{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"PAP181: The benefits of joining a global network","description":"In this episode, Sam Street talks with Steve Leal, President &amp;amp; CEO of Fix Network, to discuss the network\u2019s presence and growth in the Australian market. We begin our discussion by comparing similarities between Australia and Canada, followed by a review of the network's efforts to develop a sustainable franchise system for entrepreneurs, and explore the benefits franchisees gain from being part of a global network. We also get an overview of Fix Network\u2019s official sponsorship with KICK Sauber F1\u00ae Team, their continued efforts to build consumer trust, and the type of business owners the network is looking for \u2014 highlighting the importance of staying up to date in a rapidly evolving industry. We wrap up with Steve\u2019s insights on working collaboratively with his franchisees, long-term investment strategies, and the level of commitment required. &amp;nbsp; Links &amp;amp; Resources: &amp;nbsp; Fix Network www.fixnetwork.com\/en ------------------------------ The Edge Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Paint and Panel, owned and published by Yaffa Media. Hosts: Sam Street &amp;amp; Grant McHerron Editor: Chris Visscher Producer: Steve Visscher Paint and Panel - \u00a9 2025 ","author_name":"Paint and Panel: The Edge","author_url":"http:\/\/paintandpanel.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/36743285\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/36743285"}