I’m Daren Hawthorne — attorney, business strategist, and franchise expert — building this channel to help entrepreneurs grow smarter, scale faster, and protect what they’ve built.

I’ve overseen over $4 billion in franchise system revenue, helped brands grow from one location to dozens, and guided founders through everything from lease negotiations to Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs).

This channel breaks it all down in a clear, visual, and actionable way.

What you’ll learn here:

How franchising really works

Legal insights for entrepreneurs

Step-by-step growth strategies

What to watch for in contracts, FDDs, and franchise deals

If you're serious about ownership, scalability, and protecting your business, you’re in the right place.

Subscribe and build with me — in real time.