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Doug Stout
Senior Franchise Consultant
About Doug Stout
Doug has been a key player in the franchising industry for over 20 years. Originally from West Virginia, he moved to South Carolina 25 years ago, driven by his strong entrepreneurial spirit. Even as a child, Doug showed his business acumen by running his own paper route and a summer yard work service.
After earning a degree in Business from West Virginia University, Doug began his career in IT recruiting and staffing. Following a corporate merger, he shifted his focus to franchising, a field where his skills truly shined. He was awarded his first franchise as a franchise coach and has since guided thousands of clients toward business ownership.
Throughout his career, Doug has owned a diverse range of franchises, from Masters/Regional Development to semi-absentee models. His expertise in coaching, mentoring, and advising has made him a valuable resource for individuals considering self-employment. Known for his patience, depth of knowledge, and direct approach, Doug has become a trusted advisor in the franchising space.
Doug now resides in Greenville, SC, with his wife Laura, their 10-year-old daughter Shelley, and their dog Melonie.
Bill Polk
Senior Franchise Consultant
About Bill Polk
You’re investigating the next step in your career path. You think it will be small business ownership but not sure of the right industry or the model you want to pursue. There are many choices available to you, how do you educate yourself on the best path for you? Bill has been exactly in your shoes and can and wants to help you. With over 25 years in business leadership, including franchise ownership, Bill understands how to work with individuals to help them succeed. He has worked in manufacturing, software, IT infrastructure, project management, supply chain management as well as as an owner of a Dogtopia franchise. His diverse background allows him to ably advise clients in all facets of business, including industry analysis, business plan and strategic development, pro forma and budgeting, cash flow management, staffing and operations.
Deciding to move into a new phase of your career involving business ownership is one of the most exciting things you can ever do. It does not have to be daunting, however, and you don’t have to do it alone. Bill can help you. Bill has lived and worked all over the US, in Mexico and overseas in Germany & France. He’s originally from the south side of Chicago and has lived in the greater Boston area for the past 20 years. After receiving his undergraduate degree from The College of the Holy Cross he was an officer in the United States Marine Corps, and then went on to earn an MBA from Stanford’s Graduate School of Business as well as a Masters degree from Stanford’s School of Education. He loves spending time with his 5 children and doting on his three grandsons.
Brandon Siegfried
Senior Franchise Consultant
About Brandon Siegfried
Passionate about community and conservation, Brandon has had numerous nonprofit director roles over the years, including but not limited to – Ducks Unlimited, Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry, Public Land Access Association and Colorado Resident Hunters Association.
Brandon has worked alongside hundreds of franchise brands and hundreds of clients with the sole purpose of providing unmatched services as a top-tier coach/recruiter in the franchise consulting space
Ron Sacco
Senior Franchise Consultant
About Ron Sacco
Ron Sacco knows what it’s like to take on a life altering decision such as choosing the right franchise. He has been a successful franchisor and because of his belief in franchising, he is confident that anyone with an entrepreneurial spirit and drive to succeed, can benefit from the numerous rewards of owning a franchise business. Ron guides his candidates through a well-defined and proven process to help them find their piece of the American Dream. Ron has been an entrepreneur for 31 years. He started 3 unique mobile document shredding companies in 3 different locations and ultimately sold them to national fortune 500 players. He also was a national sales trainer for Iron Mountain Corp. and was the VP of franchise development for a large shredding franchise. In 2005 he started a senior care franchise where he worked in franchise development and was the CEO until 2011.
In 2011 he started a franchise coaching company called franchise5, which helps people find their entrepreneurial dreams. In 2017 he started another franchise Junk-it, which is a junk removal and recycling company. check out junk5.com In 2023 he started a local moving franchise “we are trying to disrupt the moving industry. I recently moved and had an awful experience. We decided with our home services knowledge and 31 years in business, we can be much better and thoughtful to customers. Hence move5 was born and we are ready to actually care about the customers transition into a new home or location.” We will WOW them with a smile and make moving fun and easy! check out move-5.com According to Ron, “meeting new people is the most exciting thing for me, especially when we become good friends and colleague for years. I pride myself on the friends that I have made throughout my corporate and personal life. I look forward to helping you through your journey to finding your entrepreneurial dreams, and a life of financial freedom. Please contact Ron any time to start the franchise5 process. I will work for you, keeping your best interest in mind at all times.”
Marissa Carrella
Franchise Consultant
About Marissa Carrella
Transitioning from corporate America, Marissa shifted her focus to franchise consulting, combining her extensive corporate experience with her deep appreciation for entrepreneurship. In this role, she works closely with clients to help them explore and discover business ownership opportunities that align with their unique goals, lifestyles, and aspirations. Her dedication lies in empowering others to achieve the freedom, flexibility, and financial security that come with entrepreneurship.
Marissa resides in College Grove, Tennessee, where she enjoys a fulfilling balance between her professional endeavors and family life with her husband, Tony, their three boys, and two Leonberger dogs. When she’s not working with clients, she can often be found immersing herself in the vibrant Nashville music scene, a passion that reflects her love for creativity and community.
Joshua Dickson
Franchise Consultant
About Joshua Dickson
With over 25 years of experience in finance, business strategy, and business startup consulting, Joshua Dickson is a trusted advisor for those exploring business ownership through franchising.
Josh’s first up-close exposure to franchise operations came in the early 2000s when he was a co-founder and financial controller at Allied Media, a franchise development company.
Following roles as an analyst at CME and Citadel, where he developed expertise in financial markets and strategic decision-making, Josh founded a successful consulting practice. Over the years, he provided expert guidance on post-merger advisory and integration, startup advisory, and valuations, helping businesses navigate complex transitions and achieve sustainable growth.
Josh currently co-owns an AI software company where he serves as an advisor, writer, and speaker.
As a consultant with The Perfect Franchise (TPF), Josh leverages his extensive experience to guide individuals through franchise ownership and business startup, offering strategic advice grounded in research and operational clarity.
Known for his strategic insight and mentoring approach, Josh helps clients make informed, fact-based decisions in business ownership. Outside of work, Josh enjoys fine art, music, fitness and the outdoors. He is a licensed CPA with a Bachelor’s from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee and a Master’s from the University of Chicago. A proud father of two exceptional young women, he lives in Florida with his wife and two dogs.
Nicole Amico
Franchise Consultant
About Nicole Amico
Nicole Amico joined The Perfect Franchise as a consultant in 2025, bringing with her a wealth of diverse franchise experience. As a franchisee herself, she offers a unique perspective on what it takes to build and grow a business. Nicole is also a Certified Franchise Executive who previously served as Chief Operating Officer for a franchise technology company and Senior Vice President of Development for a franchise development firm. She has helped countless franchisors find the right franchisees and understands the value a strong candidate brings to a business.
After earning her BA from Lehigh University, Nicole moved to Manhattan, where she spent two decades rising through the ranks at some of the country’s top media companies. Always on the business side, her focus was helping clients drive revenue—work that became both her profession and her passion.
Nicole believes everyone should be educated about franchising and have the opportunity to change their life through business ownership. She now lives just a few miles from her childhood home in Ridgewood, NJ, with her husband, children and goldendoodle.
