Joan Winchester

About Joan Winchester

I’m a passionate advocate for franchise growth and strategic development, with over a decade of experience helping brands and individuals thrive through franchising.My journey with FranServe began in 2014 as a Consultant. From day one, I was focused on helping career changers and C-level executives explore the path to franchise ownership. I quickly built a successful practice by aligning people with the right opportunities—connecting vision with possibility.As FranServe evolved, so did my role. I transitioned into executive leadership and now serve as Senior Vice President of Franchise Expansion. I’ve had the privilege of shaping and leading initiatives that drive meaningful results for our franchisor partners. Whether it\'s launching new programs, building growth strategies, or expanding brand presence on a national and global scale, I’m deeply committed to helping others succeed.I believe in the power of franchising to transform lives, and I bring a forward-thinking, entrepreneurial mindset to everything I do. At FranServe, I’m proud to be part of a team that’s not only advancing the franchise industry—but doing it with purpose, passion, and integrity.Let’s connect—especially if you\'re looking to grow your brand or explore the world of franchise ownership.Specialties: Business to Business, Client Relationship Manager, Recruiting, Innovative Companies, Generating Revenue, Passion for Sales, Entrepreneurial Minded, Driven.

Experience

1. Vice President, Strategic Partnerships

   Franserve, Inc

   Jan 2026 — Present

   Beyond recruiting new brands to FranServe, Joan will play a key role in strengthening relationships across the franchising industry, forming meaningful partnerships that fuel growth, opportunity, & innovation for FranServe and our broader network. Her passion, industry insight, and collaborative nature make her an ideal fit for this role.

Education

• The American School in Switzerland

  HS Diploma, International Study Abroad

• University of Northern Colorado

  BA, Journalism/Marketing

Skills

• Leadership
• Customer Service
• Talent Management
• Interviews
• Consulting
• B2b
• Small Business
• Marketing
• Business Development
• Selling
• Training
• New Business Development
• Account Management
• Crm
• Team Building
• Management
• Team Leadership
• Sales Process
• Business
• Management Consulting
• Coaching
• Recruiting
• Entrepreneurship
• Salesforce.com
• Sales