How Franchising Can Bridge the Gap Between Business Ownership and Success
It’s often difficult to see a clear path to success when thinking about owning a business. Viewers will learn the benefits of franchise ownership and how it can turn the dream of business ownership into reality.
Presenters
Brian Woods is the Group Vice President of Franchise Development at Neighborly. Neighborly is the world's largest parent company of 30 home service brands and more than 5,000 franchise locations in nine countries. Brian is responsible for the 6 Franchise Brands in the Repair Cluster (Mr. Rooter, Mr. Appliance, Mr. Electric, Dryer Vent Wizard, Aire Serv, and Precision Door Services.). He is a key driver in the strategic direction of the brands in terms of growth and market expansion. Brian is also the Co-Chair of Neighborly’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee. Prior to Neighborly, Brian was the Managing Director of Franchise Development for G6 Hospitality, the parent company of Motel 6 and Studio 6 economy hotels. While at G6, Brian was the first President of the Council of Diversity/Inclusion, and Equality (CODE@6) where he focused on Diversity franchise recruitment.
Host
Brian Wieters is Group Vice President, Franchise Development at Neighborly. He has spent 30+ years in franchising, leading development teams at multiple brands in the quick serve, business services and home service industries. Brian believes in an UPFRONT sales philosophy that considers the prospect first with the goal of helping the franchise prospect reach their goal, which then leads to the brand reaching its goals.