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BlastPoint Deep Dive PodcastAI Reshapes Loan Decisioning for Credit Unions Ready to LeadWelcome to the second episode of the BlastPoint Deep Dive Podcast!Artificial Intelligence is no longer just a buzzword—it’s a strategic asset that credit unions can no longer afford to ignore. While big banks and fintechs have been early adopters, credit unions are now tapping into the power of AI to make smarter lending decisions, uncover underserved markets, and better meet the evolving needs of their members.In this episode, we explore how AI is changing the landscape of credit union lending—not just by automating processes, but by enabling deeper understanding, better...2025-04-2210 min

BlastPoint Deep Dive PodcastBlastPoint Thought Leadership Series – Building Your AI Toolbox: A Pragmatic Approach to AI for BusinessWelcome to the BlastPoint Deep Dive Podcast! In this episode, Alison Alvarez, CEO of BlastPoint, kicks off our new thought leadership series with a candid, clear-eyed perspective on how businesses can responsibly harness the power of AI. She urges leaders to treat AI not as a magic wand, but as a tool—one that demands critical thinking, careful oversight, and ethical consideration.Alison compares AI to an unreliable coworker—often helpful, occasionally wrong, and always in need of supervision. She dives into the risks of blindly trusting AI outputs, including the hidden biases baked into training data...2025-04-0709 min

BlastPoint Deep Dive PodcastAI-Driven Checking Account Growth: A Credit Union's Success StoryWelcome to the second episode of the BlastPoint Deep Dive Podcast!In this episode, we explore winning strategies for increasing checking account engagement using AI-driven insights. Join Taylor Malm, Digital Marketing Specialist at P1FCU, and Tomer Borenstein, BlastPoint’s CTO & Co-Founder, as they share exclusive expertise on how financial institutions are leveraging data to drive growth.You'll learn: ✅ Why leading institutions are investing in the Checking Account Propensity Model—and how it’s transforming member acquisition. ✅ How AI-powered insights fuel business growth—with real-world applications that deliver measurable results. ✅ The top challenges in checking ac...2025-03-1715 min

BlastPoint Deep Dive PodcastHow Financial Institutions Can Gain a Competitive Edge with External DataWelcome to the second episode of the BlastPoint Deep Dive Podcast! In this episode, we explore the growing importance of external data in the financial industry. While banks and credit unions have traditionally relied on internal data, today’s rapidly evolving landscape demands a broader, more strategic approach. By leveraging external data—such as market trends, economic indicators, and consumer behavior—financial institutions can make more informed decisions, enhance personalization, and strengthen their competitive positioning.Join us as we discuss:The most valuable external data sources for financial institutionsHow external insights can drive smarter decision-making and gr...2025-03-0317 min

BlastPoint Deep Dive PodcastThe Crucial Link: How Energy Burden and Engagement Impact Customer SatisfactionWelcome to the second episode of the BlastPoint Deep Dive Podcast! In this episode, we'll delve into Energy burden, the percentage of household income spent on energy costs, which is more than just a financial metric—it’s a window into the struggles many utility customers face daily. High energy burden disproportionately affects low-income households, leading to difficult trade-offs between energy bills and essential needs like food, healthcare, and education. For utility companies, addressing energy burden isn’t just a matter of social responsibility—it’s directly tied to customer satisfaction (CSAT) and engagement. High-burden households often demonstrate significantly different...2025-02-1126 min

BlastPoint Deep Dive PodcastAccelerate Liquidity: Top Deposit-Growth Strategies for Credit UnionsDid you know that a 2023 NCUA report revealed that deposit growth at credit unions slowed to just 2.2%. As rising interest rates and intense competition put pressure on liquidity, 34% of marketers are prioritizing strategies to grow deposits and strengthen member relationships.In this episode, we explore actionable tactics to address these challenges and drive deposit growth effectively.Download the Credit Union Benchmark ReportTo empower credit unions with data-driven insights, BlastPoint’s Credit Union Member Deposits Benchmark Report reveals essential trends and benchmarks that can inform strategies for boosting deposits and accelerating liquidity. Download th...2024-12-0912 min

BlastPoint Deep Dive PodcastUnlocking Customer Value: The Game-Changing Power of Income Data in Service ProvisionIn this episode, we explore the challenges and opportunities in utilizing modeled income data to drive impact and support vulnerable populations. Learn how this data helps identify and target underserved communities while overcoming its inherent limitations. Plus, stay tuned for upcoming episodes where we’ll dive into breaking down barriers for low-income customers, personalized outreach strategies, and predictive tools like the Energy Burden Index to forecast payment challenges. Don’t miss out on this insightful journey into data-driven solutions for financial inclusion!Visit our website at https://blastpoint.com/ to learn more about what BlastPoint can do for...2024-11-2609 min

