We are thrilled to share that our co-founder and director, Eric Franzen, has been featured on EnterpriseZone, a platform spotlighting entrepreneurs and business leaders.
In the interview, Eric shares the story behind building Ideal School, from its founding before the pandemic to its growth as a Cognia-accredited online private school. He discusses lessons learned, the importance of persistence and integrity, and what drives him to expand access to quality bilingual education.
What the Feature Covers
The EnterpriseZone interview explores:
- The founding story, how Eric and his business partner built Ideal School, taking the leap from stable careers to entrepreneurship
- Industry passion, Eric’s excitement about giving families hope through alternative K-12 education options
- Leadership philosophy, the importance of building a collaborative team, trusting intuition, and maintaining unwavering integrity
- Advice and inspiration, lessons from mentors and inspiration from servant leadership
- Vision for the future, Eric’s belief that if you build something meaningful, families will come
Why This Matters
Ideal School offers families a distinctive educational option that combines academic excellence with bilingual development. Features like this EnterpriseZone article help more families discover another way to approach education.
Read the Full Interview
You can read the complete EnterpriseZone feature here: Eric Franzen, Co-Founder and Owner.
About Ideal School
Ideal School is a Cognia-accredited online private school offering K-12 education with a dual language immersion program. With live bilingual teachers and a flexible online format, we serve families seeking an accredited alternative to traditional schooling. Our programs include full-day enrollment, tutoring classes, and online homeschool options for students.
About EnterpriseZone
EnterpriseZone.cc features in-depth interviews with business leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators, sharing the stories behind their success and the lessons they have learned.
Originally published on EnterpriseZone, July 2026.
Written by
Eric C. Franzen
Eric C. Franzen is co-founder and owner of Ideal School, with 20+ years of experience as an educational leader and entrepreneur. He holds a BA in Education from the University of Washington and an MA in Educational Administration from Seattle Pacific University.
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