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Paul SegretoCEO/Founder<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/segreto/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-influencers-paul-segreto-ceo-and-founder-acceler8success-2721515" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/in/segreto/</a>Now in his 40th year in franchising as a senior executive, consultant and coach, and entrepreneur, Segreto’s expertise has progressively expanded across all facets of franchise, restaurant, and small business management and development. His goals are twofold: to drive franchise success at all levels with a culture-to-growth philosophy, and to always connect the right people, brands and opportunities. Consulting with both startups and emerging brands since 2001, he is passionate about working with innovative brands that have developed or are working toward developing distinct points of competitive differentiation and/or unique end-user proposition. Providing coaching services during this same period, he’s committed to helping individuals, families and partners identify and achieve their entrepreneurial goals. Whether consulting with brands or coaching individuals, his objective is to architect and assist in implementing action plans to accelerate success. He’s been recognized as a Top Small Business Influencer by Fit Small Business, as a Top 100 Global Franchise Influencer by SEO Samba &amp; 1851 Franchise Magazine, and as a Top 100 Champion Small Business Influencer by Small Business Trends &amp; Small Biz Technology. He has achieved professional designations, including Certified Franchise Executive, Certified Franchise Broker and Certified Business Broker. An early adopter of podcasting, he has founded and hosted a number of franchise and small business podcasts, including the popular “Franchise Today” podcast that premiered in 2009 and is still broadcasting today. A very active participant in social media and an avid writer, he produces content daily on franchising, restaurants, small business and entrepreneurship. He’s also frequently called upon to share his expertise and perspective for blogs and digital publications focused on these topics. Projected to be published in 2023, he’s currently writing his first book “Local Entrepreneurship: A Return to Main Street.”<a href="https://acceler8success.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-influencers-paul-segreto-ceo-and-founder-acceler8success-2721515" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">About Acceler8Success Group</a>: Widely recognized as leading franchise and business development professionals, Acceler8Success Group senior leadership has extensive experience as senior-level executives at nationally recognized franchise brands, as multi-unit franchisees and developers within successful franchise systems, and as entrepreneurs in small business and restaurants. It has built upon its principles and methods for successful franchise brands across various industry segments, and service and restaurant businesses with distinct points of differentiation and competitive advantage. The company is positioned to work with domestic and international entrepreneurs seeking to launch a concept, expand an existing brand, and acquire or invest in an ongoing business. Languages spoken include English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, German and Russian. Members of Acceler8Success Group, along with its Strategic Partners, have earned designation as Certified Business Brokers &amp; Advisors, Certified Franchise Brokers, Certified Franchise Executives and Commercial Real Estate Brokers.

Franchise Influencers: Paul Segreto, CEO and Founder, Acceler8Success 

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Franchise Influencers: Paul Segreto, CEO and Founder, Acceler8Success

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