THE REALITY
Franchising Is Hard. Most Brands Fail.
These aren’t scare tactics — they’re industry benchmarks. We share them because founders deserve the truth.
of new franchisors don’t sell a single unit in 2 years
average units after 10 years of franchising
of franchisors never get past 25 units
ever reach 100+ locations
Our brands beat these odds. CAC hit 50+ territories in 4 years. Vertica signed 30+ units in 3 years. Surface Experts reached 92 units and the Franchise 500.
WHAT WE DO
Full-Spectrum Franchise Development
We don’t just help you franchise — we partner with you to build a system that attracts great owners and grows sustainably.
Foundation Documents
FDD development, operations manuals, training systems, and legal structure — everything you need to franchise legally and professionally.
Franchise Sales
We don’t just list your brand — we actively sell it. Lead generation, qualification, discovery days, and closing support through our broker network.
Franchisee Development
Training programs, onboarding systems, and ongoing support structures that help your franchisees succeed — which helps you grow.
Growth Strategy
Market analysis, territory mapping, pricing strategy, and expansion planning. We help you scale smart, not just fast.
Broker Relations
Direct access to our network of franchise consultants and brokers who drive 80% of qualified candidates to emerging brands.
Brand Protection
We protect what you’ve built. Quality control systems, compliance monitoring, and culture preservation as you scale.
PROOF POINTS
Brands We’ve Helped Scale
Real founders, real numbers, real growth. Here’s what working with us looks like.
Children’s Art Classes
50+ Territories in 4 Years
Barbara Gay’s 40-year art education mission, scaled nationally while preserving the founder’s values and curriculum integrity.
Industry benchmark: Average franchisor has ~10 units after 10 years.
Vertica Fitness
30+ Units in 3 Years
Katrina Wyckoff’s pole and aerial fitness studios — growing 3× the industry average while maintaining the “Every BODY” culture.
Industry benchmark: Most fitness franchises have <10 units at year 3.
Surface Experts
92 Units | #426 Franchise 500
Jacob Grady’s “repair, don’t replace” model — from recession startup to national recognition with 43.7% YoY sales growth.
Industry benchmark: Only 5% of franchises ever reach 100 units.
WaveMAX Laundry
70+ Locations | #1 Laundromat Franchise
Mike Roberts’ owner-first model — bypassing distributor bloat to deliver ~40% profit margins and top industry rankings.
Industry benchmark: Competitor Speed Queen has only 12 franchised U.S. locations.
THE TIMELINE
From Concept to 50 Units
Here’s what a successful franchise journey typically looks like with us.
Assessment
Evaluate franchise readiness
Foundation
FDD, ops, legal structure
First Units
Initial franchisee sales
Momentum
10-20 units operating
Scale
50+ units, national presence
Are You Franchise-Ready?
- ○ Do you have a proven concept with at least 2+ years of operating history?
- ○ Is your business profitable and can you document your unit economics?
- ○ Can your model be systematized and taught to others?
- ○ Do you have capital to invest in franchise development ($50K-150K)?
- ○ Are you committed to supporting franchisees for the long haul?
- ○ Do you want to grow with integrity, not just speed?
Ready to Talk?
If you checked most of those boxes, you might be ready to franchise. Let’s find out together. Book a free 30-minute readiness assessment with Dennis.
Get Your Free Assessment →Let’s Build Something That Lasts
You’ve proven your concept works. Now let’s prove it can scale — with systems, support, and a partner who’s done it before