Franchise Masters

About Franchise Masters

Imagine having access to people who have used franchising to create more freedom and opportunity in their lives. Now, imagine talking to them in an honest and raw way, learning their secrets to success. That’s what the Franchise Masters podcast delivers. Whether you’re a first-time business owner who’s curious whether or not there’s a franchise out there that’s the right fit. Or, maybe you’re a current franchise owner looking to scale your franchise to next the next level. In either case, you’re going to get actionable insights from real people using franchising to create something special. For instance, you’re going hear stories about first-time business owners who left the corporate world to build franchise empires. You’ll also hear from first movers in emerging brands who have experienced tremendous success. On top of that, seasoned entrepreneurs who have scaled businesses that will blow your mind will share their story. You can also get the scoop from the founders of leading franchise brands and see how they’ve built (and are building) their franchise system. Leading franchise attorneys, funding specialists, accountants, and other advisors who play a key role in finding success are also interviewed on Franchise Masters. Experts pull back the curtain on everything franchising – how to buy the right franchise, how to research the top emerging franchises in the country, how to fund franchises, how to scale and grow franchises, how to sell franchises (as in cash out), how to franchise a business, and more. Guests address common franchising myths and preconceived notions that deter most people from jumping into this venture. Arm yourself with genuine and factual business advice to scratch your entrepreneurial itch. Host Dru Carpenito is a franchise expert who takes you on various journeys throughout this industry. Dru discovered his knack for franchising straight out of school when he accidentally fell in love with franchising. During his first real job out of college, Dru helped a young emerging franchise grow across the country where he learned everything about franchising. From there, he went on to work for an international education franchise, which he helped expand to 14 different countries. After a good run on the corporate side of franchising, Dru walked away to pursue his true passion – helping aspiring entrepreneurs navigate the franchise journey by finding the right franchise to get into. Join Dru in this journey and tap into your entrepreneurial spirit. Listen to Franchise Masters today at https://drucarpenito.com/ (https://drucarpenito.com/).

Publisher

Dru Carpenito

Category

business · business · business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

10 May 2022

Latest episode

17 Jun 2025

Latest episodes

3 of 48 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   17 Jun 2025TRANSCRIPT

   From CPA, To M&A, To ETA, To A Senior Care Franchise: Tyler Seman’s Story

   Tyler Seman recounts his journey from finance to senior care franchising with Hallmark Homecare, discussing his surprises and navigation of the ramp-up phase as Dru Carpenito interviews him.

2. 

   21 Jan 2025TRANSCRIPT

   The Wild Ride Of A 9-Unit Crumbl Franchise Owner With Shideler Bennett

   Dru Carpenito interviews Shideler Bennett, a nine-unit Crumbl franchise owner, about the challenges and systems behind rapid expansion in the booming cookie industry.

3. 

   7 Jan 2025TRANSCRIPT

   Lessons From Scaling A $30M+ Home Service Business And Exiting To A Roll-Up Buyer With Ron Weatherly

   Franchise Masters host interviews Ron Weatherly, sharing insights on scaling a $30M+ home service business and exiting to a roll-up buyer.

Inside a recent episode

From CPA, To M&A, To ETA, To A Senior Care Franchise: Tyler Seman’s Story

Published 17 Jun 2025 · Transcript excerpt

[…] And so, like more recently had served, was serving at a men's group when you and I were chatting. And it's like, I got far more joy talking about young men who are in their 20 to 25 year old age going through life and learning about college or relationships or their faith life. I got far more excitement and joy out of serving others as opposed to being in spreadsheets and PowerPoints. But when they were talking, bringing it to senior care, when they were talking about caregivers, their stories on Wall Street Journal and all these websites on a monthly basis talking about caregiver shortages and the struggles that companies and agencies are having when it comes to staffing and supporting families. […]

Who has been a guest on Franchise Masters

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Tyler Seman
• Shideler Bennett
• Ron Weatherly
• Connor Groce
• Caleb Brunz

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

12 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

22 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 39 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

58

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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Books guests

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