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Ken SteinFranNet Franchise Consultant · serving clients nationwide

Before founding The Kensington Company and Kensington Franchise Sales, Ken Stein operated numerous drug stores and home health care companies on Long Island for 18 years. In 1995 he sold his business to Revco Drug Stores, then the second-largest drug chain in the U.S. At the time, one of his stores ranked third in sales volume out of Revco's entire 2,500-store chain, a result he built by emphasizing superior service in a competitive marketplace. He holds the Certified Business Intermediary designation from the International Business Brokers Association, and is one of only 37 to earn the advanced Master Merger and Acquisition Intermediary (MMAI) designation. He is also a Franchise Specialist with FranNet.
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Ken Stein, FranNet franchise consultant

How working with FranNet works

A proven, no-pressure process backed by FranNet's 35+ years, so you evaluate real options against your goals, budget, and lifestyle.

  1. 1

    Consult & assess

    We get clear on your goals, budget, and strengths, before looking at any brands.

  2. 2

    Match & research

    You review vetted franchise options that actually fit, with the numbers explained.

  3. 3

    Introduce & validate

    Meet franchisors, talk to owners, and review disclosures with guidance.

  4. 4

    Decide & sign

    Guidance through evaluation, validation, funding, and the franchise agreement, so you reach a confident signing decision.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to work with Ken?

Nothing. Working with Ken Stein and FranNet is completely free. Franchise brands pay a fee to FranNet, not you. You get local, expert franchise guidance in your area at no cost, and franchise pricing is federally regulated, so there's never a mark-up for working with a consultant.

Do you help people find franchises in your area?

Yes. Ken Stein works with aspiring owners across your area, matching local candidates with vetted franchise opportunities that fit their goals, budget, and lifestyle, and knowing which concepts tend to perform in this market.

What's the process for working with Ken?

It starts with a free consultation to understand your goals, budget, and strengths. From there Ken presents vetted franchise options that fit, facilitates introductions and validation with franchisors and existing owners, and supports you through evaluation, funding, and a confident signing decision.

How do I get started?

Book a free, no-obligation consultation using the scheduling link on this page. There's no cost and no pressure. It's simply a conversation about whether franchise ownership in your area is right for you.