Chicago Sam's Franchise GPS

Building a successful franchise requires a map, but scaling one requires a GPS. Whether you just signed your first agreement or you’re managing a growing multi-unit portfolio, Franchise GPS is your bi-weekly roadmap to operational excellence. Hosted by industry veteran Sam Stanovich, this podcast drops twice a month to deliver raw, unscripted conversations with real-world operators, multi-unit owners, and industry innovators who are actively in the trenches. We bypass corporate fluff to bring you actionable playbooks on what it actually takes to run a profitable business—from mastering local marketing and managing food costs to building high-performing teams and leveraging data. Hit subscribe to get the real strategies, hard-learned lessons, and operational nuggets you need to navigate your business toward long-term growth. New episodes release every other Monday.