Franchise Whispering
Franchise Whispering is the podcast from Franchise Marketing News that goes beyond the headlines to explore what’s really shaping growth in franchising today.
Hosted by FMN Board member Bob McKay, CEO of McKay Advertising and Activation, each episode features candid conversations with franchisors, franchise executives, marketers, operators, and industry insiders who are driving innovation across franchise marketing, development, and brand strategy. From scaling systems and supporting franchisees to navigating emerging technology, consumer behavior shifts, and industry change, Franchise Whispering delivers real insight from the people inside the business.
This is not surface-level commentary or recycled advice. It’s a thoughtful, experience-driven discussion designed for franchise leaders who want to understand not just what is happening in the industry, but why it matters and what to do next.
New voices. Real stories. Smarter franchise marketing.
Episodes
12 episodes
Franchise Whispering - "The Menu is the Marketing": Navigating Franchise Growth & Local Autonomy with Ashley Mitchell
Franchise Whispering - Rescuing an Iconic Brand - The Hooters Turnaround & Franchise Leadership with Neil Kiefer
Franchise Whispering - Selling the Franchise Dream with Purpose & Empathy with Kelli Schroeder
Franchise Whispering - The Fractional CMO Solution: Taming Franchise Marketing Chaos with Liane Caruso
Franchise Whispering - Empowering Youth Sports & Mastering Franchise Marketing with Madison Gates
Franchise Whispering - Reinventing Icons & The Courage Barometer with Kevin Keith
Franchise Whispering - Major League Marketing & Community Impact with Derek & Jillian Pipkorn
Franchise Whispering - Making a Splash: Purpose-Driven Marketing & The "Neighborhood Test" with Heather Anderson
Franchise Whispering - Scalable Foundations and the "Devil’s Calculator" with Madeleine Zook
Franchise Whispering - Scaling Sweet Success: From One Location to 100+ with Greg George
Franchise Whispering - Why Marketing Leaders Are Shaping the Future of Franchising with Kristen Pechacek
Franchise Whispering - Scaling Health and Wellness with Guy Coffey