BlastPoint Deep Dive PodcastUnderstanding Customer Motivations: The Key to Effective Energy Efficiency Campaigns and strategiesDid you know that 60% of consumers are more likely to participate in energy efficiency programs when they understand the personal and community benefits associated with energy savings? In this episode, we dive into how understanding customer motivations can boost program enrollment up to 18.9%. Discover the psychological drivers behind decision-making and the power of tailored messaging. Plus, insights from BlastPoint Benchmarks highlight. Join us for actionable insights on how understanding customer motivations can unlock the full potential of your energy efficiency programs. If you're aiming to boost enrollment and engagement, this episode is packed with valuable tips!2024-11-0616 min

BlastPoint Deep Dive PodcastEnhance Wallet Share with AI-Powered Solutions and Personalized Member EngagementWelcome to the second episode of the BlastPoint Deep Dive Podcast! In this episode, we dive into how AI can boost wallet share by increasing engagement by 271%, and driving a 2.8 times rise in product adoption. We’ll dive into:How AI-powered solutions can drive a 271% increase in engagement and 2.8x product adoption for credit unions.The benefits of personalized member engagement and how it boosts share of wallet.Why targeting existing members yields a 70% return on initiatives, compared to just 10% for new members.Join us for actionable insights and learn how AI can unlock the full potential of c...2024-10-2208 min

BlastPoint Deep Dive PodcastPredicting Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) at the Household LevelWelcome to the first episode of the BlastPoint Deep Dive Podcast! In this episode, we explore how AI can predict customer satisfaction and transform the way businesses engage with their customers. We’ll dive into:How AI helps identify key drivers of customer happinessPractical ways businesses can use AI to improve service and reduce churnReal-world examples of AI in action, showing how data-driven solutions boost customer satisfactionJoin us for actionable insights and learn how AI can unlock the full potential of customer intelligence. If you're looking to enhance customer experience and retention, this episode is pa...2024-10-0410 min

Work-Life Balance RadioPillars of Franchising: A New Era of growth for Neighborly franchisees and beyondTopic: Molly Maid - A New Era of growth for franchisees of Neighborly and beyond. Broadcast Date: April 25th, 2019 at 5:00p Est/4:00P Cen/3:00p Mtn/2:00p PacJoin co-hosts Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, Fred McMurray of Westvyne and Holly A Ford of Zarian Firm International as they discuss a new Era of growth for franchisees of Neighborly , ongoing franchisee development, financing, franchise accounting, purchasing, growing your franchise, improving your franchisee performance, brand positioning, expanding franchise concepts, franchisee marketing, legal issues, franchisor marketing and selling your franchise and with Mary Kay Liston, CFE, Pr...2019-04-251h 59

Work-Life Balance RadioWisdom Senior Care – Sustainable solutions for our seniors! – Pillars of FranchisingTopic: Wisdom Senior Care - Sustainable solutions for our seniors! Broadcast Date: April 11th, 2019 at 5:00p Est/4:00P Cen/3:00p Mtn/2:00p PacJoin host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne and Holly A Ford of Zarian Firm International, discuss How Wisdom Senior Care create sustainable solutions for our seniors, ongoing franchisee development, financing, franchise accounting, purchasing, growing your franchise, brand positioning, expanding franchise concepts, franchisee marketing, legal issues, franchisor marketing, , expanding and selling your franchise with Carolyn Thurston CEO of Wisdom Senior Care.. Our 2nd guest is .Ou...2019-04-111h 47

Pillars of FranchisingWisdom Senior Care – Sustainable solutions for our seniors! Creating Sustainable solutions for our seniors!Topic: Wisdom Senior Care - Sustainable solutions for our seniors! Broadcast Date: April 11th, 2019 at 5:00p Est/4:00P Cen/3:00p Mtn/2:00p PacJoin host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne and Holly A Ford of Zarian Firm International, discuss How Wisdom Senior Care create sustainable solutions for our seniors, ongoing franchisee development, financing, franchise accounting, purchasing, growing your franchise, brand positioning, expanding franchise concepts, franchisee marketing, legal issues, franchisor marketing, , expanding and selling your franchise with Carolyn Thurston CEO of Wisdom Senior Care.. Our 2nd guest is Kelly Krieger, Fu...2019-04-111h 47

