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    Franchise Brief Writers & Guest Writers

    Here’s a list of all of our writers and guest writers:

    Guest Writers

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    Gretchen Johnson

    Gretchen Johnson is a Franchise Business Development professional at Top 2 Bottom Business Solutions, where she partners with franchisors to develop standardized bookkeeping procedures for their franchisees. By creating consistent financial reporting systems, she enables accurate analysis, actionable insights, and scalable unit growth across franchise networks. With a strong background in consultative sales and strategic support, Gretchen is passionate about helping brands strengthen their infrastructure and grow with confidence.

    Valeriia Kim

    Valeriia Kim

    Valeriia is a tech consultant who focuses on operational excellence in the franchising space. She lives in Denver and loves anything business, technology, and outdoors.

    Headshot of Munjal Patel - Retro Fitness Franchisee

    Munjal Patel

    Munjal Patel is a former mechanical engineer who successfully transitioned into the dynamic world of franchising, owning multiple Retro Fitness locations in New Jersey. With a robust background in STEM, Munjal leverages his analytical and problem-solving expertise to thrive as a franchisee, combining his passion for fitness with his knack for strategic decision-making.

    Writers

    Tim Katsch is a former EVP of a national franchisor, where he led operations, real estate, construction, and marketing. He now runs Franchise Hire, a recruiting and executive search firm that helps franchise brands build exceptional teams, and publishes Franchise Brief, a platform covering trends and insights shaping franchising today. Tim is also the author of Coach Up: A Manager’s Quick-Start Guide to Workplace Coaching, a practical guide that helps general managers and new leaders become confident workplace coaches who bring out the best in their teams.229 Articles

    At Franchise Brief, our Guest Writers bring diverse perspectives from across the franchise industry; including operators, suppliers, consultants, and passionate storytellers. These contributors offer unique insights, on-the-ground experiences, and expert commentary that enrich our coverage of franchise trends, milestones, and innovations. While they come from varied backgrounds, all share a common goal: to spotlight what makes franchising thrive.3 Articles