VP, Franchise Development
Kristie Kalinowski is a seasoned franchise development leader and Certified Franchise Executive with a proven track record of driving growth across scalable systems, including Primrose Schools, Sylvan Learning, and now Hand & Stone Massage and Facial. She has partnered with several hundred franchise owners, guiding them from initial interest through successful launch and beyond. Her experience spans strategic market expansion, real estate-driven growth, and building high-performing development teams. Known for blending data-driven strategy with a people-first approach, she focuses on creating scalable, sustainable franchise systems.