Big Sky Franchise Team
In the Media
Where Tom DuFore joins industry conversations on franchising, leadership, and responsible growth. These speaking engagements reflect practical, experience-driven perspectives shaped by decades of working alongside founders and franchise leadership teams.
Dr. Tom DuFore Featured on Coffee with Jon
Dr. Tom DuFore recently joined Jon on Coffee with Jon for a conversation about The Franchise Timeline and what business owners should understand when considering franchising as their next stage of growth. Drawing from his experience as founder and CEO of Big Sky Franchise Team, Tom shares insights into the franchising process and the steps…
Dr. Tom DuFore Featured on the Know Your Why Podcast
Dr. Tom DuFore recently joined the Know Your Why Podcast with Dr. Jason Balara to discuss what it really takes to build a successful franchise system. During the conversation, Tom shares insights from more than two decades of franchise consulting experience, explaining how business owners can determine whether their company is truly franchise-ready and what…
Dr. Tom DuFore Shares How to Scale a Business Through Franchising
Dr. Tom DuFore recently joined a podcast conversation to discuss what it takes to grow a business without losing the values and systems that made it successful in the first place. Drawing on more than two decades of franchise consulting experience, Tom shared why franchising is often misunderstood, how business owners can determine if their…
Dr. Tom DuFore Featured on Your Partner In Success Radio
Big Sky Franchise Team is proud to highlight Dr. Tom DuFore’s recent appearance on Your Partner In Success Radio with host Denise Griffitts. During the conversation, Tom discussed what it takes to successfully franchise a business, avoid common growth pitfalls, and build systems that support long-term success without sacrificing a company’s core values. He also…
Dr. Tom DuFore Featured in FranchiseWire’s Franchise Technology Roundup
Big Sky Franchise Team is proud to highlight Dr. Tom DuFore’s recent feature in FranchiseWire’s article, “Technology Franchise Leaders Can’t Live Without.” Alongside other franchise thought leaders, Tom shared the technology that plays an essential role in his daily work. He highlighted Microsoft 365 and explained how its tools support communication, client deliverables, writing, collaboration,…
Is Franchising the Right Growth Strategy for Your Business?
Tom DuFore recently joined Your Partner in Success Radio to discuss the fundamentals of franchising, including how to determine if your business is franchise-ready, common mistakes entrepreneurs make when expanding, and the systems needed to build sustainable, long-term growth. Whether you’re just beginning to explore franchising or looking to refine your growth strategy, this conversation…
Virtuous Business Featured by Your Partner In Success Radio
Big Sky Franchise Team is proud to share that Virtuous Business: A Model Approach, co-authored by Dr. Tom DuFore, Debbie Philpott, and Ethan Slaughter, was recently featured by Your Partner In Success Radio. The review highlights the book’s research-based approach to ethical leadership and explores how organizations can build profitable, scalable businesses without compromising their…
Big Sky Franchise Team Named One of Feedspot’s Best Franchise Blogs
Big Sky Franchise Team is honored to be recognized by Feedspot as one of the 80 Best Franchise Blogs to Follow in 2026. This recognition highlights our commitment to providing valuable resources, practical insights, and expert guidance. We aim to help business owners interested in franchising and sustainable business growth. At Big Sky Franchise Team,…
Dr. DuFore Featured on The Thoughtful Entrepreneur with Josh Elledge.
Dr. Tom DuFore, Founder and CEO of Big Sky Franchise Team, was recently featured on The Thoughtful Entrepreneur with Josh Elledge. During the conversation, Tom shared insights on franchising, business growth, and how entrepreneurs can build scalable businesses through proven franchise systems.
Is Your Small Business Franchise-Ready? A Blueprint for Scaling
Big Sky Franchise Team CEO Dr. Tom DuFore recently joined a conversation about one of the most common questions business owners ask: Is my business ready to franchise? During the discussion, Tom shared insights on the key factors that determine franchise readiness, including profitability, systemization, and market demand.
