Kathryn Baker is an award-winning franchise consultant, entrepreneur, and career transition advisor
She has helped hundreds of corporate professionals explore business ownership as a pathway to self-sufficiency and fulfillment.
But Kathryn's interest in entrepreneurship has never been simply about owning a business. Since the early 2000s, she has intentionally designed her businesses around the life she wanted to live, long before “digital nomad” became a buzzword. Her ventures have allowed her to travel extensively, be there for family when they needed her most and build a career around freedom and flexibility rather than being tied to a desk.
Kathryn has owned a number of businesses, including two franchises, giving her firsthand experience with both the rewards and realities of business ownership. Those experiences now inform her work with aspiring entrepreneurs through Quantum Franchise Group.
Her approach is deliberately consultative rather than sales-driven.
Kathryn believes there is no single “best” franchise. Her goal is to help the candidates she works with to identify and evaluate business opportunities that are the best fit for their financial, lifestyle and personal fulfillment goals. This can include moving beyond dependence on a corporate career, building an asset they can eventually sell, or simply taking more control over the decisions that impact their future.
She brings an entrepreneur's perspective, a research-driven approach, and a healthy respect for the risks involved in making a major investment.
Originally from Canada and now based in North Georgia, Kathryn works with aspiring business owners throughout the United States and Canada.
When she's not researching franchise concepts or helping candidates navigate the path to ownership, you'll likely find her traveling, experimenting with her home coffee roasting setup, or working on a harmonica solo to play with her cover band.
If you're ready to begin exploring business ownership, Kathryn is ready to assist you with your research. Schedule a brief introduction call to share your business goals and interests and learn how she can assist you at no cost.