Pillars of FranchisingRascal House Franchising a Cleveland favorite!Topic: Rascal House - Franchising a Cleveland favorite! Broadcast Date: March 28st, 2019 at 5:00p EstHost Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne, discuss was the 1980 Cleveland hair spray and spandex manufacturer sales rise in 1980 partially caused by the founding of Rascal House by Mike & Fouly Frangos, ongoing franchisee development, financing, franchise accounting, purchasing, growing your franchise, brand positioning, expanding franchise concepts, franchisee marketing, legal issues, franchisor marketing, , expanding and selling your franchise with Niko Frangos. Our 2nd guest is Harold Kestenbaum, Franchise Attorney. Be prepared for the topic of To...2019-04-041h 38

Pillars of FranchisingDomestic violence awareness franchisee stories! Domestic violence awareness franchisee stories!Topic: Franchisees domestic violence awareness stories! How Molly Maid franchisees are making a difference.Host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne, discuss franchisee development, financing, franchise accounting, purchasing, growing your franchise, brand positioning, expanding your franchise concepts, franchisee marketing, legal issues, franchisor marketing, , expanding and selling your franchise.Special co-host, Holly A Ford, womansplains women in franchising domestic violence awareness experiences in franchising topics with Ray and Fred as they interview Kristin Selmeczy . Holly will womansplain to Ray and Fred and our male listeners what it is like being a woman...2019-03-281h 26

Pillars of FranchisingWomen in Franchising Women discuss their careers in the franchising industryJoin special co-host, Holly A Ford of Zarian Firm International, as she discusses with our special panel of women in franchising their experiences in franchising. Holly will womansplain to Ray and Fred and our male listeners what it is like being a woman in business.Join Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne every Thursday as they discuss how to be successful at financing, purchasing, developing, brand positioning, complementary branding, expanding and selling your franchise.Guests:Carolyn Thurston - CEO - Wisdom Senior Care . Cassie Zimmerman, Maria Parrella-Turco, A...2019-03-211h 54

Linked Local Broadcast NetworkFranchise law – What you need to know!Topic: Franchise law – What you need to know! What you don’t know can hurt you. Original Broadcast – March 14, 2019 Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne, as they discuss how to be successful at financing, purchasing, developing, brand positioning, franchise law issues, marketing, expanding and selling your franchise. Our guests: Adam Wasch , Partner at Wasch Raines LLP Michael Ciccarelli, Franchise Executive-Helping People Achieve Their Goals Through Franchise Ownership Also, a new segment fr...2019-03-141h 48

Linked Local Broadcast NetworkSign, Sign, Sign everywhere a Sign franchise? When is a sign franchise not a sign franchise?Topic: Sign, Sign, Sign everywhere a Sign franchise! When is a sign franchise not a sign franchise? Join Host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne, discuss franchise development, financing, franchise accounting, purchasing, growing your franchise, brand positioning, expanding your franchise concepts, franchisee marketing, legal issues, franchisor marketing, complementary branding, expanding and selling your franchise. Our guest: Mike Sobel, CEO of Mark Your Space. Also, Holly A Ford discusses her latest topic – Add the Lip-gloss – Preparing your Business for Resale ...2019-01-241h 02

TechVibe RadioIAM Robotics, BlastPoint and Tech Elevator Take TechVibe by StormWe're talking to IAM Robotics about its $20 million raise. Find out how BlastPoint uses location and mapping to combine data from dozens of sources to give insights that would otherwise be overlooked. TechElevator is graduating first-class coders with all of the right skills. Find out who's hiring the talent and how you can be part of the next cohort. Tune in...Geek out!2019-01-1400 min

Pillars of FranchisingFranchise Ownership Adventures Learn what successful franchisees do to be successfulTopic: Adventures in Franchise Ownership. Learn what successful franchisees do to be successfulGuest: Christ Wlson-DelkJoin Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne every Thursday as they discuss how to be successful at financing, purchasing, developing, brand positioning, complementary branding, expanding and selling your franchise.Interested in buying a franchise? Complete the form at https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com/buying-franchise-mba/ and receive a free copy of the Franchise MBA!Listen live on Thursdays at 5p Est at https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com or call in to 323-580-5...2018-12-131h 10

