Entrepreneur & Leadership Expert; Former CEO at Home Franchise Concepts; Author of "The Unexpected CEO"; Board Director & Investor
Shirin Behzadi Biography
Shirin Behzadi is a nationally bestselling author, entrepreneur, and recognized leadership voice in American business. As a board director, investor, and entrepreneur, Behzadi has guided organizations across multiple industries to significant growth. She began her career after earning her CPA, working as an auditor for Ernst & Young before joining The Hammond Company mortgage banking firm as chief financial officer. Behzadi later became a founding member, CFO, and CEO of Home Franchise Concepts, a major franchise business in the consumer sector.
As CEO of Home Franchise Concepts, Behzadi developed a clear, people-centered vision that contributed to the company's expansion to nearly $1 billion in systemwide sales and more than 1,700 franchisees. She led the organization through the challenges of the housing market crash, raising $900 million in private equity and establishing her reputation in the franchising industry.
Behzadi's personal journey includes surviving a life-threatening brain tumor, undergoing extensive surgery, and a two-year rehabilitation process. This experience influenced her approach to purpose-driven leadership, which she shares with audiences as a keynote speaker at events such as EY's Strategic Growth Forum, JPMorgan, Franchise Finance, Roth Conference, and Scale Global.
Behzadi has served as operating CEO, CFO, and independent director, contributing to the strategic direction of various organizations. Her work has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Business Insider, and she has been recognized for her achievements in entrepreneurship and leadership.
Behzadi is the author of the book "The Unexpected CEO," which reached the USA TODAY Bestsellers List. The book details her journey from fleeing Iran at 17 to leading a billion-dollar company, offering insights into leadership and resilience. Her story is also the subject of the docuseries "Unbreakable Soul," which chronicles her experiences from her early life in Iran to her leadership in the franchise industry.
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