All In the Family

– Click/Watch video by Mehran Moin

Since the Great Recession, many business owners have found new platforms in which to operate. Just ask Fran and Michael Rickard, a dynamic mother-and-son duo who are co-owners of the garment customization franchise Big Frog.

With Fran’s longtime corporate work experience and Michael’s eagerness as a recent college graduate, the two joined forces to open a successful business in Marietta.

While a family-run business presents its own challenges, family loyalty and trust trump many problems. I know firsthand because I work with my father in our own franchise, FranNet. If you’d like to talk about franchise partners, email me: lkuban@frannet.com.

– Leslie Kuban, FranNet