Are you looking to invest in a restaurant franchise where the corporate team actually understands what it's like to run a shift?FSC Franchise Co. is the powerful corporate engine behind three massive names in the food and beverage space: Beef 'O' Brady's, The Brass Tap, and Newk's Eatery. What makes them unique is that they also run about 30 of their own locations and their leadership has personally tested those operations across years of service.In this live webinar, 1851 Franchise Publisher Nick Powills sits down with Alan Rogers, Vice President of Organizational Learning & Development from FSC Franchise Co., and Jim Keenam, Director of Franchise Operations at The Brass Tap to discuss exactly what a new owner experiences from the moment they sign their agreement.Read our full interview with Rogers and Keenam here: https://1851franchise.com/fsc-franchise-support-restaurant-operations-2732524

Meet Chuck Bongiovanni and Majestic Residences.Majestic Residences Franchise Systems is redefining senior living through a residential assisted living franchise model that combines compassionate care with a scalable business opportunity.On this episode of Meet The Franchise, 1851 Franchise Publisher Nick Powills, CFE, sits down with Chuck Bongiovanni MSW,MBA,CSA,CFE,CPRS, Co-Founder & CEO of Majestic Residences, to discuss the financial potential of the residential assisted living industry, building a scalable franchise system, and why demographic trends are creating long-term opportunities for franchise owners and investors.A Certified Franchise Executive, author, and longtime leader in senior care franchising, Bongiovanni founded CarePatrol, which grew to more than 220 franchise locations. With more than 30 years of experience in senior care and franchising, he is bringing decades of expertise in operations, franchise development, and growth to the brand.Learn more about Majestic Residences: https://www.discovermajesticresidences.com/franchising/

Meet Joey Gonzalez and Chop Stop.Founded in 2010, Chop Stop is known for its fresh, made-to-order salads, wraps, bowls, and soups. The brand emphasizes quality ingredients, including locally sourced lettuce, offering a healthier take on fast-casual dining. With a growing franchise system, Chop Stop continues to expand across the U.S.On this episode of Meet The Franchise, 1851 Franchise Publisher Nick Powills, CFE, sits down with Joey Gonzalez to discuss the brand's evolution, franchise growth, and the future of healthy fast-casual dining.A restaurant industry veteran with more than 20 years of experience, Gonzalez began his career in restaurant operations before advancing into executive leadership. He now serves as President and Owner of Chop Stop, bringing decades of operational expertise to the growing franchise.Learn more about the Chop Stop here: https://chopstop.com/franchising/

Meet Peter Hans and Discovery Map International, Inc.!On this episode of Meet The Franchise, 1851 Franchise Publisher Nick Powills, CFE will discuss the brand's unique business model with Peter Hans, CEO of Discovery Map, which helps local businesses connect with travelers through its iconic hand-drawn maps and growing digital platform.Recognized as a Top Low-Cost Franchise by Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 in 2024, Discovery Map offers a home-based, low-overhead opportunity backed by more than 50 years of experience publishing trusted travel maps across North America. Learn more about the franchise opportunity: https://discoverymapfranchise.com/

What makes a home services franchise stand out in today's competitive market?Meet Steve C. Lane, Executive Director of Franchise Development at Handyman Connection!Handyman Connection is a leading home improvement franchise that connects homeowners with skilled craftsmen who deliver professional repair, remodeling, and maintenance services. With a proven business model, strong operational support, and recurring customer demand, the brand continues to expand across North America.In 2025 alone, Handyman Connection earned recognition as an Entrepreneur Verified Franchise, was named a Top Franchise for Veterans by Entrepreneur, ranked on Qualified Remodeler's TOP 500 and HIP 200 lists, and was recognized as a Top 100 Global Franchise by Franchise Direct—reinforcing its reputation as one of the industry's premier franchise opportunities.On this episode of Meet The Franchise, 1851 Franchise Publisher Nick Powills, CFE, sits down with Steve Lane to discuss why Handyman Connection continues to stand out in the booming home services industry, and what makes now an ideal time to join its growing franchise network.Steve Lane brings more than 20 years of franchise development and sales leadership experience. His background includes senior development roles with nationally recognized franchise brands, where he specialized in multi-unit growth, territory expansion, and franchisee success.Learn more about franchising with Handyman Connection: https://franchiseopportunity.handymanconnection.com/

