In this issue, we highlight several great success stories starting with former Chicago Bear player, Doug Plank. Doug played in the 70s and had an innate knowledge that he needed a plan for his post-football life. In “From the King of the Football Field to King of the Burger,” he shares his story of entrepreneurial success and why he is passionate about franchising.
We also share the story of Michael Jania of Lash Lounge who left a family business to go out on his own and unexpectedly wound up in women’s beauty. His story is compelling as he opened his location during a pandemic and was looted in the throes of the civil unrest in Chicago after George Floyd was killed. Learn how he overcame the odds to find success.
Wild Birds Unlimited franchisee Dawna Blum also tells a story of triumph. As a wife and mother of four, she always longed for something of her own. Her WBU location provided her a way to achieve financial independence and gain greater confidence, self-respect and pride.
