143. Non-Food Franchising—Jon Ostenson, President, FranBridge Consulting

Did you know that the semi-absentee franchise owner and multi-unit franchise owner is on the rise? And did you know that the majority of franchisors are in non-food franchising? It is not to say that food franchises are unimportant, but it is a common misunderstanding with franchising.  I am so pleased to have our guest, and someone I have worked together with for several years. We actually work as counterparts. Our company helps a business owner franchise their company and then Jon and his company can help find franchisees for franchisors. Our guest today is Jon Ostenson, who recently released his book, “Non-Food Franchising.” You can download a free copy of his book on his website: www.franbridgeconsulting.com.  TODAY'S WIN-WIN:Working with Franchise Brokers like Jon, help franchise candidates find the right franchise to buy and franchisors grow their system. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:You can visit our guest's websites at: https://franbridgeconsulting.com/Connect with Jon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonostenson/If you are ready to franchise your business or take it to the next level: CLICK HERE.ABOUT OUR GUEST:Jon is a top 1% national franchise broker, investor, author, and international speaker specializing in the area he has coined as ‘Non-Food Franchising’. Having served as the President of an Inc. 500 franchise system and now as a multi-brand franchisee, himself, Jon is uniquely positioned to educate others on franchising and franchise selection.  Jon serves as CEO of FranBridge Consulting and has helped thousands of entrepreneurs and investors explore business ownership and investment opportunities. Jon is the author of the book “Non-Food Franchising’’ and is a frequent contributor and thought leader for publications on the topic of franchising and franchise investments. Prior to FranBridge, Jon was the President of a national franchise system with more than 200 locationsABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ or by calling Big Sky Franchise Team at: 855-824-4759.   This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the world, helping entrepreneurs franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables.  If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.