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Successful multi-unit franchisees share their growth stories. From getting started in franchising to building and expanding their enterprises, multi-unit franchisees share their challenges and successes with in-depth profiles.
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November 25th, 2023
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Yonas Hagos arrived in the U.S. after spending his childhood in a refugee camp in Sudan. Today he operates 27 franchised units – with more on the way.
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Sajib Singha goes big, growing his 5 food brands across small-town Texas, with plans for 8 more in 2021
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Robby Basati rises from delivery driver to franchisee and area development agent for Mountain Mike’s Pizza
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Lynn Ann Zazzali’s passion for education and children led her from public school teacher to a top franchisee at The Learning Experience
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Luis San Miguel, with 3 brands, is looking forward to 2021 and advancing toward his goal of 100 units
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Army veteran George Hart’s goal is to build a Dunkin’ on every military base in America
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After a stellar career in sports and entertainment marketing, Elaina Watley is becoming a star franchisee with Amazing Lash Studio, promoting women in business, and building a school in Ghana
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How a 33-year-old franchisee with almost 60 snack-brand units is dealing with Covid-19
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Covid-19 has taught third-generation franchisee Scott Rohrer (One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, Mister Sparky Electric) that plumbing is his most “essential” business
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Veteran multi-brand franchisee Mitch Cohen has seen sales at his Jersey Mike’s Subs locations fall 25% since mid-March. He’s countered with discounts, and has gone above and beyond to support his employees and their families. He’s also signed a 6-unit agreement with Sola Salon Studios and is a co-founder of Performax Franchisee Advisors.
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During the Covid-19 pandemic we have been contacting franchisees, asking them what they’re doing to get through the crisis and, hopefully, come out the other side.
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How multi-unit Christian Brothers Automotive franchisee Jeff Toth is coping with being deemed an essential business in Texas
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Dawn Lafreeda, Denny’s largest individual franchisee, has seen sales drop as much as 90 percent in some of her restaurants. She is looking for a stronger government response as she tries to save her company and protect her employees until she’s allowed to reopen at full capacity.
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Multi-brand franchisee Lee Kleiner (Dairy Queen, Which Wich, Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh) shares what he’s doing to survive Covid-19
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Two Men and a Truck multi-unit operator Brooke Wilson shares what she’s doing to get through Covid-19
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Multi-brand franchisee Eric Danver – Papa John’s and Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa – shares what he’s doing to survive Covid-19. While his spas are shuttered, his Papa John’s stores are carrying the load, with recent sales up more than 30% as demand for pizza delivery soars.
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Multi-brand franchisee Eric Danver (Papa John’s and Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa) shares what he’s doing to survive Covid-19. While his spas are shuttered, his Papa John’s stores are carrying the load, with recent sales up more than 30% as demand for pizza delivery soars.
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Michael Chalmers, a Spherion Staffing Services franchisee with 4 offices in Georgia and Alabama, says his clients—companies looking to fill essential jobs—are giving him a unique perspective on the employment market during Covid-19
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Michael Chalmers, a Spherion Staffing Services franchisee with 4 offices in Georgia and Alabama, says his clients - companies looking to fill essential jobs - are giving him a unique perspective on the employment market during Covid-19.
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Multi-brand restaurant operator Greg Cutchall had to furlough 350 employees at his casual brands, but has seen minimal to flat drops in sales at his QSR locations, which are helping to carry him through
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Multi-brand restaurant operator Greg Cutchall has had to furlough 350 employees at his casual brands, but has seen minimal to flat drops in sales at QSR locations
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Multi-Unit Operators Talk About Career Turning Points, Best Business Decisions, & Hardest Lessons Learned.
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After leaving his corporate job as an engineer, Kash Akhtar has found a welcome home in franchising.
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Husband-and wife team Neal and Julie Starling expand their Five Guys business by signing on for 8 Bruxies.
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Eric Danvers changes with the times, refocusing from fast food to slow massage.
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Shahid Hashmi may have gotten off to a late start in franchising, but he's more than made up for it!
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After retiring as a pitcher and coach, Derek Tate is using franchising to instill a love of sports in the athletes of tomorrow.
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At 32, third-generation franchisee Justin King now leads the family business.
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The Saxton Group, McAlister's largest franchisees, continues to grow.
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Multi-Unit Operators Share What Their Passions In Business Are & How They Try To Balance Life And Work.
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