou" mission: enhancing natural beauty through 43+ customized treatments. Learn about their proprietary "BYou Academy," their results-guarantee policy, and why this model is perfect for full-time, part-time, or absentee owners.
    #FranchiseQB #MedSpaFranchise #BusinessInvestment #BYouLaser #Entrepreneurship

    Guest Website: BYou Laser Clinics


    Free Resource for Franchise QB Listeners:

    The Franchise QB Playbook will guide you through the process of finding your perfect franchise fit.

    Free Franchise Doc: 👉https://www.franchiseqb.com/playbook
    #franchiseownership #FranchiseOpportunities #OwnABusiness #FranchiseSuccess #FranchiseQB

    Contact me and my team with any questions along the way. www.calendly.com/franchiseguy
    Mike Halpern, CAFC
    mike@franchiseqb.com

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    22 mins
  • Episode 107: Recession-Proof Investing: Building a Commercial Security Empire with FlyLock Franchise
    Feb 4 2026

    This conversation explores the journey of Flylock Security Solutions, a franchise that evolved from a family locksmith business founded in 1946. Co-founders Barry and Brett McMenimon discuss the significant turning points in their growth, including the transition to franchising and the recent rebranding from Flying Locksmiths to Flylock Security Solutions. They highlight the company's focus on commercial security services, the importance of training and support for franchise owners, and the unique advantages of their national account management system. The discussion also emphasizes the collaborative culture among franchisees and the ideal profile for potential franchise owners, along with insights into startup costs and the family-oriented nature of the franchise system.

    Free Resource for Franchise QB Listeners:

    The Franchise QB Playbook will guide you through the process of finding your perfect franchise fit.

    Free Franchise Doc: 👉https://www.franchiseqb.com/playbook
    #franchiseownership #FranchiseOpportunities #OwnABusiness #FranchiseSuccess #FranchiseQB

    Contact me and my team with any questions along the way. www.calendly.com/franchiseguy
    Mike Halpern, CAFC
    mike@franchiseqb.com

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    24 mins
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