Franchisee Interview: Murtuza Choilawala’s Tech Journey

From Global Tech to Local IT Leadership

At TeamLogic IT, we’re proud to highlight the diverse journeys of our franchise owners. Today, we focus on Murtuza Choilawala, whose path from a distinguished tech career to local IT services leadership is truly inspiring. Murtuza left India almost 30 years ago, seizing an unexpected U.S. opportunity he couldn’t pass up, despite initial hesitations.

After earning a computer engineering diploma and degree, Murtuza began his career with an IT services company, then became an IBM business partner. His curiosity and strong work ethic fueled a 26-year journey there, covering roles in systems engineering, customer service, and product management.

Why TeamLogic IT Stood Out

After an extensive and successful career, Murtuza felt a strong pull to establish something on his own. He was ready for a new challenge, one that offered him independence away from the corporate structure. This desire led him to actively explore various franchise opportunities.

His search was broad and diverse. He even considered options like a hair salon or a construction company, seeing how they could align with his handyman skills. It was during this exploration that he discovered TeamLogic IT.

Given his deep background and years of experience in the technology sector, the IT industry itself was a natural and compelling fit. However, what truly distinguished TeamLogic IT and ultimately solidified his choice was the impressive presentation from Patrick Spaan, our Director of Franchise Development, and the Franchise Services team at TeamLogic IT. Their clear articulation of the brand’s vision, coupled with the comprehensive support we offered, resonated strongly with Murtuza. He felt confident that TeamLogic IT was the right partner for his entrepreneurial journey.

So, what was it really like to transition into TeamLogic IT ownership? Murtuza offers practical takeaways and answers to key questions about his experience, providing valuable insights for anyone considering a similar path.

Q: What aspect of the business do you most enjoy and why?

Murtuza: Clients. I love getting to know clients to understand what they do and how IT helps them enhance, complement, and grow their business.

Q: Do you have a particular industry or service that you specialize in?

Murtuza: We’re not concentrated in one area. My clients include car dealerships, manufacturing (furniture), retail (multiple stores), e-commerce, construction, engineering, financial services, legal, and healthcare.

Q: What area of the business would you like to grow?

Murtuza: Security and cloud services.

Q: What is a recent business accomplishment you’re especially proud of?

Murtuza: Acquisition of a local MSP. I have helped in many merger-and-acquisition deals with IBM but doing it on your own with limited resources was an interesting challenge.

Q: When I’m not working, you’ll probably find me…

Murtuza: Outdoors. But I’m also big in my community and my mosque. These days lots of time is spent on designing and building our new community center.

Q: What is the best advice you were ever given?

Murtuza: Get educated. My mom always pushed education. Everybody has to have some form of educational foundation. Teach people how to fish and not fish for them.

Q: Name your favorite motto or quote.

Murtuza: “Dream is not that which you see while sleeping, it is something that does not let you sleep.” —A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, India’s 11th President

Your Future with TeamLogic IT

Murtuza’s journey, transitioning from a career in tech to a TeamLogic IT franchise owner, offers a compelling glimpse into the potential within our network. His story demonstrates how the comprehensive support and dynamic opportunities of TeamLogic IT can foster a thriving entrepreneurial career for franchisees, whether they have direct industry experience or are just starting out.

Interested in starting your own IT services franchise with TeamLogic IT? Visit our research pages here for more information about our franchise model, including startup costs and the comprehensive support we offer. When you’re ready to get started, simply fill out our form here to connect with our team and download our Franchise Information Report. We look forward to connecting with you and discussing how your business goals align with this exciting opportunity.