Growing a Franchise
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Executive Q&A with Raintree Founder Brent Dowling
Dowling gives insight into the brand's history, biggest milestones and plans for growth in the franchise industry.
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Growing a Franchise
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Dowling gives insight into the brand's history, biggest milestones and plans for growth in the franchise industry.
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About the Author
Lauren has more than 12 years of experience in public relations, social media and content production. She has managed internal and external communication to deliver impactful business results for brands in the hospitality, retail, education and e-commerce sectors.
Lauren has a Master of Arts in Communication and a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and Spanish from Illinois State University. In her spare time, Lauren enjoys reading, traveling and spending time with her husband, son and dog.