Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine Issue III, 2025: Franchising's Elite
Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine: Franchising's Elite

Q3 | 2025

Franchising's Elite

Mike Kulp's KBP Brands tops 1,000 locations

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The Numbers Guy: After years away, CEO returns to the franchising world
"When you own a franchise, you are handed a playbook for success. That's what I like about the franchise system."
Kevin Behan
A Consistent Approach: Neighborly operator follows the system to success
"It's easy to start strong, but sustaining performance every day matters most, and it takes real discipline."
Kevin Behan
Changing Tires and Lives: Franchisee Serves Customers and Elevates Employees
"Our organization is founded on the belief that happy team members are more productive and present. They fully embrace the company culture."
Kevin Behan
Generational Change: Legendary Founder's Grandson Grows with New Brands
"The best days are when we promote team members and open new restaurants."
Kevin Behan
Bold Moves, Big Rewards: First Dave's Hot Chicken franchisee savors success
"We took our shot, which was a calculated risk, and the rest is history."
Kevin Behan
Expanding the Fleet: Operator goes from Food Truck Grind to Lobster Roll Gold
"Protecting your focus is just as important as pursuing opportunity."
Kevin Behan
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2025 Multi-Unit 50 Lists Include New Brands
The 2025 Multi-Unit 50 rankings highlight the brands with the largest total number of multi-unit franchisees and the highest percentage by brand
Ambika Oberoi
A Feel-Good Investment: Health-Related Franchise Brands Offer Opportunities to Serve
America's appetite for wellness services fuels growth for the health and wellness industry
Colleen McMillar
Picking Private Equity Partners: Alignment is Key When Looking for Investors
Multi-unit franchisees and private equity investors have plenty to like about each other
M. Scott Morris
Say What You Mean: Difficult Conversations Require Intentional Communication
Often, the kind thing to do is to broach the tough subject and clear the air
Nichole Holles
Signs of the Times: Keep Your Customer Communications Friendly
Be friendly to your customers in every way you communicate
John DiJulius
First, Bake the Cake: Semi-absent franchisees must earn their freedom 
Your business should be solid at its core with the right systems and people in place
Larry Layton
Avoiding Litigation: Dialogue and social capital can often resolve disputes
Resolving disputes is about the right people having the right conversations at the right times
Brian Schnell
Stepping on the Accelerator: Are you ready for private equity to speed up growth?
PE is more than capital; it's a business partnership
Tori Wagner
A Growth Spurt: Looking At Private Equity In Early-Stage Franchises
The number of brands that start franchising with private equity backing has grown in the past 10 years
Paul Wilbur
The Franchising On-Ramp: Operators invest in the future with summer hiring
Franchise brands address workforce gaps, offer early-career opportunities, and fuel local economies
Matt Haller
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