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Carmine Corridore

Owner - Underdog Cyber Defense

What can I say about Rick? Rick has been the driving force behind my success. He likes to say I do all the heavy lifting, but the truth is, without a coach like Rick spotting me, I’m not sure I’d have achieved what I have. His guidance, encouragement…

Matt Bauman

Vice President at Burke Construction, LLC.

Rick is an outstanding coach and mentor. He has the ability to bring groups together to reach their goal while holding them accountable, in order to realize their own potential. His professional and personal experience is also what sets him apart fro…

Tim Gasiewski

Event Producer & Business Admin Specialist

I’ve known Rick for over ten years. From my days in college to both of us now being productive members of our communities, Rick Franzo has set aside time for me whether it be for casual conversation or advice on academic and professional growth. Rick…

Elizabeth Heffley-Blose

Event Planning & Logistics Regional Coordinator - Greater Lehigh Valley CoC

Rick Franzo is an essential leader in our Monroe County business community. It has been an absolute pleasure to work with Rick who is a valuable partner of the Pocono Chamber of Commerce. I have seen firsthand how he transforms members of our communi…

I’ve known Rick for about 10 years now. He’s one of, if not the nicest person I’ve ever had the pleasure of talking with. It could be about anything, business, advice or just the weather. Always spoke the truth, and always had an ear available if I n…

Rick Franzo, The Growth Coach of the Poconos is unlike any other Business Coach I have met within my Career! He is exceptionally personable and really gets to the root of your goals and business needs! I would highly recommend The Growth Coach to hel…

I’ve known Rick about 3 years, and we have been working with him as a coach for my business for about a year now! My only complaint is why I didn’t start working with him sooner! He has made a tremendous impact on areas of our business that needed im…

David Yassa, MBA

Seasoned Leader - Medical Device Industry

Rick is more than willing to walk the extra mile just to make sure he gives you the help you need. He’s an amazing person and he helped me take one of the most important decisions in my life, and I don’t regret it!

Shantelle Johnson

Owner - SJ Media Consulting LLC

I highly recommend Rick! His professionalism and insight into a business owners’ strengths, weaknesses, and goals, is a plus for any industry! He helps me by holding me accountable for the professional goals I’ve set, and my business would not be as…

When I think of Rick, I think of the word ‘Fighter’. Rick is kind, supportive, compassionate, and a fighter. He has worked very hard to get where he is today, while also uplifting everyone around him. He provided unconditional support to me as a youn…

Rick and I go back a long time, all the way to the early Seventies when we began a twelve-year journey of parochial education in Cresco, Pa. He’s exactly the person you been told he is – honest, kind, and charitable. He is also one of the most inspir…

Jodi Naselli

Human Resources Professional

“Driven toward results” is the phrase that comes to mind when I think about Rick Franzo. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Rick for the past year during which he has served as a business coach to my organization. Above all, I am impressed with Rick’s…

Jesse Messenger

Owner - Attractive.Media

I can see true progress in my personal life and my business since I’ve started working with Rick. I highly recommend his platform to anyone who feels like they are buried under their business, feeling alone throughout the process, or who simply need…

Carmine Corridore

Owner - Underdog Computer

As a brand new business, my needs are different than a business that has been running for a while. Rick has helped me make my message clearer, focus, and stay the course. Contracting with a Business Coach was the smartest thing I could have done!

Shawn Stewart

Owner - Lightmaster Studios

True Inspiration!!! When I first met Rick, I was drawn by his authenticity and genuine concern for the person “right” in front of him. Later, I got to know his story and the reason why he does what he does. Based on that, I knew I wanted Rick on MY P…

If you are a new business owner and this is your first business, you really need to take this program. It will help you tremendously and put you on the right track from day one before you start making the same mistakes which so many have when startin…

Joanne Leasure

Owner - Day One Accounting

Rick has been so helpful. His tips on speaking in front of an audience have been invaluable to me as I grow my business with speaking engagements. I attended a seminar he hosted and his coaching techniques are first rate. Our group learned a great de…

Carrie Stewart

Owner - Lightmaster Studios

When I first met Rick, I immediately knew that he was someone who had my best interest at heart for our family business. What he shares and teaches is so valuable not only for a business, but truly helps you to analyze and prioritize what is importan…

Rick is an amazing coach who has turned his real-life struggles into energy that transforms the lives of others. His messages of strength, perseverance, and persistence come from a personal experience of the power of a positive mindset. Rick is an in…

Rick has a vast depth of business knowledge that places him in the upper echelon of Business Coaching. Rick has an incredible amount of empathy that guides him to understand the whole picture and not just work from a checklist of ideas or pre-selecte…

Lisa Hudson

President - The Growth Coach

Rick Franzo is such an inspirational Coach that can lead you to develop skills in perseverance, consistency, and self-awareness. Rick has a great sense of humor and keeps you accountable to your plan and mission all with a genuine hand. I would highl…

Mark A. Ford

Hartford County - CBC Growth Coach

Rick Franzo, a man of character and integrity. He will serve as a great resource for any business looking for the help or direction, they need to achieve their goals.

