May | 2021 | The Tech Money Podcast

The world of franchising includes more than just fast food

In this episode, Malcolm Ethridge is joined by Boynton Weekes, a franchise business consultant with FranNet. Malcolm and Boynton take a deep dive into all things franchising, from selecting the right concept, how to finance it, and how much time it really takes to own and operate your own franchise.

In this episode, we discuss:

What commonly known businesses are franchises
The Semi-Absentee Model of franchising
What the average franchise costs to get up and running
Time commitments to owning and operating a franchise
Boynton’s advice to anyone looking to franchise
And more!

If you’ve ever thought of buying a franchise as a great way to become an entrepreneur or as an interesting way to diversify your overall investment portfolio, then this episode is for you!

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Have you ever been curious what a basketball star does once they have left the game?

In this episode, Malcolm Ethridge is joined by WNBA champion Alana Beard. Listen in as they discuss Alana’s journey to professional basketball and her recent pivot into Venture Capital. Alana shares which parts of her own personal journey have helped her find success in the world of venture capital, as well as what she’s building toward in her second career.

In this episode, you will learn about:

Alana’s love of basketball and competition
How Alana networked her way into an opportunity at the prestigious Silicon Valley Bank
Her current mission to bring other female athletes into the world of venture capital investing
Alana’s passion in creating opportunities for our youth
And more!

Tune in now to hear more about Alana’s progression from basketball to Venture Capital.

Resources: MalcomEthridge.com | Malcolm Ethridge | Manage Your Damn Money | Alana Beard