The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra Full episode details here:  https://links.growthandscaling.com/413 Join us for episode 413 as we delve into the remarkable journey of Drew McWilliams, the visionary behind Ivy Brook Academy. From napkin sketches on his honeymoon to overseeing 86 preschool branches across 17 states, Drew shares the secrets behind Ivy Brook's phenomenal growth.  Learn about the importance of research, overcoming team challenges, and the power of franchising. Get ready for a wealth of wisdom on education, community engagement, and business triumphs.  Learn how you can apply these principles to your own business endeavors and chart a path to success in the competitive world of childcare entrepreneurship. Don't miss this opportunity to gain invaluable knowledge and inspiration! 🚀 🚀Unlock the Secrets of Your Revenue Orbit: Launch Your Business to New Heights! 🪐 Download our FREE Understanding Your Orbit Guide here: https://captainscouncil.com/understand_your_orbit 🚀🚀🚀🚀   Ways to connect with Drew McWilliams: Website: http://ivybrook.academy/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ivybrook-academy/ Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-mcwilliams-cfe-3b041a5/ Company Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/IvybrookAcademyHighlandsRanch/ What’s in this podcast episode? 00:25  Who is our guest for today and what problem does he aim to solve 00:58  How many locations does Ivy Brook Academy currently have 01:14  What problem is he trying to solve with Ivy Brook Academy's model 03:27  Can he share the story of how Ivy Brook Academy started 04:09  How did he manage to scale Ivy Brook Academy from one location to 86 07:20  Where were the first two Ivy Brook Academy locations located 07:22  When did he start selling franchises for Ivy Brook Academy 08:22 www.captainscouncil.com 10:21  What made him decide to accelerate growth and scaling in 2020 12:08 What made him realize the importance of seeking help and expertise from others 14:30 Is he seeing a pattern of repeat franchisors opening multiple Ivy Brook Academy locations 15:55 What advice does he have for entrepreneurs in creating repeatable systems for scaling 18:29  How does he balance managing Ivy Brook Academy with his other ventures 20:39  What are the key lessons he's learned in starting and scaling a business 22:47 How does he manage balancing work with his other interests and hobbies 25:19 Can he shout out someone who has been instrumental in his journey I highly suggest you watch this entire exchange between Drew McWilliams and ⭐️Todd Westra 📈 If you're looking for tips and strategies to grow and scale your business, this episode is for you! 1. Subscribe and Listen to ⁠The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra ⁠ 2. Supercharge your growth and tap into the wisdom of others. Schedule a pre-podcast call today. 👉 https://content.toddwestra.com/ 3. Join our CEO peer advisory board and be part of a supportive community of like-minded leaders. 👉 ⁠https://captainscouncil.com/home⁠ 4. Maximize LinkedIn outreach. Join our webinar for solutions to time constraints in connecting and engaging with desired prospects. 👉  ⁠https://www.linqed.ai/⁠