Ep#413 Drew McWilliams: Unveiling the Blueprint for Nationwide Growth in the Childcare Sector

The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra

Full episode details here:  https://links.growthandscaling.com/413

Join us for episode 413 as we delve into the remarkable journey of Drew McWilliams, the visionary behind Ivy Brook Academy. From napkin sketches on his honeymoon to overseeing 86 preschool branches across 17 states, Drew shares the secrets behind Ivy Brook's phenomenal growth. 

Learn about the importance of research, overcoming team challenges, and the power of franchising. Get ready for a wealth of wisdom on education, community engagement, and business triumphs. 

Learn how you can apply these principles to your own business endeavors and chart a path to success in the competitive world of childcare entrepreneurship. Don't miss this opportunity to gain invaluable knowledge and inspiration!

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Ways to connect with Drew McWilliams:

• Website: http://ivybrook.academy/

• Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ivybrook-academy/

• Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-mcwilliams-cfe-3b041a5/

• Company Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/IvybrookAcademyHighlandsRanch/

What’s in this podcast episode?

00:25  Who is our guest for today and what problem does he aim to solve

00:58  How many locations does Ivy Brook Academy currently have

01:14  What problem is he trying to solve with Ivy Brook Academy's model

03:27  Can he share the story of how Ivy Brook Academy started

04:09  How did he manage to scale Ivy Brook Academy from one location to 86

07:20  Where were the first two Ivy Brook Academy locations located

07:22  When did he start selling franchises for Ivy Brook Academy

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10:21  What made him decide to accelerate growth and scaling in 2020

12:08 What made him realize the importance of seeking help and expertise from others

14:30 Is he seeing a pattern of repeat franchisors opening multiple Ivy Brook Academy locations

15:55 What advice does he have for entrepreneurs in creating repeatable systems for scaling

18:29  How does he balance managing Ivy Brook Academy with his other ventures

20:39  What are the key lessons he's learned in starting and scaling a business

22:47 How does he manage balancing work with his other interests and hobbies

25:19 Can he shout out someone who has been instrumental in his journey

I highly suggest you watch this entire exchange between Drew McWilliams and ⭐️Todd Westra 📈

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