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Successful multi-unit franchisees share their growth stories. From getting started in franchising to building and expanding their enterprises, multi-unit franchisees share their challenges and successes with in-depth profiles.

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Five Star Painting, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading residential painting services franchise with over 240 locations. Recognized as a top Painting franchise by Entrepreneur in 2025.
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"The best days are when we promote team members and open new restaurants."
  • Kevin Behan
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"Our organization is founded on the belief that happy team members are more productive and present. They fully embrace the company culture."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,517 Reads 7 Shares
"It's easy to start strong, but sustaining performance every day matters most, and it takes real discipline."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 6,140 Reads 416 Shares
"When you own a franchise, you are handed a playbook for success. That's what I like about the franchise system."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,724 Reads 3 Shares
Sumit Bansal says a balance of structure and independence creates ownership, accountability, and strong performance
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,559 Reads 5 Shares
Longtime franchisee places priority on hospitality and customer experience to build loyalty and relationships. 
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,332 Reads 2 Shares
Ronnie and Susan Morris were named Noble Cause MVPs for their support of cancer and diabetes research
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,608 Reads 5 Shares
Former Baltimore Raven James Ihedigbo is the 2025 Influencer for Former Pro Athlete MVP
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,906 Reads 193 Shares
Phong Huynh, an El Pollo Loco franchisee, earns the American Dream MVP
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,014 Reads 74 Shares
Grady Hinchman's idea for a membership program helped him win the 2025 Innovation Award MVP
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,449 Reads 4 Shares
Ray and Monica Harrigill, who operate wellness and hotel brands, are the 2025 Spirit of Franchising MVPs
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,249 Reads 57 Shares
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Chanel Grant, the 2025 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion MVP, teaches others to follow in her footsteps
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,056 Reads 4 Shares
Chad Given, the Mega-Growth Leadership MVP, has overseen the quick development of Wingstop units
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,911 Reads 6 Shares
Nick Crouch, a Tropical Smoothie Café franchisee, is co-winner of the Single-Brand Leadership MVP
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,788 Reads 16 Shares
Sam Chand, a former delivery boy, is named the 2025 Multi-Brand Leadership MVP
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,386 Reads 5 Shares
James Brajdic, one of two Single-Brand Leadership MVP winners, has an enduring relationship with A&W
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,666 Reads 9 Shares
Julie and Scott Beville, who operate 20 Chicken Salad Chick locations, are the 2025 Influencer for Husband & Wife Team MVP
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,394 Reads 2 Shares
Carrie and Josh Ayers, the Veteran Entrepreneurship MVPs, operate multiple Playa Bowls units
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,535 Reads 3 Shares
Jacob Webb focuses on growing his business and building solid teams
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,006 Reads 8 Shares
Yousuf Nabi honors his father's legacy with Mrs. Fields while expanding the business with new brands
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,043 Reads 86 Shares
Lauren Johnson credits her cousin, Bryce Bares, with guiding her into franchising
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,234 Reads 7 Shares
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Jerome Johnson's keys to success include sweat equity and reinvesting in the business
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,412 Reads 187 Shares
Kim Freid embraces Apex Leadership Co.'s fundraising and training programs
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,371 Reads 7 Shares
A suggestion from his dad led Patrick Elgin down the path to franchising with Sola Salon Studios
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,436 Reads 66 Shares
Scarlett Dalton describes her husband and herself as "Camp Bow Wow's biggest cheerleaders"
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,229 Reads 230 Shares
James Brajdic developed a taste for A&W long before becoming a multi-unit owner
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,767 Reads 6 Shares
Nebraska-based Bryce Bares left practicing law to experience the benefits of franchising
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,938 Reads 9 Shares
Bob Allison says Lindora Clinic can standardize the delivery of metabolic health solutions
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,662 Reads 5 Shares
Franchisee identifies relationship building as top quality to growing estate sales business
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,722 Reads 83 Shares
As leader of Royal Restaurant Group, Randy Pianin oversees 61 Burger King units and 4 Potbelly locations
  • Kevin Behan
  • 7,216 Reads 25 Shares
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