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Brian Braggs is an independent franchise consultant, healthcare entrepreneur, and U.S. Army veteran who has built two businesses from zero. He works for you — not the franchisor — to find the right fit for your goals, budget, and lifestyle.
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22 IFPG-verified brands · FBR 80+ only · territory status by ZIP
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U.S. ARMY VETERAN
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IFPG CERTIFIED
Independent Franchise
Professionals Group
U.S. ARMY VETERAN
Veteran Entrepreneurship
Advocate
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What brings you here today?
Pick your path — each one is built for your specific situation.
I'm a Transitioning Military Leader
Evaluate whether franchise ownership fits your goals, finances, leadership experience, and transition timeline.
I want to explore franchises
Browse 300+ brands by industry, investment, and territory availability.
I need consulting help
Healthcare operations, payroll, HR, compliance, or franchise strategy.
I'm ready to talk
Free discovery call. No pressure. Just a direct conversation.
For Transitioning Military Leaders
Is franchise ownership the right next mission?
The Command-to-Ownership Assessment evaluates whether franchise ownership fits your goals, finances, leadership experience, lifestyle, and transition timeline — in about 10 minutes.
Franchise brands Brian works with
300+ franchise brands available across every industry and investment level
Specific brands are presented privately — only after the NDA is signed, the Franchise Fit Assessment is complete, and funding eligibility is confirmed. See how the process works.
“Brian didn’t just point me at a franchise — he helped me understand exactly what I was getting into. That clarity was worth everything.”
— Franchise Consulting Client
Consulting Services
Advice from someone who has actually done it
Healthcare operations, franchise development, payroll & HR systems, compliance, and executive advisory — all grounded in 20+ years of building and running real healthcare businesses in Illinois.
Why Choose Brian
Guidance from someone who has actually done it
Brian doesn't advise from a textbook. He built two healthcare businesses from zero, ran a $1M+ franchise, and now applies that real-world experience to help you make a confident franchise decision.
Years of Business Ownership
Two decades building and operating healthcare businesses in Illinois — not theory, lived experience.
Healthcare Companies Built
Shining Star Therapy (17 years, 17 counties) and a Peoria home care business — both built from zero.
Home Care Business Revenue
Grew a Peoria home care business to $1M+ revenue with 18.7% YoY growth and a national VA contract.
Healthcare Executive
Deep operational expertise in compliance, staffing, payroll, and healthcare systems that translate directly to franchise success.
U.S. Army Veteran
Military discipline, systems thinking, and leadership under pressure — the foundation of every business Brian has built.
Independent Franchise Guidance
No quotas. No pressure. Brian works for you — not the franchisor — to find the right fit for your goals and lifestyle.
The Story
Built From Zero. Twice.
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US ARMY
Service Before Self
Brian's foundation was built in uniform. The Army instilled discipline, systems thinking, and leadership under pressure that would define every business he built afterward.
"Great organizations are built on clear systems and disciplined execution."
EARLY CAREER
Into the Trenches
After service, Brian entered healthcare and recognized that operators who cared deeply about patients lacked the business infrastructure to sustain their organizations. He set out to change that.
2007 – 2024
Shining Star Therapy
Founded with no clients, no employees, no roadmap. Built into a multi-county operation across 17 Illinois counties, serving thousands of clients over 17 years.
2021 – 2026
Right at Home Peoria
Franchise owner starting from zero — no clients, no caregivers. Built to $1M+ revenue, earned a national VA contract, and won back-to-back Best of Home Care awards.
PRESENT
IFPG Franchise Consultant
Recognized for his operational track record, Brian now guides entrepreneurs through franchise evaluation, territory selection, launch planning, and the early challenges that determine whether a franchise thrives.
When Brian advises on operations or franchise development, he's speaking from experience — not theory.
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What Clients Say
Read All Testimonials"Brian doesn't just give you advice — he gives you the playbook. He's been in the trenches of healthcare operations for over two decades and it shows. He helped us restructure our entire caregiver onboarding and retention process. Turnover dropped significantly within six months."
Marcus T.
Owner · Home Healthcare Agency, Central Illinois
"We were evaluating three different franchise opportunities and had no idea how to compare them. Brian walked us through the due diligence process, helped us understand the FDD, and gave us an honest assessment of each option. We ended up making a decision we feel confident about. That's rare."
Denise R.
Franchise Owner · Healthcare Franchise, Midwest
"Our payroll system was a mess — misclassified workers, inconsistent pay schedules, and no documentation. Brian came in, assessed the situation without judgment, and helped us build a compliant, scalable payroll infrastructure. He probably saved us from a very expensive audit."
James K.
CEO · Multi-Site Home Care Operator
News & Events
Brian in the News
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Veteran Entrepreneur Reflects on Military Service & Healthcare Career
Brian Braggs sat down with 25News to discuss how his US Army service shaped his leadership philosophy and his two-decade career building healthcare businesses in Central Illinois.
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Brian Braggs on WEEK-TV: Medicare's New Dementia Support Program
Brian appeared on WEEK-TV as a subject-matter expert to break down GUIDE — a new Medicare dementia program — and what it means for families and care operators across Central Illinois.
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Brian Braggs Recognized for Excellence in Home Care Operations
Brian joined WEEK-TV to discuss earning Best of Home Care awards — a reflection of the operational systems, culture, and standards he has built over more than two decades in the industry.
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Looking for the Right Candidates for Your Franchise?
Brian works with franchise brands through a structured, candidate-first MATCH process designed to evaluate the opportunity, establish the appropriate referral relationship, and make introductions when genuine alignment exists.
Franchise Intelligence Hub
Real rankings. Real data. No guesswork. See which categories are dominating, where the investment sweet spots are, and what resale opportunities look like right now.
Category Trends
29%
Home Services dominates FBR Top 200
Home Services, Senior Care, and Business Services account for 60% of the top-ranked franchise concepts in 2026.
Investment Sweet Spot
$100K–$200K
34% of top brands fall in this range
The most competitive tier by franchisee satisfaction score — high enough for serious operators, accessible enough for first-time buyers.
Multi-Unit & Resales
6+
Active resale packages tracked
From 2-unit education packages to 12-unit food & beverage territories — institutional buyers have more options than ever.
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General Disclaimer: Information provided by Brian Braggs and on this website is for educational and informational purposes and is not legal, tax, accounting, investment, or financial advice. Franchise ownership involves business and financial risk, and individual results vary. No revenue, earnings, profitability, financing, or business-success outcome is promised or guaranteed. Prospective franchisees should review the applicable current Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), conduct independent due diligence, speak with current and former franchisees where applicable, and consult qualified legal, accounting, tax, and financial professionals before making an investment decision.
No Franchise Offer: This website is for general informational purposes and is not an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, any particular franchise. Franchise offers are made only through the applicable franchisor’s current Franchise Disclosure Document and in compliance with applicable federal and state law. Franchise registration, exemption, filing, broker, and disclosure requirements vary by jurisdiction.
Financial Performance Notice (FTC 16 CFR Part 436): Any financial figures referenced on this page — including revenue, growth rates, or performance data — reflect Brian Braggs’ personal historical experience operating his own Right at Home franchise in Peoria, Illinois, and are presented solely as factual biographical context. They are not a guarantee, projection, or forecast of what any prospective franchisee will achieve. Individual results will vary based on location, market conditions, franchisee effort, capital invested, and many other factors. Franchising is not a guarantee of success. You should review Item 19 of the applicable FDD and speak with existing and former franchisees before making any investment decision.
Independent Franchise Consultant & Compensation Disclosure: Brian Braggs is an independent franchise consultant and is not an employee or agent of any individual franchise brand unless expressly stated. Brian may receive referral or consulting compensation from franchisors or related parties when a candidate enters into a franchise relationship. Compensation arrangements may vary by franchisor. Franchise opportunities are evaluated based on factors including candidate goals, qualifications, financial considerations, market availability, business-model preferences, and due diligence. Prospective franchisees should independently evaluate each opportunity and review the applicable Franchise Disclosure Document before making an investment decision.
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