Franchisee Interviews
Meet the Family | Brad Cannon
Brad Cannon is relatively new to the Right at Home family. He joined Right at Home as a franchisee in the summer of 2024, and in that short space of time, he has carved out seven territories – six in Kentucky and one in southern Indiana. Prior to Right at Home, Brad was a franchisee of another company for 20 years. In spite of his success, he was ready for a change. It boiled down to culture. Find out more about why Brad selected Right at Home and their tailor-made support.
Meet the Family | Rosaleen Doherty
Since 2002, Rosaleen Doherty, Jay Kenney, and their daughter Gabrielle Kenney have operated four Right at Home territories across eastern Massachusetts and into Portland, Maine. They had decided, after the infamous terror attacks on 9/11, to change careers and run a business that was a part of their community. Finding the right opportunity led them to Right at Home. We hope you enjoy their interview.
Meet the Family | Don Orlando
Don Orlando, a Right at Home franchise owner since 2011, shared his journey in franchising. He and his wife Peggy, who is also part-owner, manage two territories north of Baltimore. Initially, they faced financial challenges but found fulfillment in their work. Their sons, initially skeptical, now want to take over the business. Don emphasized the importance of customer service, the support from the corporate office, and the satisfaction of making a significant impact on clients’ lives. He advised potential franchisees to follow the model, keep it simple, and focus on customer service.
We hope you enjoy this Franchisee interview.
Meet the Family | Vladimir Zarkhin – Newton, Massachusetts
Vladimir Zarkhin, a Right at Home franchisee in Newton, Massachusetts, has been in business for 22 years. Jenna Gonser, Franchise Development Director, talks with Vladimir about his background and what he enjoys about being a Right at Home franchisee. Before Right at Home, Zarkhin was an engineer with a master’s degree from Boston University. He entered the senior care industry for its business potential and social mission. Zarkhin values the unique challenges and victories each day brings, particularly the positive impact on clients and their families.
We hope you enjoy this Franchisee interview.
Meet the Family | Carla Shepherd, Wichita, KS & Edmond, OK
Carla Shepherd, owns Right at Home franchises in Wichita, Kansas, and Edmond, Oklahoma, with her family. She transitioned from managing an X-ray department at Saint Francis Hospital to co-owning the franchise after her sister recommended it. She values the support system provided by Right at Home, emphasizing the importance of sticking to the established programs for success. Carla also cherishes the close relationships formed between caregivers, clients, and their families.
We hope you enjoy this Franchisee interview.
Meet the Family | Josh Steiner, Lake Zurich, IL
Josh Steiner, a co-owner of a Right at Home franchise in Lake Zurich, Illinois, transitioned from a 30-year law career in Colorado to join his brother Mike. He advises new franchisees to follow corporate guidelines and attend support sessions for success. Josh appreciates the positive change in job satisfaction from litigation to helping people directly.
We hope you enjoy this Franchisee interview.
Meet the Owner: Lauren Miller, Little Rock, Arkansas
Lauren Miller had ample experience working within the structure of a franchise business and knew that she wanted a home care business to be a franchise model as well. After assessing five other national home care franchise options, Lauren knew that Right at Home was the right choice.
If you’re looking for a reason to look for a new career opportunity, Right at Home may be the franchisor that can provide you with purpose and benefit your community.
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Meet the Family | Pete Morrissey, Gainesville, GA
Pete Morrissey, a Right at Home franchise owner for six years, discusses his journey and experiences with Melanie Amore, Franchise Development Director. Initially, Pete acquired two territories in Georgia and later added a third. With a diverse background in engineering, corporate roles, and military service, Pete chose Right at Home for its mission and franchise structure. We hope you enjoy this Franchisee interview.
Meet the Family | Brian Braggs
In this interview, Brian Braggs, a Right at Home franchise owner in Peoria, Illinois, talks with Jenna Gosner, Franchise Development Director. He shares his journey from being a combat medic in the Army and then owning a multi-therapy practice to joining Right at Home in 2021. He explains why he values Right at Home’s extensive footprint, strong franchisee base, and 30 years of home care experience. We hope you enjoy this Franchisee interview.
Meet the Family | Suraj Kumar Kairamkonda
In this interview, Suraj Kairamkonda, a Right at Home franchise owner in Fresno, California, talks about choosing Right at Home for its reputation and support, which includes financial setup, performance coaching, and continuous improvement of tutorials. Initially, he looked to Right at Home for help with California Licensure and Labor Laws but now enjoys a better work-life balance due to his dedicated team. We hope you enjoy this Franchisee interview.
Meet the Family | Christine Blum
In this interview, Christine Blum, Right at Home franchise owner, highlights the importance of passion for people, strategic leadership, and the valuable support offered by the Right at Home franchise system. She emphasizes to Jen Chaney, VP of Franchise Development, that while the business is challenging, the fulfillment of providing quality senior care makes the journey rewarding. Her advice serves as a helpful guide for those considering a similar path in the franchise world.
Meet the Family | David Bullard
In 2013, David Bullard purchased two territories that covered the entire Bay Area in Northern California’s Santa Cruz and Monterey areas and chose Right at Home for its values-aligned approach to staff care. David tells Jen Chaney, Vice President of Franchise Development about his journey and how he has transitioned to a managerial role, focusing on back-office tasks. Enjoy hearing David share his thoughts about becoming a Right at Home franchise owner and his overall experience.