JINYA Ramen Bar: Restarting and Scaling Growth
A Great Concept Needing a Reset Founded by Tomo Takahashi, JINYA Ramen Bar® had all the makings of a national brand: exceptional full-service ramen, an authentic story, and growing consumer demand. Yet after three years, expansion had slowed, and the brand risked losing momentum. Without a strong franchise development engine, JINYA couldn’t capture multi-unit investor […]
Spitz Mediterranean: Repositioning for Multi-Market Growth
From Urban Favorite to Expanding Franchise Brand Spitz® built its following with a distinctive take on Mediterranean street food, serving craveable wraps, bowls and signature favorites in a vibrant, neighborhood-driven atmosphere. With authentic flavors, a loyal customer base and a concept that had found success in major metropolitan markets, the brand saw an opportunity to […]
The Success of Pokeworks
Pokeworks didn’t just introduce Americans to poke—it created an entirely new category in the fast-casual space. With bold flavors, customizable menus, and an innovative guest experience, Pokeworks set the gold standard for premium fast-casual poke. But to scale their success into a lasting franchise model, they needed a partner who understood how to franchise fresh, […]
Better Blend Smoothies: Designing a Purpose-Driven Emerging Franchise
Turning a Local Favorite Into a Scalable Brand Better Blend® was founded in 2018 by Isaac Hamlin, who had a simple but powerful mission: make healthy eating both inspiring and accessible. Known for its protein-packed smoothies and performance-driven bowls, the brand quickly gained a loyal following among fitness enthusiasts and health-conscious consumers. But like many […]