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MasterMind Minutes by Franchise Growth Solutions

Gary Occhiogrosso

Booking Overview

This short-form interview show focuses on franchising, franchise growth, leadership, and business strategy, typically featuring CEOs, senior franchise executives, franchisors, and M&A professionals answering one focused question. PR agencies could credibly pitch experienced franchisors, franchise development leaders, franchise owners, franchise consultants, and executives with expertise in scaling, culture, operations, or transactions; booking difficulty is medium because guests are established industry leaders but generally accessible through professional networks.

Metrics

Episodes: 74

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 359 subscribers

Instagram: 2.4k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

info@frangrow.com

gary@frangrow.com

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Host

Gary Occhiogrosso - Managing Partner at Franchise Growth Solutions, focused on franchise growth and development.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
CEOs, founders, senior franchise development executives, franchisors, experienced franchisees, franchise investors, and M&A or private equity advisors with substantial operating, scaling, investment, or transaction experience.
Required Achievements:  
Scaled franchise systems across multiple markets, Led or founded franchise brands, Held senior executive roles in franchising, Advised on mergers, acquisitions, investments, or exits, Built substantial experience as a franchisee, franchisor, investor, or supplier

Recent Guest Discussions

Michael Haith - Franchise Leadership, Team Building, Franchisee Empowerment, Brand Growth, And Lessons From Operating And Investing In Franchise Systems.

Patrick Galleher - Private Equity, Mergers And Acquisitions, Franchisor Exits, Enterprise Value, Strategic Growth, And Preparing Franchise Brands For Investment.

Vinny Provenzano - People-driven Franchise Models, Franchise Development, Candidate Screening, Operational Systems, Compliance, And Domestic And International Growth.

Arif Abdulla - International Franchise Expansion, Organizational Culture, Franchisee Support, Leadership, And Selecting Successful Franchisees.

Alexandra Spitz - Scaling A Purpose-driven Franchise, Women’s Entrepreneurship, Franchisee Success, And Growing A Specialized Local Concept Into A National Brand.

Recent Topics

Franchising, Franchise Development, Franchise Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Mergers Acquisitions

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
MasterMind Minutes by Franchise Growth Solutions
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WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN WORKING IN THE BUSINESS AND WORKING ON THE BUSINESS?

August 18, 2026

Are you working non-stop in your business, solving every daily problem, but unable to step away without everything falling apart? If your business can’t run without you, you don’t own a business; you own a job.In this episode of MasterMind Minutes, we sit down with Mike DeJong, author of Grow Smart, multi-business owner, and operations expert with over a decade in franchising and experience leading 1,500+ corporate locations.Mike breaks down how entrepreneurs can escape the "Operator Trap," t...

WHY FRANCHISING HAS BECOME THE TOP CHOICE FOR WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS? / Masterminds Minutes 2026

August 12, 2026

In this episode of Mastermind Minutes, Gary sits down with Alexandra Spitz, Founder and CEO of New Mom School, the only franchise concept of its kind dedicated to postpartum education, support, and community for new mothers. Named to the Inc. Female Founders 500, Alex transformed a local motherhood support program into a rapidly growing national brand serving thousands of mothers across multiple states. Join us as Alex shares valuable insights on:Building and scaling a purpose-driven business...

HOW DO YOU KEEP YOUR COMPANY CULTURE ALIVE AS YOU SCALE?/ Masterminds Minutes

August 12, 2026

In this episode of Mastermind Minutes, Gary sits down with Arif Abdulla, Vice President of Franchise Development at Nurse Next Door. With nearly 20 years of experience, Arif has played a pivotal role in growing the brand from a single location in Vancouver to more than 400 franchise locations across North America, the United Kingdom, and Australia.Join us as Arif shares valuable insights on:Building and scaling an international franchise systemExpanding into new markets and the lessons learne...

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Frequently asked questions

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MasterMind Minutes by Franchise Growth Solutions
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How do I get in touch with MasterMind Minutes by Franchise Growth Solutions?

MasterMind Minutes by Franchise Growth Solutions is hosted by Gary Occhiogrosso. Its publicly listed emails are info@frangrow.com and gary@frangrow.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for MasterMind Minutes by Franchise Growth Solutions?

The publicly listed emails for MasterMind Minutes by Franchise Growth Solutions: info@frangrow.com and gary@frangrow.com.

How many listeners does MasterMind Minutes by Franchise Growth Solutions have?

Podseeker estimates MasterMind Minutes by Franchise Growth Solutions reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for MasterMind Minutes by Franchise Growth Solutions?

MasterMind Minutes by Franchise Growth Solutions typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: CEOs, founders, senior franchise development executives, franchisors, experienced franchisees, franchise investors, and M&A or private equity advisors with substantial operating, scaling, investment, or transaction experience. Common among recent guests: Scaled franchise systems across multiple markets; Led or founded franchise brands; Held senior executive roles in franchising. Recent guests include Michael Haith, Patrick Galleher, and Vinny Provenzano.

How hard is it to get booked on MasterMind Minutes by Franchise Growth Solutions?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does MasterMind Minutes by Franchise Growth Solutions cover?

Recent episodes cover Franchising, Franchise Development, Franchise Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Mergers Acquisitions. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

info@frangrow.com

gary@frangrow.com

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