Podcast Archives - Pillars of FranchisingUnderstanding franchise buyer big data Understanding franchise buyer big data, and Future Bet - Deconstruction of the ROI.Topic: Understanding franchise buyer big data, and Future Bet – Deconstruction of the ROI. Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne, as they discuss Understanding franchise buyer big data with our Guest: Tomer Borenstein, co-founder and CTO of Blastpoint. Holly A Ford discusses Future Bet: The Deconstruction […] The post Understanding franchise buyer big data appeared first on Pillars of Franchising.2018-11-291h 02

Ray Pillar Archives - Pillars of FranchisingUnderstanding franchise buyer big data Understanding franchise buyer big data, and Future Bet - Deconstruction of the ROI.Topic: Understanding franchise buyer big data, and Future Bet – Deconstruction of the ROI. Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne, as they discuss Understanding franchise buyer big data with our Guest: Tomer Borenstein, co-founder and CTO of Blastpoint. Holly A Ford discusses Future Bet: The Deconstruction […] The post Understanding franchise buyer big data appeared first on Pillars of Franchising.2018-11-291h 02

Radio Archives - Pillars of FranchisingUnderstanding franchise buyer big data Understanding franchise buyer big data, and Future Bet - Deconstruction of the ROI.Topic: Understanding franchise buyer big data, and Future Bet – Deconstruction of the ROI. Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne, as they discuss Understanding franchise buyer big data with our Guest: Tomer Borenstein, co-founder and CTO of Blastpoint. Holly A Ford discusses Future Bet: The Deconstruction […] The post Understanding franchise buyer big data appeared first on Pillars of Franchising.2018-11-291h 02

Pillars of FranchisingUnderstanding franchise buyer big data Understanding franchise buyer big data, and Future Bet - Deconstruction of the ROI.Topic: Who buys in a franchisees geographic area? Understanding franchise buyer big data and Future Bet, deconstruction of the ROI.Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Mediavine Marketing, as they discuss Understanding franchise buyer big data with Tomer Borenstein, co-founder and CTO of Blastpoint. Holly A Ford discusses Future Bet - Deconstruction of the The ROI. Live Thursdays at 5p Est. Listen live at https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com Call in with questions at 323-589-5755.2018-11-291h 02

Fred McMurray Archives - Pillars of FranchisingUnderstanding franchise buyer big data Understanding franchise buyer big data, and Future Bet - Deconstruction of the ROI.Topic: Understanding franchise buyer big data, and Future Bet – Deconstruction of the ROI. Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne, as they discuss Understanding franchise buyer big data with our Guest: Tomer Borenstein, co-founder and CTO of Blastpoint. Holly A Ford discusses Future Bet: The Deconstruction […] The post Understanding franchise buyer big data appeared first on Pillars of Franchising.2018-11-291h 02

Linked Local Broadcast NetworkA Thanksgiving Franchise show A Thanksgiving Franchise showTopic: Thanksgiving Franchise show, a cornucopia of franchise news. The first part of our Thanksgiving 2018 show Fred McMurray discusses franchise news with Holly A Ford . Next host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne, discuss franchise development, financing, franchise accounting, purchasing, growing your franchise, brand positioning, expanding your franchise concepts, franchisee marketing, legal issues, franchisor marketing, complementary branding, expanding and selling your franchise. Michael Silva-Nash “God is my witness I thought turkeys could fly.” – Arthur Carlson. Michael Silva-Nash – EVP Molly Maid of Greater Little Rock & Northwest Arkansas. 2018-11-2253 min

Linked Local Broadcast NetworkPillars of Franchising: Real estate practices for the Successful franchise ownerTopic: Real estate practices for the Successful franchise owner. Host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne, discuss franchise development, financing, franchise accounting, purchasing, growing your franchise, brand positioning, expanding your franchise concepts, Real estate practices, franchisee marketing, legal issues, franchisor marketing, complementary branding, expanding and selling your franchise. Guests: Elaine Vakalopoulos, Your Franchise Options. Rich Lebrun, LeBrun Advisory Group Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580...2018-09-201h 13

Pillars of FranchisingSpelling Success with the Franchise Dictionary magazine Learn the ABC's of franchising from the Franchise Dictionary magazineTopic: Spelling Success with the Franchise DictionaryGuest: Jill Abrahamsen, Editor-in-Chief, Franchise Dictionary Magazine.Join Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne every Thursday as they discuss how to be successful at financing, purchasing, developing, brand positioning, complementary branding, expanding and selling your franchise.Interested in buying a franchise? Complete the form at https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com/buying-franchise-mba/ and receive a free copy of the Franchise MBA!Listen live on Thursdays at 5p Est at https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com or call in to 323-580-5755 2018-09-131h 00

