FranchiseU! Episode 95: Onyi Odunukwe (Glo Tanning)

In this episode of FranchiseU!, Kathy speaks with Onyi Odunukwe. They discuss Odunukwe’s unique journey from studying nursing to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the tanning salon industry as CEO of Glo Tanning. 

Despite initial family disapproval and an industry marred by bad press, Odunukwe’s perseverance led him to build over 100 salons that offer a range of services beyond tanning, including red light therapy. Odunukwe emphasizes the importance of technology in running Glow Salons efficiently, the need for franchisees to become or provide committed operators and his own innovative business model leveraging real estate. Odunukwe also discusses the challenges of staffing and the “Own Your Future” program, which helps employees become store owners. The episode sheds light on the significance of relationships in franchising and maintaining high standards and low costs for services.

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