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My Story & FranChoice
My path from franchise owner to franchise consultant with FranChoice, plus updates from conferences and the franchise community.


Highlights from the FranChoice Summer Conference
What an incredible week at the FranChoice Summer Conference in West Palm Beach ☀️🏝️ It was energizing to connect with so many world-class franchise consultants and spend time with innovative, high-integrity brands. A real highlight was sitting down for dinner with Jeff Elgin, the founder of FranChoice. Hearing his stories, experiences, and the history of franchising was incredible. After 16 years operating my own multi-unit franchises through every stage from launch to a
Chip Crutchfield
Jul 171 min read


Heading to the 2026 FranChoice Summer Conference
Looking forward to heading to Palm Beach Gardens next week for the FranChoice Summer Conference! I'm really looking forward to connecting with driven founders, networking with fellow consultants, and staying on top of the latest in franchising. It all helps me serve my clients better as they explore business ownership. If you’ll be there next week, I’d love to connect — see you in Florida! #FranChoice Originally posted on LinkedIn
Chip Crutchfield
Jul 101 min read


Joining FranChoice as a Franchise Consultant
After selling Mosquito Authority earlier this year following a 15-year run, I’m excited to share my next venture: I’ve joined FranChoice as a Franchise Consultant! My goal is simple: Help aspiring entrepreneurs find the right franchise fit without the guesswork. Having owned and operated a successful franchise for over 15 years, I understand the challenges and the rewards firsthand. If you or someone you know has been thinking about business ownership but don't know where
Chip Crutchfield
May 261 min read
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