Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Innovations In Travel and Franchising| Episode 64 with Dawn von Graff

🎙️ Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. 🎯

🎉 In this exciting episode, join Josh as he dives into an engaging conversation with Dawn Von Graff, the franchise owner of Expedia Cruises in Central Florida. 🌴 Dawn shares her fascinating journey from being a tour director and owning a computer company to her current venture in the travel and tourism industry. 🚀 Discover the ins and outs of the franchise business, the importance of having a travel agent, and the birth of a groundbreaking pet-centric cruise! 🐾 Dawn also offers invaluable tips for business travel and effective branding strategies. Don't miss this jam-packed episode full of insights, anecdotes, and practical advice for entrepreneurs and business professionals alike. 🎧✨

00:00 Introduction to Bootstrapped Unicorns 00:42 Meet Dawn Von Graff: Travel Industry Insights 03:00 Dawn's Journey in the Travel and Tourism Industry 04:07 The Evolution of Travel and Technology 06:04 Franchise Ownership and Business Ethics 10:10 The Importance of Travel Agents 16:27 Cultural Differences in the Travel Industry 25:19 Booking Exclusive Events 25:56 The Value of a Travel Agent 27:56 Handling Mundane Travel 28:56 Airbnb vs. Hotels 33:09 Pet-Friendly Cruises 44:12 Business Travel Tips 47:53 Conclusion and Community Invitation

To connect with Dawn:

Website: https://www.expediacruises.com/en-US/DawnVonGraff/About

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-von-graff-expedia-cruises-of-west-orlando-b9a0a11/

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