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🎉 A Game-Changing Opportunity Awaits! Join the Craveworthy Revolution! 🎉 Today, I'm bubbling with excitement to bring you a groundbreaking investment opportunity – one that's not just a first for us, but a rarity in the industry! Everything we are doing we are turning this industry on its head and this opportunity should be no different. 🚀 Why Craveworthy Brands we are the Talk of the Town We're more than a company; we're a culinary powerhouse, blending innovation with deliciousness. Our team, is deep with people that built the likes of Jimmy John’s, Punchh, worked at McDonalds, YUM, Nestle and more we are on a mission to catapult ten sizzling fast-casual restaurant brands to stardom. 🌟 The Craveworthy Edge Diverse Portfolio Magic: Investing in us is like investing in a constellation of stars – diversified, dynamic, and dazzling. Franchise Brilliance: We’re not just building brands; we're crafting legacies with our smart, franchise-focused strategy. Market Boom: The fast-casual industry is booming, projected to soar to a staggering $563B! We're riding this wave, full speed ahead. Leadership Legends: Our team's resume? A collective saga of industry triumphs. Revenue Revolution: From bustling company-owned spots to thriving franchises, we're redefining revenue streams. ✨ Investment for All – A Dream Come True Here's the real kicker – our Regulation CF Offering breaks down barriers. Whether you're an investment guru or a first-timer, our doors are wide open. And yes, this means our incredible team and everyone out there can be a part of our journey! 🌟 A Vision Materialized This isn't just business; it's a passion. A vision where everyone – yes, everyone – can own a piece of a dream. This offering is my heart and soul, a chance for us to grow together. https://lnkd.in/gMmeHXFx 🔥 Be a Part of Something Monumental The clock's ticking, and the world is watching. Are you ready to be a part of the Craveworthy saga? Check out our Investment Page and take the leap. Let’s not just chase dreams; let’s catch them! Together, let's shape the future of dining and hospitality. 🍽️ Cheers to our collective success! #Craveworthy #InvestmentRevolution #CulinaryInnovation #CommunityPower #FutureIsNow

My first trip to Las Vegas included eating sushi in front of the Sphere, taking pictures with Star Wars characters, getting lost in the maze that was the Wynn Resort, and randomly running into former NBA player Blake Griffin with Erin Mandzik and Ali Lloyd. And somewhere in between, I had the chance to explore the expanding enterprise that is FAT Brands Inc. and where the company is headed. Optimism was high among operators. Co-branding, retail expansion of products into other brands, and internal growth are all in motion. But the big headline these days is Twin Peaks and recent acquisition Smokey Bones. Roughly a half to two-thirds of Smokey Bones are converting over to Twin Peaks, a brand that boasts $6M AUVs. It also has a triple-digit pipeline. Meanwhile, FAT Brands is going to franchise Smokey Bones alongside for the first time, hoping to grow it back to its peak (120 or so units). A lot going on and a fitting backdrop in Vegas to match the ambition of what's to come. On a side, did I gamble at all? Nope. Although I can still see the slot machines in my brain at night.

Reviving Blockbuster Franchises: A Lesson in Audience-Centric Innovation 📽️ What does it take to breathe new life into a major franchise like Star Wars? Reflecting on Disney's & Lucasfilm's cancellation of The Acolyte, it’s clear even the big guys can falter if they don't resonate with audiences...So, how do we balance creative risks while keeping fans engaged? 💫🤷 ➔ Blend Feedback into Vision: First off, we have to work harder to integrate fan sentiment more effectively into the creative process. While bold visions drive innovation, audience expectations ensures success. As a Reddit user noted, "It felt like they were ignoring the fans." 😒🙉 Lesson? Vision has to align with fans' expectations. ➔ Honor Values: Fans desire innovation that feels AUTHENTIC to the universe they love. As one Twitter user put it, "The Acolyte felt like a different show from the Star Wars I know." 😞💔 In other words, we must stay TRUE to the franchise’s ROOTS when introducing new elements. ➔ Innovate Within the Framework: The Acolyte may have been bold and creative, but why didn’t it capture the excitement of previous Star Wars projects? The answer here lies in the need to BALANCE innovation with audience expectations by making the familiar NEW (as The Mandalorian did with its transformation of Yoda into baby Grogu). 🔙🕰️ While The Acolyte faced its challenges, The Mandalorian continued to engage millions, highlighting the need for us writers, directors, and producers to more deeply reconsider the BALANCE between creative risks and audience connection. How Can We Get It Right? 🤨💡 ✔️ Leverage Immersive Storytelling: Utilize VR and AR to create interactive experiences that better engage the audience ✔️ Craft Complex Characters: Apply advanced techniques like interactive storytelling and AI-driven growth to develop multi-dimensionality ✔️ Engage Fans Actively: Use real-time feedback and crowd-sourced storylines to involve fans directly in the creative process ✔️ Honor Core Values: Integrate franchise lore into new formats, blending innovative concepts with traditional elements ✔️ Prioritize Audience Feedback: Use data analytics and sentiment analysis to tailor creative decisions to evolving audience expectations ✔️ Balance Innovation with Tradition: Experiment with genre-blending and hybrid formats to respect established lore while introducing fresh perspectives ✔️ Focus on Audience-Centric Innovation: Develop transmedia strategies that let fans experience stories across multiple platforms, aligning innovation with their preferences The Future of Storytelling ✨📖✨ As we push the boundaries of storytelling, keeping the audience at the HEART of innovation is vital. By listening to THEIR needs and honoring the ORIGINS of our stories, we can create experiences that captivate for years. So which do you think matters more in reviving legacy franchises: Innovative storytelling or a fan-centric approach? Moreover, what’s your take on the future of #StarWars? 🌌🤔

