ZorForum is a growing community of mastermind groups led by co-founders Dave Pazgan, Stan Friedman, and Graham Chapman. It is specifically designed for emerging franchise leaders and the unique challenges they face.
Our Origin Story
7 franchisors hold a meeting.....In 2013, Allan Young - cofounder and then, CEO of franchisor Shelf Genie - had an idea. Allan realized that almost all new and emerging franchisors face common issues and opportunities. So Allan decided to form a group of franchise CEOs to share and learn from each other, and that's when ZorForum was born! Dave Pazgan was part of that initial group's creation and facilitation. Now partnered with Graham and Stan, ZorForum is expanding its reach to create a safe place for franchise CEOs & Executives everywhere to share, learn, and grow together.
Get to know us...
ZorForum's Leadership Team
The ZorForum leadership team brings together a combined 60-70 years of franchising experience. Dave Pazgan started the first ZorForum mastermind group with several other emerging franchise leaders more than 7 years ago. In 2020, he partnered with Graham Chapman and Stan Friedman to improve and expand the structure, guidance, resources, and support that all ZorForum franchisees and members enjoy today.
Dave Pazgan
Co-founder/Managing Member
Dave has led organizations in multiple industries including as president of a national mortgage lender and recently as the co-founder and CEO of a national franchise organization that was ultimately sold to private equity.
Graham Chapman is a PR, social media, and content marketing professional who has spent more than 10 years helping franchise brands reach, influence, and convert qualified customer and franchise sales leads.
Stan Friedman is passionate about franchising. Past leadership positions include C-Level roles at: Blimpie International, Wing Zone, Maggie Moos and Tutor Doctor. Years of franchise development and relationship experience have uniquely prepared Stan for leading Franchise Development at ZorForum.
Whether you are an emerging franchisor considering membership in a group, or a seasoned franchise professional thinking about leading one, (or more) this is a win/win.
Actually, it's more like a win/win/win.
It’s a Win for you individually…
It’s a Win, for the group that you join or lead
It’s a win for the ecosystem we're all apart of
BECOME A ZORFORUM
MEMBER
By Joining Zorforum, you will tap into a moderated mastermind group of 6-10 like-minded Founders, CEOs, and Principals of franchised brands coupled with the long-term support & resources you need to get on the fast track to franchise success.
Moderating a group of growing, emerging franchisors is an amazing and rewarding way to put your franchise experience and insights to work while giving back to the franchising community.
