Million Dollar Minute
Second Chances as Our Mentors See It by Elizabeth Denham
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n every issue, we will take a Million Dollar Minute to get the perspectives of our mentors about all things franchising. This month’s Q&A focuses on our theme of Second Chances and how franchising has changed our mentors’ trajectories. Here are the responses from Kristin Selmeczy, Jerry Akers, David Kajganich, and Ray Pillar. With their varied roles and experiences, they are the Dream Team in franchising. Let us know if you have questions for our next issue!
54 Pillars of Franchising
How did franchising offer you a second chance in your career? KS: Franchising allowed me to have a family life and a career! I was PTA President, Cub Scout Master, Room mom for every party, hock-
ey mom, baseball team mom… it just never ends! I serve on the Board of the Ms. Molly Foundation, and I have been so blessed to be able to enjoy watching my kids grow while giving back to the community!
JA: While I had a successful career on a couple of different levels, I was still missing something! I was missing the chance to be my own boss and to have the chance to make a difference in many lives through my business