☕ 🚀 Exciting News! 🚀 ☕ Blackstone (NYSE:BX) announced on Wednesday its growth equity investment in 7 Brew Coffee, the innovative drive-thru beverage business reshaping the coffee landscape. With the rapid proliferation of coffee chains like Dutch Brothers, Scooters, and Starbucks, 7 Brew stands out for its commitment to personalized drinks (offering over 20,000 combinations) and fostering joy with every sip. Since its inception in 2017 with a humble stand in Rogers, Arkansas, 7 Brew has captured hearts with its unique approach. Today, it stands as a leading franchisor, recognized as QSR Magazine's "Breakout Brand of 2023." John Davidson, CEO of 7 Brew, expressed excitement about the partnership with Blackstone, emphasizing their shared vision and Blackstone's global resources to fuel expansion. Todd Hirsch and Katie Storer of Blackstone highlighted 7 Brew's exceptional growth and its redefinition of the coffee experience. Brian Cornyn of Blackstone underscored the thematic focus on investing in strong franchise businesses, showcasing confidence in 7 Brew's potential for exponential growth. Jimmy John Liautaud, Founder of Jimmy John’s Sandwiches and a selling shareholder in this transaction, expressed pride in contributing to 7 Brew's franchising journey, confident in the Brew Crew, management, and Blackstone's ability to drive success. While the terms of the transaction remain undisclosed, it marks a significant milestone for 7 Brew's journey. Legal counsel was provided by Friday, Eldredge & Clark, LLP for 7 Brew, and Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP for Blackstone. About 7 Brew: 7 Brew is revolutionizing the drive-thru coffee experience, offering espresso-based coffee, chillers, teas, infused energy drinks, sodas, and more, all served with an extra dose of kindness. From its inception with seven original coffees in Rogers, AR, 7 Brew has expanded to over 190 stands nationwide, making mornings brighter, one cup at a time. About Blackstone: Blackstone, the world’s largest alternative asset manager, is committed to delivering compelling returns by strengthening the companies in which it invests. With over $1 trillion in assets under management, Blackstone's global investment strategies span real estate, private equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, credit, real assets, secondaries, and hedge funds. What do YOU think? With the massive growth of companies like Starbucks, Scooters, 7 Brew, and Dutch Brothers, is there as much room for continued growth as we think?

Well-known South African retail brand enters business rescue West Pack Lifestyle, one of South Africa’s most recognisable retail brands, has entered voluntary business rescue proceedings. Matuson Associates published details about the business rescue proceedings of West Pack Lifestyle last month. It said West Pack’s board of directors adopted a resolution on 9 May 2024 to voluntarily commence business rescue proceedings. The notice of the beginning of business rescue proceedings was filed with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission on 15 May 2024. The company nominated Grant Chittenden, Jenna Osborne and Lance Schapiro to be its joint business rescue practitioners. West Pack comprises numerous companies, including West Pack Lifestyle, West Pack Lifestyle Distribution Centre, West Pack Franchise, Petzone, and Petzone Franchise. West Pack employs 924 employees, and the business rescue proceedings aim to save the company and these jobs. The company said it was financially distressed and was unlikely to pay its debts when they become due over the next six months. West Pack explained that it landed in financial trouble because of its accelerated growth path, which strained its cash flows. It said the high capital cost of opening stores and the increased inventory mix depleted the company’s cash and ability to repay debt. Another problem was that West Pack’s unsold inventory increased because of the incorrect product mix. The working capital constraints prevented the company from buying the right products to fix its product mix. West Pack added that South Africa’s struggling economy and load-shedding caused further hardship. These factors caused the retailer’s turnover to steadily decline over the last few months. As such, it has not met its budgeted revenue. It resulted in West Pack trading at a loss, which has “put considerable pressure” on its cash reserves. Despite these challenges, West Pack said there was a reasonable prospect of the company being saved. The company is now executing initiatives to restructure the business and drive its turnaround. Operationally, it is improving procurement procedures to achieve optimal stock levels and a better product mix. It is further reducing overhead expenses and is restructuring the business to achieve an ideal retail footprint with market-aligned rental rates. “By implementing the above initiatives, there will be a reasonable prospect of rescuing the company,” it said. I am not surprised to be honest🤷♂️. I always wondered who was buying all that plastic stock to warrant such store expansion. The other one I worry about is The Crazy Store and Drip, the footwear company. So many stores but who buys at all these to make the business viable in the long term and shockproof in the short term?🤔 Entrepreneurs, growth can and should be managed. Periodt (yes with a t)! #retail https://lnkd.in/dHtuud6f

𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐒𝐈𝐆𝐍𝐒 𝐋𝐀𝐑𝐆𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐔𝐒 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐋 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘞𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴-𝘉𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘔𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘱𝘵 𝘉𝘰𝘭𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘍𝘰𝘰𝘵𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘵 𝘈𝘤𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘴 𝘜𝘵𝘢𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘰 𝘛𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘔𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘋𝘦𝘢𝘭 𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐕𝐄𝐑 — The Elements Massage® brand, the nation’s leading massage therapy concept where every session is personalized to meet clients’ needs, recently signed its largest area double-digit unit development agreement to be developed across Utah and Colorado. The agreement was inked with an established franchise operating group within the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) space, who own and operate restaurants across the country, in addition to its other business ventures. This is their first venture into the wellness space and marks a significant milestone for the Elements Massage brand during a pivotal era of growth, highlighting its appeal for established multi-brand operators looking to diversify their portfolios. “𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘯𝘶𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘱𝘵𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘌𝘭𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘔𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘲𝘶𝘦 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘺 𝘪𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘤𝘬 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘶𝘴,” said a senior executive from the group. “𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢 𝘳𝘰𝘣𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘮𝘰𝘥𝘦𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘰𝘸𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦, 𝘸𝘦 𝘧𝘦𝘭𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘌𝘭𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘔𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘥𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘧𝘺 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘣𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘭𝘴. 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘦𝘵𝘴 𝘪𝘵𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧 𝘢𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘺 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘻𝘦𝘥 𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘮𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘯’𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘪𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘺 𝘢 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘪𝘯 𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘶𝘦𝘥 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘵𝘩.” The group noted that in addition to the common tech stack, the growth trajectory of the massage and wellness space in the United States made the investment very appealing, as consumers are surging more of their discretionary income toward self-care services. “𝘞𝘦’𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘱𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘧𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘴𝘦 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘱 𝘫𝘰𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘌𝘭𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘔𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘴 𝘸𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘶𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘤𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯,” said Kelli Schroeder, VP of Franchise Development with WellBiz Brands. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gDUNeMUr

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🚨 PITCH SCAN Day 49 Analysis: "Kiosk Kaffee - Bringing Premium Coffee to the Masses" 🚨 Welcome back to Pitch Scan. Today, we’ll discuss about Kiosk Kaffee, a brand dedicated to offering premium-tasting coffee at an affordable price. This innovative venture is founded by Nilesh P., Savan Oswal, and Sangram Suresh Kamble. ▣ About Kiosk Kaffee & Their Ask: Kiosk Kaffee prides itself on delivering a premium coffee experience for just 70 rupees, a fraction of the 250 rupees typically associated with high-quality coffee. Their hero product is Kafe Frappe. They use a blended roast of Robusta and Arabica beans. In addition to their existing offerings, Kiosk Kaffee is soon launching Instant Coffee and Fresh Premium Coffee Beans. With 50 outlets across various locations, 40 are franchise-operated, and 10 are company-owned, providing seating for 10-12 people each. During their pitch, The founders sought an investment of 90 lakhs for 3% equity. ▣ Business Figures: Kiosk Kaffee has demonstrated impressive growth since its inception. In FY22-23, the company's sales amounted to 8.4 crores, with a projected sales figure of 11 crores for FY23-24. Their net profit increased from 6.5% in FY22-23 to 9.5% in FY23-24 (up until October). The revenue breakdown is as follows: 30% from company-owned outlets, 58% from raw material sales to franchise outlets, 2.5% from royalties, and 9.5% from franchise fees. Their franchise fee is set at 3 lakhs, and the cost of materials for franchisees is 45% of sales. Notably, 2-3 franchise outlets have already reached the breakeven point. ▣ Sharks’ Concerns & Suggestions: Despite being impressed by Kiosk Kaffee's rapid growth and affordable premium coffee, the Sharks ultimately decided not to invest. Their concerns centered around their business model, profitability and scalability. Peyush Bansal advised the founders to focus on increasing the revenue per outlet instead of rapidly expanding the number of outlets. He suggested that enhancing the efficiency and profitability of existing outlets would be more beneficial in the long run. In Conclusion, Kiosk Kaffee's journey highlights the potential of delivering premium coffee at an affordable price, making it accessible to a broader audience. With a solid growth trajectory and a unique value proposition, Kiosk Kaffee has successfully carved out a niche for itself. However, the feedback from the Sharks underscores the importance of refining business strategies to ensure long-term sustainability and profitability. By focusing on improving the revenue per outlet, Kiosk Kaffee can strengthen its business model and enhance its competitive edge. That wraps up today’s analysis. See you in the next analysis of Pitch Scan for more insights into innovative pitches and entrepreneurial journeys. #PitchScan #KioskKaffee #SharkTankIndia

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