KERRI HARPER HOWIE - Mustard Up That Cheddar Dog

In this powerful episode of Eating While Broke, host Coline Wittwelcomes Kerrie Harper-Howey, the powerhouse behindCalifornia's largest Black-owned McDonald's franchise empire.While preparing her humble "Mustard Up That Cheddar Dog"-a nostalgic combination of hot dogs, melted cheddar, and tangymustard that kept her going during leaner times - Kerrie unveilsthe remarkable story behind her family's 21-restaurantMcDonald's empire.From watching her parents navigate the challenges of franchiseownership to overcoming her father's gambling addiction, andwitnessing her mother's unwavering resilience, Kerrie sharesraw, unfiltered truths about building generational wealth in thefast-food industry. Her journey from working the fry station toleading a multi-million dollar franchise operation serves as amasterclass in perseverance and business acumen. Connect: @wittcoline @kerriharperhowieSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.