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Franchise Industry Hits 5 Percent GDP Share
In the debut episode of Franchise Conversations with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore why the franchise sector now accounts for over five percent of U.S. GDP, using the explosive growth of Firehouse Subs as a case study. They examine how the chain scaled from a single 200-square-foot restaurant in 1994 to more than 1,200 locations today, and the specific operational systems—real estate selection, training programs, and supply chain—that made it possible. Lucas argues that the real value of a franchise isn't the brand name but the playbook, while Luna pushes back on the risks of losing…
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