How do you decide which industry to target when choosing a franchise?

How do you decide which industry to target when choosing a franchise?

Brian Bazely
May 8 '26
The franchise industry continues to expand – not just in the number of locations, but in the breadth of industries adopting franchising as a growth strategy
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Better together: the unstoppable power of the Canadian franchising community

Ryan Picklyk
May 7 '26
In the world of business, there is a persistent myth of the “solitary founder” – the individual hero who builds an empire through sheer force of will
The real challenge of scaling franchise marketing in 2026

The real challenge of scaling franchise marketing in 2026

Ronn Torossian
Apr 27 '26
In 2026, the biggest challenge in franchise marketing is not creativity or even strategy. It is the ability to execute consistently across every location, channel, and customer interaction
Why peer groups and masterminds are essential for stronger franchise leadership

Why peer groups and masterminds are essential for stronger franchise leadership

Liane Caruso
Apr 24 '26
In an industry built on growth, performance, and constant decision-making, franchise leaders are often expected to have the answers
Franchising does not mean freedom

Franchising does not mean freedom

Sean Goldsmith
Apr 21 '26
The operators who win in franchising are not the most creative. They are the most disciplined executors of a system they did not design
Beyond the national ad campaign

Beyond the national ad campaign

Fay Chapple
Apr 17 '26
The franchisor’s slick TV ads are great, but they will not make you a local hero. Here is how to market your franchise and dominate your neighbourhood
Culture eats strategy for breakfast and AI picks up the tab

Culture eats strategy for breakfast and AI picks up the tab

Ford Saeks
Apr 15 '26
Franchisors and franchisees are discovering that AI doesn’t just optimize operations. It can be the catalyst that reignites culture and keeps people genuinely motivated
The realities of your leadership journey

The realities of your leadership journey

Kevin Wayne Johnson
Apr 14 '26
Leadership is often portrayed as a destination. It is an elevated role marked by authority, confidence, and influence
A night that shines a light on franchise leaders

A night that shines a light on franchise leaders

Sebastian Aguirre
Apr 13 '26
This year’s EF100 Canada 2026 Awards felt like more than just a celebration. It was a full-on reunion of franchise innovators, industry leaders, and passionate entrepreneurs under one roof
The business of building confidence

The business of building confidence

Lisa Stead
Mar 23 '26
Performing arts education is widely recognised for the impact it can have on young people, helping them develop creativity, communication skills and confidence.
homework franchisee

The franchisees who do their homework

Lamar Vandusen
Mar 19 '26
For years, the biggest complaint from franchise owners was the same: we can’t find workers.
Making the transition from employee to entrepreneur

Making the transition from employee to entrepreneur

Brian Bazely
Mar 18 '26
There are many things to consider when leaving a full-time job, often a long-standing career, to become an entrepreneur.