#75 Troy Uhlir
Welcome back to another exciting episode of Touching Base! Join hosts Zach Miller and Vance Neidig as they sit down with Troy Uhlir, an inspiring entrepreneur, philanthropist, and County Commissioner whose passion and dedication have taken him from humble beginnings as a "Burger Boy" to owning a Burger King franchise and serving his community in remarkable ways.
In this episode, Troy shares his incredible journey, starting with his childhood, high school activities, and college path. We dive into how he carved out a successful career in the fast-food industry, balancing Burger King’s brand standards with his unique local flair. Troy opens up about the challenges of running a franchise, adapting to trends like plant-based options and digital ordering, and navigating major events like the devastating US Bank shooting, the 2008 financial crash, and the COVID-19 pandemic.