The Business of Restaurant Franchising

Sunny Singh, founder of Adobo Fresh Burrito Franchising, talks about success in “boring” businesses and some practical insights about the business of franchising and investing in restaurants. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest Do you want to advertise on the show? https://Everyday-MBA.com/advertise

Karen Hastie traded a quiet retirement after running a successful retail business for over 30 years for the thrill of launching a tech startup at age 60. She founded the Chamber Perks App to help local businesses grow. Listen as Karen shares some practical strategies to build success as a late-in-life entrepreneur. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest Do you want to advertise on the show? https://Everyday-MBA.com/advertise

Jonathan Escobar Marin discusses his book “Lead To Beat” and how organizations can develop a steady rhythm of execution and evolution to stay ahead of change. Jonathan is CEO of ActioGlobal, management consulting firm that specializes in guiding organizations through digital and cultural transformation. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://Everyday-MBA.com/sponsor

Phillip Cantrell talks about his book “Failing My Way to Success” and lessons from 42 years winning (and losing) in business. Phillip is an entrepreneur and business strategist and an expert building and leading companies in real estate and other multiple industries. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://Everyday-MBA.com/sponsor

Oscar Amundsen discusses his book “How to Become a Dream Organization,” and principles leaders can use to drive meaningful change and build a culture of trust, engagement, and innovation. Oscar is a Professor of Organization Studies at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Alexis Sikorsky discusses his book “Cashing Out: The Business Owner's Guide to Selling to Private Equity.” Alexis is an entrepreneur, investor, and an expert in scaling businesses and navigating successful private equity exits. After selling his own company for nine-figures, he now helps founders and CEOs maximize their company’s value and prepare for strategic exits. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Adam Bergman talks about his book “Mastering the Self-Directed IRA.” Adam is the founder of IRA Financial and an expert in self-directed retirement plans. Adam specializes in alternative assets like real estate, crypto, and private equity. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Faisal Hoque talks about his book “Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI.” Faisal is a leading technologist, transformation expert, and bestselling author of ten award-winning books. He is the founder of NextChapter and has worked with top organizations like MasterCard, IBM, and the U.S. Department of Defense. His book “Lift” was a #1 Wall Street Journal and a USA Today bestseller. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Richie Breaux discusses success tactics in the luxury construction industry.  Richie is an award-winning entrepreneur and CEO of one of the fastest-growing construction firms in Hawaii. He’s redefining what it means to build—not just structures, but lasting change and he’s all about raising both business standards and community outcomes. Listen as he talks about his entrepreneurial journey, leadership, innovation, and how to build a business that makes a difference. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Dennis Holland talks about his research into the strength of supervisor-employee relationships and how it influences profitability. Dennis is the CEO of Quantum Connections and the creator of the Net Connected Score (NCS). He explains the metric and how leaders and organizations benefit from building stronger workplace connections.  Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management