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Franchise Everything

Let"s talk about everything and anything in franchising!Inspiring with experiences and information from the coal face of the people behind the day-to-day of franchises in action. We unpack personal journeys in founding and leading franchises, but just as important, are the journeys of people who own and run one or multiple franchise locations.From fitness, to coffee, to lawns and everything in between, franchising is a buffet of business niches.And with that comes an even wider range of people and

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42:41

Ep159 The Journey from Foster Care to Franchise...

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2026/02/17

Joel Kleber, Chief Marketing Officer of Jim’s Group, shares his journey from law student and paralegal to one of the key voices behind one of Australia’s most recognised franchise brands. With more than a decade inside the organisation, Joel offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at how the business has grown and evolved through content, transparency, and strong franchise support. Jim’s Group is widely known for its home services network, covering hundreds of service categories across multiple

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15:57

Ep158 The 5 Key Things Behind Poolwerx Franchise...

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2026/02/10

Steve Halls, COO of Poolwerx, shares practical insights on what has helped build one of Australia’s most recognisable pool service franchise brands. From strong market positioning and steady long-term growth to the importance of structured support systems, he breaks down the operational foundations that keep franchise partners sustainable and competitive.There’s also a closer look at how marketing, peer-to-peer collaboration, and community-driven customer acquisition contribute to ongoing

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Ep157 From Tech Executive to Multi-Territory Plumbing...

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2026/01/30

Mitch Gross didn’t come from a plumbing background. He came from Silicon Valley, startups, and senior roles at eBay and still ended up building a multi-territory plumbing business in Sydney with Plumbing Bros.e walks through the real transition from corporate life into business ownership, why he chose a franchise model, and what it actually took to survive starting a business during COVID. He also shares how winning a major government contract helped accelerate growth, what happens when you

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16:38

Ep156 Three Proven Ways to Build Your Customer...

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2026/01/29

John Dwyer is the founder of the Institute of Wow and one of Australia’s most well-known marketing strategists, helping businesses build customer databases and generate consistent sales through smart, practical marketing systems.In this episode of the Franchise Everything Podcast, JD breaks down three sure ways to build a customer database including irresistible offers, Facebook contest strategies that generate red-hot leads, and how to build a community or “club” that turns audiences into

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19:51

Ep155 From Sushi Sushi Staff to Multi-Site,...

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2026/01/28

Dor Li is a multi-site, multi-state Sushi Sushi franchise owner who has spent years building his career inside the brand starting as a team member, rising through management, and eventually becoming a franchise owner across multiple states.In this episode of the Franchise Everything Podcast, Dor shares his full journey from arriving in Australia as an international student, studying commercial cookery, managing company-owned stores, becoming an area manager across WA and Queensland, and finally

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Ep154 What Businesses Must Know About Payday Super...

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2026/01/27

From 1 July 2026, every Australian business will be required to pay superannuation on the same day as wages a change known as Payday Super. While it sounds simple on paper, the real impact on cashflow, payroll systems, and compliance could be significant, especially for small businesses and franchisees. In this episode, Glenn sits down with Jay Westbury, CEO of the Franchise Council of Australia, to unpack what Payday Super actually means, why it’s being introduced, and what business owners

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Ep153 From Hospitality and Operations to Running a...

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2026/01/23

Shannon and Jed Stewart are the Regional Master Franchise Owners for Urban Clean on the Gold Coast, but like every franchise partner, their journey started with a single decision to step into business ownership. Coming from very different backgrounds — Jed from mechanical and operations management, and Shannon from hospitality and venue management — they share how their previous careers shaped the way they now think about systems, people, service quality, and customer experience. The

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Ep152 Balancing a General Counsel Legal Career with...

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2026/01/21

Erin Walford is a commercial lawyer who walked away from the corporate path and built something completely different.After nearly 20 years in franchising, commercial law, IP and retail including senior roles inside large organisations, Erin hit a career pivot that forced her to ask a bigger question: Am I the CEO of my own life? That moment led to the creation of The Station HQ a commercial law firm, business consultancy, and community space designed around people, not just profit. The Station

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Ep151 How a Plumbing Bros Franchisee Built a...

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2026/01/20

William Cocks didn’t just move countries — he rebuilt his entire career. After running a plumbing business in South Africa, William moved to Australia, requalified from scratch, and rebuilt his future inside the Plumbing Bros franchise system. Today, he owns the Central Coast and Newcastle territories and is scaling a serious maintenance-focused plumbing business across real estate, government, prisons, and commercial contracts. This conversation breaks down what it really takes to grow a

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15:51

How Global Franchises Are Evolving (And What...

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2026/01/15

Franchise brands around the world are going through a major period of change, and global perspectives are becoming more important than ever for Australian franchisors.Glenn sits down with Marcel Lal, Global COO of InXpress, to explore what franchise brands in Australia can learn from what’s happening in overseas markets, including the US, Europe, and Asia. Drawing on his experience working across multiple regions, Marcel shares how leading franchise networks are modernising their operations,

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How to Grow a Franchise Brand in New Zealand (370+...

