Franchising with Katie

06/16/2026

A recent article from The Economist described franchising as a quiet wealth-building engine for American entrepreneurs.

What’s striking isn’t that franchising creates successful business owners.
It’s that so many people still don’t realize it.

Every week, we meet candidates who assume business ownership requires inventing something new, raising capital, or taking on extraordinary risk. More often, success is built through serving customers well, building a great team, following a proven system, and growing over time.

That’s why franchising continues to attract entrepreneurs from every background, from corporate leaders and military veterans to first-time business owners.

At Empower Brands Franchising and Bumble Roofing , we’re proud to support franchisees who are building businesses, creating jobs, serving their communities, and creating long-term opportunities for their families.

The opportunities may not always make headlines, but they continue to change lives every day.



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06/16/2026

A recent article from The Economist described franchising as a quiet wealth-building engine for American entrepreneurs.

What's striking isn't that franchising creates successful business owners.
It's that so many people still don't realize it.

Every week, we meet candidates who assume business ownership requires inventing something new, raising capital, or taking on extraordinary risk. More often, success is built through serving customers well, building a great team, following a proven system, and growing over time.

That's why franchising continues to attract entrepreneurs from every background, from corporate leaders and military veterans to first-time business owners.

At Empower Brands and Bumble Roofing , we're proud to support franchisees who are building businesses, creating jobs, serving their communities, and creating long-term opportunities for their families.

The opportunities may not always make headlines, but they continue to change lives every day.



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06/10/2026

A roof is more than shingles and nails.

It’s protection, peace of mind, and one of the most important investments a homeowner will ever make.

Today, we celebrate the Bumble Roofing franchise owners helping families protect what matters most while building businesses rooted in trust, service, and community.

Happy World Franchise Day to the entrepreneurs making Roofing, the Easy Way™ possible across the country.

🍯 Learn more about our franchise opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/e75zArTt

06/10/2026

Back in December, our Founder and Brand President, joined .paladichuk on the Nail A.I. Podcast to talk about building a roofing company that thinks differently.

This week, the conversation is getting a fresh spotlight through the newly released feature highlighting the mindset, systems, and customer experience philosophy behind !

One of the biggest takeaways?
Bumble Roofing approaches roofing more like a hospitality company than a traditional contractor. From tech-forward quoting tools to white-glove customer experience, the focus has always been on making homeowners feel taken care of throughout the process.

The feature also touches on something we believe strongly in across Empower Brands: Local ownership still matters. Great brands are built through people, relationships, and operators who genuinely care about the communities they serve.

If you’re interested in the future of home services, franchising, or how experience-driven brands continue to stand out in crowded industries, this is a great read: https://lnkd.in/ebA4CmRq

05/20/2026

The Women’s Franchise Network Tampa Bay Chapter is hosting our annual Summer Kick-Off, and you’re invited!

This is NOT a woman’s only event, anybody and everybody in the franchise space (or curious) is welcome!

We’re heading to the beach at Whiskey Joe’s to soak up the sand, sun, and water vibes.
When: 5/29/2-26
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST
Where: Whiskey Joe’s Bar & Grill (On the Beach!)
Wear: Your favorite beach gear and sandals.
Note: Bring your credit card for food and drinks.

Come hang out, socialize, and help us dive into Summer 2026! All are welcome—see you on the sand! 🏖️🍹

05/20/2026

Did your city make the list? 👀

just released its latest rankings of the best cities to start a business, looking at factors like business environment, access to resources, and business costs.

One thing it reinforces for us? Opportunity for and other fantastic is everywhere right now for entrepreneurs looking to build something meaningful in their local communities.

And as skilled trades and blue-collar industries continue to rise, home services remains one of the strongest spaces to build a business rooted in real demand and long-term need.

If you’ve been exploring business ownership opportunities, there’s never been a better time to take a closer look at the home services industry.



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05/08/2026

Happy Mothers Day to all of you amazing moms💗

Below is very sweet Mothers Day post from my Bumble Roofing family.

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If you know Katie Lepper, you know she’s probably doing 14 things at once and somehow still finding time to hype people up along the way.

This week, we’re celebrating the moms across the Bumble Roofing network and today, we’re spotlighting our Director of Franchise Development, Katie Lepper.

For Katie, motherhood has shaped the way she approaches both work and life.

“I work hard so my children will have the freedom and power to be whatever they want. I show them what healthy boundaries look like and a work/life balance. Persistence in my career will show them they can be anyone they want to be, but it takes hard work, grit, and determination.”

And according to her son Brody? Mom mostly “yaps on Teams all day.” 😂
But he also calls her “Boss Mom,” says she does “epic” things, and apparently thinks she’s “iconic” when he sees her podcast clips and posts which honestly, feels pretty accurate. 👑 🐝

One thing Katie hopes other moms remember while navigating their careers:
“Family first! Kids will grow up and start their own families one day. Create memories of quality time together now.”

She’s also passionate about helping people create lives that feel more aligned with what matters most, which is a huge part of why she believes so deeply in entrepreneurship and franchising.

And whether she’s talking to candidates, coworkers, or her own kids, one phrase comes up often: “I’m so proud of you.” Because sometimes hearing that from someone you respect changes everything!

We’re grateful for Katie and for all the mothers across Bumble Roofing who continue to lead with grit, heart, humor, and authenticity every day.

05/04/2026

Every year we show up for the outfits, the bets, and the energy of the Kentucky Derby… but this year hit different.

Watching Golden Tempo come from the back, and the emotion at the finish…..we were in tears. I’ve never rooted harder. This is the first time a female trainer ( ) has won the Kentucky Derby 🐎🎉💃

It was a reminder: sometimes you’re the one coming from behind, showing up in spaces not always built for you… and still, you win.

To ALL the women in business, home services, and especially roofing, keep going. We’re not just in the race… we’re leading it 🐝

04/28/2026

From Teams calls to real-life time together 🙌

Counting down the minutes until the Franchise Development crew is all back in one room 🐝

We connect every week, but nothing replaces that face-to-face time, the conversations, the energy, the alignment. This team truly runs like a well-oiled machine, and it shows in everything we do.

Throwing it back to February when we were last all together… and getting so excited to do it again 👇(we will be missing those that are holding the fort down)

Even better, we’ll be spending time with our incredible partners at , getting dialed in and ready to make this summer BIG.

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04/27/2026

So excited to be heading to Philly this week for the “Perfect Conference”🐝

Can’t wait to buzz around with the rockstar TPF crew and talk all things , bringing the hive energy all the way to the City of Brotherly Love.

If you see me running between sessions like Rocky Balboa, just know I’m chasing great conversations… and maybe a cheesesteak or two 😄