Dan Collins
Franchise Growth Strategist
Simplify Franchise Ownership

Dan Collins

Empowering your franchise journey to wealth and freedom

Dan Collins

Empowering your franchise journey to wealth and freedom

Business ConsultingFranchisingBusiness Ownership
Certified Franchise Executive (CFE, CFC)
Matched 1K+ professionals with franchises
30+ years in franchise development
Scaled brands to national growth rankings

About Dan Collins

Empowering your franchise journey to wealth and freedom

I'm Dan Collins, a Certified Franchise Executive with over 30 years of experience in the franchising world.

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Actionable Franchise Insights

I bring proven frameworks for evaluating and selecting the right franchise, helping your audience make informed decisions.

Relatable Success Stories

I share real examples of professionals who achieved financial freedom through franchising, keeping your audience inspired and engaged.

Demystifying the Process

I explain complex topics like funding, legalities, and operations in a simple, relatable way that resonates with aspiring entrepreneurs.

Behind the Brand Growth

I provide a strategic view of how franchises scale, offering your listeners insight into real growth mechanics and leadership decisions.

Episode Angles & Topics

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From Confusion to Confidence

How to navigate the overwhelming franchise landscape and find the right fit for your lifestyle.

Franchise discovery process Tailored assessments Avoiding costly mistakes
Franchising as a Wealth Strategy

Explore how franchise ownership can lead to long-term financial independence.

Business ownership benefits Passive income potential Lifestyle alignment
Inside Franchise Development

A behind-the-scenes look at scaling national franchise brands and building operational systems.

Franchise growth strategies Operational oversight Real estate and legal alignment
Real Franchise Success Stories

Hear inspiring examples of professionals who transitioned into successful franchisees.

Case studies Lessons learned Common challenges and solutions
What You'll Get From This Interview
Audience Takeaways

Clarity on franchise ownership, actionable steps for investing, and confidence to pursue business ownership without fear.

Hot Topics
Franchise ownership as a path to financial freedom
Real-world franchise matchmaking success stories
De-risking the franchise decision process
Why Trust Me
Certified Franchise Executive (CFE, CFC)
Matched 1K+ professionals with franchises
30+ years in franchise leadership roles
The Ideal Show

Business, entrepreneurship, franchising, financial freedom, professional transitions

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Key Achievements

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Matched 1K+ professionals with franchises
Saved $2M in legal costs at Stretch Zone
Drove 63 franchise sales in 9 months at BurgerFi
Named to Entrepreneur's Fastest Growing Franchises list

Professional Experience

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Founder
Franchisee 1st Advisors LLC
16 years 4 months

Guides professionals through franchise investments using a proven matchmaking process.

Senior Vice President of Franchise Development
Stretch Zone, Inc
3 years 2 months

Redesigned development systems, saving $2M and achieving top industry growth rankings.

Consultant
GLG, Guidepoint, Coleman Research
3 years 10 months

Provided expert insights in franchising, wellness, and restaurant sectors.

President
Online Image®
1 year 2 months

Led franchise marketing strategies to attract ideal candidates for franchisors.

Global Franchise Strategy & Development
BurgerFi
1 year 1 month

Drove international expansion and closed 63 new restaurant deals in 9 months.

Education

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What Dan Collins Can Speak About:
Franchise consulting Franchise ownership Business development Certified Franchise Executive Franchise matchmaking Franchise funding guidance

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