Alesia Visconti
CEO
Alesia is the CEO of the Franchise Dictionary Magazine and the CEO of FranServe Inc, the world’s largest franchise consulting & expansion organization. She has 20 years of business experience as a C-level executive driving organizational development and taking companies to the next level, both domestically and internationally. An author, professional speaker, and entrepreneur, her motto in life is “Work hard, play hard, help others, repeat.” She and her team are passionate about helping others achieve their dreams of business ownership through franchising.
Rose Mango
Publisher/Chief Editor
Rose has a fervor for digital publishing! As the VP of Publishing/Chief Editor at Maine Publishing Corp she established and built five publications. Her extensive digital media experience comes from a long tenure with Yahoo. She launched what became the largest digital fashion magazine in Texas. Her vision for Franchise Dictionary Magazine: “To showcase each franchise and tell their story. We want to provide future franchisees with a clear direction on how to make their dreams come true!”
Kimberly Smith
Creative Director
As our Creative Director, Kim brings years of design experience to the team. She has worked with ad agencies, magazine publishing clients, and an extensive list of national brands and specialty boutiques. Kim uses her passion for design to add that “special touch” to illustrate each of Franchise Dictionary
Magazine’s franchise stories, and ensures that every magazine issue is beautiful! Kim is an exceptionally talented designer and we are thrilled to have her as part of the team. As you flip through our pages, you will see a bit of Kim on every page.
Joan Winchester
VP of Franchise Expansion
Joan is the VP of Franchise Expansion for Franchise Dictionary Magazine and also for FranServe Inc. Her strength and passion are helping franchise brands grow! With her warm personality and sharp marketing savvy, she is an expert at understanding the needs of brands and providing them solutions. Her initial start in the franchising industry was as a FranServe Franchise Consultant where she helped others attain franchise ownership.
Brianna Bohn
Senior Editor
As a senior editor at Franchise Dictionary Magazine, Brianna collaborates with staff writers to ensure well-written articles that truly showcase all that franchises have to offer. She has eight years of experience as co-writer and copy editor. Her attention to detail and commitment to helping others improve their writing act as a strong foundation for her proofreading efforts.
Cindy Charette
Staff Writer
Cindy has always had a love for entrepreneurship which, along with her background in HR and Recruiting, is what led to the creation of her own business as a Certified Franchise Consultant. Also an avid reader, Cindy found that as a busy mother of five, reading a quick magazine article when time allowed was a must. Now she is combining all of her experiences by writing articles in the area where she is most passionate, for Franchise Dictionary Magazine.
David Morgenson
Copy Editor/Production Manager
David comes to us with a Bachelors in Film Science and writes film scripts. Though he continues to write for film, David joined the team to assist in the editorial process, including planning, assigning, and copy editing content. Ensuring content is high quality, error-free, and aligned with the FDM’s goals and values. is passionate about helping the team achieve our goals and is committed to delivering exceptional results.
Nancy E. Williams
Staff Writer
Nancy E. Williams is Founder and President of NValuable Franchise Consulting, Inc. Her firm specializes in helping women and minorities fulfill their dream of owning their own business through franchising. After graduating from UCLA, she started a record label and had a lucrative 14-year career in management at Sprint. In addition to being a Staff Writer for Franchise Dictionary Magazine, Nancy is a Content Contributor for Black Enterprise Magazine, an international publication.
Patty Horansky
Staff Writer/Proofer
A skilled writer and proofreader with a passion for language and communication. With years of experience in franchising, Patty has the ability to craft concise and compelling content that resonates with readers and franchisors. Patty’s attention to detail is why she is our trusted proofreader.
Lizzy Yeserski
Staff Writer
Elizabeth (Lizzy) Yeserski is a freelance writer, publisher, and editorial consultant helping local businesses find their voices and grow their brands. Through previous marketing and ad sales roles, she worked closely with high-level clients such as Gillette, Nivea, and General Motors Mediaworks. Lizzy wrote and published her first book, Kids Tell All: How Superhero Dads Can Be Even Better Husbands, in 2019, and hopes to one day finish her Hallmark Christmas novel. She lives in New Jersey with her husband, three sons, and two dogs.
