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The Future of Franchise-Backed Investments in 2026

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How Alternative Asset Classes in Franchising Are Expanding the Investor Playbook

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Growth Equity vs. Buyout: Which Investment Firms Back Emerging Franchise Brands?

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Growth Equity vs. Buyout: Which Investment Firms Back Emerging Franchises?

07-16-2026 | 8:00AM

Mike McGraw of FOCUS Investment Banking explains how growth equity and buyout firms evaluate franchise brands differently, and why timing can shape the right investment partnership.

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The Investors Redefining Franchise Ownership: Jim Balis — CapitalSpring

07-9-2026 | 4:53PM

As head of strategic operations at CapitalSpring, Balis helps franchise brands grow through operational expertise, disciplined expansion and a relentless focus on franchisee success.

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Risk Management in Multi-Brand Portfolios: Concentration, Compliance and Unit Health

07-2-2026 | 3:27PM

Multi-brand operators are protecting long-term growth by managing brand mix, compliance demands and unit performance across the portfolio.

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What Institutional Capital Looks for in Franchisors

05-5-2026 | 7:30AM
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Top 15 Emerging Franchise Investment Firms to Watch in 2026

04-23-2026 | 8:00AM
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The Dealmakers Behind Franchise Consolidation: How BRIX Holdings’ Amol Kohli Sees Scale Reshaping Franchising

04-2-2026 | 8:00AM
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The Dealmakers Behind Franchise Consolidation: Catherine Monson of Propelled Brands

02-12-2026 | 2:41PM
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Top 15 Middle Market Franchise Investment Firms to Watch in 2026

01-29-2026 | 8:00AM
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The Dealmakers Behind Franchise Consolidation: Michael Esposito of Franchise Equity Partners

01-8-2026 | 1:00PM
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Private Equity Insider: What We Look for in a Brand — Bradley Lay, Peak Capital Group

06-17-2025 | 12:07PM
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Private Equity Insider: What We Look for in a Brand — Andy Cagnetta, Transworld Business Advisors

06-12-2025 | 8:00AM
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Private Equity Insider: What We Look for in a Brand — Tee Gwena, Transora Partners

05-21-2025 | 8:07AM
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Private Equity Insider: What We Look for in a Brand — Will Busch, III, FMG Leading

05-15-2025 | 4:09PM

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The Investors Redefining Franchise Ownership: Jim Balis — CapitalSpring

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Risk Management in Multi-Brand Portfolios: Concentration, Compliance and Unit Health

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Multi-brand operators are protecting long-term growth by managing brand mix, compliance demands and unit performance across the portfolio.

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The Dealmakers Behind Franchise Consolidation: Chris Elliott of FSC Franchise Co.

05-28-2026 | 8:00AM

After acquiring Newk’s Eatery in 2023, FSC Franchise Co. is eyeing more growth opportunities as CEO Chris Elliott expects consolidation to continue across franchising.

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Founder-Led to System-Led: The Operator Talent Pipeline Powering Platform Growth

06-11-2026 | 8:00AM

The strongest franchise platforms are built by developing operators into leaders and putting the right systems in place long before expansion starts.

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Growth Equity vs. Buyout: Which Investment Firms Back Emerging Franchise Brands?

07-16-2026 | 4:05PM

Emerging franchise brands should understand how growth equity and buyout firms differ before choosing the right investment partner for long-term expansion.

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Development Pipelines: How Investors Underwrite Growth Plans and Territory Quality

06-9-2026 | 8:00AM

A territory's demographics may start the conversation, but the discussion quickly turns to how the market will perform over time.

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How PE Evaluates a Franchise Investment with a Due Diligence Checklist

06-4-2026 | 5:30PM

Private equity firms use a multi-step diagnostic process combining analytical data and human factors to evaluate a franchise's potential for future value creation.

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