Entrepreneur: The Science Behind These Franchisees’ Success with STEM Education

By Carly Okyle

Franchise Players is Entrepreneur’s Q&A interview column that puts the spotlight on franchisees. If you’re a franchisee with advice and tips to share, email franchiseplayers@entrepreneur.com.

Married couple Mistie and Scott Wisniewski entered into franchising when Mistie retired from the army after 22 years. With the help of their children, the couple decided to enter into a science-based company, so they picked Nutty Scientists — an organization that provides educational, hands-on programs related to STEM for kids between the ages 3 and 16. Then, their local Small Business Association assisted in preparing them for entrepreneurship. Now they are once again surrounded by a team of people working to make their branch of Nutty Scientists fun and growing.  Read on to see what they’ve learned so far as they work to educate children.

  • edCircuit is a mission-based organization entirely focused on the K-20 EdTech Industry and emPowering the voices that can provide guidance and expertise in facilitating the appropriate usage of digital technology in education. Our goal is to elevate the voices of today’s innovative thought leaders and edtech experts. Subscribe to receive notifications in your inbox

    View all posts
EdCircuit Staff

edCircuit is a mission-based organization entirely focused on the K-20 EdTech Industry and emPowering the voices that can provide guidance and expertise in facilitating the appropriate usage of digital technology in education. Our goal is to elevate the voices of today’s innovative thought leaders and edtech experts. Subscribe to receive notifications in your inbox

Recent Posts

AI Literacy in Education Defines the New Divide

AI literacy in education is the new equity line—students who can use AI effectively gain…

2 days ago

OSHA Compliance in Schools: Hidden Safety Risks

OSHA compliance in schools protects students and staff from preventable injuries, chemical exposure, blocked exits,…

2 days ago

AI in Education: When to Introduce It

AI in education is shaping classrooms. When should students start? Early, guided exposure with ethics…

4 days ago

CoSN 2026: Building Cultures of Belonging

The 2026 CoSN Network Meetup explored how districts can build cultures of belonging through inclusive…

4 days ago

AI Equity in Education Starts with Access

AI equity in education depends on access, literacy, and leadership—without it, AI risks widening gaps…

5 days ago

Screen Time in Elementary Schools: Finding Balance

Screen time in elementary schools is shifting toward AI-driven learning, forcing leaders to rethink balance,…

6 days ago