In this episode, Joseph Frost dives into the fascinating journey of K9 Resorts, a luxury dog boarding and daycare franchise, with co-founder Jason Parker and Dave Blanchard, a seasoned fractional Chief Marketing Officer from Your CMO.

They discuss the pivotal role of strategic marketing and the right team composition in scaling a business, especially in the post-pandemic era. Through insightful anecdotes and practical advice, listeners will gain valuable lessons on growth, marketing, and remote workforce integration.

Takeaways:

• The Power of the Right Team: Understanding the importance of surrounding yourself with capable individuals for business growth and scalability.
• Fractional CMO Impact: How a fractional Chief Marketing Officer brings strategic insights and catalyzes significant growth in your business.
• Hybrid Workforce Opportunities: Embracing flexibility in the workforce can unlock talent and opportunities previously unseen.
• Cultural Collaboration: The crucial role of in-person interaction in establishing company culture and effectively integrating new team members.
• Strategic Marketing for Franchises: Highlighting the necessity of detailed planning and strategic marketing for the success and profitability of franchisees.
• Accelerating Profitability: How digital marketing strategies and pre-opening sales initiatives can significantly shorten the path to profitability for new locations.
• Grassroots Marketing: The importance of local community engagement and grassroots efforts for franchisees to ensure success.
• Brand Messaging and Rebranding: The impact of rebranding and clarifying brand messaging to resonate with customer values and expectations.

Quote of the Show:

“The transition to a more digital and remote marketing strategy isn’t just a trend; it’s a necessary evolution to stay relevant and effective in today’s market.” -Jason Parker

Links

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-parker-33121520/
• Website: http://www.k9resorts.com/

Ways to Tune In

• • Amazon Music – https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9a0b6e7b-76d7-4909-ab01-e3082d6637e0/the-fractional-c-suite-retreat
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