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Blake MartinFranNet Franchise Consultant · serving clients nationwide

Blake brings two decades of franchising and small business ownership experience. He is a Certified Franchise Executive and a graduate of the University of Michigan's Psychology Program. Over the years, Blake has built franchise systems from the ground up, helped found a start-up, and assisted hundreds of people in becoming small business owners. Today he owns his own small business franchise, FranNet of The Heartland. His free podcast, Heartland Franchise Guy, is available on all major podcast platforms. Blake also volunteers with organizations including The Business Ethics Alliance, SCORE, the Veterans in Business Forum, Bunker Labs, Offutt's Boots to Business program, SourceLink Nebraska, and the Entrepreneurs Education Collaborative.
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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 Blake?

Nothing. Working with Blake Martin 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. Blake Martin 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 Blake?

It starts with a free consultation to understand your goals, budget, and strengths. From there Blake 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.