Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine Issue II, 2026: Bulking Up
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Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine: Bulking Up

Q2 | 2026

Bulking Up

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Delivering the Dream: Franchisee Starts at the Bottom and Builds an Empire
Nadeem Bajwa's journey reflects the grit, humility, and leadership behind this year's American Dream MVP
Kevin Behan
Automatic for the People: Couple Breaks the 9-to-5 Model in Dry Cleaning
Bart and Theresa Casiello earn MVP honors by using automation to cut costs, ease operations, and serve customers
Kevin Behan
Aiming High: Third-Generation Veteran Finds Purpose in Senior Care
Rick Cseak, the Veteran Entrepreneurship MVP, channels a legacy of service into supporting seniors, families, and his team
Kevin Behan
Purpose Meets Performance: Revenue Leader Turns Care into Competitive Advantage
Bryant Greene earns MVP honors by building a high-performing single-brand operation rooted in consistent care
Kevin Behan
A Legacy That Scales: Second-Generation Brothers Build Powerful Portfolio
Ali and Emad Lakhany earn MVP honors by scaling a multi-brand platform rooted in family legacy, disciplined growth, and a deep commitment to developing people
Kevin Behan
Built on Friendship: Childhood Bonds Fuel a 36-unit Portfolio
Childhood friendships evolve into a 36-unit powerhouse built on culture, consistency, and scale
Kevin Behan
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Partners in Growth: Area Developers Scale Sport Clips across 3 States
Mark and Jan Mansfield grew from early Sport Clips adopters to area developers supporting 120 stores across three states
Kevin Behan
Growth and Giving: Franchisee Scales Operations While Developing Future Owners
Investing in people, sharing ownership, and giving back have powered Wade Oney's four-decade rise in franchising
Kevin Behan
Service and Sandwiches: Franchisee Turns Meals into Community Contributions
Noble Cause MVP Shak Patel blends business success with hands-on service, supporting soldiers, nurses, and local families
Kevin Behan
2026 Multi-Brand 50: Scale Evolves into Strategy
This year's Multi-Brand 50 shows that large operators are rethinking what belongs in a franchise portfolio and how they build it
Ambika Oberoi
All In: Franchisees Trade Ideas and Strategies at the Multi-Unit Franchising Conference
Operators gather in Las Vegas to share what's working, what's changing, and how to grow in a tougher environment
Kerry Pipes
Brittany Hodak: Build Superfans through Experience, Not Transactions
Brittany Hodak showed MUFC attendees how great customer experiences turn customers into loyal superfans
M. Scott Morris
The Consumer-Employee Reset: Rethinking Value, Leadership, and Execution
At MUFC 2026, leaders agreed that value, service, and strong leadership will define the next era of growth
Kerry Pipes
Greg Flynn: On Scaling With Discipline and Purpose
Greg Flynn shares how disciplined growth, strong brands, and local leadership drive franchise success
Kerry Pipes
Jon Dorenbos: It's a Great Day To Be Alive
Jon Dorenbos inspired MUFC attendees with a powerful message of resilience, forgiveness, and purpose
Kevin Behan
Getting Out of the "Hell Zone": How To Scale Smarter
Growth happens when franchisees build strong teams, trust systems, and stop doing everything themselves
Kerry Pipes
P&L Deep Dive: Profit Doesn't Collapse, It Leaks
Top franchise operators boost profits by treating the P&L as a story, not just a scorecard
M. Scott Morris
Jim Craig: "Miracle on Ice" Hockey Gold Medalist Inspires
Jim Craig inspired MUFC attendees with lessons on leadership, teamwork, preparation, and dreaming bigger
Kevin Behan
Balancing Growth: Profit, Purpose, and Priorities When Scaling
Franchise leaders say sustainable growth starts with people, culture, and smart operational priorities
Kerry Pipes
From Multi-Unit to Multi-Brand: Avoiding the "Death Zone"
Franchise leaders shared how strong systems, teams, and structure drive successful multi-brand growth
M. Scott Morris
Clarity Is King: Unit-Level Data Points the Way to Profitability
Operators have more data than ever, but the advantage goes to those who know what to watch and act fast
Helen Bond
A Guiding Hand: Coaches help Franchisees Make Better, Faster Decisions
Franchise business consultants, aka coaches, help operators see the blind spots in their businesses
M. Scott Morris
The Power of Portfolio: Top Operators Stack Brands to Unlock Growth and Efficiency
Disciplined multi-brand franchisees build portfolios that share resources, reduce risk, and scale smarter
Leon Stafford
Finding Hidden Value: Environmental Responsibility Drives Efficiency, Loyalty, and Long-Term Profit
Franchise brands are turning sustainability into smarter operations, stronger customer loyalty, and long-term growth
Colleen McMillar
Develop Your Team: Thoughtful Leaders Coach Independent Problem-Solvers
Strong leaders don't solve all problems: they build teams that can solve them
Leah Ciolek
Missing the Mark: Target's Decline Offers a Leadership Warning
What Target's decline reveals about culture, customer trust, and the frontline decisions that quietly erode even the strongest brands
John DiJulius
From Conversations to Capability: 5 Coaching Competencies Can Drive Profitable Growth
Real financial coaching builds managers who can think, decide, and drive performance on their own
Barbara Nuss
Time To Sell: Know Your Options to Maximize Value
Selling your business isn't just about finding a buyer, but running the right process so value isn't left on the table
Jack Grespin
Multi-Unit Reality Check: Expansion Decisions Carry Real Consequences
Expanding from one unit to many is a legal and financial commitment that can make or break a franchisee's future
Brian Schnell
Managing the Overload - Leaders Face a New Problem: Too Much Information
As tools and data multiply, uncertainty has become part of the operating environment
Paul Wilbur
Las Vegas Lessons: 4 Perspectives From MUFC Frame What Comes Next
At the 2026 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference, one theme stood out: Growth is getting smarter, more disciplined, and more strategic
Matt Haller
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