May 26, 2013

Robert Thomas

Franchisee Paul Hironimus grew Wienerschnitzel business over decades.
Lessons in Longevity
May 2013

Veteran Wienerschnitzel franchisee Paul Hironimus knows what it takes to keep the business fresh and profitable over the decades.
McAlisters Deli franchisee says casual dining experience helps in quick service.
What You Can Learn from Casual Dining
April 2013

A McAlister’s Deli franchisee explains how his casual-dining experience translates into quick-serve success.
Seattle’s Best Coffee franchisee says growing in a hotel requires flexibility.
Breaking Out in Captivity
March 2013

Multiunit franchisee Rick Glitchen shares insights on overcoming challenges in a captive venue.
6 Tips for Better Store Financing
June 2011

As president of National Restaurant Development Inc., a board member for the International Franchise Association, and owner of more than 50 quick-serve restaurants, Aziz Hashim is a veteran of the franchise business.

With brands like Popeyes, Checkers/Rally’s, Subway, and Moe’...

Don't Waste Your Sponsorships
May 2011

In 2000, David Miller went from being the COO at Checkers Drive-In Restaurants to being the owner/operator of 28 Rally’s restaurants in Kentucky and southern Indiana. Since that deal, Miller has successfully promoted his restaurants by using sports to draw in customers. Miller has been a...

His Advice? Call Corporate Everyday
April 2011

After 17 years on the corporate side of quick service, Rob Parsons stepped out of the suit, threw on a purple polo, and opened his first Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen unit in 2009. Having previously worked for the real-estate division of Popeyes and at Denny’s corporate, Parsons helped his...

Fill Your Portfolio with Brands that Last
March 2011

After an abundance of successful business ventures, David Lobel founded Sentinel Capital Partners, a private equity firm that specializes in buying and building middle-market companies in the U.S. and Canada. Along with other prosperous investments, Lobel and senior partner and cofounder John...

Four Tips to Make Your Company Outlive You
February 2011

After running nuclear reactors for submarines, Loren Goodridge was ready to be his own boss. Navy alum Goodridge became a Subway franchisee in 1992, and has since been recognized for his strategic planning skills by Subway CEO Fred DeLuca and grown his franchise company to 20 units. Armed with...