E137 - Episode 129: Kendall Ware a Restaurant Franchise Specialist
Published: January 27, 2026
Duration: 47:49
In this episode of Corner Booth, Chris Tripoli interviews Kendall Ware, a seasoned restaurant industry leader and franchise consultant. Kendall shares his journey from bussing tables at age 16 to becoming CEO of major brands like Cinnabon and Orange Leaf. His experience spans opening nearly 100 restaurants and leading six national brands, giving him unique insights into the franchising process. For restaurant owners exploring growth, Kendall emphasizes the importance of understanding why you want to franchise and ensuring your concept is scalable before taking the leap.
Kendall outlines the critical steps for turning a profitable restaurant into a franchise...