Jenny Young, CEO, Brooklyn Robot Foundry: Empowering Creativity in Young Minds!

This week we are joined by Jenny Young, founder and CEO of Brooklyn Robot Foundry. Jenny is our Q-3, 2024 rising star of franchising and she shares her inspiring journey from a single unit in NYC, to the establishment of a successful, emerging franchise system, that is thriving!..

Jenny discusses how her background as a mechanical engineer and her passion for empowering children through creative robot-building classes led her to franchising. She delves into the challenges of operating in New York City's expensive commercial real estate market and how she pivoted to a more profitable mobile business model, eventually franchising it in 2022.

The episode also highlights the importance of company values, the role of diversity in business, and the unique "Frandowment" competition that helped Brooklyn Robot Foundry find its second franchise owner. Jenny offers valuable insights for emerging franchisors, emphasizing the need for strong support systems and the significance of maintaining brand integrity.

Join us to learn more about Jenny's innovative approach to franchising and her dedication to fostering creativity and entrepreneurship.