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Why Multi-Unit Operators Should Invest in Brands with Flexible Real Estate Options

Modern Restaurant Management

My team quickly learned that diversifying our portfolio with different real estate models was a critical part of adapting to the ever-evolving market. Here’s why we need the most flexibility possible to receive the best return on investment: Obtain a Better Understanding of the Market. Maximize Available Real Estate.

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Top Three Reasons Why Multi-Unit Operators Should be Looking at Fast Casual Brands to Expand their Portfolio in the Restaurant Industry

Modern Restaurant Management

Fast casual brands, like the one I currently work for – Modern Market Eatery – are increasingly taking over that space and earning a loyal following for their culinary flexibility and innovation that they can serve up at prices less than upscale dining.

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Survey Says: Restaurateurs Are Making Expansion Plans

Modern Restaurant Management

The website is one part of it, but it’s also about maintaining an active social media presence, offering a loyalty program, and investing in ongoing marketing campaigns. What can restaurateurs take away from the responses of their fellow operators? I hope they come away from reading the r eport with a sense of optimism.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Virtual BBQ and Pieology in China

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Six units throughout Irvine, Orange and Tustin. Two units in Los Angeles. “Since launching the franchise initiative in October 2019, we have been energized by the interest and excitement from experienced multi-unit operators who want to get involved with the brand,” said Bill Phelps, CEO of Dave’s Hot Chicken.

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How Top Multi-Unit Restaurants are Using Tech to Grow

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Real, market-leading multi-unit brands are scaling fast with technology like 7shifts. Before she was Pita Way's director of operations, Holly Megges was a store manager at one of Pita Way's 13 locations. Beyond saving time, scheduling software helps multi-unit operators save money, too.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Franchising for Heroes and Shaq-a-Roni for Charity

Modern Restaurant Management

Chick’nCone – the fast-craft restaurant concept famous for serving crispy, hand-cut chicken tenders in a freshly made waffle cone – is looking to capitalize on the growth it experienced throughout the course of the pandemic as it expands into new markets throughout the country.

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How to Develop a Successful Franchise Advisory Council (FAC)

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These subjects might include feedback on new multi-unit restaurant technology , menu and marketing initiatives, as well as assistance navigating supply chain, economic, or hiring difficulties. 9:30 am: Navigating the brand's upcoming marketing campaign. 10:30 am: Improving recruitment and retention. 1:00 pm: Dismissal.