10/14/2026
Franchise expansion isn’t about saying yes to every opportunity. The strongest brands grow by making smart decisions about the people, markets, and opportunities that can strengthen the business for the long term.
Kristie Kalinowski, Vice President of Franchise Development at Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, has built her career helping established franchise brands expand. A Certified Franchise Executive, she has worked with several hundred franchise owners and brings extensive experience from Hand & Stone, Primrose Schools, and Sylvan Learning.
We’ll explore the mindset behind smarter franchise expansion and what experienced development leaders understand about building strong, scalable franchise systems.
Join us Wednesday, October 14th at 11 a.m. Central for Fordify LIVE.
Watch live on LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, and other social platforms.
If you miss the live broadcast, catch the replay on The Business Growth Show Podcast.