What are the responsibilities of Ben Bartnikowski as the Chief Executive Officer of Bigfoot Forestry?

According to the 2025 Bigfoot Forestry FDD, Ben Bartnikowski serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the franchisor since July 2022. He is also the founder of Bigfoot Forestry and has been part of the system since 2020. In addition to his role as CEO of the franchisor, Bartnikowski has served as Chief Executive Officer of BigFoot Forestry, LLC (which operates the company-owned outlet) since 2020, and ACAE (an affiliate that supplies the Equipment Package and Startup Package) since 2013. His primary responsibility appears to be in charge of the training program for Bigfoot Forestry franchisees. He provides instruction on all topics and has 12 years of experience in the industry.

As the head of the training program, Bartnikowski's role is crucial in ensuring that franchisees and their staff are well-prepared to operate their Bigfoot Forestry businesses. This includes providing initial training to new Managing Owners and Project Managers, as well as offering refresher and supplemental training courses. He also oversees remedial training for those not operating in compliance with the Franchise Agreement or Manual. Bartnikowski may also recruit other instructors to assist with the training program, provided they have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the relevant field.

While the FDD specifies Bartnikowski's role in training and his positions within related entities, it does not detail his broader responsibilities as CEO of Bigfoot Forestry. A prospective franchisee may want to inquire about his specific duties related to strategic planning, franchisee support, brand management, and overall business development to gain a more comprehensive understanding of his influence on the franchise system.