Find Your Perfect Franchise Today on This AI-Optimized Marketplace (Live Demo!) | Alex Smereczniak
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#643 Ever wonder how to find — or even build — the perfect franchise without wasting months in research or getting pressured by brokers? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Alex Smereczniak, founder of Franzy, a “Zillow for franchises” that uses AI to match aspiring business owners with the right opportunities. Alex shares how his journey from college laundry startup to a $100M venture-backed company inspired him to revolutionize the franchise buying process. You’ll learn how Franzy eliminates massive broker fees, empowers buyers with transparency and data, and helps franchisors find better partners — all while offering free, hands-on coaching!
What we discuss with Alex:
+ Alex’s journey from college startup to franchise tech founder
+ How Franzy uses AI to match entrepreneurs with ideal franchises
+ The problems with traditional franchise brokers
+ Why franchising can be a smarter path to entrepreneurship
+ Financial prep: what you really need to start a franchise
+ The “Franzy Fit Score” and how it simplifies decision-making
+ New financing options like ROBS rollovers
+ How franchisors benefit from more qualified, transparent leads
+ Real talk: pros, cons, and misconceptions about franchising
+ Alex’s mission to democratize business ownership
Thank you, Alex!
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