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McDonalds Franchisee Income Statement Survey Detail

Posted Wed, 2012/02/08 - 13:58 by John Gordon

Janney Montgomery Restaurant Analyst Mark Kalinowski surveys McDonald's (MCD) closely, and has recently published a full "average typical traditional store" McDonalds franchisee income statement.

Private Equity Firms Are Major Franchisor Owners

Posted Mon, 2012/01/09 - 05:51 by Sam Blake

Many franchise chains, such as Dunkin' Brands, Domino's Pizza and Friendly's, have been taken over by private equity firms. Franchisors are considered "highly desirable targets for private equity investors." 

Why Franchisors Need To Use Social Media

Posted Sat, 2011/11/05 - 13:01 by Ed Teixeira

Franchisors need to get on the social media bandwagon. Reports that measure social media indicate that its use continues to grow and that it's being used by more and more people.

Should Franchisors Encourage Franchise Associations?

Posted Thu, 2011/08/11 - 14:56 by Ed Teixeira

I  recall a time as a franchise executive when the common dictum was don’t encourage, organize or support a franchisee association unless circumstances warrant it.

It’s Important That Franchise Leaders Control Their Egos

Posted Wed, 2011/07/20 - 23:52 by Ed Teixeira

Effective leadership often requires striking a balance between ones ego and the need to solicit and encourage constructive feedback.

Franchisor Financial Disclosure Really Can Improve

Posted Tue, 2011/07/05 - 10:36 by John Gordon

Some restaurant franchisors are 100% franchised or nearly so; for example, Applebees, IHOP and Domino's. Other operators are headed in that direction. Most of the system business activity is off the books, since results with franchisees are not reported.

Franchisors and Franchisees Must Avoid the Peter Principle

Posted Tue, 2011/06/14 - 15:57 by Ed Teixeira

It’s important that franchisors and franchisees maintain a sense of balance when it comes to franchisee growth. While some franchisees want more territory and some franchisors are more than willing to accommodate this request, it’s important that this growth be carefully controlled.

Private Equity and Restaurants: In Search of Organic Growth

Posted Tue, 2011/05/24 - 21:54 by John Gordon

Attached is a well-written thought paper from Booz and Company, the global strategy consulting firm, on the state of and changes needed in the private equity (PE) space. Understanding private equity is so important now to the restaurant universe as so many large restaurant chains are owned by private equity firms.

Report Confirms Strength of Home Care Franchising

Posted Mon, 2011/05/23 - 20:34 by Ed Teixeira

I just completed a report entitled “Home Care Franchises: Opportunities and Challenges.” It presents a detailed look into the role of franchising in the home care industry.

Franchisees Run Better Chains

Posted Thu, 2011/05/05 - 23:01 by Don Sniegowski - Back to Podcasts

Keith Miller, Subway multiunit franchisee

SACRAMENTO — Franchisee Keith Miller argues that franchise chains can outperform the competition when they put owner-operators in charge of national functions like marketing and the supply chain.  Want proof? Then look no further than America’s largest franchise chain by number of stores – Subway.
9:55 minutes (4.54 MB)