In this episode of the Kickstart My Franchise podcast, we sit down with Angela Spencer, founder of Roamin Restrooms, a luxury restroom trailer brand redefining an overlooked corner of the events and construction industry.Angela shares her journey from corporate America to franchising, why she intentionally chose a “boring, unsexy” business, and how identifying gaps in customer service and competition led to a scalable franchise model. We dive into why luxury restroom trailers are replacing porta-potties, how the business is designed to run with low overhead and minimal staffing, and what makes Roamin Restrooms a franchise built by franchisees, for franchisees.The conversation also covers franchise startup costs, financing options, operations after events, marketing and lead generation, and how this business can be run as a side hustle or scaled into a long-term asset.We dive into:• Why luxury restroom trailers are becoming the new standard• A low-overhead franchise model with no required employees or storefront• How poor competition and slow response times create opportunity• Franchise investment range, financing options, and scalability potential0:00 Introduction to Roamin Restrooms0:25 Journey to Entrepreneurship2:24 Franchising Insights and Business Coaching3:59 Choosing the Restroom Industry4:53 Financial Commitment and Equipment Needs5:58 Inside the Luxury Restroom Trailers8:34 Post-Event Cleaning and Maintenance 9:57 Financing Options for Franchisees11:25 Operational Flexibility and Staffing12:56 Starting as a Side Hustle14:15 Lead Generation and Networking15:56 Understanding the Competitive Landscape18:35 Why Choose Roamin Restrooms19:59 Final Thoughts and Future Visions🚀Ready to kickstart your franchise journey? Send me a DM to learn how we can save you up to $10k on this exciting brand! 📚✨ _______________All other links: www.linktr.ee/kickstartmyfranchise_______________Schedule a Call with Tim!_______________Social Media:LinkedIn

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In this episode of the Kickstart My Franchise podcast, we sit down with Daniel McCarty, founder of JunkStart, a pioneering junk removal brand built on a pay-by-weight pricing model.Daniel shares his entrepreneurial journey, how his background in the waste industry led to a major business model breakthrough, and why transparency in pricing has become a competitive advantage. We dive into JunkStart’s innovative weighing system, the shift toward commercial-first clients, and how the brand has built defensible moats in a traditionally commoditized industry.The conversation also covers franchise startup costs, team structure, marketing strategies, and what it takes to scale a junk removal business with long-term enterprise value in mind.We dive into:• The pay-by-weight model eliminates arbitrary pricing and enhances customer trust.• Over half of Junk Start's revenue comes from commercial clients, focusing on B2B relationships.• The company uses a proprietary weighing system to provide transparent pricing to customers.• Daniel emphasizes the importance of building competitive moats in the junk removal industry.

In this episode of Kickstart My Franchise, we sit down with Tyler Strom, founder of Exclusively Cabinets, to break down a franchise model built on design, distribution, and profit—all without holding inventory or managing installs.

We explore how the brand scaled through compact showrooms, low overhead, and a tech-driven approach that’s changing how customers shop for cabinetry.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Exclusively Cabinets operates with lean showrooms and minimal overhead
• The true startup investment range and the drivers of profitability
• Their award-winning “Expedia for Cabinets” pricing technology
• Owner-operator vs. absentee-friendly options
• The staffing model, workflows, and daily operations
• Actual revenue numbers from existing locations
• Why cabinetry remains a high-margin, recession-resistant sector

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In this episode of the Kickstart My Franchise podcast, we interview Mike Bagley, VP of franchise development for Prestige Franchise Partners, focusing on Body Bar Pilates. Mike shares his journey into franchising, the unique aspects of Body Bar Pilates, and the growing demand for Pilates in the fitness industry. He discusses the brand's competitive edge, ownership models, investment requirements, and the support provided to franchisees. The conversation highlights the importance of community, customer retention, and the potential for recurring revenue in the franchise model.

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In this episode of the Kickstart My Franchise podcast, we interviewed Steven Gustelis, co-founder of Stadium on Wheels, a baseball-themed food truck. He discusses the unique concept of the food truck, which offers classic ballpark favorites and aims to provide a memorable experience for customers.

Steven shares insights into the operational model, scalability, and the challenges of seasonality in the food truck industry. The conversation also touches on financial considerations for potential franchisees and the marketing strategies that can help grow the brand.

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0:00 Introduction to Stadium on Wheels

3:06 The Concept Behind the Food Truck

6:37 Operational Insights and Event-Based Model

8:12 Entertainment and Unique Selling Point

11:25 Scalability and Franchise Opportunity

13:56 Seasonality and Corporate Catering

16:25 Final Thoughts and Aspiration

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Keywords: food truck, franchising, baseball, Stadium on Wheels, entrepreneurship, event-based business, corporate catering, scalability, seasonality, marketing

In this episode of Kickstart My Franchise, we sit down with Alex Filipuk, CEO of Ideal Siding, to explore the real business behind the buzz. From his obsession with FDDs to his franchisee-first approach, Alex shares why he believes Ideal Siding is the most investable brand in home services today.

We cover:

- Why scaling slowly is smarter

- The one-question test every franchisee should ask

- $100K franchise vs. $1.2M acquisition—what’s smarter?

- AI tools, multi-unit deals, and what’s next for Ideal Siding

- Real franchisee success stories (including one who made $420K/year)

- And why being on the fence means you’re not ready

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Thinking about scaling your franchise?

In this episode of Kickstart My Franchise, we sit down with Ariez Dustoor, Partner at NB Group Investors, to unpack the world of private equity in franchising.

👉 Featuring: Ariez Dustoor, Partner at NB Group Investors

🎯 Topics: Franchise valuation, private equity deals, investment criteria, capital structures, Item 7, exit multiples & more.

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Is your franchise fundable?

In this episode of Kickstart My Franchise Podcast, we chat with Burke Purcell from LoanBud to break down how SBA loans work, what makes a brand more attractive to lenders, and how to get pre-qualified faster. Whether you're still picking a brand or already deep in FDDs, this is a must-watch!

👉 Featuring: Burke Purcell, Co-Founder of LoanBud

🎯 Topics: SBA loans, funding timelines, down payments, Item 7, financial readiness & more.

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