Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine Issue IV, 2026: A Billion-Dollar Brotherhood
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Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine: A Billion-Dollar Brotherhood

Q4 | 2026

A Billion-Dollar Brotherhood

Pushpak Patel and Friends Build a Legacy

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Betting on Himself: Going from corporate life to a 136-unit portfolio
Troy Morrison credits his time at Yum! Brands for preparing him to become a multi-unit franchisee.
Kevin Behan
Fit for Growth: Operator Bulks Up his Portfolio with Crisp & Green
Alex Mortensen applies lessons from scaling Planet Fitness to build a diversified portfolio focused on sustainable growth
Kevin Behan
Kid Power: CEO Drives Youth Enrichment with 2 Brands
Chad Mussmon, a franchisee of The Little Gym and Snapology, invests in childhood development
Kevin Behan
Doing the Math: Former CPA sets His Sights on a $500 Million Enterprise
Salem Najjar applies a CPA's discipline to aggressive growth plans for Tropical Smoothie Cafe and 7 Brew
Kevin Behan
A Dunkin' Destiny: President leads The Hari Group past 130 units
Raj Patel builds his company's portfolio with disciplined growth, strong leadership, and ambitious expansion plans
Kevin Behan
2026 Dominators: Steady Metros, Sharper Portfolios, and Private Capital on the Move
Find out who's dominating their states and regions in our list of 2026 Dominators
Ambika Oberoi
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Making Smart Bets: Emerging Brands Offer Multi-Unit Franchisees Opportunities and Risks
Experienced multi-unit operators share how they weigh the risks and rewards of investing in emerging franchise brands
M. Scott Morris
When Tough Times Pay
Experienced multi-unit operators are cutting costs, protecting profits, and finding opportunities to grow despite a challenging economy
Christopher Quinn
Build the Bench: Don't Wait for Leaders to Walk Out the Door
The time to develop the organization's future leaders is before resignation letters are turned in
John DiJulius
Root Causes: High Turnover Might Be a Management Issue
Stronger communication, hands-on leadership, and attention to workplace problems can help franchisees address employee turnover
Keesha Kitterman
Considering a Lease Renewal? Ensure Your Deal Supports Profitability and Long-Term Plans
Select locations and lease terms that minimize business risk, increase profit, and build a strong foundation
Barbara Nuss
A Successful Handoff: Smart Business Transfers Protect Buyers and Sellers
Franchisees who ignore established transfer rules can create major problems for themselves and buyers
Brian Schnell
When the Market Blinks: Disciplined Operators Turn Economic Pressure Into Long-Term Value
During challenging times, strong operators gain scale as other operators are acquired or exit
Jack Grespin
The Trouble With 100: Unit Count Isn't the Only Measure of Emerging Franchises
Operators should evaluate an emerging brand's capacity for sustainability as carefully as they evaluate the concept
Paul Wilbur
A Full Fall for Franchising: Now is the Time to Build Momentum for the Year Ahead
The International Franchise Association has a busy fall of advocacy, development, and investment events planned
Matt Haller
WellBiz Brands Inc.
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