Franchise Everything

Glenn Walford
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Let's talk about everything and anything in franchising! Inspiring with experiences and information from the coal face of the people behind the day-to-day of franchises in action. We unpack personal journeys in founding and leading franchises, but just as important, are the journeys of people who own and run one or multiple franchise locations. From fitness, to coffee, to lawns and everything in between, franchising is a buffet of business niches. And with that comes an even wider range of people and stories to talk to about what they do, and how they did it. And from the people who support franchises in every kind of way. Everyone has a story to tell, and you'll often be amazed when they tell it in this way!

  1. 18/12/2025 · VIDEO

    Ep148 What’s Behind Beare Flooring’s Rapid Franchise Growth? | William Beare

    William Beare is the founder of Beare Flooring, a mobile flooring franchise that has grown from its first franchisee to 18 active locations in just 20 months.    Built around a low-overhead model with no traditional showrooms, Beare Flooring focuses on removing non-income-producing tasks while giving franchisees the systems, logistics, and support to sell more and operate efficiently.   In this episode, William shares why installers are increasingly becoming strong franchise owners, how significant investment in custom software has enabled rapid and scalable growth, and what’s ahead as Beare Flooring expands further across New South Wales and beyond.   0:00 Introduction 0:48 From first franchisee to 18 locations in 20 months 1:10 What Beare Flooring is and why the mobile showroom model works 2:27 Fixing the sales vs installer disconnect in flooring 3:57 Why installers are choosing Beare Flooring and what’s attracting them to the model 4:51 How Beare Flooring’s franchise training and recruitment approach has evolved 8:22 Investing heavily in custom software to scale the business 9:13 The role of a flagship showroom and how it fits the national strategy 10:18 How Beare Flooring is approaching expansion into Sydney 11:48 Why Beare Flooring’s mobile franchise model eliminates leases and lowers risk 13:26 What prospective franchisees are really looking for and their biggest frustrations 14:25 How Beare Flooring helps franchisees find customers and stay busy 16:32 How Beare Flooring’s customer profile has evolved as the brand has grown 17:40 The next 12 months for Behr Flooring and where the focus is heading 20:00 Wrap up   Podcast Produced by:  www.magneticbusinessmedia.com.au   Listen or Watch on;   Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/4yzz652a Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/2s3ujpu3 Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/4y6cma87 YouTube: https://youtu.be/emCXO02VhW4

    20 min

  2. 12/12/2025 · VIDEO

    Ep147 The Future of Hospitality Technology: 5 Trends Reshaping Restaurants with Tom Elliott

    The hospitality industry is moving into a new era and in this episode of Franchise Everything Podcast, Hog’s Breath CEO Tom Elliott breaks down the five biggest tech trends every restaurant, café, and franchise owner needs to prepare for. From robotics in the kitchen to unified data ecosystems, energy sustainability, predictive maintenance, and AI-powered customer experiences,    Tom reveals what he’s seen on his overseas research tours and how these innovations are already reshaping operations globally.   Tom also explains how franchise networks can adopt new technology without overwhelming operators, how data will drive smarter decisions, and why brands that embrace tech now will reduce costs, protect margins, and future-proof their restaurants.   0:00 Introduction 0:43 Insight #1: Smart kitchens and robotics transforming back-of-house 2:51 What Tom observed during his US research tour 3:16 Insight #2: Building a unified data ecosystem for franchise operations 4:22 Balancing change speed with franchisee adoption and tech relevance 4:56 Insight #3: The shift toward energy sustainability in hospitality 6:43 Insight #4: Predictive maintenance and preventing equipment downtime 8:55 Insight #5: AI-driven customer experience and automation 10:30 Applying global tech insights to the Hog’s Breath dining model 11:43 Testing new technologies in upcoming stores and retrofitting older sites 12:40 Wrap up   Podcast Produced by:  www.franchisebusinesshub.com.au Listen or Watch on;   Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/3ax452z4 Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/tnvec49k Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/24c8dduz YouTube: https://youtu.be/aqKim421T4o

    13 min

  3. 10/12/2025 · VIDEO

    Ep146 What It’s Really Like Acquiring a Franchise Brand (Lessons from Anya Haywood)

    Buying a 30+ year franchise brand sounds exciting but the reality is far more complex.    In this episode of Franchise Everything, Glenn speaks with Anya Haywood, Managing Director of Seal-A-Fridge, about what it truly takes to acquire, stabilise, and modernise a legacy franchise business. From managing franchisee expectations to resisting the urge to make fast changes, Anya reveals why patience, listening, and data-driven decisions matter more than quick wins.   Anya also dives into Seal-A-Fridge’s next growth phase — sustainability, corporate accounts, and building long-term franchisee profitability through smarter systems and education.    If you're thinking about buying a franchise brand, leading change in an established network, or scaling a service-based franchise the right way, this episode breaks down the real strategy behind sustainable franchise growth.   0:00 Introduction 0:33 Seal-A-Fridge’s 37-year history and franchisee-to-franchisor ownership shift 3:06 Preserving organisational knowledge when acquiring an established brand 5:14 Managing unrealistic franchisee requests while protecting long-term relationships 6:55 The key phases of acquiring a franchise brand and where Seal-A-Fridge sits now 11:19 Moving into product stewardship as a long-term environmental and business focus at the 18-month mark 13:51 Leadership advice for anyone acquiring a franchise brand or stepping into a change mandate  15:27Wrap up   Podcast Produced by:  www.franchisebusinesshub.com.au   Listen or Watch on;   Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2s4zewct Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/2avjpftp Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/yc7sdx4k YouTube: https://youtu.be/vNmOAJGS2Uk

