The Pitch

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#130 FranShares: Invest in Franchises

S11 E130 • Apr 24, 2024 • 40 mins

After spending a decade as a franchise broker, Kenny Rose decided to break out on his own and start FranShares. An alternative investment platform where anyone can invest in franchises. Now you can own a piece of your local fast food joint, a medspa, even a car wash! But will the investors be able to see big tech returns for a company that sounds like small fries? Featuring investors Jillian Manus, Beck Bamberger and Mac Conwell.

Speakers

Kenny Rose

Guest • 52%

Josh Muccio

Host • 24%

Jillian Manus

Host • 8%

Mac Conwell

Host • 7%

Beck Bamberger

Host • 4%

Jillian Manus

Host • 4%

Charles Hudson

Host • 0%

Chapters

0:00	Intro to Kenny Rose and his startup, FranShares
1:48	Kenny gives The Pitch for FranShares
3:53	Q&A session begins with a question from Mac Conwell
9:32	FranShares take rate, fundraising timeline, and valuation
11:48	Investors ask about use of funds and Kenny's background
13:45	Jillian asks: What are the biggest growth opportunities in franchising?
15:13	Democratizing franchise investing and Kenny's biggest challenges
19:31	Investors make their decisions and debate Kenny's valuation
23:48	'After the pitch' interview with Kenny Rose
35:06	The Pitch Fund investment decision and Josh's ending commentary

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