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Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast
Tariq Johnson from Zero to Profitable Franchise (and YouTube) reveals his strategies (profitable franchise secrets) on buying franchises and getting them profitable FAST, so you can experience the freedom and flexibility with owning a profitable franchise business!
Get access to exclusive interviews with top performing Franchisees, accountants, and business experts so you can learn from their mistakes, and hear real life success stories so you can feel more confident in your franchise journey. Tariq signed onto his first franchise in 2015 after making a (scary) $300,000 investment. He got that location profitable in less than 60 days, and has since gone on to buy and sell numerous franchise locations. He intimately understands the fear, confusion, and overwhelm that comes with trying to make it as a full time entrepreneur.
You’ll learn about FDD’s, franchisee validation calls, how to buy a franchise, the most profitable franchise industries, franchise funding, SBA loans, and marketing strategies so you can thrive as a franchise owner and create your dream life with your family and loved ones. No matter what stage of buying a franchise you are in, this podcast will help you do one thing. Go from Zero to Profitable Franchise! Hit subscribe, and get ready to create your dream life.
Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast
Is Graze Craze the Right Franchise for You?
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In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise podcast, host Chantel Soumis spotlights Graze Craze, the powerhouse charcuterie and grazing board concept taking the country by storm. Graze Craze's director of franchise development, Shane Lee, joins the show to discuss the brand’s rapid expansion to 136 locations across four countries in just five years of franchising. Shane reveals the secrets behind their streamlined, low-overhead model that operates with just a few employees and no cooking equipment, making it a simple yet highly profitable sales and marketing business. Tune in to discover the brand's unique approach to B2B catering, their hands-on support system, and how they are defining an entire category with virtually no national competition.
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00:00 - Intro
00:35 - Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast Introduction
01:06 - Guest Introduction: Shane Lee (Graze Craze)
02:05 - Shane Lee's Background and Journey in Franchising
04:12 - The Beginning and Rapid Growth of Graze Craze
06:02 - The United Franchise Group (UFG) Advantage
07:11 - Operational Model and Target Audience
09:41 - The Wine Pairing Experience
10:43 - Real Estate and Accelerated Launch Timeline
13:49 - Marketing Strategies and In-House Support
16:05 - Scale of Business Simplicity and Training Program
17:10 - Supply Chain, Partnerships, and Corporate Support
18:43 - Franchise Business Consultants (FBCs) and Ongoing Support
20:49 - The Number One Misconception About Owning a Charcuterie Business
22:17 - Annual Conferences and Regional Meetings
24:42 - B2B Catering vs. Direct-to-Consumer Sales
25:50 - Target Audience and Repeat Customers
27:55 - Success Stories: Elite Athletes and the World Cup
31:57 - Advice for First-Time and Risk-Adverse Business Owners
34:01 - Deal Breakers and Candidate Disqualifications
37:07 - Single Unit to Multi-Unit Development Agreements
39:35 - Controlling the Charcuterie Industry and 5-Year Outlook
42:23 - Navigating Health and Food Trends
44:24 - International Expansion and Conclusion
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The information presented on this website is based on the most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) available for each franchise opportunity. For detailed financial representations, please refer to Item 19 of the applicable FDD.
Note that this information may have changed since publication. We strongly recommend verifying all fees, investment requirements, and franchise offers directly with the franchisor before making any investment decisions.
This website and its contents are intended for informational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. Franchise offers can only be made through the delivery of an FDD that is registered and compliant with applicable state laws.
Franchise opportunities referenced herein may not be available in all states or countries. Offers are only valid where legally permitted and in compliance with local regulations.
There is no guarantee of success, profitability, or financial performance. Starting any business including purchasing a franchise, involves inherent risk, and outcomes will vary. No results are promised or assured.
Prospective franchisees are strongly encouraged to carefully review the FDD and consult with qualified legal and financial advisors prior to making any franchise investment decisions.