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In this episode, we talk with Marsail and Tony Abuaita just after they completed two weeks of Fibrenew training in Calgary. They're the new owners of Fibrenew Irving, Texas, bringing together Marsail's artistic eye and Tony's business experience. At the time of this recording, Marsail was entering her final semester at Texas State University, studying scenic painting. She's used to turning design ideas into large-scale theatre sets, so when she discovered Fibrenew, it felt like a natural extension of what she already loves: taking a vision and making it real. Color, texture, and detail all matter to her—if her name is on the work, it has to be something she's proud of. Tony has built and run multiple businesses since immigrating to the U.S. in 1990, including convenience stores, Dairy Queen franchises, and a travel agency focused on religious group tours. After talking with other Fibrenew franchisees, he saw an opportunity for a flexible, scalable business that his daughter could own and grow. A turning point for Marsail was her first ride-along, restoring a small burn in a Porsche seat. The customer's reaction reminded her of seeing an audience respond to a finished stage production—it proved that this work has real emotional impact. Now, Marsail is preparing to juggle her final semester with planning her new business, aiming to “take Irving by storm” once she graduates. With Tony supporting her on the operations and admin side, they see Fibrenew as both a business opportunity and a way to grow together as a family.For more info on Fibrenew Franchising, visit www.fibrenew.com/franchising

2022 was a gigantic year for Trevor and McKenna. They finished their schooling, wrapped up their jobs, got married, and decided to move from their native California to Florida, to start a business and begin an exciting new chapter in their lives. Their positive mindsets and sense of adventure are infectious. In this podcast, they recount the moment they decided to 'go for it' and start anew on the other side of the country. Shortly after the move, they faced unbelievable adversity between family deaths and unprecedented hurricanes; their world was turned upside down. By maintaining positive attitudes, working through adversity one step at a time, and treating everything that came their way as learning opportunities, they came out on the other side stronger than before. We hope you enjoy listening to the inspiring story of Fibrenew St Pete owners, Trevor and McKenna Vanden Bos.

A mother and her son walk into a bar to discuss the idea of opening a business together… oh wait, no, they didn't, because the son is underage. Just 17 years old to be exact! In this Fibrenew podcast, we're in conversation with Robyn and Luke Deering - the mother and son combo behind Fibrenew Cape Coral, Florida. When Luke was just a junior, he knew he wouldn't pursue college after graduating from high school. For Robyn, the tuition money she would have spent on college for Luke was now in question.The two of them spoke about what to do and ultimately decided to open a Fibrenew franchise together. Even though Luke is now in grade 12, he's getting an education in business in the real world. And Robyn gets the satisfaction of running a business with her son. We hope you enjoy listening to the remarkable story that Robyn and Luke share with us. For more information on franchising with Fibrenew, including day-in-the-life videos, articles, and more podcasts like this one, please visit fibrenew.com/franchising

Jerry Mainstone started his franchise in central Florida in January of 2022 after he and his wife, Lindy, moved from Michigan to escape the winters there. It was a great lifestyle move for the Mainstones, but it ended up being a solid business move as well. in this podcast, Jerry tells us how they've been building their business over the past 3 years, what he's learned along the way, and what he has planned for the future. Thanks for listening in!

In this episode, we sit down with RJ Hogan of Long Island, NY, as he reflects on his first full year as a Fibrenew franchise owner. RJ shares candid insights about launching his business, the lessons learned along the way, and how becoming his own boss has brought new energy to both his career and his family life. If you're curious about what the first year of franchise ownership really looks like, this conversation is for you.

Gabriel Ruiz and Scott Sarver are buddies who decided to start a Fibrenew Franchise together in 2022. They now own not one but two territories in Omaha, Nebraska. In this podcast, they talk about what led them to the idea of starting a franchise together, how they run it today, and how they really enjoy what they're doing. They also share advice about partnering with a friend in business and some of the things they've learned. For more info on Fibrenew Franchising: fibrenew.com/franchising To contact Gabriel and Scott: fibrenew.com/omaha

Allen Odvody was a corporate employee with 20 years of experience who turned to entrepreneurship with Fibrenew. Driven by innovation and creativity, Allen is always seeking new adventures, aiming to inspire and make a difference. Key Take Takeaways from this Conversation: 1) We are not defined by how we do on our good days but by how we endure and overcome on our bad days. 2) You got to be involved if you are a franchise owner. There is a low percentage for it to succeed if you will not put time and effort on it. That is why it is important to find a franchise that you love. 3) The power of “do it” is so important. You can be born at any age but you have to do it, believe in yourself and have that level of confidence. Don't be scared in making a mistake, just try not to to the same mistake twice. You will start to grow as you learn from it, it might be hard at first but everything that is worth it is always hard.Enjoy the conversation, and thanks to JLD and the Entrepreneurs on Fire crew!

In this installment of the Fibrenew Exchange, we sat down with Franchisees Sam and Lisa Orpillia of Fibrenew Rocklin, just north of Sacramento, CA.After working from home for a year and a half during the pandemic, Sam's previous employer called him back to the office - something he didn't want to do. The idea of going back to a 9-5 office grind prompted him to look at alternatives. He discovered Fibrenew through a former co-worker who had opened his own franchise with us, and the rest is history. Sam and Lisa opened Fibrenew Rocklin in January 2023, and in this conversation, they step us through the entire journey to date. From his experience with the initial training to opening their doors to his first few months of operation, what they like and find challenging about running a Fibrenew Franchise, to what the future holds for them and their new venture. If you're interested in learning more about opening your own Fibrenew Franchise, please join us for our next monthly live webinar, where we discuss all things Fibrenew and hear it directly from Fibrenew Franchisees. For dates, details and to register your spot, please visit fibrenew.com/fofYou can always learn about Fibrenew Franchising, including more podcasts like this, watch day-in-the-life videos, read articles, and more, at fibrenew.com/franchising.Until next time, take good care, talk soon, cheers!

