Women on the Move

The Franchise Woman would like not only to inspire women to achieve their dreams of successful business ownership, but also to recognize women who are owning it, killing it and making big moves in the industry.

Georgette Kankwende Georgette Kankwende is the new owner and instructor of Kumon of Fort Worth – Woodland Springs. She made the decision to join the franchise after enrolling her children in a Kumon math and reading program when they had to transition to online school during the pandemic. Georgette Kankwende FranNet announced that franchising veteran Megan Allen has taken over management of the Denver, Colorado office. She joins FranNet from franchising consulting referral company FranPromise.

Esther Contreras

Career Educator Esther Contreras recently signed with Sylvan Learning. Founder and CEO Judi Sheppard Missett and daughter, President Shanna Missett Nelson, recently welcomed Skyla Nelson to the business. Newly-certified, 18-year-old Skyla has followed in their footsteps by certifying as an instructor. Carissa De Santis

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit announced that the company has promoted Carissa De Santis from Vice President of Information Technology to

Judi Sheppard Missett, Shanna Missett Nelson, Skyla Nelson

Chief Information Officer. Dana Forester

JDog Brands promoted Air Force Veteran, Dana Forester, to President and COO of JDog Carpet Cleaning.

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