Why This Web Developer Left the Industry To Find a New Passion With Griswold Franchise in Prior Lake, Minnesota

After 15 years in tech, Merne Asplund felt a calling for deeper connection and community impact. His new Griswold franchise is a family-run mission to bring compassionate care home.

By Luca Piacentini1851 Franchise Managing Editor

9:00 AM • 09/17/25

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