AC Inc

Ever wonder what exactly we do at AC Inc? Our founder Angela Coté, teamed up with Parker Media to create this inpiring founders video where she tells our story. Our mission? To strengthen field support teams, and close the gap in franchising to maximize profitability. How do we do this? Through our strategic growth coaching framework, we educate, train, and coach field support teams so that they are better at coaching and supporting franchisees. When franchisees have better support and better coaches, they perform better and everyone wins. #franchisesuccess #franchisedevelopment #founderstory #founder #franchisor #businessgrowth #businessowner

👏Employee retention is one of the biggest challenges for franchisees—and one of the most impactful areas to improve👏 By focusing on company culture and leadership, franchisees can create an environment where employees feel valued, connected, and motivated. As field support professionals, you play a critical role in this transformation. From helping franchisees uncover the root causes of turnover to coaching them on leadership and culture-building strategies, the steps you take can ripple out to improve team morale, customer experience, and business growth. 👉Pro tip: Encourage franchisees to regularly assess their company culture through tools like employee surveys, collaborative feedback sessions, and revisiting their vision and core values. Small, consistent actions over time lead to lasting change. Want more actionable strategies? Join the AC Roundtables for weekly insights and collaboration with peers who are tackling the same challenges. Together, we can build stronger franchise systems! #Leadership #Franchising #EmployeeRetention #CultureMatters #professionaldevelopment #franchisecommunity https://lnkd.in/giX56swx

Thank you Rob Flanagan, for your AWESOME review on our ACcelerator program. "Investing in the ACcelerator program was absolutely worth it. I am beyond impressed by the growth in profitability and franchisee performance since my field coach team member graduated." – Rob We're thrilled to hear that your franchise has experienced increased profitability, along with boosted confidence and competence in your field coach—leading to improved franchisee performance. Hounds Town USA #testimonialtuesday #testimonial #clientreview #results #beforeandafter

Coming up on this week's AC roundtables: 💥Franchisee websites - Microsites or Centralized? 💥Bringing on a new team member 💥Bringing in a new president or CEO 💥Toxic franchisees PS. Shoutout to our awesome sponsors, Parker Media and CareerPlug! #FranchiseGrowth #Roundtablediscussion #franchiseleaders #franchisesupport #franchisecommunity #franchisor #roundtable

Excellence doesn’t happen by accident—it’s the result of proactive planning and intentional action. At AC Inc., this is at the heart of what we teach because in franchising, reactive problem-solving won’t get you to your goals. You can’t reach those big milestones or hit those KPIs if you’re not: 📊 Measuring what matters. 🎯 Setting clear goals and aligning on the action steps to achieve them. 📅 Planning for the future instead of just reacting to the day-to-day. Whether it’s improving profitability, scaling growth, or strengthening operations, success starts with a strategy—and the tools to execute it consistently. So, here’s the question: Have you started planning for 2025? What goals will you set, what metrics will you track, and what steps will you take to move the needle? Let’s stop putting out fires and start building something remarkable. What’s your first step toward a proactive plan for next year? #franchising #franchisecommunity #franchise #businessplanning #businessmindset #proactive #growthstrategy

Our final ACcelerator Program of the year kicked off this week, and WOW—it’s already clear that this group is here to make BIG moves in 2025! Seeing field support professionals dive in with so much energy and curiosity is a reminder of how crucial their role is in the success of franchise systems. But let’s be real—field support isn’t always easy. Without the right skills and resources, it can feel like: 😬 Having tough conversations without the confidence to navigate them effectively. 🤯 Balancing a million priorities while trying to create a meaningful impact. 🤷♂️ Wondering if your efforts are truly helping franchisees grow. That’s why the ACcelerator Program is designed to do more than just hand you a certificate (although, yes, the certificate is pretty fancy 😉). It’s about giving you the tools, strategies, and confidence to: 💡 Build trust and credibility with your franchisees. 🎯 Create real, measurable results. 💥 Step into your role as a strategic partner, not just a problem-solver. If you’ve been thinking about leveling up your field support skills, don’t wait—our rates are going up in 2025! Pre-Register ➝ https://shorturl.at/QiG0z to secure 2024 pricing and kickstart your journey as a certified franchise field coach. 👉 What would having the right tools and confidence mean for your role in 2025? Let’s make it happen! #franchisegrowth #professionaldevelopment #franchising #franchisesuccess #franchisesupport #fieldsupport #educationandtraining #becomecertified

In franchising, success isn’t just about operations—it’s about mindset. Transforming franchisees from operators into strategic business owners can be the game-changer your system needs. But how do you create that shift at scale? 👉That’s where our Performance Group Coaching comes in. Imagine a cohort of six franchisees coming together every month to: 🤝 Collaborate and share real-world insights. 🎯 Set meaningful goals and commit to action steps. 📈 Build the skills they need to grow beyond the day-to-day grind. Over six months, these 90-minute sessions become a space for accountability, learning, and progress. Franchisees walk away with the tools—and the confidence—to take their businesses to the next level. The result? Happier, more engaged franchisees who think strategically and act intentionally. What if your franchise system’s future was shaped by owners who felt empowered, not overwhelmed? #franchisegrowth #franchisesuccess #businesscoach #fractionalservice #professionaldevelopment #coachingandtraining #trainingandeducation https://lnkd.in/ejExg76N

Love this! 👉The key takeaway: Long-term franchise success starts with clarity, accountability, and understanding the WHY. Equip franchisees to think big, act intentionally, and grow sustainably—and watch the transformation unfold. 🙌 Angela Coté, #franchisegrowth #franchisesuccess #franchisesupport #franchisecommunity

Sometimes franchisors know they need better franchisee support but they don't know where to begin. 👉That's where AC Inc comes in. In fact, if you set up an assessment call with one of our team members to go over your current pain points and we can help you map out the road to success. https://lnkd.in/gUK2JTnD #franchisor #franchisesuccess #franchisegrowth #franchisesupport 

🌟 “Go Be Awesome” or “Don’t Be Sh*tty”—Which Mindset Drives You? At AC Inc, we live by two core mottos that perfectly sum up how we approach our work and relationships: Go Be Awesome (GBA) and Don’t Be Sh*tty (DBS). While they aim for the same result—accountability, effort, and excellence—they reflect two very different mindsets: 💥GBA is about bringing your absolute best to everything you do. It’s aspirational, positive, and encourages you to reach for greatness in your actions, interactions, and results. 🤝DBS takes a more straightforward, no-nonsense approach. It’s not about being exceptional; it’s about showing up, staying accountable, and not letting your team or yourself down. It’s doing the right thing, even when no one’s watching. 👏Both capture what we believe in at AC Inc: taking ownership, giving it your all, and lifting up the people around you. Our Director Of Advising, Brecon, fully embodies the DBS mindset. It's not just a saying for him—it’s a way of life! So, which motto resonates more with you? Are you a GBA, chasing greatness? Or a DBS, keeping it real and steady? Comment below! #Leadership #Mindset #Teamwork #Accountability #franchisecommunity #businessmindset