Networking with Founders and the SMB Franchise Family

29 September, 2025

SMB Spotlights SweetWater Technologies

Earlier this month, the SMB team spoke with Hannah Gripp from SweetWater Technologies to learn and share more about this emerging brand – a sustainable farming and agricultural support franchise. SMB Franchise Advisors: In a few sentences, describe what services your brand provides and what your company is all about. Hannah Gripp: At Sweetwater Technologies,…

28 August, 2025

SMB Spotlights Cascadia Pizza Franchise Expansion

This summer, the SMB team had an opportunity to spend some time with the franchise founders and leadership behind Cascadia Pizza Co. Based in the Pacific North West, they are now looking to expand nationwide. Here is what Calvin, Buck and Thomas had to share. SMB Franchise Advisors: In a few sentences, describe what your…

31 July, 2025

SMB Spotlights Deer Solution

We recently sat down with co-founders Kris and Jaime Goodrich to share more about Deer Solution – a specialized service franchise focused on residential and commercial customers. SMB Franchise Advisors: In a few sentences, describe what services your brand provides and what your company is all about. Kris Goodrich, President: At Deer Solution, we provide…

14 July, 2025

Spotlighting Brands at the International Franchise Expo

Each year, the SMB Franchise Advisors teams supports our SMB Franchise Family in New York City at one of the largest franchise expos – the IFE. This event brings thousands of potential candidates in person for the opportunity to get to know the founders and leadership teams. For established brands and those who are just…

28 June, 2025

SMB Spotlights Design Pro Remodeling A Home Renovation Franchise

This month’s SMB client spotlight is on Design Pro Remodeling. Earlier this year, we spent some time with one of the franchise founders of this growing home remodeling franchise. We are sharing a little bit about the brand, what makes their concept special and why they chose to work with the team at SMB to…

17 June, 2025

When to Invest in Technology to Support Business Expansion

At SMB Franchise Advisors, we work with brands at every stage of growth – and one of the most common questions we get from growing franchisors is: “When is the right time to invest in technology?” Technology plays a pivotal role in franchise success, but timing and selection are everything. Invest too early, and you’ll…