Alesia Visconti
CEO
Alesia is the CEO of the Franchise Dictionary Magazine and the CEO of FranServe Inc, the world’s largest franchise consulting & expansion organization. She has 20 years of business experience as a C-level executive driving organizational development and taking companies to the next level, both domestically and internationally. An author, professional speaker, and entrepreneur, her motto in life is “Work hard, play hard, help others, repeat.” She and her team are passionate about helping others achieve their dreams of business ownership through franchising.
Rose Mango
Publisher/Chief Editor
Rose has a fervor for digital publishing! As the VP of Publishing/Chief Editor at Maine Publishing Corp she established and built five publications. Her extensive digital media experience comes from a long tenure with Yahoo. She launched what became the largest digital fashion magazine in Texas. Her vision for Franchise Dictionary Magazine: “To showcase each franchise and tell their story. We want to provide future franchisees with a clear direction on how to make their dreams come true!”
Kimberly Smith
Creative Director
As our Creative Director, Kim brings years of design experience to the team. She has worked with ad agencies, magazine publishing clients, and an extensive list of national brands and specialty boutiques. Kim uses her passion for design to add that “special touch” to illustrate each of Franchise Dictionary Magazine’s franchise stories, and ensures that every magazine issue is beautiful! Kim is an exceptionally talented designer and we are thrilled to have her as part of the team. As you flip through our pages, you will see a bit of Kim on every page.
Joan Winchester
VP of Franchise Expansion
Joan is the VP of Franchise Expansion for Franchise Dictionary Magazine and also for FranServe Inc. Her strength and passion are helping franchise brands grow! With her warm personality and sharp marketing savvy, she is an expert at understanding the needs of brands and providing them solutions. Her initial start in the franchising industry was as a FranServe Franchise Consultant where she helped others attain franchise ownership.
Brianna Bohn
Senior Editor
As a senior editor at Franchise Dictionary Magazine, Brianna collaborates with staff writers to ensure well-written articles that truly showcase all that franchises have to offer. She has eight years of experience as co-writer and copy editor. Her attention to detail and commitment to helping others improve their writing act as a strong foundation for her proofreading efforts.
Cindy Charette
Staff Writer
Cindy has always had a love for entrepreneurship which, along with her background in HR and Recruiting, is what led to the creation of her own business as a Certified Franchise Consultant. Also an avid reader, Cindy found that as a busy mother of five, reading a quick magazine article when time allowed was a must. Now she is combining all of her experiences by writing articles in the area where she is most passionate, for Franchise Dictionary Magazine.
David Morgenson
Copy Editor/Production Manager
David comes to us with a Bachelors in Film Science and writes film scripts. Though he continues to write for film, David joined the team to assist in the editorial process, including planning, assigning, and copy editing content. Ensuring content is high quality, error-free, and aligned with the FDM’s goals and values. is passionate about helping the team achieve our goals and is committed to delivering exceptional results.
Nancy E. Williams
Staff Writer
Nancy E. Williams is Founder and President of NValuable Franchise Consulting, Inc. Her firm specializes in helping women and minorities fulfill their dream of owning their own business through franchising. After graduating from UCLA, she started a record label and had a lucrative 14-year career in management at Sprint. In addition to being a Staff Writer for Franchise Dictionary Magazine, Nancy is a Content Contributor for Black Enterprise Magazine, an international publication.
Patty Horansky
Staff Writer/Proofer
A skilled writer and proofreader with a passion for language and communication. With years of experience in franchising, Patty has the ability to craft concise and compelling content that resonates with readers and franchisors. Patty’s attention to detail is why she is our trusted proofreader
Lizzy Yeserski
Staff Writer
Elizabeth (Lizzy) Yeserski is a freelance writer, publisher, and editorial consultant helping local businesses find their voices and grow their brands. Through previous marketing and ad sales roles, she worked closely with high-level clients such as Gillette, Nivea, and General Motors Mediaworks. Lizzy wrote and published her first book, Kids Tell All: How Superhero Dads Can Be Even Better Husbands, in 2019, and hopes to one day finish her Hallmark Christmas novel. She lives in New Jersey with her husband, three sons, and two dogs.