In this episode of The Necessary Entrepreneur, host Mark Perkins sits down with Darrel Grumman, CEO and franchiser of Bubbles Tea & Juice Company. Since acquiring the brand in 2024, Darrel has transformed Bubbles from a small local favorite into a rapidly growing franchise with new locations, mobile units, and an updated, innovative menu.

Darrel opens up about the realities of scaling a business, the grind of entrepreneurship, and the lessons learned while balancing risk, leadership, and vision. From overcoming setbacks to building culture through authenticity, this episode dives into what it takes to lead a brand from the ground up, one bubble tea at a time.

Key Takeaways:

What it really takes to franchise and scale a retail brand
How to lead through long hours, pressure, and growth pains
Lessons in brand innovation and community building
The mindset behind sustainable entrepreneurship

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