Welcome back to another episode of Franchise Envy! I’m your host, Lance Graulich, and today I’m joined by powerhouse duo Dawn and Pam—sisters, business partners, and two of the four owners behind one of Conserva Irrigations’ most successful franchise locations. From winning Rookie of the Year to recently being crowned Franchise of the Year, their story is packed with strategy, grit, and smart franchise ownership. Whether you’re already in the game or just starting your research, this episode is a must-watch.
Welcome back to another episode of Franchise Envy! I’m your host, Lance Graulich, and today I’m joined by powerhouse duo Dawn and Pam—sisters, business partners, and two of the four owners behind one of Conserva Irrigations’ most successful franchise locations.
From winning Rookie of the Year to recently being crowned Franchise of the Year, their story is packed with strategy, grit, and smart franchise ownership. Whether you’re already in the game or just starting your research, this episode is a must-watch.
👇 Timestamps & Topics
00:00 - Intro & Welcome to Franchise Envy
01:07 - Meet Dawn & Pam: Sisters, Franchisees, Leaders
03:05 - How They Discovered Conserva Irrigation
06:50 - Why Franchise > Starting From Scratch
08:30 - Starting During COVID: The Unexpected Advantage
11:45 - $200K Startup Investment: What It Covered
14:30 - Why They Hit $2.5M in Revenue (And Their Margins)
17:50 - Setting Goals: How They Beat Their 2025 Target Early
20:10 - Breaking Into Commercial: $1M in New Revenue
23:00 - Franchise Collaboration & Mentorship
25:45 - Top Mistakes Underperforming Franchisees Make
29:00 - The Seasonality Challenge & Staff Retention Strategy
32:25 - Role Breakdown: How 4 Owners Divide & Conquer
35:10 - Follow the Plan: Their #1 Key to Success
36:55 - The Tie-Breaker System & Keeping Harmony
39:10 - What’s Next: Future Growth + A Secret Tease 👀
40:00 - Final Wisdom & Advice to Franchisees
41:40 - Outro: Book a Call, Subscribe, & Stay Tuned
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