Consulting/Development

Company Snapshot

• Year Founded: 2022.
• Headquarters Location: Oakville, Ontario, Canada.
• Ownership: Private.
• Key Executives: Corey Nicholson (Founding Partner \& CEO), Cindy Hill (Founding Partner \& COO).
• Number of Locations: Serves 60+ franchise brands as clients; operates from one principal location.
• Public Contact: Phone: 647-300-7149; Email: corey@cadencefranchising.com.

Company Overview

Cadence Franchising is a consulting firm dedicated to modernizing lead nurturing and franchise recruitment for franchisors, brokers, and lead generators. The company leverages CRM and marketing automation technologies to help franchise systems grow by engaging, qualifying, and converting franchisee candidates more efficiently and effectively.

Services Offered

• Consulting on franchise sales process modernization, from initial lead to franchise disclosure management.
• Technology-driven lead nurturing with CRM and marketing automation tools (e.g., Zoho CRM, Act-On, Textellent).
• Personalized candidate communication, screening, qualification, and onboarding.
• Tradeshow and digital lead capture optimization, including mobile tools and automated scheduling.

Value Proposition

• Industry Specialization: Primarily serves franchisors across diverse sectors in North America, Australia, and the UK, with notable experience in QSR, education, and retail, but not limited to specific industries.
• Key Benefits:
  • Accelerates growth by converting more qualified leads into franchisees.
  • Streamlines lead management and franchisee onboarding using best-in-class CRM and automation software.
  • Delivers a tailored, responsive sales experience that boosts engagement and conversion rates.
• Franchise Expertise: Proven track record with leading and emerging franchise brands such as McDonald's Canada, COBS Bread, Laser Clinics Canada, and Oxford Learning Centres; active members and committee leaders within the Canadian Franchise Association; IFA Certified Franchise Executives; and public case studies demonstrating results for franchise systems.