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Kathy Derken

Sr. Director of Lead Qualification and Client Acquisition

Kathy’s innovative approach and relentless drive for excellence have led her to spearhead successful lead qualification programs for major brands, including Edible Arrangements and, most recently, Franchise FastLane. At Franchise FastLane, she excelled as the Executive Qualification Manager of Organic and Brand Partnerships, where she developed a robust speed-to-lead program that set new standards in the industry. Beyond her professional achievements, Kathy is passionate about making lasting first impressions and guiding entrepreneurs through the initial stages of business ownership. Her expertise and genuine enthusiasm ensure that every potential franchisee feels supported and informed from the very first interaction. In addition to her work in franchising, Kathy is a certified travel agent, a CLIA-certified cruise consultant, and fluent in Italian. She calls Scottsdale, AZ, home, where she lives with her husband, James, and their Whippet Hound mix, Brooklyn. In her free time, Kathy enjoys hiking, swimming, exploring Arizona’s vibrant restaurant scene, staging homes for resale, and cherishing moments with family.

Why Us

We are the premier partner for innovative franchisors, driving growth with integrity, strategic sales expertise, and a commitment to connecting the right entrepreneurs with the right opportunities.

Deliver sustainable growth for innovative franchisors through strategic sales expertise.

At Prestige Franchise Partners, franchisees are never just a number. We take the time to truly understand each franchisor’s vision, values, and goals—so we can match them with the right franchisees. The result? Partnerships that are not only successful but life-changing.

We’ve been in every seat at the table. Our team has been franchisees, supported franchisees, owns a franchise lead generation company, has partnered with franchisors, led franchise sales organizations, and built one of the top franchise consulting firms in the industry. That 360° experience gives us the insight to deliver real results.

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