    16 min

  4. 01/12/2025 · VIDEO

    Ep145 Origin of the Hog's Breath brand, with Ginger White, Co-Founder

    Ginger White is the co-founder of Hogs Breath, a brand that began as a single casual dining restaurant in Airlie Beach, Queensland, and went on to become one of Australia’s most recognisable national steakhouse franchises. Inspired by sailing trips along the U.S. East Coast in the 1980s, the original idea was shaped by the relaxed coastal culture, casual food, and community atmosphere found in small American beach towns.   That inspiration was brought back to Australia and transformed into the first Hogs Breath restaurant, which opened from a converted house in 1989. Known from the beginning for its prime rib, American-style casual dining, fun energy, and relaxed lifestyle feel, the brand quickly built a loyal following through early merchandising, collectible T-shirts, and strong community connections, with a second store opening just a year later and franchising soon after.   As Hogs Breath expanded across Queensland and then nationally, sport sponsorships, sailing regattas, and major events helped shape its cultural impact before the age of social media, with international expansion into New Zealand and Asia following in later years. Now more than 36 years on, Ginger reflects on what it means to see new leadership take the brand forward while continuing to protect the culture, lifestyle, and franchisee passion that defined Hogs Breath from the very beginning.   0:00 Introduction 0:51 What Hog's Breath is and how the original concept began 2:34 Transforming an American oyster shack concept into a steakhouse brand 3:17 Meeting Don in 1983 and tracing the brand idea back to the late ’80s 3:39 Turning the original idea into a physical restaurant in Airlie Beach 4:52 Converting a small house into the very first Hogs Breath restaurant 5:42 Opening on July 4th and connecting the brand to its American roots 7:13 Opening the second location at Mooloolaba just a year later  8:26 Punching above weight with strong brand presence and cultural impact 10:26 The evolution of the brand and early thoughts on international expansion 11:03 Seeing the brand evolve through new leadership and fresh vision 12:43 Wrap up   Podcast Produced by:  www.franchisebusinesshub.com.au   Listen or Watch on;   Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mw2h44an Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/39nksft6 Amazon Music: https://youtu.be/6dP_OK1HtQo YouTube: https://youtu.be/6dP_OK1HtQo

    13 min

  5. 27/11/2025 · VIDEO

    Ep144 What It Really Takes to Become an International Keynote Speaker & MC | Mark Carter

    Mark Carter is an international speaker, trainer, author, and learning and development professional with nearly 30 years of experience in human behaviour, leadership, and performance. From his early days as a tour leader with Contiki in Europe, Mark’s passion for storytelling, people, and learning naturally evolved into a career on stage.   What began as an opportunity to train others in presentation skills grew into a comprehensive framework for powerful communication, blending voice, body language, storytelling, audience engagement, and delivery. Over the years, Mark developed his unique cinematic presentation style, creating immersive keynote experiences that combine sound, vision, and live storytelling to captivate audiences in an entirely different way.   Driven more by purpose than applause, Mark’s work has always centred on sharing knowledge, developing leaders, and helping people connect more deeply with their message. His career has expanded across industries, allowing him to build a diverse range of content while maintaining a consistent standard of impact and authenticity.   0:00 Introduction 0:46 Early experiences that shaped Mark’s presentation career 2:34 Realising the passion for presenting through people and performance energy 5:26 Incremental skill-building as the foundation of great presenting 6:20 Presenting without slides and relying purely on content mastery 7:39 Managing technical failures in cinematic-style presentations 10:48 The inspiration behind adopting a cinematic presentation style 13:20 The turning point from trainer to professional speaker and MC  15:25 Using diversified content streams to stay flexible as a presenter 18:43 Future goals and the next stage of Mark’s speaking journey 20:27 Wrap up   Podcast Produced by:  www.franchisebusinesshub.com.au   Listen or Watch on;   Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yrrrszt Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/bdctcpfs Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/33czsky7 YouTube: https://youtu.be/cAH7HUPKapA

    21 min

  6. 26/11/2025 · VIDEO

    Ep143 The Honest Truth About Franchise Fees & Real Business Risk with Shane Seymour

