Former Cincinnati Bengal Shares His Franchise Journey with Pink Zebra Moving!

In this episode, I sit down with Drue Chrisman, a former professional athlete turned Pink Zebra Moving franchise owner. Drue owns three territories in the Ohio–Indiana–Kentucky Tri-State area, and he's breaking down everything from start-up costs and profit margins to team culture and marketing strategy.

If you're researching franchise opportunities, service businesses, or specifically want to know how to start a moving company franchise, this is the must-watch episode for you.

👇  Timestamps & Key Topics
00:00 – Intro: Meet Drue Chrisman, Pink Zebra Franchisee
01:45 – Why Choose Franchising Over Starting a Business from Scratch
04:10 – Investing in 3 Territories: Strategy for Local Dominance
07:25 – Franchise Startup Costs: $200K Breakdown
10:45 – Local Marketing & Building Name Recognition
13:10 – Real Profit Margins & Monthly Revenue Goals ($150K–$200K)
16:20 – Owner Compensation vs. Reinvesting in the Business
19:00 – Hiring Movers: Team Culture, Retention, and Training
22:05 – Employee Experience: Breakfasts, Damage Funds, and Events
25:15 – Common Franchisee Mistakes (Semi-Absentee Misconceptions)
28:40 – Advice for First-Time Franchise Owners
31:15 – Cornerstone of Success: Consistency, Hard Work, Leadership
33:00 – Final Thoughts & How to Get Started

✅ Topics Covered:

• How much does a moving franchise cost?
• Pink Zebra Moving franchise review
• Franchise start-up costs & fees explained
• Profit margins in home service franchises
• Building a moving company brand in your local market
• Hiring, training, and retaining great employees
• The truth about semi-absentee franchise models
• Franchise vs. independent business: pros and cons
• Advice for first-time franchise buyers

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