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EPISODE · Dec 15, 2025 · 18 MIN

From Trading Floors to Fastest Labs: Mark Eddy’s Journey to Business Ownership | Freedom Friday

from Journey to Business Ownership - Freedom Friday Podcast · host Patrice Miles

Welcome back to Freedom Friday on the Journey to Business Ownership podcast!In this episode, Patrice Miles sits down with Mark Eddy, owner of Fastest Labs of East Louisville, to talk about his unique path from the Chicago trading floor to franchise ownership in Louisville. Mark shares his experience owning multiple businesses, why he chose Fastest Labs, how he and his wife split roles as business partners, and what he believes every future business owner should do before signing an agreement.In this episode, we cover:-Mark’s career path: trading → Potbelly franchise ownership → Fastest Labs-Why franchise support matters (especially in challenging seasons)-The importance of partners, clear roles, and work-life balance-His #1 recommendation: have a business attorney review the agreement-What Fastest Labs of East Louisville offers (drug, alcohol, and DNA testing + after-hours service)Connect with Fastest Labs of East Louisville:📍 Location: East Louisville (Capitol Way, off Blankenbaker)📞 Phone: 502-901-4560🌐 Website: FastestLabs.com/EastLouisville (or search “Fastest Labs of East Louisville”)Ready to explore business ownership for yourself?Visit: JourneyToBusinessOwnership.comConnect on LinkedIn: Patrice Miles – Career Ownership CoachDon’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs a spark of inspiration today.Keep chasing purpose, not just a paycheck.#FreedomFriday #JourneyToBusinessOwnership #Entrepreneurship #BusinessOwnership #LouisvilleKY #SmallBusinessOwner #FranchiseOwnership #FastestLabs #CareerChange.Welcome back to Freedom Friday on the Journey to Business Ownership podcast!

Welcome back to Freedom Friday on the Journey to Business Ownership podcast!In this episode, Patrice Miles sits down with Mark Eddy, owner of Fastest Labs of East Louisville, to talk about his unique path from the Chicago trading floor to franchise ownership in Louisville. Mark shares his experience owning multiple businesses, why he chose Fastest Labs, how he and his wife split roles as business partners, and what he believes every future business owner should do before signing an agreement.In this episode, we cover:-Mark’s career path: trading → Potbelly franchise ownership → Fastest Labs-Why franchise support matters (especially in challenging seasons)-The importance of partners, clear roles, and work-life balance-His #1 recommendation: have a business attorney review the agreement-What Fastest Labs of East Louisville offers (drug, alcohol, and DNA testing + after-hours service)Connect with Fastest Labs of East Louisville:📍 Location: East Louisville (Capitol Way, off Blankenbaker)📞 Phone: 502-901-4560🌐 Website: FastestLabs.com/EastLouisville (or search “Fastest Labs of East Louisville”)Ready to explore business ownership for yourself?Visit: JourneyToBusinessOwnership.comConnect on LinkedIn: Patrice Miles – Career Ownership CoachDon’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs a spark of inspiration today.Keep chasing purpose, not just a paycheck.#FreedomFriday #JourneyToBusinessOwnership #Entrepreneurship #BusinessOwnership #LouisvilleKY #SmallBusinessOwner #FranchiseOwnership #FastestLabs #CareerChange.Welcome back to Freedom Friday on the Journey to Business Ownership podcast!

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