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How can an emerging franchisor build out their home office team to give their franchisees the support they deserve while operating on a limited budget? Chris Raimo and I are going to be getting creative today during our Zorward Advisors emerging franchisor roundtable!
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Did you know we host happy hours on the first Tuesday of every month? This month's theme is M&A in May! Join us for an engaging M&A panel with Josh Springer and Marc Rona discussing all things M&A and the journey of getting acquired by Hawke, next Tuesday. If you're looking to be acquired, interested in the process, or just want to network while enjoying complimentary drinks c/o Happiest Ours , delicious tacos, and customized pancake art 🥞🎨, hit the RSVP button with the link in the comments below. Have a question? DM us or drop a comment below! 🧩 #mergersandacquisitions #happyhour #networking
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Watching Fawn Weaver’s dominance in the spirits sector brings me SO MUCH joy! Fawn is the CEO of Uncle Nearest, Inc. Premium Whiskey and recently shared a video on Instagram that has sent shock waves through the culture (video attached). ⚡️ I love how Fawn unequivocally acknowledges comments about Moet Hennessy launching recent partnerships with #Beyonce (SirDavis American Whiskey, named after her great-grandfather) and #Lebron (Hennessy Limited Editions by Lebron James) — welcoming them to the sector and advising them to “TAKE ALL THEIR MONEY.” Without batting an eye! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey is valued at $1.1Bn — and get this, she’s achieved this feat WITHOUT taking any institutional investments! Instead, Fawn has raised $225MM from +160 small wealthy investors. She hasn’t capitalized her business with any venture capital (VC) or private equity (PE) dollars and recently told Forbes CCO at the Power Women’s Summit in NYC that she would constantly see women + founders of color being replaced at their institutions within 2 years of huge press announcements about them bringing those types of investments onto their cap table. Fawn owns her trademarks, patents, and land — all of it. She’s intentionally planning to be the acquirer, not the acquired, and I LOVE to see it! Fawn founded #UncleNearest Premium Whiskey in 2016 after learning about the previously unknown master whiskey distiller, Uncle Nearest, a formerly enslaved man who taught Jack Daniel how to make Tennessee whiskey. ▪️Fawn purchased the 300-acre farm in Lynchburg, TN where Nearest had taught Jack how to distill. ▪️Up until Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, while males represented 30% of the U.S. and 100% of the whiskies. 100%‼️ ▪️Uncle Nearest has become the fastest-growing American whiskey brand in U.S. history. It was the world’s most-awarded Bourbon in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. The distillery is the world’s 7th most visited. It is so important that we understand #sustainable financial practices that aren’t relegated to sweeping up Black business equity into large conglomerates. With patience and #regenerative practices, we can accumulate wealth that lives centuries beyond us and empowers our communities. I’m so happy to do meaningful work in the field of finance + see the fruits of strategic economic reclamation in this lifetime. Lastly — be sure to buy her new book: ‘Love & Whiskey: The Remarkable True Story of Jack Daniel, His Master Distiller Nearest Green, and the Improbable Rise of Uncle Nearest’ 📚 #Ownership #Capital #NewBook #Finance
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Roark Capital is reportedly exploring the possibility of taking Inspire public through an IPO. Inspire Brands, the owner of popular fast-food chains such as Dunkin’, Arby’s, and Jimmy John’s, could be valued at approximately $20 billion in the potential listing, scheduled for late 2024 or 2025, contingent on favorable market conditions. Inspire Brands, created by Roark in 2018, operates as an owner, operator, and franchisor of a diverse portfolio of restaurant brands, including Baskin-Robbins, Sonic Drive-In, and Buffalo Wild Wings. In 2022, Inspire completed an $11 billion take-private deal to acquire Dunkin’, marking one of the largest restaurant transactions to date. While discussions are ongoing, no final decisions have been made regarding whether to proceed with an IPO, and details such as the size and timing of the offering remain undetermined. Roark Capital, based in Atlanta, has a significant presence in the fast-food sector, with investments split between two major groups: Inspire and Focus Brands. Focus Brands includes popular names like Auntie Anne’s, Cinnabon, and Jamba. In a strategic move last year, Roark announced the acquisition of the sandwich chain Subway for $9.6 billion, reinforcing its position in the competitive fast-food market. Roark Capital also holds a stake in The Cheesecake Factory, showcasing its diverse and expansive portfolio within the restaurant industry. Certainly, something to keep your eye on this year! https://lnkd.in/daBvxS5C #business #ipo #capitalmarkets #investment #inspirebrands
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Independent agencies Barkley and OKRP have merged to form the new entity BarkleyOKRP. The merged agency will service OKRP clients including Burger King and Metro by T-Mobile, along with Barkley clients such as AMC, Motel 6, Papa Murphy’s, Planet Fitness, Premier Protein, Red Lobster and Smoothie King.