Pillars of FranchisingCanadian franchising vs USA franchising – How are they different? Canadian franchising vs USA franchisingTopic: Canada vs USA - How is franchising different?Guests: Marisa Allen, The Franchise Concierge and Faizun Kamal, UNCOMMON Franchise Consultant at The Franchise Consulting CompanyJoin Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne every Thursday as they discuss how to be successful at financing, purchasing, developing, brand positioning, complementary branding, expanding and selling your franchise.Interested in buying a franchise? Complete the form at https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com/buying-franchise-mba/ and receive a free copy of the Franchise MBA!Listen live on Thursdays at 5p Est at...2018-09-061h 14

Going Deep with Aaron Watson334 Startup Exits, America’s Moneyball City, and Your Phone’s Geo-Tracking w/ Alison AlvarezAlison Alvarez knows a lot about a lot. In just 30 minutes, she taught me about Charleston, West Virginia, the power of geo-tracking, and how she does market research. We didn’t even get into Japanese literature. Alison is the CEO and co-founder of BlastPoint. She has spent years building big data tools for large companies and became convinced that more affordable and accessible solutions should exist. She has emerged as an expert consultant regarding large geospatial data systems, lecturing around the country to teach people how to use d...2018-08-1533 min

Linked Local Broadcast NetworkPillars of Franchising: Franchise leadership development. How can you transition from being an everyday manager to a phenomenal leader?Topic: Franchise leadership development. How can you transition from being an everyday manager to a phenomenal leader? Host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne, discuss franchise development, financing, franchise accounting, purchasing, growing your franchise, brand positioning, expanding your franchise concepts, Franchise leadership development, franchisee marketing, legal issues, franchisor marketing, complementary branding, expanding and selling your franchise. Guest: Dr. Maria Malayter, professor of business psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in...2018-07-2655 min

Linked Local Broadcast NetworkPillars of Franchising: Your franchise financing is critical Your franchise financing is critical.Topic: Selecting and Growing your franchise and how your franchise financing is critical. Join Host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne, discuss franchise development, financing, franchise accounting, purchasing, growing your franchise, brand positioning, expanding your franchise concepts, franchisee marketing, legal issues, franchisor marketing, complementary branding, expanding and selling your franchise. Pillars 1 is Selecting the Right Opportunity. Pillar 3 is How to Grow your franchise opportunity. Guests: Bill Allen Turp Ricketts Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4...2018-06-281h 05

Pillars of FranchisingHow does Entrepreneur's Source assist buyers of franchises with Robert Hyde? How can Entrepreneurs Source helps you be a Successful franchisTopic: How does Entrepreneur's Source assist buyers of franchises?Guest: Robert Hyde, Regional Developer, The Entrepreneur's Source.Join Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne every Thursday as they discuss how to be successful at financing, purchasing, developing, brand positioning, complementary branding, expanding and selling your franchise.Robert Hyde took on a much larger franchising opportunity and invested in The Entrepreneur's Source as the Regional Developer in 2007. He had a strong belief in small business and wanted to pay forward some of the lessons/expertise he learned in...2018-06-0744 min

Linked Local Broadcast NetworkDifferent ways to grow and sell your franchise Different ways to grow & eventually sell your franchiseTopics: Different ways to grow and sell your franchise. Original Broadcast Date: Thursday, May 15th, 2018 Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne, as they discuss how to be successful at discuss franchisee development, financing, franchise accounting, purchasing, growing your franchise, brand positioning, expanding your franchise concepts, franchisee marketing, legal issues, franchisor marketing, grow and sell your franchise with, Guests: Steven P. Eschbach of Tranword Business Advisors Lonnie Helgerson Five Pennies: Ten Rules to Successfully Build a Franchise Mega-Brand and Max...2018-05-181h 07

Pillars of FranchisingDifferent ways to grow and sell your franchise Different ways to grow & eventually sell your franchiseRay Pillar and his co-host Fred McMurray discuss the pillars of running a successful franchise. This week topics: 1.) Growing your franchise. 2.) Selling your franchise. Today we have expanded the show to an hour to accommodate 2 great guests.Thursday, May 15th, 2018 - Different ways to grow your franchise.Guests: Steven P. Eschbach of Tranword Business Advisors & Lonnie Helgeron author of the bestselling book in franchising Five Pennies: Ten Rules to Successfully Build a Franchise Mega-Brand and Maximize System Profits. Interested in buying a franchise? Complete the form at https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com/buying-franchise-mba/ and receive a free...2018-05-181h 07

