From BattleBots to Big Frog: How One Entrepreneur Found a Franchise That Fits Her Life and Values

When robotics coach Megan Oyster decided to take on a new opportunity, she discovered a business that blended creativity, community and flexibility — and a franchisor that felt like family.

For years, Megan Oyster has been pouring her energy into coaching robotics and mentoring students. She has helped kids think big about their futures, but realized she wasn’t taking her own advice.

“I’m constantly telling them what ideas they should have for their future,” she said, “and never bothered to look at myself and say, ‘Hey, do you like what you’re doing? Do you want to do something different in your future?’” 

This year, she decided it was time for a change. Her husband had suggested the idea of starting a franchise, and Oyster was open to exploring possibilities. They used a broker who introduced three concepts, but Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More immediately caught her attention. 

“I knew I wanted Big Frog as soon as I heard him say it,” she said.

Why Big Frog Rose Above the Rest

Other franchise options didn’t feel like the right fit. Oyster wasn’t interested in running an after-school STEM program — she already coached — or a business that involved disputes over possessions. Big Frog, on the other hand, aligned with her personal values and goals.

She had admired the equipment Big Frog used for years, recalling her experience at a paper company that sold direct-to-garment machines. More importantly, the culture resonated with her. “It was presented as kind of family-friendly and welcoming,” Oyster said. “Everybody is not out to cut each other but they’re out to work together to make everybody’s business do better.”

A Business That Fits Around Life, Not the Other Way Around

One of Big Frog’s biggest draws was the operational flexibility. As someone who coaches most nights and weekends, she needed a schedule that would work around her passions. Retail hours were a welcome change from the 24/7 grind of other industries.

Oyster is leaning on her daughter Kate to manage the day-to-day operations so she can focus on sales and community outreach. “I can leave and be confident that the store will be fine while she’s handling things,” Oyster said, “and I can just go and sell.”

A Community-Driven Growth Plan

Oyster envisions Big Frog as a hub for local schools, churches and small businesses. She plans to tap into Big Frog’s personalized online store option for fundraisers, allowing teams and groups to order exactly what they need year-round.

She’s also looking to supply quality apparel for trades and service businesses. “How can we get you good quality shirts that aren’t going to get torn up when your guys take an AC unit out of a box?” she said. Oyster sees these partnerships as a way to build strong relationships while keeping business local.

Advice for Future Franchise Owners

Oyster believes in taking bold steps, but only with the right partner. “It’s OK to believe in yourself — to try something so big it scares you half to death,” she said. “But if you can’t get a hold of or talk to those people, if you can’t ask your questions or feel like they’re hearing you, go somewhere else.”

Her advice comes from her own experience with Big Frog’s hands-on, approachable leadership. “When the owner emails you, ‘Hey, just checking on you today,’ that’s kind of a pretty special thing,” she said. For Oyster, that combination of trust and genuine support sealed the deal.

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