    Shane Seymour is the founder and franchisor of TV Magic, a nationwide mobile home entertainment installation franchise, and Assembly Magic, a growing flat-pack assembly service brand. With 22 years in business and 45 trucks operating across Australia, Shane has built a system grounded in practical experience and long-term franchisee success.   Specialising in TV installations, antennas, home entertainment systems, and smart technology, TV Magic continues to grow alongside changing consumer needs. After recognising strong demand from his customer base, Shane expanded the business with Assembly Magic to support flat-pack furniture assembly, adding another scalable service to the network.   Through decades in franchising, Shane has developed a strong perspective on what makes a franchise succeed. He is passionate about responsible franchising, transparent systems, and building businesses that genuinely support franchisees rather than oversaturate territories. He believes authentic franchisee stories now matter more than ever in an industry shaped by trust and real-world results.   0:00 Introduction 0:41 What's TV Magic 1:35 years in business and expanding to 45 trucks nationwide 1:52 Sharing views on franchising, brand value, and franchisee support 4:31 Issues seen in trades and mobile service franchises 6:26 Encouraging prospects to speak with both top and low performers 8:18 Different owner goals and how performance varies by lifestyle choice  10:59 Responding to prospects with negative views about franchising  12:10 The most common questions prospects ask before buying a mobile franchise 14:40 First steps for assessing the right franchise opportunity 17:33 Weighing franchise entry fees and royalties against real business risk 19:27 Wrap up   Podcast Produced by:  www.franchisebusinesshub.com.au   Listen or Watch on;   Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/33fv6dy9 Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y476bw5v Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/mr2fujrw YouTube: https://youtu.be/9Msu4818JZk

    20 min

  7. 24/11/2025 · VIDEO

    Ep142 How Fabe Builds Multi-Brand Success: Piccolo Me, Sol Bowl & New Acquisitions

    In this episode of the Franchise Everything Podcast, Glenn sits down with David Ciantar, Group General Manager of Fabe (Food and Beverage Enterprises), the parent company behind Piccolo Me and Sol Bowl.    David shares how Fabe approaches brand acquisitions, what it takes to integrate a new franchise concept, and why long-term planning matters when building a multi-brand portfolio. He also explains how Fabe prepares franchisees, communicates acquisitions internally, and maintains strong brand differentiation across its network.   David also gives a behind-the-scenes look into Sol Bowl’s rebrand, co-branded store models, and Fabe’s expansion strategy into new states and even internationally including their first co-branded Piccolo Me x Sol Bowl store in Lebanon.    0:00 Introduction 0:21 What is Fabe 1:03 Why acquire brands and how did Sol Bowl enter the picture 2:28 How Piccolo Me franchisees reacted to the Sol Bowl acquisition  3:49 Should founders stay on after an acquisition 5:55 Would Fabe pursue QSR or non-cafe brands in the future 7:54 What makes a concept “pop” and worth acquiring 9:28 Key learnings from the first 12 months of owning Sol Bowl  10:30 Can Piccolo Me and Soul Bowl operate as co-brands in shared locations 12:21 Why Fabe chose Lebanon for its first international, co-branded store 13:24 Wrap up   Podcast Produced by:  www.franchisebusinesshub.com.au   Listen or Watch on;   Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/5x3jj3az Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/5n8527vy Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/4b6mwyfj YouTube: https://youtu.be/nTw9BPx8uFQ

    14 min

  8. 24/11/2025 · VIDEO

    Ep141 Work-to-Own: How Wet-seal Turns Employees Into Franchise Owners with Robert Cameron, CEO

    Wet-seal CEO Robert Cameron joins the podcast to share how the brand is successfully transitioning long-term applicators into franchise owners through a “work-to-own” pathway.   With many franchisees nearing retirement and challenges finding new candidates, Wet-seal began offering committed team members a chance to buy split territories — creating smoother transitions and faster ramp-ups.   Robert explains how this model reduces risk, shortens training, and gives applicators a real career path while maintaining strong support around finance, operations, and business readiness. With nine territories already converted and more planned, this approach is becoming a key growth strategy for the brand.   0:00 Introduction 0:18 What does Wet-seal actually do 1:02 The “work-to-own” concept: what is it and how did it start?  01:52 How Wet-seal’s aging franchise base triggered a new pathway  03:19 How splitting large territories created new owners 4:54 Is the “work-to-own” method now formalized in the sales process? 5:25 How the applicator pathway compares to a traditional franchise buyer  6:20 How the rest of the network reacted to this ownership model 7:13 Handling concerns about “poaching” staff from existing franchisees 8:24 The shift from applicator to business owner: training, support & early-stage adjustments 11:20 Wrap up   Podcast Produced by:  www.franchisebusinesshub.com.au   Listen or Watch on;   Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yfz9u7rs Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/2rk6hsaf Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/bdd4wmnc YouTube: https://youtu.be/8ABkuMiPvnY

    12 min
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Let's talk about everything and anything in franchising! Inspiring with experiences and information from the coal face of the people behind the day-to-day of franchises in action. We unpack personal journeys in founding and leading franchises, but just as important, are the journeys of people who own and run one or multiple franchise locations. From fitness, to coffee, to lawns and everything in between, franchising is a buffet of business niches. And with that comes an even wider range of people and stories to talk to about what they do, and how they did it. And from the people who support franchises in every kind of way. Everyone has a story to tell, and you'll often be amazed when they tell it in this way!

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  • Creator
    Glenn Walford
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Franchise Everything