The Power of Investing in your Team with Lisa Bricker
Enrich Your Empire with Richie Huffman
Release Date: 09/06/2023
"Why I Left Wall Street to Start a Cooking Franchise" with Jessi Brelsford
Enrich Your Empire with Richie Huffman
In this episode of Enrich Your Empire, I sit down with Jessi Brelsford, a Harvard grad who traded Wall Street hustle for cupcake classes—and built a national franchise in the process. Jessi is the founder and CEO of Taste Buds Kitchen, a creative culinary entertainment company that’s redefining family-friendly experiences across the U.S. We dive into her journey from corporate to kitchen, the mindset it takes to leave comfort behind and build something meaningful, and how her leadership has evolved over 19 years in business. Jessi shares how she’s empowering other aspiring...
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Leveraging Technology to Build Smarter Companies with Mason Viener
Enrich Your Empire with Richie Huffman
In this episode of Enrich Your Empire, Richie sits down with Mason Viener, CIO of VienerX, to explore how data, technology, and AI are transforming the way entrepreneurs build and lead organizations. From setting up computer systems at just 14 to leading technology innovation and implementation at 24, Mason shares his journey growing his family business and actionable insights every business owner can use. 👉 What you’ll learn in this episode: ✅ Why defining your vision of success matters before you can truly “Enrich Your Empire.” ✅ How fewer than 10% of companies use their...
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Entrepreneurship as a Couple: Building a Business Together | with Parth and Krishna Kikani
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In this episode, I sit down with Parth and Krishna Kikani: a dynamic husband-and-wife duo building their legacy through entrepreneurship, real estate, and early childhood education. Owner-operators of the future Celebree School of Cross Creek Ranch, the Kikanis share how they’ve aligned their personal values, long-term family vision, and business strategy to create lasting generational wealth. Learn how Krishna’s transition from India to the U.S. shaped her entrepreneurial journey, and how Parth’s business experience fuels their shared ambition. You’ll discover: How couples can...
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Acquisition Entrepreneurship, Culture Building, and Franchise Growth with Adam Geisler
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In this episode of Enrich Your Empire, Richie Huffman sits down with Adam Geistler, co-founder of Youth Athletes United, to unpack the blueprint behind acquiring and scaling a purpose-driven franchise brand that now impacts over 400,000 children annually. Adam didn’t follow the traditional startup path. Instead, he embraced acquisition entrepreneurship, leveraging decades of experience in corporate sports brands like Everlast and Authentic Brands Group to acquire existing businesses and turn them into a thriving franchise system. Through brands like Soccer Stars, Amazing Athletes, and TGA...
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Leaving Corporate for Franchising: Lessons from Blo Blow Dry Bar’s CEO Vanessa Yakobson
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Ever wondered what it takes to leave the corporate world behind and build a thriving national franchise brand? This week on Enrich Your Empire, we sat down with Vanessa Yakobson, CEO of Blo Blow Dry Bar-one of North America’s leading beauty and wellness franchises. We explore Vanessa’s unconventional path from the corporate world and nonprofit fundraising into the fast-paced, high-stakes world of franchise ownership and franchise brand leadership. Vanessa shares how she transitioned into entrepreneurship through family influence, eventually taking the reins of Blo Blow Dry Bar and growing...
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How Real Estate Builds Generational Wealth: Introducing HWG Properties
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In this power-packed episode of Enrich Your Empire, Richie Huffman, Founder of Huffman Family Brands, sits down with CFO Allan Greenberg to unveil their newest venture: HWG Properties—a real estate investment arm designed to help Celebree franchisees, families, and investors build lasting wealth. Discover how this innovative model empowers entrepreneurs to invest in income-producing real estate, optimize their tax strategies, and create generational wealth. Richie and Alan dive deep into the benefits of owning vs. leasing, the importance of investing with discipline, and how HWG...
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Scaling your Startup as an Immigrant Entrepreneur
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Hear the inspiring entrepreneurial journey of Alex Filipuk, founder of Ideal Siding, in this must-listen episode of Enrich Your Empire with Richie Huffman. Learn how a computer science graduate from Belarus transformed his career from washing dishes to building a multi-million dollar franchise business in North America. Key Insights for Entrepreneurs: Overcoming immigrant challenges in business Digital marketing strategies for lead generation Franchise development and scaling techniques Mindset shifts for successful entrepreneurship Building a business from scratch with minimal...
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The Franchise Leader's Playbook for Rapid Business Growth
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As an entrepreneur, building a thriving franchise business requires a unique set of leadership skills and operational strategies. In this episode of Enrich Your Empire, you'll go behind the scenes with Mark Lubin, the Chief Development Officer of Celebree Enterprises, to uncover the secrets to their rapid franchise expansion. Learn how to take a proactive approach to talent acquisition and team alignment, ensuring your marketing, sales, construction, and real estate divisions work seamlessly together. Learn how to foster a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging constant feedback...
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Entrepreneurship & Parenting: How to Apply Business Strategies to Family Life
Enrich Your Empire with Richie Huffman
Great leaders don’t just build businesses—they build strong families. In this episode of Enrich Your Empire, Richie Huffman reveals how the same leadership, goal-setting, and strategic planning that drive business success can be applied to parenting and family life. Joined by his wife, Dawn Huffman, and guest host Sam Commodari, Richie discusses how business owners and family entrepreneurs can create a vision-driven household, maintain work-life balance, and ensure their family is aligned with their long-term goals. 🔹 Key Takeaways for Working Parents & Business Owners: How...
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Franchise Success Secrets from IFA President Matt Haller
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In this episode, Richie Huffman sits down with the President of the International Franchise Association (IFA), Matt Haller. This is a must-listen for any entrepreneur considering franchising their business, as well as current franchise owners looking to grow and improve their franchise system. Richie and Matt discuss the important role the IFA plays in protecting, enhancing and promoting franchising as a business model. He shares how the IFA educates and supports both franchisors and franchisees, helping them navigate the complexities of franchising and build successful businesses....
info_outlineIn this episode of the Richie Huffman Podcast, we unravel the hidden potential within your organization's most prized asset: your team. Today we're joined by Lisa Bricker, Chief Talent Officer of Celebree School, as we explore the pivotal connection between staff support, professional growth opportunities, and your business's success. From Career Pathways to Employee Investment Cycles, Bricker shares invaluable insights on employee recruitment and retention, and empowering your team to not only reach their greatest potential but also drive your company's growth to new heights. Listen now!