This stay-at-home mom was spending her days as a freelance graphic artist. Her kids didn't exactly fit the sports mold. When they walked into the school, their faces lit up. Two months later, she was the rocker mom in the front row. A few years later, she opened a franchise.

His most prized possession is a shirt Keith Richards signed. But as an executive in magazine publishing, he had to wear a suit and tie. He loves clapton. He loves the stones. Now, instead of ad rates, he gets to talk about music everyday. It was a No-brainer.

The award-winning musician and engineer wanted to get off the road and be full-time with his wife and new baby. He saw the School of Rock kids shred at Austin city limits. He stood in awe and thought, "I wish i had this when i was a kid." He knew this was the business for him.

In 2005…I decided to enter a new phase of my life. I saw this as the best way of teaching rock music and to participate in legitimizing this as an art form. On a more personal note I wanted to foster an atmosphere for the offbeat kids because we were once those kids. Now 4 ½ years later I have opened two schools and am happy to be part of something I really believe in…I consider myself one of a growing number of School of Rock Moguls!

School of Rock has a simple business model, it’s easy to understand and your first success is easily replicable.

In 2008 I made the decision to follow my dreams of incorporating my business background with my passion of working with kids and teaching music. After strongly contemplating starting my own business, I learned of the School of Rock and was not only blown away by the philosophy, values and programs, but also the business model and leadership team. Two years later, I now own and operate four schools in two distinct markets (Dallas and Detroit), and live my dream every day of working with amazing kids, families, and some of the finest musicians in the local music scenes. I’m proud to be part of the School of Rock family and have plans to continue opening more schools over the next years.