Paul Gibson

Re/Max Commercial Partners

Rick is a great coach to work with. He will really help find a way to help you out.

Matthew Christoff

Computer Science/Mathematics Major - Rensselaer Polytechnic

Rick Franzo helped organize a Junior Toastmaster’s group, of which I was a part of. While there, he helped me learn how to speak my mind and convey my thoughts to the people around me. I couldn’t have become as well-adjusted as I am today if it wasn’…

Rick is an excellent coach whose experience and expertise make him a valuable asset to his clients. I highly recommend him.

Making a positive impact with clients is the phrase that comes to mind when I think about Rick Franzo. I have had the pleasure of knowing Rick for 2 years, during which we have both been members of the Growth Coach and we have worked on several proje…

Steven Beers

CBC Author/Coach/Speaker

When it comes to passion for helping others, Rick is at the front of the line. His commitment to helping people achieve their best is second to none. He is willing to share his knowledge and experiences with anyone who is seeking to improve. Some may…

Michael Cuff

Park Guide - U.S. Department of the Interior

I think that Rick Franzo is a superhero, masked as a professional. Don’t let the smooth exterior fool you. He is someone that I recommend in the highest terms possible. Watching Rick be a force for good for the last few years has shown me that he is…

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Rick in his capacity as a Growth Coach in the Poconos area. As Rick is building his own business as a business coach, I see his incredible level of tenacity and perseverance as required by any business owner. Ric…

Alyson Patascher

MPH Professor of Health Studies

Rick has been a guest speaker in several of my Junior-Senior level Undergraduate classes over the years. He always gives engaging and dynamic presentations that the students find stimulating, motivational and informative in which they connect to on b…

Sabine Schwab

PhD

I have known Rick Franzo for close to four years and have interacted with him in his capacity as my support group facilitator, mentor and fellow advocate for the brain tumor community. During my treatment for Anaplastic Astrocytoma, I have come to kn…

Kyle Berwick

Regional Manager - Techtronic Industries

Rick is one of the best professionals I’ve ever had the pleasure of being around. Rick, was able to grow and sculpt me into a great asset for any business. I worked with Rick for close to 3 years and he constantly challenged and molded me to always s…

Nicholas Bourne

Inside Sales Representative - Vigon International, Inc.

Always a great time working with Rick! I had the opportunity and pleasure to meet with him back at ESU in the Entrepreneur Club. I’ve has the pleasure most recently to listen to him speak during a Pocono Chamber of Commerce luncheon. Ricks a great pu…

Matt Ross

Director of Implementation - Turtle & Hughes Integrated Supply

I’ve known Rick for over 15 years. He’s always been the first to step up or offer advice. He goes above and beyond to offer mentorship and advice.

Michelle Canepa, M.S.

Event Sales Manager

I always thought it was rare to come across a great co-worker, friend and mentor figure all in one person – and then I met Rick. I had the pleasure of working with Rick for almost 2 years at ESU. He is reliable, personable & never hesitates to le…

Sarah Wallace

Branch Manager II

Rick is top-notch! His approach and enthusiasm for growing business is like none other. If you are looking to level up your biz game, search no further!

Lisa Homa

Founding Director of Nursing - RN to BSN Program at Elizabethtown College

It has been a distinct honor to be mentored by Rick Franzo. I have collaborated with Rick for over 10 years. When I say that he is the “real deal” I mean it wholeheartedly. Rick is a forward, big picture thinker who employs a servant leadership styl…

Mariella Silva

Integrative Health - The Valerie Fund Children's Center-Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Rick is an excellent public speaker and motivator with a passion for teaching. He is a great inspiration for everyone around him including his friends, colleagues, and clients. I met Rick at Toastmasters and have come to appreciate his leadership abi…

Rick is a top-notch professional. At the Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corp., we have partnered with Rick for several programs that have provided our members with valuable leadership and development skills as well as personal advice on ov…

Laurie Monteforte

Public Relations Expert | Media Relations Specialist

The great thing about Rick is that he isn’t just focused on helping you grow your business. He helps you grow as a person. Rick carefully listens to your business goals and your life goals and works closely with you so you can reach your success in b…