The Franchise Scout
The Franchise Scout is presented by FranNet Western Canada.
FranNet has grown to become one of the most reputable franchise consulting firms in Canada. The team of driven and talented franchise experts wants to help you find the perfect franchise business opportunity.
We will be there to help you every step of the way. Our approach starts off with a comprehensive and individualized plan for each client, thoughtful introductions to your best-matched options, and extensive coaching and guidance throughout the research process—all at no cost to you. We help you reduce the risks of starting a new business and work with you to maximize your chances of success.
Meet your scouts
He is widely known as your local franchise specialist, serving western Canada. For over ten years, Grant has helped thousands of prospective franchisees educate themselves on what franchising is all about.
Grant’s primary goal is for Franchise Scout to provide opportunities for you to learn about franchising and how to plan your journey. By working one-on-one with serious prospective franchise buyers, Grant will help you find and research your ideal franchise.
Before joining FranNet, Grant was the Senior Development Manager at 1-800-GOT-JUNK in Vancouver, where he gained extensive expertise in key areas of franchising. Having been on the recruiting side of franchise development, he can provide tailored guidance to help you in your research. He is passionate about helping people discover their business ownership dreams and making them a reality.
Formerly a product development & product management professional in the cycling industry, he enjoys road riding and training for Gran Fondo events. Given what BC has to offer, he can be found exploring the backcountry in the summer and skiing in the winter.
For over 28 years, he’s been a successful entrepreneur and owner of his B2B service-based business. A franchise specialist since 2011 and current owner in two franchises, Chuck Prenevost brings a unique perspective to The Franchise Scout as an educator and mentor for entrepreneurs.
He developed his previous business into being recognized as one of Canada’s elite service providers in an extremely competitive environment. Chuck knows and personally understands the work that’s involved in starting and growing a successful business in Canada.
As a franchise specialist, Chuck has primarily worked one-on-one with serious prospective franchise buyers to identify and analyze their ideal franchise. At every touchpoint, he provides expert advice and opportunities for people to learn more about franchising.
After selling his Toronto-based business in early 2008, Chuck and his wife moved west, where they now work as ski instructors at the world-famous Whistler Blackcomb Mountain Resort.
Growing up in Canada, Chuck has experienced and gained a lot of insight into the Western Canadian marketplace. Over the years, he has developed a deep understanding of the uniqueness of each province, their economic drivers, and the personalities of each major city across the country.