Welcome to Episode 104 of Unpredicted Entrepreneur! In this episode, hosts Sara Waskow and Roxanne Rapske sit down with Christian Buck (COO), Thomas Reinhard (CFO), and Cal Freatman (CEO), the founders behind Cascadia Pizza, a food truck turned franchise success story! Discover how Christian’s wedding pizza recipes, Tom’s business insight, and Cal’s entrepreneurial drive turned a tiny, 300-square-foot shop into a thriving, multi-location brand. Hear the inspiring origin story of Cascadia Pizza, learn about their unique pizza creations (think pear and apple on pizza!), and the radical support and real community that fuels their growth. Get insider tips on launching a food business, franchising in the restaurant industry, and how Cascadia Pizza built multiple revenue streams with food trucks, catering, and brick-and-mortar locations.

🔥 Highlights include:

-How food trucks kept their pizza business thriving during COVID

-The path to profitability for new franchisees

-Real talk on franchising, community impact, and legacy-building

-The story of a young employee who rose from washing dough pans to franchise owner

-What makes Cascadia Pizza a perfect opportunity for entrepreneurs of any background

If you’re passionate about entrepreneurship, franchising, or searching for the next great pizza franchise, this episode is for you!

👇 Interested in learning more? Visit cascadiapizzaco.com and explore the links in the description to connect with Sara, Roxanne, and their franchising resources.

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Welcome to Episode 103 of Unpredicted Entrepreneur! In this must-listen podcast, we’re diving into franchising, small business ownership, and entrepreneurship with our incredible guest, Rod Floyd of CMIT Solutions of Arlington.

Rod opens up about his journey from corporate layoffs at Verizon to running his own IT franchise, and the tough lessons he learned along the way—like the dangers of doing everything yourself, the power of delegation, and finding fulfillment through community and networking. Rod shares real stories of hitting rock bottom, bouncing back, and how letting go of control helped his business soar with government contracts, multi-location deals, and industry recognition.

Whether you’re considering franchising, looking for business inspiration, or searching for practical entrepreneurial tips, this episode has you covered! Listen in to hear honest advice about overcoming burnout, embracing your strengths, and building a business that works for you—not the other way around.

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👇 Find links to learn more about franchising, entrepreneurship, and how to contact Rod below!

Looking for outsourced IT help in Arlington? Visit www.cmitsolutions.com/arlington or call 682-277-3930.

Connect with Sara https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarawaskow/

Connect with Roxanne https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannerapske/

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Discover the truth about franchising and business ownership! In this episode of Unpredicted Entrepreneur, Sara Waskow and Roxanne Rapske talk with Joe and Mandy Chapman, owners of Stand Strong Fencing of Fort Worth, about their journey from the mortgage industry to running a thriving fencing franchise.

Learn the real benefits of franchising, how support from Horsepower Brands helped them scale quickly, the challenges of business pivots, and practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, including why franchising is more than just “french fries” and how transferable skills like project management and sales can lead to success. Tune in for actionable tips on starting and growing your own business, building organic leads, and balancing risk with passion. Don’t forget to subscribe for insights and inspiration from real-life entrepreneurs!

This video features insights into the world of franchise business and franchise ownership, as shared on the entrepreneurship podcast. Stay tuned for motivation and valuable information covering various franchising businesses and franchise models.

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👇 Connect with Us:

Contact Stand Strong Fencing of Fort Worth: 817-767-3034

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Connect with Roxanne https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannerapske/

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