This addition is a podcast takeover and an interview that originally aired on the Best of The Best in Franchising podcast series. Host James Butler talks with Fibrenew Franchisee Mike Nonelle about a whole bunch of things - including his transition into franchise ownership and what he's learned along the way; they discuss the culture here at Fibrenew, how Mike runs his business, and what the future holds down the road. It's a fantastic conversation and we hope you enjoy listening in! To learn more about Fibrenew Franchising: fibrenew.com/franchisingIf you've been itching for a new favorite podcast, check out: Fibrenew Exchange on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyYou can also hear more interviews and watch videos on the Fibrenew YouTube channelTo contact franchise consultant James Butler: Linked In | WebsiteFor more info on Mike Nonell and Fibrenew Hollywood: Linked In | Website

In this podcast conversation, Jared Drummond and Leigh Smith of Fibrenew Hernando County recount their experience with applying for and getting accepted into the E2 Visa program for entry into the US as a business owner. You'll hear Jared and Leigh describe the requirements of the E2 visa program, the interview process, getting accepted, and ultimately moving to Florida some months later. They also talk about their new life in the Sunshine State, how they've got their business off the ground, some best practices for running a business with your spouse, and much more. We hope you enjoy listening in to this conversation with Jared and Leigh, cheers! PS: If you're interested in learning more about the E2 Visa Program or have questions about franchising with Fibrenew, we'll be happy to help! Get in touch with us here!

In this episode, we are in conversation with Fibrenew Franchisee Bill Bedsole of Fibrenew Palatine in the suburbs of Chicago. Bill started his franchise in September 2018 and hasn't looked back since. In this chat, he talks about how he made the switch from corporate America and how he'll never go back! We discussed how Bill appreciates Fibrenew's scalability and how he makes that work around his family's schedule, how he found his technician and how they work together today, and how he consistently talks about his business with his neighbors, his fellow church members, and his doctor and how those conversations help fuel his business. Bill's business is thriving today, and he's focused on keeping it profitable and simple. He loves running his Fibrenew franchise, which clearly shows when you listen to him speak about it. Stay tuned to the end of the conversation because Bill shares a personal goal that he's striving for that is unique and inspiring for the long haul. We hope you enjoy listening in to the conversation. For more information about Fibrenew Franchising, visit: www.fibrenew.com/franchising

In this edition, we talked with the mother-son franchise powerhouse team of Carla Ceron and Diego Rosales Ceron of Fibrenew Mexico City. Carla has been operating Fibrenew in Mexico for over 20 years. Diego was just three years old when his mom started the business, and in this podcast, he shares many fond and funny stories of his earliest memories of his mom working the business and how she handled it all. Carla shares some sage life and business philosophies that have served her well. We talk about how they have structured their business, from their technicians, office administrator, their shop setup, the type of work they do, and much more. They also share how they work together as mother and son, what lines need to be drawn to make it work, and what the future holds for their franchise. You can reach out to Carla and Diego on Facebook, Instagram, and Linked In. If you're interested in hearing more podcasts with Fibrenew Franchisees, please subscribe to the Fibrenew Exchange on Apple, Spotify, Audible or wherever you get your pods. Remember that each month, we hold live webinars with Fibrenew Franchisees, where we discuss all things Fibrenew Franchising - from the work we do, our products, training, support, marketing, technology systems, and much more. To register your spot, hop over to fibrenew.com/franchising/research/webcasts - we look forward to seeing you there!

This edition is a podcast takeover and a rebroadcast of an interview that Fibrenew Franchisee Dave O'Brien has with Adam Robison of NW Arkansas Business Radio X Podcast. Adam had Dave explain what he was doing before opening his Fibrenew business, what he now enjoys best about owning and operating his Fibrenew business, and much more - it's a really great conversation, and we hope you enjoy listening in! If you're interested in learning more about Fibrenew Franchising, please visit: fibrenew.com/franchising

Jorge Figueroa of Fibrenew Osceola, FL transitioned to Fibrenew after a successful career in the military. After being away from his family for so many years, he was ready to be at home and wanted to be his own boss. He found that perfect fit with Fibrenew and ultimately opened his franchise in August 2022. At the time of this recording, Jorge was in his 8th month of operation as a franchisee. He spoke about what his experience has been like to date, shared some of the best parts, some the frustrating parts, and talked about what he's planning for in the future. We hope you enjoy listening in, and if you're interested in learning more about Fibrenew Franchising, please visit: fibrenew.com/franchising

Thank you for joining us for installment 6 of 6 in a miniseries focused on showcasing the various types of business models that exist within Fibrenew. Ann Benes of Fibrenew Lincoln, Nebraska, has been a proud owner/operator of her franchise for over 20 years! Ann and her husband, Pat, were the 13th franchise in the US when they came on board in 2002. The way their partnership works is that Pat operates the family farm, and Ann operates the Fibrenew business. They will, of course, periodically help each other out on either side of the fence, but for the most part, Ann runs the franchise as a sole owner-operator. In this conversation, Ann talks about the 50/50 split she's established between commercial and private work and how that helps her manage the cash flow in the business. We also touch on goal setting. We talk about mid-west customer service etiquette, building rapport with clients, how to this day, she remains a student of the business, and what she's thinking about when it comes to eventual succession. Thanks for joining us, and we hope you enjoy listening to this conversation with Ann.