HOT OFF THE PRESS: Maureen DiStefano, Director of Franchise Development at Slim Chickens

Maureen DiStefano just stepped into her new role as Director of Franchise Development at Slim Chickens. And we wanted you to hear her story first.With 20 years of franchise development experience across Potbelly, Dunkin', Starbucks, GNC, and Magnolia Bakery, Maureen is a Certified Franchise Executive, frequent speaker, and someone who genuinely believes "the best part of franchise development has always been the people."She's not just talking the talk. She's spent her entire career building authentic relationships with franchisees, understanding what operators need, and developing the kind of culture that makes people stay.On this week's WiRL Podcast, we sit down for a fun, fresh conversation about what drew her to Slim Chickens, her 20-year journey across different brands, what she's learned about building successful franchise partnerships, and why she's excited about what's next for the brand.