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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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    Tim Katsch is a former EVP of a Franchisor overseeing Operations, Real Estate, Construction and Marketing divisions. He now runs Franchise Hire Recruiting & Executive Search helping select franchise brands locate hard-to-find professionals who makeup strong franchise teams. In the wee hours of the morning he loves to write about what's happening in franchising.284 Articles


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    At Chise News, 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.2 Articles


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