Description

Kenneth Townsend is a multi-faceted individual who thrives in the corporate as well as the entrepreneurial world. Kenneth is a seasoned cybersecurity executive with over 20 years of experience across diverse industries and has become a trusted advisor, speaker, and leader in the cybersecurity community.

Kenneth has recently founded his cybersecurity firm where he provides tailored cyber advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses.

Beyond the technical world, Kenneth and his wife Angela own and operate two Robeks smoothie and juice restaurants in Plainfield and Orland Park, Illinois. Robeks is a place for unique and freshly prepared smoothies, juices, acai bowls and handcrafted toast.

In this episode, Dante and Kenneth discuss:

• Multiple Streams of Income
• Pros and Cons of Franchising
• Staffing Challenges
• Strategic Hiring and Delegation
• Mentorship and Real Estate

Key Takeaways: 

• Learn how franchising can accelerate business growth and maximize profits for new entrepreneurs
• Overcome staffing challenges in smoothie shops and ensure operational efficiency
• Discover the stability and potential returns of real estate as a lucrative investment option
• Implement strategic hiring strategies to drive business expansion and success
• Uncover the critical role of location in achieving business success and growth

“ You can do good on your job alone. There's no shame in just having your job, putting food on the table and having a long career. Entrepreneurship may or may not be for everybody. I just think it was just us. It kept nagging at us, "Hey, what is it that we should be doing?” - Kenneth Townsend

Connect with Kenneth Townsend:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenneth-townsend-cissp-7094734/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesmoothiecouple/ 

Facebook Plainfield: https://www.facebook.com/RobeksPlainfield/ 

Facebook OrlandPark: https://www.facebook.com/RobeksOrlandPark/ 

Email: angela.kenneth.townsend@robeks.net 

Connect with Dante Royster:

Website:https://www.danteroyster.com/

Epic Mortgage Website:Epic Mortgage, Inc. NMLS 1885086

Facebook:EpicMortgage1885086

Epic Mortgage Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/epicmortgage/

“The Ultimate Mortgage Guide” book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKTRWLRP

LinkedIn:Dante Royster | LinkedIn

Twitter:https://twitter.com/DanteRoyster

YouTube:Epic Spotlight 

Email: dante@epic.mortgage

Mission Statement: Epic Spotlight shines a light on the truths behind love, happiness, health, and wealth. Hosted by America’s Mortgage Expert and author Dante Royster, this podcast delivers bold insights to help you grow and build your most epic life.

The 9 states that Epic Mortgage is licensed are: Illinois/Indiana/Michigan/Colorado/Maryland/Virginia/Florida/Georgia/Texas

Show notes by Podcastologist: Angelo Paul Tagama

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