A leader’s greatest asset

A leader’s greatest asset

Kevin Wayne Johnson
Jun 11 '25
In the world of leadership, much has been said about vision, strategy, charisma, and decision-making prowess. These qualities are undeniably important
Ready-made rebel: Why buying a franchise beats building from scratch

Ready-made rebel: Why buying a franchise beats building from scratch

Fay Chapple
Jun 11 '25
Starting a business is scary. A good franchise hands you the map, tools, and a safety net
Before you sign: The ultimate franchise due diligence checklist for smart franchise buyers

Before you sign: The ultimate franchise due diligence checklist for smart franchise buyers

Renée Boudakian,
Jun 10 '25
Investing in a franchise business is one of the most accessible pathways to being a successful business owner. However, choosing the right franchise opportunity requires you to evaluate yourself, the franchise system, and market potential through a comprehensive due diligence process
Growing a franchise: Communicating clearly

Growing a franchise: Communicating clearly

Omran Ismail
Jun 10 '25
Franchise growth doesn’t just depend on good sales, it hinges on clear, honest communication. Here’s what Omran Ismail one of the founding partners of Trivex Group has learned from building for some of Canada’s fastest-growing brands
From passion to profit: Navigating the realities of franchise ownership

From passion to profit: Navigating the realities of franchise ownership

Robert Bruski
Jun 6 '25
Every franchise pitch starts with the same seduction: “Do what you love, and the money will follow.” Sounds inspiring. Also sounds like something printed on a coffee mug in a bankrupt bookstore
CFA Franchisee of Year makes real community difference

CFA Franchisee of Year makes real community difference

Martin Morris
Jun 5 '25
Recent CFA (Canadian Franchise Association) Franchisee of the Year winner (Gold, Non-Traditional Category) Greg O’Brian, makes real difference to community by supporting local youth through sports
Which U.S. states should your Canadian franchise target first?

Which U.S. states should your Canadian franchise target first?

Victor Turcanu
Jun 5 '25
Expanding into the U.S. is a major leap for any Canadian franchise. With a population over ten times larger than Canada’s and the world’s largest economy, the opportunities are real—but so are the complexities
How VR & AI are revolutionizing franchise training

How VR & AI are revolutionizing franchise training

Antonio Hondo Parente
Jun 4 '25
Imagine if your star employee could be cloned like your favorite celebrity chef—every shift, every location, every single day, flawlessly delivering the same award-winning performance
Why franchising still wins: Even in a shaky economy

Why franchising still wins: Even in a shaky economy

Nick Empson
Jun 3 '25
Inflation. Interest rates. Tariffs. A changing government. If uncertainty is the backdrop to your next career move, here’s why franchising remains one of the smartest bets
Franchise marketing fatigue is real - Here's how to stay human in the automation age

Franchise marketing fatigue is real – Here’s how to stay human in the automation age

Ronn Torossian
Jun 2 '25
Franchise marketing has entered a period where the relentless march of automation is both a blessing and a burden. The promise of efficiency and scale is undeniable, but so is the creeping sense that something human is slipping away in the process
CEO Diary: A year and a half in - Building something bigger

CEO Diary: A year and a half in – Building something bigger

Samantha Buckley
May 29 '25
It’s been almost a year and a half since we opened the doors to our first Ghost Taco location, and somehow, it feels like no time at all and a lifetime at the same time
The journey so far

The journey so far

Angela Rollins
May 28 '25
What began as a backup plan has become my life’s passion and I thoroughly enjoy sharing the stories, experiences, successes, and difficult lessons I’ve learned along the way to help others in their growth and success, not only to business owners, but to the next generation.