Tag: Franchising

Aerial view of the Babson campus
Inside the Blank School’s Seven Centers and Institutes With its world-class centers and institutes, the Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership continues to expand its impact and influence. Here’s a look at the Blank School’s seven centers and institutes.
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October 4, 2024

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Ab Igram speaks in front of a screen with the International Society of Franchising logo
Harnessing the Franchise Model for Social Impact Franchising is emerging as a powerful force in driving social impact, as highlighted at the International Society of Franchising Conference. Experts emphasize how integrating social responsibility into franchise models not only meets evolving consumer expectations but also enhances business success and community welfare.
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August 28, 2024

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3 Common Myths About Franchising That You Need to Stop Believing In an article from Entrepreneur magazine, Ab Igram MBA‘96 and Vincent Onyemah debunk myths about franchising and demonstrate why the model is an excellent opportunity for entrepreneurs to create and scale economic and social value.
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March 7, 2024

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Franchising discussion at Babson
Unveiling the Power of Franchising: Myths, Truths, and Triumphs Babson alumni and others with decades of franchising experience shared their insights during Babson’s Global Entrepreneurship Week.
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Hillary Chabot
Writer
Hillary Chabot
Hillary Chabot is a writer for Babson Thought & Action and Babson Magazine. An award-winning journalist, she is known for her insightful reporting and dedication to detailed storytelling. With a career spanning over two decades, she has covered a wide range of topics, from presidential campaigns and government policy to neighborhood issues and investigative series. As a reporter for The Boston Herald, Hillary earned a reputation for tenacity and integrity. Her work at Babson College fuels her passions—to learn something new every day and conduct thoughtful, empathic interviews. She’s thrilled to be at Babson College, where students, faculty, staff members and classes provide compelling copy daily.
December 11, 2023

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Portrait of Kate Jaspon
Kate Jaspon ’98 Is Driven to Inspire Now the CFO at Inspire Brands, Kate Jaspon ’98 has a unique perspective on the restaurant industry and the franchise community.
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January 12, 2023

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Elizabeth Roberts poses for a photo while standing behind a desk
Alumni Faces of Franchising From Big Macs in Bahrain to sandwich shops in Las Vegas to barre classes in Western Massachusetts, Babson alumni are thriving in the world of franchising. Here is a look at just a few alumni who have found success and happiness in franchising.
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January 10, 2023

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Stephen Spinelli poses for a portrait in a Planet Fitness gym
The Franchising Journey of President Spinelli For more than four decades, President Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA’92, PhD, the co-founder of Jiffy Lube International, has helped build and advance the field of franchising.
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Eric Beato
Editor / Writer
Eric Beato
Eric Beato is the Editor of Babson Thought & Action and Babson Magazine. A native of Chicago and a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism, Eric has worked as an editor and writer at newspapers across the country, including the Chicago Sun-Times and Boston Herald. Eric joined Babson College in 2019 after working as the communications director for a private educational travel company and as the managing editor of six regional sports publications.
January 5, 2023

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Somia Farid Silber sits at a conference room table with Atlanta skyline in the background
The Future of Franchising An effective and enduring business model, franchising looks toward a future marked by new business trends, leaders, and educational opportunities courtesy of Babson’s Tariq Farid Franchise Institute.
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John Crawford
Senior Journalist
John Crawford
A writer for Babson Thought & Action and the Babson Magazine, John Crawford has been telling the College’s entrepreneurial story for more than 15 years. Assignments for Babson have taken him from Rwanda to El Salvador, from the sweet-smelling factory of a Pennsylvania candy maker, to the stately Atlanta headquarters of an NFL owner, to the bustling office of a New York City fashion designer. Beyond his work for Babson, he has written articles and essays for The Philadelphia Inquirer, Notre Dame Magazine, The Good Men Project, and other publications. He can be found on Twitter, @crawfordwriter, where he tweets about climate change.
January 4, 2023

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Portrait of President Stephen Spinelli Jr. at Planet Fitness
From the President: A Franchising Community Babson’s franchising roots run deep and have created a natural, built-in community to support and expand our efforts to develop the next generation of franchise entrepreneurs.
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Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA'92, PhD
President
Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA'92, PhD
Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA‘92, PhD is the 14th president of Babson College. A successful entrepreneur, academic leader, and scholar, Dr. Spinelli assumed the role of president in July 2019, guiding the College through its centennial year and into its second century. Learn more about the President's Office.
November 1, 2022

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