Episode Details

At a time when private equity firms are acquiring many childcare franchises, the question of whether family operated or privately owned is a huge factor when deciding on a franchise.

Nick Powills, Publisher of 1851 Franchise, is joined by Children's Lighthouse President, Michael Brown, and VP of Franchise Development, Matt Kelton to unpack how staying family-owned in a private equity-heavy childcare market gives franchisees a fundamentally different experience.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-brown-cfe-93022515/

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For entrepreneurs evaluating higher-end childcare investments in 2026, Children's Lighthouse is betting that continuity of leadership, people-over-profits decisions, and a family-first culture will remain a powerful differentiator — for franchisees, families, and the children they serve.

Learn more about franchising with Children's Lighthouse:
https://1851franchise.com/childrens-lighthouse