Getting the Results We Want with Celebree School Franchisee Vakul Goel
Enrich Your Empire with Richie Huffman
Release Date: 01/01/2023
Building an Effective PR Strategy for Business Growth
Enrich Your Empire with Richie Huffman
In this episode of Enrich Your Empire, Richie Huffman sits down with Kelly Hammond, Chief Strategy Officer at Fishman PR, to discuss the power of proactive public relations (PR) and how to build an effective PR strategy that drives lasting brand impact. Kelly shares insights on overcoming common misconceptions about PR, including the importance of proactive, ongoing brand storytelling versus reactive, crisis-driven PR. The conversation also covers tips for measuring PR success, leveraging executive expertise for thought leadership, and choosing the right PR agency partner. Kelly...
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Family Business, Entrepreneurship, and Confidence with Brittany Gentry
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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with Brittany Gentry, an entrepreneur and owner of Celebree School of East Louisville, to discuss her journey of personal growth, entrepreneurship, and building a legacy. Brittany shares the impact of her mentor, Doc Gentry, and the lessons she’s learned from her family’s entrepreneurial roots. She opens up about overcoming fears, navigating challenges, and finding confidence as she and her family prepare to open their first Celebree School in Louisville. From stories of family farm tours and family partnerships with Richie Huffman to...
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Buying a Franchise: Why Meet the Team Day is a Game-Changer
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Ever wondered why some franchise partnerships thrive while others falter? Tune in to uncover why "Meet the Team Day" is a game-changing step in the franchise process. This exclusive two-day event is your golden opportunity to connect with the executive team, experience the support system firsthand, and gauge the true potential of your future franchise. In this episode of Enrich Your Empire, I'm joined by Celebree School's VP of Franchise Sales and Development Kim Wolff. We’ll reveal how this event is not just a meet-and-greet but a vital part of assessing potential future success. Learn how...
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Build Strong Community Connections for Your Business Through Grassroots Marketing
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In this episode of Enrich Your Empire with Richie Huffman, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Lauren Moran Zazzetta, Senior Director of Marketing for Celebree School. We delved into the critical role that building strong community connections plays in the success of any business, start-up, franchise, or otherwise. Lauren shared her insights on how to authentically engage with local communities, create lasting business partnerships, and leverage these business relationships to elevate your brand. Whether you’re an entrepreneur just starting your business or looking to strengthen your...
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From Employee to Franchisee: The Path to Business Ownership
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In this episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by two inspiring guests, Celebree School Franchise Partners, Katie Young and Kelli Amrein. Katie and Kelli exemplify the potential for growth within Celebree, having transitioned from roles as teachers and school directors to now thriving as franchise partners and school owners. We discuss the pivotal moment they considered franchising, the challenges of owning a business, and the rewards of owning a business versus simply running it. Katie and Kelli also share their strategies for integrating personal growth into their business model and offer...
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Building Generational Wealth Through Financial Literacy
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In this episode, we delve into the heart of family and entrepreneurship with a special guest, my son Evan Huffman. Facilitated by our family mentor and advisor Chris Steer, Evan and I explore the entrepreneurial values we hold as a family, and the importance financial literacy for generational wealth. My approach to parenting is unique, integrating business strategies and ideas into our everyday family life and emphasizing the importance of a wealth mindset and practical financial education from a young age. With Evan beginning to explore the family business, we explore what this...
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Maximize your Franchise Business Success with Scott Greenberg, Author of The Wealthy Franchisee
Enrich Your Empire with Richie Huffman
Welcome back to the Richie Huffman Podcast! In today's episode, we're thrilled to welcome Scott Greenberg, acclaimed author of The Wealthy Franchisee and his latest book, Stop the Shift Show. Join us as we delve into the essential attributes that define a successful franchise owner and explore the growth mindset that is critical for achieving business success and wealth creation. Scott offers invaluable insights and practical advice for every aspiring entrepreneur, making this episode a must-listen for business owners and those looking to enhance their entrepreneurial journey. Tune in for...
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Hiring and Employee Retention: It's All About Company Culture (with Lisa Bricker)
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Join us for an enlightening episode as Celebree School Chief Talent Officer, Lisa Bricker, shares the secret sauce to hiring and retaining top talent: company culture. Lisa offers invaluable insights on how having a well-defined mission and vision can inspire and align your team, emphasizing the importance of finding the right employees who not only possess the necessary skills but also resonate with the company’s core values. Learn strategies for effectively communicating your mission and vision to ensure every team member feels connected to the organization's goals, starting from the...
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Refining Your Leadership Style as a Business Executive
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Welcome back to the new and improved Richie Huffman Podcast. We’ve got a very special guest this episode…the one and only Chief Energy Officer and business advisor to the stars, Chris Steer! Chris and I delve deep into the art of business mentorship, uncovering the essential elements that foster success, trust, and effective leadership within our organization. Join us as we explore strategies to build the elusive Trust Circle and unlock the secrets to becoming the best business and team leader you can be. We’ll explore how leading from afar is the best strategy for a successful...
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30 Years of Lessons with Celebree School ft. Allison Tsomos, COO
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It’s hard to believe that as we kickoff 2024, we’re in our 30th year of Celebree School. In this episode, I sat down with Allison Tsomos, Celebree’s Chief Operating Officer, and someone who's been in this business with me for 24 years and a guiding force throughout this entire journey. Allison and I dive deep into all of the valuable lessons we’ve learned throughout the past 30 years, like how we discovered the true power of our promise to Grow People Big or Small, and the strength that a close-knit school family can offer to communities. But more importantly, we'll uncover...
info_outlineWe’re here with another awesome franchisee interview today. I sat down with Vakul Goel, owner/operator and future multi-unit franchisee with us here at Celebree to talk about his journey in the corporate world and what attracted him to taking control of his destiny by investing in Celebree School. Vakul has followed the procedures and used the tools laid out for him, and he is seeing the results each and every day in his Celebree School. I am so grateful to be on this journey alongside Vakul, and I hope you get as much out of this conversation as I did.