Pillars of FranchisingGrowing your husband-wife franchise. A UPS Story Growing your husband-wife franchise.Growing your husband-wife franchise. . The Jane & Brent Kostiw UPS Platinum store story.Guest: Jane and Brent Kostiw, Join Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne every Thursday as they discuss how to be successful at financing, purchasing, developing, brand positioning, complementary branding, expanding and selling your franchise.Interested in buying a franchise? Complete the form at https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com/buying-franchise-mba/ and receive a free copy of the Franchise MBA!Listen live on Thursdays at 5p Est at https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com or call in to 323-5...2018-04-2645 min

Pillars of FranchisingThe Molly Maid Chronicles follow up What made Molly Maid the right choice?Topic The Molly Chronicles follow up. Selecting the right opportunity – What made Molly Maid the right choice?Join Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne every Thursday as they discuss how to be successful at financing, purchasing, developing, brand positioning, complementary branding, expanding and selling your franchise.Interested in buying a franchise? Complete the form at https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com/buying-franchise-mba/ and receive a free copy of the Franchise MBA!Listen live on Thursdays at 5p Est at https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com or call in to 323-580-5755 2018-04-1245 min

Pillars of FranchisingHow does Customer experience affect your business? How do Customer experience your business?Topic: How do Customer experience your business? Seeing your franchise through your customers' eyes.Join Ray Pillar, CEO of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and his co-host Fred McMurray in Shell Beach, California as they discuss the pillars of running a successful franchise. Ray has built one of the top Molly Maid franchises in the USA. He brings his knowledge of what it takes to grow a successful franchise. Fred brings his many years of asking annoying questions about marketing and business to franchise and business owners and his obsession for marketing.Guest: Kathy Doering, President and CEO, A...2018-03-2942 min

Pillars of FranchisingFranchise King, How do I determine the correct franchise for you! Determining the correct franchise for you!Join Ray Pillar, CEO of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and his co-host Fred McMurray in Shell Beach, California as they discuss the pillars of running a successful franchise. Ray has built one of the top Molly Maid franchises in the USA. He brings his knowledge of what it takes to grow a successful franchise. Fred brings his many years of asking annoying questions about marketing and business to franchise and business owners and his obsession for marketing. Thursday, March 8th’s topic: How do I find the correct franchise for you!Today’s guest is: Joel Libava, ?The F...2018-03-1545 min

Linked Local Broadcast NetworkPillars of Franchising: Balancing work life as a successful franchise owner and Ice hockey MomTopic: Balancing work life as a successful franchise owner and Ice hockey Mom Host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne, discuss franchise development, financing, franchise accounting, purchasing, growing your franchise, brand positioning, expanding your franchise concepts, franchisee marketing, legal issues, franchisor marketing, complementary branding, balancing work life, expanding and selling your franchise. Today’s guest is: Kristin Selmeczy, Owner of Molly Maid Bloomingdale, Ice hockey mom, PTA President Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-5...2018-03-0846 min

Linked Local Broadcast NetworkPillars of Franchising: What does a financial audit reveal about a successful franchise?Today’s topic: What does a financial audit reveal to a successful franchise? Host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville, and co-host Fred McMurray of Westvyne, discuss franchise development, financing and financial audit, franchise accounting, purchasing, growing your franchise, brand positioning, expanding your franchise concepts, franchisee marketing, legal issues, franchisor marketing, complementary branding, expanding and selling your franchise. Guest : Ronald Silberstein CPA CFE, Chief Value-adder/Consultant at Alron Group, LLC, Founder of FranCPA, PLLC Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in...2018-03-0147 min

The Pitchwerks PodcastPitchwerks #73 - Tomer Borenstein | Blastpoint.ioThis week: a fun show with Tomer Borenstein, the CTO of Blastpoint, a Pittsburgh startup that specializes in providing usefully packaged geospatial data for people who need it. Â Economic development agencies, public utilities, franchisors and franchisees, car dealers and many, many more can use this kind of data to study their markets and devise strategic plans to serve them. Â Tomer and Scot also discuss the process the company followed in building its price schedule, a question that Scot gets from startups all the time. Â 2018-02-2800 min

TechVibe RadioDemo Day 2017: Module, ZaaBox & BlastPoint 2017-06-0900 min