Franchise Advisory Board | Expert Franchising Advice for Franchise Leaders Alternative funding sources in franchising
Jul 3, 2023
42:51
Welcome to "The Advisory Board Podcast with Dave Hansen: Season 3"! In this episode, we have an exciting guest host, Lowry Akers, Founder/CEO of Briidge Syndicates, who brings his expertise in franchising and alternative funding strategies. Whether you're an aspiring franchisee or a franchisor looking for new insights, this podcast is packed with valuable information. So sit back, relax, and join us on this enlightening journey into the franchising landscape!
Lowry lives in Utah with his wife, 3 children, and their dog. He has been in the franchise industry since 2016. Lowry spent 3 years with a multi-unit franchisee of Jimmy John's before joining the nation’s fastest-growing franchisor (Crumbl Cookies) where he spent 2 years managing new franchise onboarding, buildout & construction, and franchise development. Prior to franchising, Lowry spent 4 years in tech sales (both B2B and B2C). He reviews and has organized multiple franchise-focused and tech-focused private equity deals (raised over $2M).
- Discover alternative funding strategies in franchising, including syndication and Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs).
- Learn the key factors for success in franchising: knowledge and experience, hard work, and adequate capital.
- Explore investor structure and returns in franchising, with potential ongoing ownership, cash flow, and quicker returns compared to real estate investments.
Lowry lives in Utah with his wife, 3 children, and their dog. He has been in the franchise industry since 2016. Lowry spent 3 years with a multi-unit franchisee of Jimmy John's before joining the nation’s fastest-growing franchisor (Crumbl Cookies) where he spent 2 years managing new franchise onboarding, buildout & construction, and franchise development. Prior to franchising, Lowry spent 4 years in tech sales (both B2B and B2C). He reviews and has organized multiple franchise-focused and tech-focused private equity deals (raised over $2M).