I can’t say enough good things about Lydia O’Leary and the impact she’s had on my franchise exploration journey. My name is Bryan Walczak from northern Indiana, a 25+ year W2 employee ready to bet on myself through small business ownership. 

From the very beginning, Lydia took the time to truly understand my goals, my interests, and what I was looking for, and then thoughtfully introduced me to 5 different franchise opportunities that aligned with those objectives. I can’t remember exactly how I came to meet Lydia, but looking back, everything happens for a reason.  Each new franchise introduction was thorough, clear, and incredibly well-presented. She has a rare ability to explain not just what a franchise is, but why it works, how it fits different lifestyles, and what makes each opportunity unique.

What really sets Lydia apart is how important she is to the franchise decision-making process. She doesn’t rush, she doesn’t push, and she doesn’t oversimplify, consistently noting how important the “right fit” will be. Lydia educated, guided, and helped me think through the big picture with confidence. Her insight helped me evaluate options at a much deeper level and made the entire process feel structured, thoughtful, and empowering, and we went through some unique companies.

Beyond her professional skill, Lydia is simply a great person. She’s genuine, patient, trustworthy, and incredibly easy to talk to. You can tell she truly cares about people and wants them to succeed, not just decide. That combination of expertise and character is rare, and it makes working with her an absolute pleasure. I’m genuinely grateful for her time, her guidance, and the value she brings to anyone considering franchise ownership.  If Lydia works for you, please appreciate her, because if she lived closer, I would try to recruit her.