
Authentic, Experienced Franchise Industry Advisor
for Buyers, Investors & Businesses
Are you considering franchise business ownership? Get educated BEFORE your start looking and Search Like a CEO!
Are you a franchisor or licensor looking to grow & expand? Interested in franchising your own business model?
Existing franchisee looking for guidance?
Welcome! You've come to the right spot.
Don Taylor, Experienced Franchise Industry Consultant.

As a long-standing industry veteran, there are many ways I bring value to
my clients. Given my background as a franchise owner, experience as a business-building executive, and extensive work as a broker, I'm contracted
for a wide variety of services.
Buyers: I'm passionate about helping people get into business for themselves. And having been a franchisee several times over, I know exactly how overwhelming and complicated the entire process can be. So, I created the Search Like a CEO program, where I educate, coach, and empower prospective business owners and investors to make well-informed decisions.
Business Clients: Franchisors, licensors, and private companies engage me for management consulting services to evaluate, implement, and oversee their business processes. I help them grow, develop, and position themselves to realize their vision, whatever that may be. And depending on the project, I may also serve as an investor, executive, or board member myself.
In every case, I bring a servant leadership approach and tailor my services
to meet clients right where they are at.
Sound interesting? Let's talk. I'd love to hear your story and see if I can help.
A Few Benefits of Our Services
Your Personal Advisor
Our relationship is simple:
I work for you, which means we are laser focused on your best interests.
You'll get expert advice based on 30 years of industry experience as a franchise owner, business building executive & consultant
Industry Knowledge
Franchising is complex. Get industry insight and a behind the scenes look at how
it all works.
Learn how to Search like a CEO and proceed with confidence to make well-informed decisions
Connections & Contacts
As part of our process, you'll have access to key industry contacts, such as top franchisors, resales, placement specialists, franchise attorneys, CPAs, support services, funding sources, investors, M&A opportunities, and more
Trusted by Candidates, Investors & Businesses
Throughout the US and Canada
He exceeded our expectations
"I would highly recommend Franchise Success Partners when considering a possible franchise opportunity. Don is a great listener and, quite frankly, had the difficult task of finding us the right opportunity. He exceeded our expectations, and we are on to our next journey."
Scott
Multi-Unit Absentee Franchisee in PA
Beams honesty and bleeds integrity
"It is beyond rare that you come across someone as authentic in business as Don! A true professional that beams honesty and bleeds integrity. I met Don over LinkedIn. I could immediately sense he believes, with a measured approach, in the services that he offers to people looking for a way to change their career path, financial situation, and lifestyle."
Brian
Multi-Unit Construction Franchisee in MI
Creative & Resourceful
"Don was extremely knowledgeable in providing franchise options. His experience showed through with the advice and recommendations that he made as I explored the options he shared. He was very supportive and professional through the process. I highly recommend working with Don to explore franchises."
Kevin
Multi-Unit Senior Care Franchisee in CO