FRANCHISEE STORIES
Explore the stories of various Sylvan franchisees and see why they chose Sylvan.
How Sylvan Learning Helped This Franchisee Make His American Dream A Reality
FRANCHISEE IN FLORIDA
William Silva immigrated to America with a passion for education and ample franchise experience. When he discovered Sylvan Learning, everything clicked.
| FRANCHISEE SINCE | TERRITORIES OWNED |
| 2017 | 4 |
From Grateful Parents to Franchise Owners: One Family’s Journey with Sylvan Learning
FRANCHISEE IN VIRGINIA
Ashish Gandhi and Sapna Chordia’s journey demonstrates how franchisees can utilize the skills gained from their former careers to thrive in the Sylvan Learning franchise system.
| FRANCHISEE SINCE | TERRITORIES OWNED |
| 2017 | 2 |
Sylvan Learning Franchisee Carol Pope Almost Doubles Student Enrollment at Parents’ Former Location
FRANCHISEE IN TEXAS
Pope’s journey to becoming a Sylvan Learning franchisee started with a trip to the dentist.
| FRANCHISEE SINCE | TERRITORIES OWNED |
| 2014 | 2 |
How a Life of Entrepreneurship Led Mike Kelley to Sylvan Learning
FRANCHISEE IN MINNESOTA
With his wife Melissa, Kelley is preparing to take over ownership of seven learning centers this year
| FRANCHISEE SINCE | TERRITORIES OWNED |
| 2018 | 7 |
Franchisee Carol Galbraith’s Influence Spans Generations
FRANCHISEE IN INDIANA
Several of Carol Galbraith’s former students now bring their children to her Lafayette, Indiana Sylvan Learning franchise.
| FRANCHISEE SINCE | TERRITORIES OWNED |
| 1996 | 1 |
How a 4-Unit Sylvan Owner Stays Engaged With the Day-to-Day
FRANCHISEE IN TORONTO
Lesley Mitchell started her career with the supplemental-education brand as a center director. Now, she owns four of her own franchise locations and is finishing her term as president of Sylvan’s Franchise Owners Association.
| FRANCHISEE SINCE | TERRITORIES OWNED |
| 2008 | 4 |
Sylvan Learning Franchisee Christine Rector Brings Major Community and Life Experiences to the Table
FRANCHISEE IN COLORADO
Christine Rector battled breast cancer and finalized a divorce before becoming a Sylvan Learning franchisee.
| FRANCHISEE SINCE | TERRITORIES OWNED |
| 2018 | 1 |
Ready to Own a Sylvan?
FRANCHISEE SPOTLIGHT
As you start to explore the Sylvan Franchise opportunity,
we wanted to help guide you to some stories worth reading.
How Sylvan Learning Helped This Franchisee Make His American Dream A Reality
William Silva immigrated to America with a passion for education and ample franchise experience. ...