Building Strong Kids, Strong Communities & Scalable Businesses | Barb Volk & Doug Birer

In this powerful episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast, host Rebecca Monet sits down with Barb Volk and Doug Birer, dynamic partners behind multiple KidStrong locations and area development territories. Barb and Doug share their journey from early OrangeTheory Fitness expansion to building a mission-driven kids' fitness franchise focused on confidence, character, and physical development. Together, they unpack what it really takes to scale a business without losing sight of purpose—from mentoring leaders and building trust, to balancing profitability with real community impact. In this episode, you'll learn: Why mission matters when scaling a franchise How trust fuels strong partnerships and leadership development The difference between owner-operator and area developer mindsets What Barb calls work-life integration—and why it works How KidStrong is shaping confident, resilient kids (and future leaders) Whether you're a franchisor, franchisee, or purpose-driven entrepreneur, this conversation delivers insights on leadership, growth, and building something that truly lasts. 👉 Subscribe for more conversations where passion & purpose collide—and profits and relationships are forged.