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2026/01/13

Growing a franchise brand in New Zealand isn’t just about marketing harder, it’s about positioning, trust, and long-term systems. In this episode of Franchise Everything, Glenn sits down with Jason Hill, General Manager of Green Acres and Hire A Hubby NZ, to break down how one of New Zealand’s largest home services franchise groups has grown to 370+ franchisees across lawn & garden, cleaning, and home services. Jason explains what makes the NZ market uniquely competitive, why brand

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Ep148 What’s Behind Beare Flooring’s Rapid Franchise...

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2025/12/18

William Beare is the founder of Beare Flooring, a mobile flooring franchise that has grown from its first franchisee to 18 active locations in just 20 months. Built around a low-overhead model with no traditional showrooms, Beare Flooring focuses on removing non-income-producing tasks while giving franchisees the systems, logistics, and support to sell more and operate efficiently. In this episode, William shares why installers are increasingly becoming strong franchise owners, how significant

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Ep147 The Future of Hospitality Technology: 5 Trends...

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2025/12/12

The hospitality industry is moving into a new era and in this episode of Franchise Everything Podcast, Hog’s Breath CEO Tom Elliott breaks down the five biggest tech trends every restaurant, café, and franchise owner needs to prepare for. From robotics in the kitchen to unified data ecosystems, energy sustainability, predictive maintenance, and AI-powered customer experiences, Tom reveals what he’s seen on his overseas research tours and how these innovations are already reshaping operations

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Ep146 What It’s Really Like Acquiring a Franchise...

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2025/12/10

Buying a 30+ year franchise brand sounds exciting but the reality is far more complex. In this episode of Franchise Everything, Glenn speaks with Anya Haywood, Managing Director of Seal-A-Fridge, about what it truly takes to acquire, stabilise, and modernise a legacy franchise business. From managing franchisee expectations to resisting the urge to make fast changes, Anya reveals why patience, listening, and data-driven decisions matter more than quick wins. Anya also dives into Seal-A-Fridge’s

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Ep145 Origin of the Hog's Breath brand, with Ginger...

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2025/12/01

Ginger White is the co-founder of Hogs Breath, a brand that began as a single casual dining restaurant in Airlie Beach, Queensland, and went on to become one of Australia’s most recognisable national steakhouse franchises. Inspired by sailing trips along the U.S. East Coast in the 1980s, the original idea was shaped by the relaxed coastal culture, casual food, and community atmosphere found in small American beach towns.That inspiration was brought back to Australia and transformed into the first

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Ep144 What It Really Takes to Become an International...

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2025/11/27

Mark Carter is an international speaker, trainer, author, and learning and development professional with nearly 30 years of experience in human behaviour, leadership, and performance. From his early days as a tour leader with Contiki in Europe, Mark’s passion for storytelling, people, and learning naturally evolved into a career on stage.What began as an opportunity to train others in presentation skills grew into a comprehensive framework for powerful communication, blending voice, body

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Ep143 The Honest Truth About Franchise Fees & Real...

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2025/11/26

Shane Seymour is the founder and franchisor of TV Magic, a nationwide mobile home entertainment installation franchise, and Assembly Magic, a growing flat-pack assembly service brand. With 22 years in business and 45 trucks operating across Australia, Shane has built a system grounded in practical experience and long-term franchisee success. Specialising in TV installations, antennas, home entertainment systems, and smart technology, TV Magic continues to grow alongside changing consumer needs

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Ep142 How Fabe Builds Multi-Brand Success: Piccolo...

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2025/11/24

In this episode of the Franchise Everything Podcast, Glenn sits down with David Ciantar, Group General Manager of Fabe (Food and Beverage Enterprises), the parent company behind Piccolo Me and Sol Bowl. David shares how Fabe approaches brand acquisitions, what it takes to integrate a new franchise concept, and why long-term planning matters when building a multi-brand portfolio. He also explains how Fabe prepares franchisees, communicates acquisitions internally, and maintains strong brand

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Ep141 Work-to-Own: How Wet-seal Turns Employees Into...

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2025/11/24

Wet-seal CEO Robert Cameron joins the podcast to share how the brand is successfully transitioning long-term applicators into franchise owners through a “work-to-own” pathway. With many franchisees nearing retirement and challenges finding new candidates, Wet-seal began offering committed team members a chance to buy split territories — creating smoother transitions and faster ramp-ups. Robert explains how this model reduces risk, shortens training, and gives applicators a real career path while

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Ep140 Tina Yu – Sushi Sushi Multi-Store Owner (VIC) |...

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2025/11/19

Tina Yu is a multi-site Sushi Sushi franchise owner with three thriving stores in Oakleigh South, Blackburn North, and Eltham. Originally from China, Tina moved to Australia in the early 2000s to study marketing and finance, taking a part-time job at Sushi Sushi during university. After graduating, she realised the work she truly enjoyed and excelled at was within the Sushi Sushi system. With support from her parents, she purchased her first store in Oakleigh South, quickly building a strong

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