Why does your brand’s grand opening matter? It’s more than just a celebration—it’s your chance to make a lasting impression that can define your franchise’s success.

In this episode, Erik Van Horn welcomes Brooke Budke of Momentum Brands for her third appearance to share valuable insights into executing a flawless grand opening for franchise brands. With years of experience building brand momentum, Brooke emphasizes why a grand opening is not just a one-time event—it’s a critical opportunity to set the tone for long-term success.

You’ll discover the grand opening formula that ensures your brand makes a powerful first impression. From strategic planning to franchisee responsibilities, Brooke reveals the key actions every franchisor and franchisee must take to draw in customers and solidify their brand in the market.

Whether launching your first franchise or looking to revamp your opening strategy, this episode is packed with tips to ensure you hit the ground running.

Tune in and learn how to make your grand opening unforgettable and drive lasting results for your business.

Catch the previous episodes with Brooke:

The Grand Opening Playbook: Steps to a Successful Launch With Brooke Budke - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZZuwLQuEwU

The Franchise Marketing Blueprint: Proven Strategies for Growth With Brooke Budke - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjTtPBb0ll0

“People will follow a good leader. The frontline will impact your bottom line. So the people you hire want to work for a good leader. They don't care about the brand's name–they care about the boss." ~ Brooke Budke

In This Episode:

– Preparing for a successful grand opening

– Using data to evaluate your brand’s success

– Biggest challenge when selling franchises

– How to attract people to your grand opening

– Franchisee responsibilities for a successful launch

– How to subscribe to Brooke’s newsletter

– Extra tips for a winning grand opening

– Why some franchisees are not performing well

– Brooke’s advice on what works and what doesn’t

– How franchisors can keep franchisees accountable

Resources:

🌐 Consult with Erik - https://form.jotform.com/222685728939070

🌐 Want to buy a franchise? Connect with Erik here - https://forms.gle/n4JedEuU5p7asE617

🌐 Want to franchise your business? Connect with Erik here - https://forms.gle/n4JedEuU5p7asE617

🌐 Franchisees and franchisors find proven tactics and strategies to scale YOUR businesses - https://scalablefranchise.com/

🌐 Get the Grand Opening Formula for Franchise Brands - https://momentum-brands.myflodesk.com/grandopening

Connect with Brooke Budke:

🌐 Website - https://www.themomentumbrands.com/

🌐Subscribe to Brooke's Newsletter - https://momentum-brands.myflodesk.com/thesauce

Connect with Erik Van Horn:

🌐 Website - https://franchisesecrets.com/

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikvanhorn/

👍 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erik.v.horn/

💼 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanhorn/