Franchise Consulting
Independent Franchise Consulting — Objective, Experienced, Free to You
Brian Braggs is an IFPG-certified franchise consultant who has built and operated franchises himself. He works for you — not the franchisor — to help you find the right opportunity, avoid costly mistakes, and move forward with confidence.
The Process
A clear path — not a sales funnel
Brian's consulting process is built around your goals, not a quota. Every step is designed to give you more clarity, not more pressure.
Franchise brands are not shown until these steps are complete
This is not a gatekeeping exercise — it is how Brian protects you from wasting time on brands that don't fit your financial profile or goals. Every step below has a reason.
Sign the NDA
A mutual confidentiality agreement protects both parties and allows Brian to share proprietary brand data, FDD summaries, and franchisor contacts.
Sign the NDAComplete the Franchise Fit Assessment
A structured evaluation of your goals, lifestyle, skills, and investment range. This is how Brian builds your candidate profile — without it, there is no match to make.
Take the AssessmentSubmit Funding Pre-Qualification
Brian needs to understand your real financial picture before presenting brands. Showing you a $500K opportunity when your liquid capital is $80K wastes your time and damages your credibility with franchisors.
Get Pre-QualifiedBrand Presentation — by Brian
Only after the NDA is signed, the Fit Assessment is complete, and your funding eligibility is confirmed will Brian present a curated shortlist of franchise brands matched to your profile.
Discovery Call
A free, no-pressure conversation to understand your goals, background, investment range, and lifestyle preferences. Brian listens first — this call is about you, not a pitch.
Sign the NDA
A mutual confidentiality agreement is required before Brian can share proprietary brand data, FDD summaries, or franchisor contacts. It protects both parties and is a standard step in every professional franchise search.
Franchise Fit Assessment
A structured evaluation of your skills, experience, risk tolerance, and financial profile. This is how Brian builds your candidate profile — without it, there is no meaningful match to make.
Funding Pre-Qualification
Before any brands are presented, Brian needs to understand your real financial picture — liquid capital, net worth, and financing options. Showing you a $500K opportunity when your budget is $80K wastes your time and damages your credibility with franchisors.
Franchise Matching — Brands Presented
Only after the NDA is signed, the Fit Assessment is complete, and your funding eligibility is confirmed will Brian present a curated shortlist of franchise brands matched to your profile, goals, and investment level. No brand is shown before this point.
Due Diligence Support
Brian walks you through the FDD, helps you ask the right questions, connects you with franchise attorneys and funding sources, and supports your validation calls with existing franchisees.
Decision & Launch
When you're ready to move forward, Brian stays with you through the award process, territory selection, and early launch planning.
Who Brian Works With
Built for entrepreneurs at every stage
Corporate professionals
Ready to own something instead of building someone else's dream
U.S. military veterans
Leveraging discipline, systems thinking, and VetFran benefits
Healthcare executives
Applying operational expertise to a proven business model
Entrepreneurs
Looking for a structured path with a proven brand behind them
Investors
Seeking semi-absentee or multi-unit franchise opportunities
First-time business owners
Who want guidance, not guesswork
Your Next Step
Start with the Franchise Fit Assessment
Before booking a call, take the 10-minute assessment. It gives Brian the context he needs to match you with the right opportunities from day one.
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.
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.
For complete disclosures, see our Franchise & Advisory Disclosures.