Our Story (Part 4)

The Deal Board

Andy and Jessica want to share the fourth part of the series that tells Transworld Business Advisors’ story with the listeners. In today’s episode, they are talking about 12 years of franchising up to the present day. Andy and Jessica interview some Hall of Famers and some original franchisees that came on board before Transworld even was Transworld. You can’t miss this series on Transworld’s story, especially this fourth part that describes the fantastic global brand Transworld has grown into.

Key takeaways:

[5:40] Andy introduces four people who have been with the brand almost from the beginning: Karen Christensen, Marshall Pollock, Jessica Fialkovich, and Michael Berry.

[7:15] Karen joined Transworld even before it had its name; she shares her story.

[11:02] Michael talks about his perspective on Transworld’s growth from the state of Indiana.

[12:33] Marshall tells what he saw when he first met Transworld.

[16:11] Jessica has been with Transworld for almost 10 years; she talks about her journey.

[18:35] Andy shares his recollection of major events at Transworld.

[19:45] Marshall talks about the moment in his early years with Transworld when he realized this was going to be a successful enterprise.

[21:46] Mike shares the memories of the early days with Transworld.

[23:05] Andy shares his very special story with Karen….

[26:46] Jessica shares what she thought at the beginning when she entered Transworld and how her commitment grew ever since.

[28:30] 2013 and ’14 were difficult years.

[29:34] What does Michael see in the future for Transworld?

[31:41] Marshall shares what he is looking forward to in Transworld Business Advisors.

[33:15] Jessica states: “Our best years are ahead.”

[34:26] Karen gives a piece of advice for future franchisees on Transworld.

[37:10] Andy shows his appreciation to the four Hall of Famers who joined this episode.

[38:02] Listing of the week: Johnathan Choe (Central Oregon) is selling a building materials business that has been operating for over 10 years; they own the real estate and do $12.5 million in revenue. They do $1.6 million in SDE. There are $600,000 in equipment and $2.7 million in inventory. The listing price is $4.5 million. The owner is ready to retire.

[40:27] Andy welcomes the top franchisees Jon Roman from Atlanta, Aaron Fox from Massachusett, and Al Fialkovich.

[41:01] Jon shares how he got involved with Transworld.

[42:28] Aaron talks about why he got involved with Transworld.

[43:49] Al shares how he got involved with Transworld.

[50:25] Aaron talks about his journey with Transworld.

[52:32] Al and Aaron assisted with each other’s wedding.

[54:36] What does Aaron enjoy most about being part of the Transworld family?

[56:20] Jon shares what he enjoys the most in his professional career.

[57:49] What is Aaron looking forward to in his business brokerage career?

[59:00] What is Jon looking forward to in the future?

[1:00:06] What is next for Al?

[1:02:17] Deal of the week: Chris Chip Redmond (Central Florida) sold an Asian restaurant. It will go through some renovations and will be ready to reopen its doors. The business was sold for $190,000. Email Chip at [e-mail] or call [phone].

[1:03:45] Listing of the week: Pam Vincent (DFW North Texas) is selling a live music cafe and bar located in a historical business in Dallas with $2.5 million in real estate; the business is priced at $100,000.

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