Jessi Walter Brelsford had a fantastic time speaking with Mike Halpern of Franchise QB Podcast. Find out how she took a concept and turned it into a fun experience for kids and adults. Hear the story of her brand’s growth over the past 17 years and how you can open your very own TBK Kitchen! #TasteBudsKitchen #LearnLaughCook #LetsGrow
🚨🎙️Joining us in the Franchise QB huddle today is Jessi Walter Brelsford, Founder and Chief Bud at Taste Buds Kitchen🎙️🚨 In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Jessi about her journey from Wall Street to entrepreneurship in the culinary entertainment industry. Jessi shares insights into her unique business model, the importance of creating memorable experiences for customers, and the growth of her franchise. The conversation covers various aspects of franchise ownership, including revenue streams, operational setup, and the support provided to franchisees. Jessi emphasizes the fun and engaging nature of her business, making it an attractive option for potential franchise owners. Takeaways -Jessi transitioned from finance to culinary entertainment -Taste Buds Kitchen focuses on creating fun cooking experiences -The business model emphasizes selling experiences, not just food -Franchisees benefit from a comprehensive support system -The average sale per event at Taste Buds Kitchen is over $1,000 -Jessi's leadership team includes experts in various fields -The franchise model allows for a mix of kids and adult classes -Community engagement is crucial for franchise success -Franchise owners can expect a timeline of 9-12 months to open -The average net operating income for franchisees is 31% 👉Watch: https://lnkd.in/e8u_s3cx 👉Listen: https://lnkd.in/eMFSUdiY Gaetano (Guy) Falzarano Jeffrey Brelsford Brandon Johnson Raymond Reichard FranDevCo #Franchising #Entrepreneurship #sidehustle #FranchiseOpportunities #franchiseconsultant #franchises #franx #smb #buyabusiness