Jun 25, 202632 min
When private equity enters a franchise system, the gap between investor expectations and frontline reality can break a business. So, how do you ensure big-money backing actually fuels sustainable growth instead of...
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Owl's Edge
Hosted by Susan Black-Beth · business · EN
About this Podcast:
This is the definitive bridge between Private Equity investors and Franchise Operators. Hosted by Susan Black-Beth who has 30 years of lived experience you’ll go from being smart to being wise. The Owl’s Edge features unfiltered interviews with industry titans and deep-dive educational sessions that look to the past to inform the future. Whether you are a PE investor looking to sharpen your underwriting with human capital insights or a franchise operator looking to scale your legacy without losing your value, this show is your unfair advantage. We want you to have an edge in the market!
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What is Owl's Edge about?
This is the definitive bridge between Private Equity investors and Franchise Operators. Hosted by Susan Black-Beth who has 30 years of lived experience you’ll go from being smart to being wise. The Owl’s Edge features unfiltered interviews with industry titans and deep-dive educational sessions that look to the past to inform the future.
Who hosts Owl's Edge?
Owl's Edge is hosted by Susan Black-Beth. The show has published 13 episodes to date.
What has Owl's Edge covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Aligning Personal Values with Private Equity Success with Kristi Mailloux" (25 June 2026, 32 minutes), "Mastering the Art of Strategic Influence in Franchising" (11 June 2026, 33 minutes), and "How to Master Franchise Unit Economics Before You Scale with Todd Recknagel" (14 May 2026, 33 minutes).
How often does Owl's Edge publish?
Owl's Edge publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 28 minutes across 13 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Owl's Edge?
Booking probability for Owl's Edge is 29%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Owl's Edge requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Owl's Edge's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Owl's Edge?
The strongest fits for Owl's Edge are Investing & Wealth Management and Business & Management Consulting. Owl's Edge has a business audience.
About the host
Susan Black-Beth hosts Owl's Edge, a business podcast with 13 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Jun 11, 202633 min
What happens when you combine the pioneering spirit of a dedicated leader with the strategic power of institutional capital? You unlock a framework for sustainable business growth that prioritizes trust, team alignment...
- May 14, 202633 min
What happens when a rapid expansion leads to a $100,000 loss in your first year? For Todd Recknagel, that was the moment he truly became a franchisee. Instead of selling a struggling business, he leaned into the...
- Apr 30, 202629 min
The franchisors who scale sustainably aren't the ones who sell the most units. They're the ones who adjust pace when systems and processes are starting to break. In this episode, Susan sits down with James Young, one of...
- Apr 9, 202631 min
What happens when you combine the discipline of a CFO with the people-first reality of franchise operations? You get a leadership style that uses data as a tool for clarity, alignment, and real profitability. In this...
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- Mar 26, 202630 min
How can leaning into the human element of franchising actually lead to more disciplined growth and better investment returns? Host Susan Black-Beth welcomes her pal Christina Russell, a leader who has navigated nearly...
- Mar 19, 202630 min
How can a franchisee maintain the same level of quality and connection when scaling from a single location to being a multi-unit, multi-brand operator (MUMBO)? In this episode of Owl’s Edge podcast, host Susan...
- Mar 12, 202624 min
Do you want a practical competitive advantage for your franchise system? This is a mini masterclass from host Susan Black-Beth who shares actionable steps for anyone working in the franchise world to gain that edge...
- Mar 5, 202632 min
How can Private Equity investors move past the spreadsheet and better understand the real-life stakes of their franchise partners? In this episode of Owl’s Edge Podcast, host Susan Black-Beth sits down with industry...
- Feb 26, 202631 min
How can understanding human psychology transform your franchise into a high-growth, high-trust partnership? In this episode of Owl’s Edge Podcast, host Susan Black-Beth sits down with world-renowned business...
- Feb 18, 202630 min
In this episode, host Susan Black-Beth sits down with franchise executive and operator Liberty Bernal to examine what happens when private equity ownership intersects with franchise culture. Drawing from Liberty’s...
- Feb 11, 202633 min
How do you build a franchise system that stands the test of time? It starts with strong and active communication. In this premiere episode, we sit down with the legend who opened the very first Great American Cookies...
- Feb 10, 20262 min
Have you ever wondered how to turn industry-leading "smart" into the lasting "wisdom" that drives extraordinary growth? The Owl’s Edge Podcast is the definitive space where ambitious franchise operators and private...
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James Young
Head of Investor Services for APAC, as well as Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, Betting Above The Rim Podcast
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Christina Russell
CEO and founder, Breaking Curses with Excellence
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Greg Nathan
President & CEO of the National Golf Foundation, Franchise Relationships Institute
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Liberty Bernal
President and COO, Sweet Influencers
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