Barkley and OKRP merge to form BarkleyOKRP
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Exciting times ahead
We are pleased to announce the Shallan Group, a Private Family Business Group, has acquired 100% of the share capital of Glendale Foods Group, in an undisclosed deal. The Glendale founders, Paul Burkitt and Mark Jones, say that ‘This is a great next chapter for Glendale Foods, we are delighted to have found investors who share the same values as ourselves and very much look forward to seeing the continued growth and success of the business.’ Click here to learn more… https://lnkd.in/eYD66Fkz
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A lot of people don't know the origin story of Kin Seltzer started at Keystone. It was here, in a session focused on beer brewing, that the idea for America's first Black-owned seltzer was sparked. The founder, Josh Lewis, deeply entrenched in the nightlife industry and initially inclined towards spirits, found his curiosity piqued by the intricacies of brewing beer. This session not only broadened his understanding but also highlighted a significant gap in the Black community's engagement with beer. It was a revelation that Black-owned brands were virtually absent in this sector. This gap presented not just a challenge, but an opportunity to innovate and penetrate a market longing for diversity and representation. The journey from concept to creation was propelled by the nurturing environment of Keystone, which facilitated crucial connections and fostered a supportive community. A simple request for introductions led to a valuable partnership with Eric Martens, owner of border brewing company, marking the beginning of the creation of Kin. This success story is a testament to the power of community, the value of supportive networks, and the impact of spaces that champion entrepreneurship and diversity. Kin's emergence from Keystone's ecosystem underscores the significance of platforms that provide a voice and opportunities to underrepresented entrepreneurs, highlighting the profound influence we can have on fostering innovation and creating inclusive markets. #innovation #kansascity #collaboration Joshua I. Lewis Border Brewing Company
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I talk to CEOs and C-suite executives relatively regularly about their desire to shift sectors - they’re currently seen as one type of company, and instead want to be perceived as another. Sometimes it’s an existing industry they want to be part of, and other times it’s a whole new category. The reality is that it isn’t easy to arbitrarily decide that you should be seen as different way, and it takes substantial change over a sustained period of time, rather than just waking up one morning and deciding it’s time for a new look. There’s a good example highlighted today with news that Petco will make a management transition with the departure of their CEO and the appointment of a temporary leader. Reading the copy, it seems that Petco decided four years ago that it was no longer a retail business but a health and wellness company. It stopped selling unhealthy pet food and shock collars, and started adding vet services to its offering. Here’s the thing though. I go to Petco relatively regularly. We’ve got a dog and my daughter had two rats until recently. And yet in the last four years, I’ve seen no clear change in positioning at the company. That’s not to say that there hasn’t been change, just that if there has, it hasn’t been impactful enough for me to notice. The reality is that brand and messaging overhauls are tough. It takes a lot for established companies to shift perception, and just saying you’re a different kind of company isn’t enough. Leaders have to ensure it is lived and breathed at every level of the company, and give customers (whether consumers or other businesses) no choice but to realise you’ve changed. The fact that Petco haven’t managed to achieve that might be one reason the CEO is currently looking for a new role.
Petco CEO Ron Coughlin is out, former Best Buy exec to step in as interim chief executive
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Chick-Fil-A's business model is one to admire. The way they treat their employees is a key factor in their success. By valuing and investing in their workforce, Chick-Fil-A creates a positive work environment that translates to exceptional customer service. It's a win-win situation. Kudos to Chick-Fil-A for setting an example for other businesses to follow.
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Wow! Many forward thinking #smb leaders like Stephen Dixon proactively took on the initiative of creating a Digital Business Plan. As for those great entrepreneurs who are still unsure of what is a #digitalroadmap... Well... It's a guide to help the business navigate its journey from current operations to a digitally optimized future. It includes goals, strategies, timelines, and resources needed to adopt new technologies, improve processes, and enhance customer experiences. All businesses in 2024 are operating #DigitalBusinesses, so take control of the digital benefits without being overwhelmed with navigating the complexities on your own. Book a Meeting with me! 👇
🎉 Celebrating 5 Years of Digital Success! 🎉 Five years ago today, we delivered our first digital roadmap to Grimross Brewing Co. It's been an incredible journey since June 19th, 2019, and we're proud to have supported so many amazing businesses along the way. Thank you to all our clients, partners, and team members for making this milestone possible. Here's to many more years of innovation and growth! 🚀 #Anniversary #DigitalTransformation #SMBSuccess
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