In this Franchise Maven podcast episode, the host interviews Christian Touze, the president of the Point Pub and Grill, about his journey in flipping a successful local pub into a franchise model. Christian discusses the inspiration behind starting the pub 13 years ago in Central Point, Oregon, the challenges and triumphs in growing the business, and the community’s embrace. He details the decision to franchise after reaching market saturation and highlights the flexibility, good systems, and local partnerships that define the franchise’s success. Christian talks about the importance of supporting local communities, staff retention strategies, and the comprehensive training provided for franchisees. The podcast also covers the assistance offered in location scouting, lease negotiations, and business planning, ensuring franchisees have a robust support system. Overall, the conversation provides insights into the operational and strategic facets of expanding a pub brand into a thriving franchise. Vegan and gluten free food available, something for everybody.
