Testimonials
Check out these stories from new franchisee owners who worked with Thoughtful Franchise Brokers to find them a good fit.
Kerry Chester
Kerry and her husband Dusty bought a Blue Moon Estate Sales franchise and they are coming up on a full year of being in business. Her background was mental health, she was in the army for six years and most recently was the director of marketing at a restoration franchise. She came to us thinking she wanted something in the food or fitness space but fell in love with Blue Moon Estate Sales once she learned more about it. It’s a franchise she never would have thought she’d buy and has already bought two more territories!
Bart Beauchamp
Bart is a CPA and most recently was the Finance Manager at a large hospital. Bart is familiar with business ownership as he ran his own accounting firm for a few years back in 2008. He went back to Corporate America for 10 years but is ready to run his own business again – this time with the support and help of a franchise system. He chose Five Star Painting and recently completed training. He’s starting to go out on estimates and excited to grow a business that he can ultimately sell when he gets closer to retirement.
Zainab Turay
Zai came to us wanting a brunch franchise and believe it or not, that’s what she ended up purchasing! Typically the businesses people think they want don’t end up aligning with their goals, but in this case it did for Zai. She bought Press Waffle Co and is excited to open her doors later this year in the Atlanta, GA area. What’s also unique about Zai is she is planning to keep her full-time job at Coca-Cola and have her sister run the day-to-day operations of the restaurant.
David Mills
David spent his career in banking and his family has been in the banking industry since 1971. David has been “retired” since he was 45 after they sold the bank and has been looking for a new challenge for awhile. David talks about the detailed criteria he used for choosing what franchise concepts he landed on. Ultimately he ended up buying into two different systems – Spenga and Deka Lash. David also discusses his experience with Thoughtful Franchise Brokers.
Jivesh Toor
Jivesh is originally from Singapore and has been in the Chicago area since 2011. He was here on an E2 Visa with a luxury men’s clothing business that he started from scratch. His E2 Visa was expiring, so he needed to re-apply with a new business. Instead of creating another business of his own, he chose to become a franchisee of Gotcha Covered, a window coverings franchise. Hear about his unique experience of getting his E2 Visa with a franchise.
Jerome Kaczmarek
Charista is extremely knowledgeable, transparent, attentive, professional and effective. She quickly identified a handful of strong and exciting franchise brands matching my interests and skill set each with the potential to meet my life style and financial goals. Charista genuinely wants her clients to be successful. I highly recommend Charista and the Thoughtful Franchise Brokers to anyone looking to purchase a franchise.
David Thomason
It was my pleasure to work with Charista. I have worked with several franchise brokers and Charista was by far the best. She listened to my interests and brought me excellent brands to consider. I trust her opinion and experience. She sincerely cares about her clients best interests! Highly recommend Charista!!!
Kyle Oswalt
We spent months looking for the right franchise model for us and thought we were on the right track. We were referred to TFB by a friend and figured we had nothing to lose by reaching out to them while we continued down the path we were on. Long story short, we’re so glad we did! They helped us narrow down the best options that matched us both personally and professionally. When we were presented with options and it became a no brainer. Without Thoughtful Franchise Brokers we may have made a huge mistake! I wish we would have started with TFB from the beginning.
Eric Offenberg
Charista was excellent to work with from start to finish. As this was our first franchise purchase, she made the process easy. Each time an issue ot concern arose she helped us address it and move to the next phase. I would highly recommend Thoughtful Franchise Brokers to anyone getting started w franchises.
Caleb Shoup
I worked with this team to buy a franchise and had a phenomenal experience. The whole team went out of there way to ensure I was making the best decision for me and my family. The Thoughtful Franchise Broker’s process for helping me find the best fit was also very thorough and instilled a lot of confidence in my decision. I would highly recommend!
Steve Safranek
Kevin and Amanda went above and beyond to find the right fit for us throughout the process. They took time, effort, and had great patience with us as we were new to the process.
If you’re looking to buy a franchise, I cannot recommend them enough. The process can be long, but they will ensure that all of your needs are met while trying to find your new career!
Farris Roach III
Charista, Was instrumental in my search for the best professional options to expand my career. She was thoughtful and very eager to assist me with finding the right match for my goals. I truly appreciate her passion to help others achieve their dreams.
Tasneem Nomanbhai
Charista and the team are fantastic! I felt they really listened to my needs and made recommendations based on my feedback. I appreciated their guidance and support throughout the process and would definitely recommend them as franchise brokers!
Jason Leber, MBA
I highly recommend Charista. In my time working with Charista, she has been a phenomenal connector and collaborator. Charista goes above and beyond for her clients and is an extremely knowledgeable consultant. I would recommend her to anyone seeking her professional services.
Victoria White
Navigating the complex world of franchising felt like an overwhelming challenge at first. As someone who had never owned a business before, I had many questions, concerns, and fears. Charista proved to be a phenomenal guide through this uncharted territory. Her expertise and honesty stood out from the very beginning.
Charista’s ability to break down the intricacies of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) was invaluable. She didn’t just present information; she made sure I truly understood each aspect, empowering me to make an informed decision. Beyond her technical knowledge, Charista excelled at providing reassurance. Her empathetic approach and genuine care helped to quell my fears, making the entire process more approachable.
Thanks to her guidance, I confidently embarked on this new chapter of business ownership. If you’re looking for someone who combines deep expertise with a truly personal touch, I cannot recommend Charista highly enough. She’s not just a franchise advisor; she’s a partner in your journey.
Jacob Ray
Charista is simply the one of the best in the business. When it comes to helping people find the perfect fit in business ownership, there is no one better. If you get to work with Charista, consider youself one of the lucky ones!
Alicia Perez
I wholeheartedly recommend Kevin, the owner of Thoughtful Franchise Brokers. Kevin took the time to understand our unique needs and goals, which made a world of difference in our journey to find the right franchise. The world of franchising can be overwhelming with so many options, but Kevin expertly guided us through it all, helping us narrow down to the best fit for our vision. He provided invaluable insights and resources, clearly drawing from a wealth of industry knowledge.
What truly sets Kevin apart is his commitment to service. He met with my husband and me multiple times, always patient, attentive, and genuinely interested in helping us succeed. Even when we had additional questions or concerns, Kevin never hesitated to offer guidance. His support and dedication to his clients’ success are unmatched. If you’re looking for a broker who goes above and beyond, Kevin is the one to trust!
Nick Hebrew
We contacted Kevin and his team in 2023 as we were exploring the idea of business/franchise ownership. After talking with a couple of other “Franchise Brokers” we weren’t really that excited about the possibility and were close to settling on a brand that wasn’t really a fit for us. Insert Kevin and Thoughtful Franchise Brokers. They took the time to listen, identify our strengths, find out what we truly were looking to get out of business ownership and brought us over 10 brand options to discuss and research. Through this process we found the one. We opened in September of 2023 and September 2024 grew to $1 million in recurring annual revenue. If a big deal goes our way, we are on track in our 2nd full year to skyrocket to $3 million in recurring revenue!! Without taking the time to talk to Kevin, this wouldn’t be a reality for us. Don’t fall for the gimick brokers. Don’t fall for the fad franchise. Take your time. Talk to Kevin, do the research. They will guide you in the right direction. Couldn’t recommend him and his team anymore. They are the ultimate definition of a 5-star service.
Annie Long
Kevin is a top notch franchise consultant. I had the pleasure of working with Kevin recently in helping onboard candidates. He is very knowledgeable of all the different franchise brands and helping candidates find their passion. Kevin is an expert communicator and highly regarded in the franchise industry.