OUR TEAM
MIKE WEINBERGER
A seasoned entrepreneur and franchise expert with a passion for guiding emerging businesses toward success. With over two decades of experience in the franchise and legal fields, he has dedicated his career to helping franchise concepts reach their potential. From refining operational strategies to crafting franchise sales programs, offering legal counsel, and devising strategic exit plans, Mike has been instrumental in transforming budding ideas into thriving franchise businesses.
LOCATION: Denver
BRANDS: Kahala Brands / MTY Food Group, Maui Wowi, Unity Rd., Coldstone Creamery, Orange Theory Fitness
ERIC KLUGER
An experienced operator and legal professional with a track record of maximizing efficiency and optimizing day-to-day processes to ensure a company’s continued growth and success. From formation and fundraises to corporate transactions and acquisitions, Eric leverages his legal and operational expertise to guide and support businesses from creation to exit.
LOCATION: Cleveland / New York City
BRANDS: The Muse
JAYNE LEVY, CFE
Has led public relations initiatives for 75-plus franchisors, spanning across 20 different industries and networks of one to 3,000-plus locations — working both in-house with franchisors and at a leading franchise PR agency. Jayne’s PR initiatives have introduced countless prospective entrepreneurs to franchising as the next step in their career as viable business opportunities. Through her efforts and direction, she has helped franchise brands quadruple their footprints across North America. While in-house, with an emerging franchisor, she led the development of the company’s branding and internal culture, franchise development marketing initiatives and a robust investor relations program.
LOCATION: Chicago / Orlando
BRANDS: Unity Rd., Winmark Corporation (Plato’s Closet, Play It Again Sports, Once Upon A Child, etc.), Retro Fitness, Floyd’s 99 Barbershop, Sears Hometown & Outlet Stores
TRACY TIMKO, CFE
Experienced in all franchise support aspects, Tracy has played a pivotal role at the heart of the multiple franchise companies as one of the key links between the franchisor and franchisees. With 15 years of experience in operations, her track record spans several franchise companies, consistently delivering outstanding results by optimizing processes, leading high-performing teams and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Her athletic background has instilled the values of discipline, teamwork, and resilience – shaping her into a leader who inspires others through strategic planning, effective communication and a relentless drive for excellence.
LOCATION: Cleveland
BRANDS: Cold Stone Creamery, Rocky Mountain Chocolate, Maui Wowi, Kahala Coffee Traders, Unity Rd.