Aren Johnstone’s Post

It is a great pleasure to announce the formation of The Franchise Consortium with my long time Friend, Keith Gerson. The Franchise Consortium brings together our almost 10 decades of collective experience as franchisors, franchisees, master franchisees, suppliers and management consultants and our proven, vetted, cost effective supplier network to help franchisors increase their reach, profitability, and market presence. We're offering a complete, data-smart approach to franchise growth. From evaluating your concept's potential to mapping out your expansion – both at home and abroad – we've got all the bases covered. Our goals are straightforward: We want to boost your returns, help you grow more smoothly, fine-tune your sales and operations, and give you the confidence that comes with having seasoned pros on your team. If you're hitting roadblocks with scaling up, keeping franchisees happy, or figuring out how to go global – we've navigated these challenges before and know how to chart the course. Are you ready to unlock your franchise's full potential? Click on the QR code on the slide and let's set up a meeting to start building the franchise system you've always envisioned. 

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Building a successful franchise system starts with acting like one from the beginning. Investing in technology and brand image from day one creates a flywheel effect—boosting reviews, SEO, and local visibility—that drives long-term growth. These small steps add up to big results, like awarding over 80 new franchise partners in just 15 months.

Many iconic franchise brands today started surprisingly small. For instance, the first KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken) was just a single gas station restaurant run by Colonel Harland Sanders. Similarly, Ray Kroc, who is often credited with creating McDonald's, actually purchased the franchise rights from the original McDonald brothers who started with a single hamburger stand in California. Do you know any unknown history about franchise? Share in the comment. #historyoffranchise #franchisebusiness #kfcchicken #mcdonald #beyourownboss

Today, Keith Gerson and I are thrilled to announce the launch of The Franchise Consortium, combining our almost 10 decades of collective experience in the franchise industry to help franchisors boost their reach, profitability, and market presence. Our proven supplier network offers a cost-effective solution to enhance your franchise operations. We provide a comprehensive, data-smart approach to franchise growth, from evaluating your concept's potential to mapping out expansion both locally and globally. Let us assist you in increasing returns, achieving smoother growth, refining sales and operations, and offering the expertise of seasoned professionals. If you're facing challenges in scaling up, maintaining franchisee satisfaction, or expanding internationally, we have the experience to guide you through. Ready to unlock your franchise's full potential? Scan the QR code to schedule a meeting to begin shaping the franchise system you've always envisioned. #KeithGerson #TheFranchiseConsortium

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I wanted to post my thoughts on the Franchise Springboard, but I am still trying to recover from that whirlwind! I have to say Ryan Hicks, CFE, Zack Fishman, CFE, Lane Fisher, and Brad Fishman really know how to put on a GREAT event. ALL emerging franchise brands should be attending this event. The speakers and expert panels shared so much amazing information from all aspects of franchising: franchise development, marketing, operations, legal, finance, M&A, and everything an emerging franchise needs to know. The franchise community is so helpful, so many conversations were happening, and so much good information was being shared. Legends to founders, founders to founders, suppliers to founders; nobody was holding back information. Information overload! It was also great catching up with some familiar faces: Mark Michael, Tony Hulbert, Josh Skolnick, Trevor Rappleye, CFE, Erik Van Horn, Jeffrey Herr, Justin Mink, CFE, Dan Claps, CFE (CEO of VODA Cleaning and Restoration), Aren Johnstone Hopefully, everyone got as much out of the conference as I did, and I am already looking forward to next year! PS Because I am not Mr. Social this is the only photo I took lol

Successful franchisors know the power of collaboration🤝 Treating franchisees as valued partners, not employees, fosters a culture of innovation and shared success. When these two stakeholder groups work together, everyone wins, and business results thrive 🚀🚀🚀 #franchisesuccess #collaborationwins #partnershipmatters FranchiseWire International Franchise Association Canadian Franchise Association

Introducing Franchise Essentials! We're thrilled to announce Franchise Essentials, a division of Cleaning Depot by PBJ dedicated to helping franchises succeed by simplifying their supply needs. What we offer: ✅ Streamlined solutions for franchise systems ✅ Quality products aligned with franchise requirements ✅ Reliable and tailored service that grows with you Your success is our mission! With Franchise Essentials, franchises can focus on growth while we handle the essentials. Learn more about how we fuel success across franchise systems by contacting us today! Paul Stewart | Ollivia Barton

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