221. A Franchisee's Story: From Corporate to Franchise Ownership—Adrienne Sienkowski, Owner, IMAGE Studios Salon Suites of Alpharetta

Do you know what a franchisee is thinking when they buy a franchise? Or maybe you should have a better idea than you do? If you are franchising your business, thinking about franchising your business, or in franchise sales, this episode is for you.Our guest today is Adrienne Sienkowski, and she shares with us the journey and she and her husband have been on from buying a franchise to opening and operating. TODAY'S WIN-WIN: If you’re on the fence, and you want to do it, you eventually need to take that step or just go for it. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:You can visit our guest's website at: https://imagestudios360.com/alpharetta/Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/If you are ready to franchise your business or take it to the next level: CLICK HERE.Connect with our guest on social:https://www.instagram.com/imagestudios_alpharetta/ABOUT OUR GUEST:Adrienne comes from a family of entrepreneurs. Her great-grandfather opened a small community grocery store during the Great Depression in Hartsville, South Carolina. Her grandfather started a USDA-approved meat processing plant and organic farm during the height of the Civil Rights era. His company went on to become one of the first 8(a) certified businesses in South Carolina. Continuing on the entrepreneur path, her father, Dr. Louis B. Lynn, a former R&D executive at Monsanto, went on to open the largest minority-owned Commercial Landscape and Construction company in South Carolina. To say that small business holds a special place in Adrienne’s heart is an understatement.Adrienne started her career in Corporate at Sonoco Products Company as a Sales Associate. She then went on to utilize her Packaging degree as Research Engineer at Sonoco headquarters working on the iconic Pringles and Pillsbury brands. Adrienne continued her career at Campbell Soup Company where she progressively moved up in Packaging positions with key development and leadership roles focused on packaging improvements, cost savings, and production line efficiency improvements. She holds multiple patents in packaging and process improvements from her tenures at Sonoco and Campbell Soup Company.When her husband, Philip, had a career opportunity to relocate from Philadelphia to Georgia, Adrienne joined ENVIRO AgScienceas Chief Operations Officer, the company her father founded in 1985. There she learned the nuances and challenges between Fortune 500 companies and small businesses. To open the inaugural IMAGE Studios in Georgia will allow Adrienne to continue in the same robust entrepreneur spirit that has run in her family for four generations. Adrienne holds a degree in Packaging from Clemson University. She currently serves as Chair of the Clemson University Board of Visitors and is an active member of her kids PTA. ABOUT 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.