Hello, I'm Alan Regala.

My Journey to Franchise Coaching

My journey to franchise coaching began during my years as a junior tennis player, where I first developed the foundations of discipline, lifelong learning, and grit. These principles were further reinforced while competing as a D1 tennis player at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, and would later prove essential to my business success.

After earning my Master's in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford and working with innovative companies like IDEO, I ventured into entrepreneurship. My first business was built from scratch, teaching me valuable lessons about the challenges of creating every system and process without a blueprint.

Everything changed when I discovered franchising. I invested in a home services franchise and spent 14 years growing it into a multi-million dollar business, becoming the top performer in my franchise system before successfully selling it. This experience showed me the power of combining entrepreneurial freedom with proven systems.

Why I Became a Franchise Coach

After selling my franchise business, I realized that helping others find their path to business ownership brings me genuine fulfillment. I've experienced both starting from scratch and leveraging franchise systems, giving me a unique perspective on which approach might be right for different individuals.

My coaching has two main goals: first, to help you find the right franchise opportunity that aligns with your goals and strengths; and second, to prepare you for success in that business by teaching the same high performance principles that helped me excel as a franchise owner. I believe that finding the right match is just the beginning; having the right mindset and approach is what truly leads to exceptional results.

My coaching approach is grounded in honesty and transparency. I believe in presenting the realities of franchise ownership- both the opportunities and challenges- so you can make truly informed decisions about your future.

When we work together, I'll listen carefully to understand your goals, strengths, and vision for the future. Then I'll help you systematically explore franchise opportunities that align with what matters most to you. The right franchise can provide the systems and support you need to succeed while giving you the freedom to build something meaningful.

Beyond Business

When I'm not helping clients discover their perfect franchise match, you'll find me still challenging opponents on the tennis court, carving fresh powder on my snowboard, or enjoying life in Seattle with my wife, our two daughters, and Pickles, our mini dachshund who believes he's actually in charge of our household.

I'm grateful for the freedom franchise ownership has given me, and I'm passionate about helping others explore if this path might be right for them too. The best part? My coaching services are completely free to you!