Hosted by Paul Ehlinger · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 61 episodes
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Welcome to "Behind the Franchise" by Flamel.ai, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of franchising and explore the marketing strategies that fuel the growth of the industry's most successful brands. Join us every other week as we sit down with the leading marketing minds behind top franchises, uncovering the secrets to their success and sharing insights that franchisors and franchisees can apply to their own businesses. "Behind the Franchise" is your go-to resource for the latest in growth marketing strategies for franchising.
Paul Ehlinger hosts Behind the Franchise, a business show with 61 episodes published.
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Jason D'Rocha, Vice President of Sportball. Jason shares his 20-year journey from part-time coach to franchise leader, revealing how Sportball blends youth sports, child
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Todd Treml, CEO of Touching Hearts at Home. Todd shares his 35-year journey in franchising from helping scale Winmark Corporation from just a few locations to more than
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Matt Stanton, Chief Development Officer of Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa whose career spans many powerhouse brands. Matt shares what it really takes to scale franc
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Angela Johnson, newly appointed CMO of Edible Brands. Angela shares her journey from agency life to leading marketing strategy for one of the most recognized gifting bra
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Nicole Chaudry, Founder and CEO of WorldKids School. Nicole shares her journey from leaving the corporate world in Europe to building a language immersion concept that b
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Mark Michael, co-founder and CEO of DevHub. Mark shares his journey from building behind-the-scenes marketing technology for major platforms to stepping into the spotlig
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Karen Wenning of Suttle-Straus, a seasoned expert in franchise marketing and direct mail strategy. Karen shares her journey from agency life to becoming a trusted partne
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Christina Russell, seasoned franchise executive, board member, and private equity expert. Christina shares her journey through 25+ years in franchising, leading brands l
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with John and Tyler Berglund of Tijon Fragrance Lab, a fast-growing fragrance experience franchise that began as a passion project in the French Caribbean. What started as a
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Daniel McCarty, founder and CEO of JunkStart Junk Removal, a brand redefining the junk removal industry with its innovative pay-by-weight model. Daniel shares his journe
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Emily Hazard of Fortidia, where she helps grow powerhouse franchise brands like PostNet and AlphaGraphics. Emily shares her journey from being a marketer to stepping int
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Stefan Figley, President of 1-800-Packouts. Stefan shares his journey from global marketing analytics to leading franchise systems and how his experience across marketin
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Charles Bonfiglio, founder and CEO of Tint World Automotive Styling Centers. Charles shares his journey from growing up in Brooklyn to building one of the most recogniza
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Stacey Ryan, President of School of Rock, to explore leadership, culture, and franchise growth in a global education brand. Stacey shares her journey from consultant to
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Sebastien Lagree, founder of the globally recognized Lagree Fitness method. Sebastien shares his journey from aspiring action movie star to building one of the most inno
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Scott Redler, restaurant industry veteran, Co-Founder of Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers and President of Mokas Coffee & Eatery. Scott shares his 50-year journey
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Gina Schaefer, founder and CEO of Logan Hardware and a trailblazer in the Ace Hardware cooperative system. Gina shares her unlikely journey from the tech industry to ope
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with David Smith, Vice President of Digital Marketing at Go Mini’s Franchising, to explore how modern franchise brands are evolving through data, systems, and franchise AI. F
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Genevieve Coulson, Director of Social Media at Goldfish Swim School. Genevieve shares her decade-plus journey in social media marketing and what it really takes to build
In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with franchise attorney Ari Stern, partner of Fox Rothschild LLP, for a deep, practical conversation at the intersection of franchising, dispute resolution, and franchise AI.
Christina Russell
Breaking Curses with Excellence
1 appearance on this show
Daniel McCarty
Founder and CEO · Junk Start
1 appearance on this show
Charles Bonfiglio
CEO · Tint World
1 appearance on this show
Stacey Ryan
President · School of Rock
1 appearance on this show
Sebastien Lagree
1 appearance on this show
Scott Redler
Chief Strategic Officer · Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
1 appearance on this show
Gina Schaefer
founder of multiple hardware stores, author of Recovery Hardware · A Few Cool Hardware Stores
1 appearance on this show
David Smith
retired US Air Force Dental Officer, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Certified QDRO Specialist, Military Divorce Financial Specialist, founder of Sand Oak Divorce Solutions · Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of Forestry and Wildlife
1 appearance on this show
Heather Ripley
Founder and CEO of Ripley PR · Ripley PR
1 appearance on this show
Brittney Lincoln
VP of Limitless Franchising, CEO and Founder of Females in Franchising · Females in Franchising
2 appearances on this show
Bennett Maxwell
founder and Chairman · Dirty Dough
1 appearance on this show
Megan Stewart
Speech-Language Pathologist · PCOS Awareness Association
1 appearance on this show
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