In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Charles Bonfiglio, founder and CEO of Tint World Automotive Styling Centers. Charles shares his journey from growing up in Brooklyn to building one of the most recognizable brands in automotive aftermarket services. From opening his first shop in Florida to acquiring and transforming a small six-location tinting business into a rapidly expanding franchise system, Charles reveals the lessons he learned about scaling, leadership and building a brand the right way.

In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Stacey Ryan, President of School of Rock, to explore leadership, culture and franchise growth in a global education brand. Stacey shares her journey from consultant to president, leading a mission-driven organization that impacts tens of thousands of students worldwide. They discuss maintaining intentional culture, scaling franchises internationally and empowering teams while embracing personal and professional growth.

In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Sebastien Lagree, founder of the globally recognized Lagree Fitness method. Sebastien shares his journey from aspiring action movie star to building one of the most innovative fitness brands in the world. What began as a necessity-driven pivot into Pilates evolved into a revolutionary workout system — complete with patented machines, international studios, and bold innovation powered by technology and AI.

In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Scott Redler, restaurant industry veteran, Co-Founder of Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers and President of Mokas Coffee & Eatery. Scott shares his 50-year journey from a hotel and restaurant management grad to scaling one of the most recognizable fast-casual brands in the country and now helping lead Mokas Coffee & Eatery into its next phase of franchise growth.

In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Gina Schaefer, founder and CEO of Logan Hardware and a trailblazer in the Ace Hardware cooperative system. Gina shares her unlikely journey from the tech industry to opening a hardware store in Washington, DC and how curiosity, grit, and community helped her build a thriving multi-location business.

In this episode, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with David Smith, Vice President of Digital Marketing at Go Mini’s Franchising, to explore how modern franchise brands are evolving through data, systems and franchise AI. From shifts in consumer behavior to building a proprietary operating system, David shares what it really takes to modernize franchise marketing without losing trust at the local level.