Meet Conquer Padel Club and Barry J. Falcon, CFE, CEO of Conquer Franchising!What is Conquer Padel Club?Conquer Padel Club is bringing one of the fastest-growing sports in the world to the U.S. - padel. The International Padel Federation recognizes padel as one of the sport's fastest-growing global movements. Through premium indoor padel clubs designed for players of all skill levels, Conquer combines state-of-the-art courts, professional coaching, leagues, tournaments, and social experiences to create a community-driven destination for padel enthusiasts. Originally launched in Mexico, Conquer is now expanding across the United States with a vision of becoming the premier destination for padel players nationwide.On this episode of Meet The Franchise, 1851 Franchise Publisher Nick Powills, CFE sits down with Barry J. Falcon, CFE, to discuss why the brand believes padel is poised to become the next major recreational and social sport in North America and how franchisees can get in early on a rapidly emerging industry.Barry J. Falcon, CFE, brings decades of franchise development experience, having helped grow numerous franchise systems throughout his career.Franchise Investment Highlights• Estimated Initial Investment: $1,071,000 – $2,582,850• Initial Franchise Fee: $60,000*See the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) for more information.Learn more about franchising with Conquer Padel Club here: https://conquerpadel.com/franchising

Meet Matt Nagelkirk, Vice President of Franchising at Tommy's Express® Car Wash!What is Tommy's Express Car Wash?Tommy's Express is an industry-leading automated car wash franchise with more than 270 locations nationwide, backed by parent company Tommy Car Wash Systems. The brand has earned recognition as the #1 Car Wash in the Entrepreneur Franchise 500, a spot on the Inc. 5000 Regionals, and placement on the Franchise Times Fast & Serious list of the industry's smartest-growing brands.On this episode of Meet The Franchise, 1851 Franchise Publisher Nick Powills, CFE sits down with Matt Nagelkirk to discuss how his experience in franchise development and operations has helped Tommy's Express build scalable systems, support franchisees, and expand one of the fastest-growing brands in the express car wash industry.For entrepreneurs interested in joining the brand, Tommy's Express offers two investment paths:Ownership Model: $1M–$2M in liquid assets and a $3M–$5M net worth to build long-term business and real estate equity.Lease Model: $500K–$1M in liquid assets and a $2M net worth, providing a lower barrier to entry.Learn more about franchising with Tommy's Express® Car Wash: https://tommys-express.com/franchise/#pre-app

Learn more about Mathnasium - The Math Learning Center, boasting a global footprint of more than 1,250 learning centers.Kevin S., CFO at Mathnasium, will join 1851 Franchise Publisher Nick Powills, CFE in a live webinar to provide a closer look at why now is the time to join Mathnasium. He will discuss unit-level profitability, low-overhead model benefits, recent ROI insights, how the brand supports its franchisees, and expansion efforts in the Northeast.Register here to take the first step with Mathnasium:https://1851franchise.com/mathnasium hashtag#FranchiseOpportunities hashtag#Mathnasium hashtag#EducationFranchise hashtag#FranchiseBuyer hashtag#BusinessOwnership hashtag#FranchiseeSuccess hashtag#InvestInAFranchise hashtag#MultiUnitFranchising hashtag#educationbusiness

Meet Joshua Frankel, Vice President of Franchising at Five Iron Golf!What is Five Iron Golf?Five Iron Golf combines state-of-the-art golf simulators with a vibrant bar, restaurant, and social space, backed by industry giants Danny Meyer's Enlightened Hospitality Investments and Callaway Golf. On this episode of Meet The Franchise, 1851 Franchise Publisher Nick Powills, CFE sits down with Joshua Frankel to discuss how the brand successfully expanded from a single New York City location into a global entertainment powerhouse with 32 venues across 13 states and 5 countries.The brand is targeting rapid domestic and international scale over the next 3–5 years, capitalizing on a high-loyalty ecosystem driven by structured leagues, corporate events, and non-cyclical recurring revenue streams.Frankel brings an elite track record of operational scale to his role as Senior Vice President of Franchising, having previously served as Vice President of Operations at Liberty Restaurants Holdings and COO/Partner at Break Bread Ventures. Learn more about franchising with Five Iron Golf here: https://franchising.fiveirongolf.com/

Jennifer Jack-Wunder is a multi-unit Comfort Keepers franchise owner in Canton, Georgia, who earned her nursing degree after a career in hospitality management. A lifelong learner with a heart for senior care, she chose franchising with Comfort Keepers so she could have a direct hand in her clients' well-being while serving as a mentor, coach, and cheerleader for her caregiving team.Comfort Keepers is an in-home senior care brand founded in 1998 and franchising since 1999, now with more than 700 operating territories in the US and Canada. Over two decades as a multi-unit owner in North Georgia, Jennifer built a business that earned the 2025 Quest for Excellence Award, recognizing her revenue growth and business performance.Join us for a live webinar with 1851 Franchise Publisher Nick Powills as he interviews Jennifer for a closer look at the opportunity behind this growing senior care brand.