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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronbender?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=ron-bender-renowned-franchise-professional-passes-away-2727633" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Ron Bender</a>, a franchise professional who dedicated his life to helping others improve theirs through franchise ownership, passed away this past weekend.&nbsp; Bender had a distinguished career spanning over two decades in the franchising industry, holding leadership roles with numerous prominent brands. Most recently, he served as vice president of franchise development for&nbsp;<a href="https://frenchfloristfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=ron-bender-renowned-franchise-professional-passes-away-2727633" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">French Florist</a>, where he helped transform the business with innovative technology and a focus on customer experience.&nbsp; Throughout his career, Bender worked with well-known brands such as&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thresholdbrands.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=ron-bender-renowned-franchise-professional-passes-away-2727633" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Threshold Brands</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://envirologikfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=ron-bender-renowned-franchise-professional-passes-away-2727633" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">EnviroLogik</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://bigfrogfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=ron-bender-renowned-franchise-professional-passes-away-2727633" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Big Frog</a>, where his leadership contributed to significant growth and franchisee success. He also founded&nbsp;<a href="https://franlift.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=ron-bender-renowned-franchise-professional-passes-away-2727633" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">FranLift</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://focusfranchising.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=ron-bender-renowned-franchise-professional-passes-away-2727633" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Future Focus Franchise Consulting</a>, providing guidance to startups and established brands alike by systemizing the franchise development process. With a deep understanding of franchise operations, marketing and candidate engagement, Bender’s impact on the industry was both profound and far-reaching. His expertise, coupled with his passion for mentoring, helped countless individuals achieve their dreams of franchise ownership. His impact extended far beyond the professional realm, leaving a lasting legacy in the franchise community.On October 10, 2023, Bender was featured on an episode of the “Meet the Zor” podcast, where he discussed his journey in the franchise industry and his passion for helping people make positive changes in their lives. You can watch the interview&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YrFoOeS-lvw&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=ron-bender-renowned-franchise-professional-passes-away-2727633" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here</a>.

Ron Bender | Celebrating the Life and Legacy of a Franchise Industry Leader

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Bender’s dedication to mentoring others and his commitment to improving lives through franchise ownership earned him a stellar reputation in the industry.

Ron Bender, Renowned Franchise Professional, Passes Away 

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