What started as a solution for her community quickly became a business with broader potential. A key turning point in her journey was finding a mentor who helped her define a vision for franchising. Through this mentorship, Yolanda realized she could scale TaxiMom and offer the service in more areas, fully committing to her dream of franchising. “I absolutely knew I was going to franchise it,” she says, reflecting on her long-term goals. Yolanda emphasizes how critical education and support, including through the International Franchise Association, were to her success. Today, as both a business owner and a mentor herself, Yolanda continues to pass on the knowledge she’s gained to her franchisees, ensuring that TaxiMom grows with a foundation built on community support and entrepreneurial spirit.