The Fashion Class: Building Confidence, Creativity & a Scalable Kids Franchise

Frank Fiume and guest co-host Kirk Bowyer talk with Kerri Quigley, founder of The Fashion Class, a NYC-based sewing and design school turned franchise. What started as a side gig in the Bronx has evolved into a fully developed curriculum, two studios in Manhattan, and now a franchise opportunity that empowers kids ages 2–18 through fashion. Kerri shares how she built a systemized, creative brand parents trust—and why it’s perfect for former corporate professionals seeking more purpose and flexibility.GUEST: Kerri QuigleyWEBSITE: https://thefashionclass.com/Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Emerging Franchise Brands Podcast01:21 The Birth of The Fashion Class05:14 Passion and Purpose in Business07:56 Franchising: A New Chapter10:42 Finding the Right Franchisees13:20 Life as a Franchise Owner18:56 Franchise Investment Insights20:20 Surprises in the Franchising Journey21:21 Vision for Growth and Expansion22:12 Building the Right Team24:09 Legacy and Exit Strategies26:24 The Value of Established Systems28:38 Innovating for Future Generations29:53 Inspirational Reads and Personal Growth31:49 Celebrity Encounters and Brand Impact33:01 Franchise Opportunities and Closing Thoughts33:32 The Motivation Behind the BusinessDOWNLOAD FRANK'S FREE FRANCHISE TIPS E-BOOK!https://hovqr.to/cd790850For More Information and Extra Resources Visit:https://emergingfranchisebrands.com/Books Mentioned in this Episode:The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About Ithttps://amzn.to/4l3aGLQPODCAST LINKShttps://efbpodcast.com/https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emergingfranchisebrandsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/35Frm7tIXHKYXWTDdmqKa4Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/emerging-franchise-brands/id1701687149SOCIALInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/emergingfranchisebrands/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emergingfranchisebrandsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/emerging-franchise-brands-podcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/frankfiume------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Episode Shot and Edited at BlueBox Studios Tampahttps://blueboxdigital.com/