Young Chefs Academy CEO Leigh Feldman Nominated for 2026 Compassionate Leaders Circle Award
Leigh Feldman’s Compassionate Leadership Award recognition places the Youth Franchise Brands CEO among the Top 100 leaders in the 2026
Young Chefs Academy Charleston Big Brothers Big Sisters Partnership
The Young Chefs Academy Charleston Big Brothers Big Sisters partnership came to life on Saturday, March 14, as Young Chefs
Where the Kitchen Becomes a Classroom: How Young Chefs Academy is redefining youth enrichment through the powerful intersection of culinary education and STEM learning
The youth enrichment franchise market is more competitive — and more promising — than ever. Parents are searching for programs
What One Franchise CEO Wants Every Aspiring Owner to Know
Youth Franchise Brands leadership starts with a clear question: how do you build something that genuinely lasts? CEO Leigh Feldman
Young Chefs Academy of Maitland Homeschool Culinary Program
At Young Chefs Academy of Maitland, our Homeschool Culinary Program offers hands-on culinary education designed to build confidence, life skills,
Why a Real Kitchen Makes All the Difference in Kids’ Cooking Classes
If your child has taken a kids’ cooking class before, you’ve probably seen how powerful the experience can be. Kids
Why Storytelling and Relationships Matter in Today’s Workplace | Insights from Youth Franchise Brands CEO Leigh Feldman
Presented by the University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, the panel discussion “Finding a Fit: Communication for Employers
Finding Your Perfect Fit: A Guide to Kids Franchises
The children’s industry is booming. From educational programs to entertainment spaces, kid fitness centers to enrichment activities, franchises in the
What to Think About When Considering Franchising: The Franchisor Relationship
When evaluating franchise opportunities, most prospective franchisees focus on a familiar checklist: Business model economics Initial investment and fees Territory
Building Freedom Through Multi-Unit Franchising
Multi-unit franchising creates freedom by shifting franchise owners away from short-term margin optimization and toward long-term capacity building. Most franchise owners
Industry Trends in Childrens Education: 2026 Insights
Across the country, expectations around children’s education and enrichment are changing, with industry trends in children’s education pointing toward more
Youth Franchise Brands Recognized in the Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 Issue
As children’s enrichment programs expand nationwide, families face more choices than ever. The question is: which programs actually deliver quality
