Back Nine Golf
On this episode of Retail Intel, host Brian Sheehan sits down with Brady Carlsen, co-founder and COO of The Back Nine Golf, a fast-growing indoor golf concept redefining how and where people play the game. They explore how The Back Nine Golf’s 24/7, technology-driven, BYOB model has scaled rapidly through franchising while keeping operations simple and flexible for owners. Brady shares insights on the rise of indoor golf, the role of data and AI in player development, and what the future holds f
FACE FOUNDRIÉ
A facial can be fast, luxurious, and accessible- and still scale nationwide. We sit down with FACE FOUNDRIÉ founder Michele Henry to unpack how an open-air, under-an-hour service became a franchisable engine powered by walk-ins, memberships, and a meticulously designed client journey. From the first location next to a Starbucks to a flagship on Austin’s South Congress, Michele explains why patience in Class A real estate and the right co-tenants can change a brand’s trajectory.
Quesadilla Gorilla
What happens when a chef treats a tortilla like a canvas and a restaurant like a community lab? Miguel Reyes, cofounder of Quesadilla Gorilla, shares how a tiny Fresno storefront grew into a franchise-ready brand rooted in scratch cooking, playful specials, and authentic connection. We unpack the systems behind consistent quality, the menu philosophy that balances tradition with experimentation, and the real estate strategy that favors grocery-anchored centers over drive-thrus. If you're curious
The Acres
Brian sits down with Todd Gailor, the visionary co-founder of this one-of-a-kind destination that’s transforming Cincinnati’s Mill Creek. From golf and gourmet bites to a thriving sense of community, The Acres is redefining what it means to bring people together.
