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Connecting Dreams with Real-World Kitchens At Young Chefs Academy of Seminole, culinary education isn’t confined to the classroom, it’s about helping young people discover where their passion can take them. That philosophy came to life when Lilly, a dedicated student in our MasterChef program, spent the day shadowing professional chefs at the Belleair Country Club. … Continued

When Leigh Feldman, CEO of Youth Franchise Brands, joined The Glenn Gow CEO Success Coach podcast, the conversation centered on a question every visionary leader faces: How do you scale without losing the soul of your brand? With a career spanning global icons like Google, Nike, Disney, and Red Bull, Feldman has learned that growth … Continued

On October 8, 2025, representatives from Youth Franchise Brands — the parent company of Young Chefs® Academy and Flour Power Studios — will attend the U.S. Chamber of Commerce CO—100 Small Business Forum, one of the most anticipated events for small business leaders nationwide. The forum will bring together the Top 100 small businesses in … Continued

Youth Franchise Brands Takes the Spotlight At this year’s Strategic Accounts Summit 2025 in Missoula, Montana, industry leaders from fitness, wellness, and technology converged to shape the future of franchising. Among them stood Youth Franchise Brands, the parent company behind Young Chefs Academy and Flour Power Cooking Studios. Their presence on the official roster of … Continued

In this energizing episode of the 4 Peaks Parents Podcast, host Thomas Miller sits down with Leigh Feldman, CEO of Youth Franchise Brands (parent company of Young Chefs Academy and Flower Power Studios), to explore a simple but transformative idea: put kids in the kitchen and confidence follows. Across the conversation, they unpack how structured … Continued

Franchising isn’t just about business ownership—it’s about finding purpose in what you create. Leigh Feldman, CEO of Youth Franchise Brands, recently joined Rodric Lenhart on Million Dollar Flip Flops to share his path from classroom teacher to leader of youth-focused franchises, including Young Chefs Academy and Flour Power Studios. His journey reveals how passion, structure, … Continued

This article distills highlights from an exclusive interview hosted by Precision Franchise with Youth Franchise Brands CEO Leigh Feldman about the mission, model, and momentum behind Young Chefs Academy. Back-to-school season resets routines. Sports gear returns to the trunk, music lessons dot the calendar, and parents quietly wonder, Are we building the right skills for … Continued

This July, Young Chefs Academy San Antonio welcomed children into a magical Smurf Village, where the kitchen came alive with color, creativity, and culinary exploration. Our Smurfs Movie Workshop was more than just an afternoon of sweet treats. It was a carefully designed hands-on culinary class, blending skill-building with imaginative fun. From edible moss to … Continued

The kitchen buzzed with excitement at Young Chefs Academy The Woodlands as students showcased their culinary creativity in the recent Macaron Competition. Among an array of colorful confections, one young chef stood out—Chef Adelynn—who secured 1st place overall with her elegant Orange Vanilla Macarons. Dressed in her chef’s coat with confidence beyond her years, Chef … Continued

At Young Chefs Academy of Seminole, culinary exploration isn’t just for kids. Corporate groups and adult teams are discovering how stepping into the kitchen can transform workplace dynamics. Recently, the Grow Financial Largo team joined us for an engaging corporate team-building event that combined skill-building, creativity, and a delicious meal shared together. Cooking Together, Connecting … Continued