FranChoice, Inc.

06/19/2026

Our FranChoice family is growing! With more than 25 years of experience spanning corporate leadership, startups, and multi-unit franchise ownership, Tyler Vermette knows that building a business is about much more than numbers—it’s about building the life you want. Today, the FranChoice consultant combines real-world experience with a genuine passion for people, helping aspiring entrepreneurs move forward with clarity, confidence, and a trusted guide by their side. Welcome Tyler!

Learn more about Tyler at https://www.franchoice.com/our-consultants/tyler-vermette/

06/16/2026

Help us in welcoming Mike Welch to the FranChoice family! After building and operating successful multi-unit franchise businesses with his family for more than two decades, Mike knows the life-changing impact business ownership can have across generations. Today, he is passionate about helping others discover whether entrepreneurship is the right path and guiding them toward building something they can truly call their own. Learn more about Mike Welch at https://www.franchoice.com/our-consultants/michael-welch/

For many people, the idea of owning a business begins with a simple question: Could I do this for myself? If you’ve built a successful career, led teams, solved problems, and created value for others, it’s only natural to wonder whether those same skills could help you build something of your ow...

06/12/2026

Nine seasons in the NHL taught Dave Moss what it takes to compete at the highest level—and he has brought that same championship mindset to building a successful multi-brand franchise portfolio. Today, the FranChoice consultant is helping others turn their own dreams of business ownership into a winning game plan. Learn more about Dave at https://www.franchoice.com/our-consultants/dave-moss/

Let's give a very warm welcome to Dave Moss!

06/09/2026

We are excited to introduce Chip Crutchfield, a FranChoice consultant and former Franchisee of the Year whose journey from first-time owner to successful multi-unit operator and exit gives him a unique perspective on what it takes to build a thriving business—and a passion for helping others turn the dream of business ownership into reality. Learn more about Chip at https://www.franchoice.com/our-consultants/chip-crutchfield/

Welcome to the FranChoice family Chip!

05/21/2026

We are thrilled to introduce Terry Rackley as a FranChoice Consultant!

Terry knows exactly what it takes to transition from the corporate world to franchise success. Having scaled operations across four states, he is now using his expertise to guide others through the FranChoice process.

You can read his full bio at https://www.franchoice.com/our-consultants/terry-rackley/

Drop a comment to say hello and help us welcome him to the FranChoice family!

04/15/2026

A huge welcome to Jordan Black, an award-winning multi-unit franchise owner and now FranChoice Consultant!

He brings real-world franchise experience and a no-pressure, education-first approach to every candidate he guides.

You can read his full bio at https://www.franchoice.com/our-consultants/jordan-black/

Drop a comment to say hello and help us welcome him to the FranChoice family!

04/08/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Russ Merbeth, a franchise success story turned FranChoice consultant!

With experience in the corporate world and a successful franchisee, he brings firsthand expertise to help entrepreneurs find their ideal path.

You can read his full bio at https://www.franchoice.com/our-consultants/russ-merbeth/

Drop a comment to say hello and help us welcome him to the FranChoice family!

02/25/2026

Many people think they need a franchise consultant for access to brands.

You don’t.

You need one for clarity.

After 25 years in franchising, we’ve seen something over and over again — the difference isn’t more options. It’s better alignment.

Working with a FranChoice, Inc. consultant means:

• Clarifying what you actually want
• Narrowing your focus
• Cutting through the noise
• Choosing a model that fits how you operate and how you want to live

Many of our consultants have built and led businesses themselves. We understand what ownership actually feels like — the responsibility, the leadership, the day-to-day decisions.

Franchise ownership isn’t about finding something impressive.

It’s about finding something that fits you.

That’s what experience brings to the table.

02/16/2026

Most franchise buyers don’t struggle because there aren’t enough options.

They struggle because there’s too much noise.

After 25 years in franchising, we’ve learned something important:

Clarity matters more than categories.

Many FranChoice consultants have built, led, or operated businesses themselves. We understand what ownership actually feels like — not just in theory, but in real life.

The real value of working with an experienced FranChoice consultant is structure.

• The process is centered on you
• Your motivations are clarified
• Your focus is narrowed
• Distractions are filtered out
• Decisions are made with confidence

Franchise ownership isn’t about finding something exciting.

It’s about understanding what excites you about owning a business.

It’s about selecting a model that fits how you operate, how you lead, and how you want to live.

That perspective comes from experience.

And experience compounds over 25 years.

01/30/2026

We recently introduced Leanna Rizkalla as one of the our newest consultants at FranChoice - now we’re back with a few quick “get to know her” highlights for a glimpse of who she is beyond the bio!
https://www.franchoice.com/leanna-rizkalla/

Q. One word your family and friends would describe you?
A. Intense!

Q. What book, podcast, or quote has shaped your approach to business?
A. The quote: Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway

Q. Coffee order: Simple and classic or wild and over-the-top?
A. Coffee with Protein Powder!

Q. Morning person or night owl — when do your best ideas hit?
A. Morning--very early morning

Q. If you could work from anywhere for a day, where are you going?
A. Back to Bali on the beach