In franchise development, timing is everything. Missing a lead can mean missing a future franchisee. In this episode of The Level Up Show, Robert Gandley reveals how AI helps franchisors respond instantly, connect more effectively, and book more qualified calls. From solving speed-to-lead challenges to creating a flywheel effect that fuels sustainable growth, Robert explains why AI isn’t just an efficiency tool, it’s the competitive edge franchisors can’t afford to ignore.
Robert Gandley helps franchisors and franchisees unlock profitability through AI. A pioneer in digital marketing, he built one of the first Google-based franchise lead generation agencies and now guides businesses in AI transformation and SEO to expand their digital footprint. His journey began in the early 1990s, just as the internet was emerging. Inspired by his father’s career in technology, Robert combined his finance and marketing background with a passion for computers and sales. After years in the corporate world with major brands, he shifted to entrepreneurship to build, own, and make a greater impact, ultimately leading him to franchising.
Featured in Entrepreneur Magazine and the Franchise Bible, Robert is recognized as a trusted thought leader in the franchise industry. An avid outdoorsman, he applies nature’s lessons to business: innovate, adapt, and push beyond limits.
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Website: https://franchisenow.ai/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robgandley/
Audio Book: In Market Leads by Christian Shaffer and Robert Gandley