⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 305 - In this episode of Franchising 101, host Tim Parmeter, Founder & CEO of FranCoach, sits down with Bob Lorincz, Co-Founder and CEO of Pickleball 365, to explore the story behind a new franchise model bringing technology, community, and a smarter operating model to the booming indoor pickleball industry. After nearly 30 years in tech, Bob began thinking seriously about what was next for his career and future. Rather than simply finding another job, he wanted to build something of his own. The result was Pickleball 365, a premium indoor pickleball franchise designed to deliver the experience of a larger facility without the massive footprint, overhead, and labor requirements. Listen in as Bob explains why community is at the heart of the business, how Pickleball 365 uses technology to create a frictionless customer experience, and why smaller facilities can actually create higher utilization and stronger connections with customers. You'll also hear why franchise owners don't need to be elite pickleball players, how the business can be operated with relatively low labor, what makes the real estate model different from larger indoor sports facilities, and why Pickleball 365 could be an intriguing opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to enter the rapidly growing pickleball and recreation space. ***Pickleball 365: A PodPlay Case Study: https://podplay.app/blog/pickleball-365-a-podplay-case-study In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ How a trip to an autonomous ping pong club inspired the Pickleball 365 business model ✅ How Pickleball 365 generates revenue through memberships, open play, reservations, leagues, tournaments, events, coaching, and merchandise ✅ Why smaller facilities can achieve high utilization without the massive footprint of traditional indoor pickleball centers ✅ How Pickleball 365's 24/7 access creates opportunities to serve customers outside traditional business hours ✅ What makes the ideal Pickleball 365 franchise owner ✅ The opportunities and challenges of being an early franchisee in a brand-new franchise system ✅ How Bob and his wife built the business while continuing to work their existing jobs If you're exploring franchise opportunities, sports franchises, fitness and recreation businesses, membership-based businesses, or semi-absentee business ownership, this conversation offers a fascinating look at a franchise model built for the next generation of entrepreneurs. 🔗 Resources & Mentions Pickleball365 website https://www.pickleball365.net/ Visit FranCoach.net for free franchise guidance and to book a consultation. Watch FranCoach's TV show, the Franchising 360 Show, Fridays 8pm EST/5pm PST on the Biz TV Network www.biztv.com Check out Tim’s new book: "Becoming a Franchise Owner" – Now available on Amazon. https://amzn.to/4777udP Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. Leave us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review if you enjoyed the episode—we appreciate your support! Connect on Social Media: Find FranCoach on all major platforms for tips, updates, and new episodes. Instagram @yourfrancoach https://www.instagram.com/yourfrancoach/ and @franchising101podcast https://www.instagram.com/franchising101podcast/ Twitter: @FranCoach4U https://twitter.com/FranCoach4U Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/francoach4u/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@francoach4u ⭐ IS FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP FOR YOU? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! FranCoach is connected with over 500 franchises and we walk you through the process of finding the perfect franchise for you. Our services are always free and we commit ourselves to helping you find your better tomorrow. https://www.francoach.net/ 👋 Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Contact us at info@francoach.net
