How to Buy Franchise Businesses, Then Sell to PE

After buying then exiting a 12-unit franchise portfolio, Alicia Miller became expert on how to attract private equity.

Topics in Alicia’s interview:

• Leaving her corporate career to buy a franchise
• Acquiring a portfolio of Sylvan Learning Centers
• Turning around unprofitable locations
• Her tips for negotiating an acquisition
• How private equity has impacted franchising
• Acquiring existing franchise locations vs. de novo development
• Which brands attract private equity and why
• New brands that are disrupting their industries
• Why Subway has value despite closing locations
• How emerging franchise brands change as they grow

References and how to contact Alicia:

• LinkedIn
• Big Money In Franchising by Alicia Miller

Get a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):

• Book a call with Tim or email [email protected] and mention Acquiring Minds

Get a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business:

• Contact [email protected] or visit Aspen HR

Work with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:

• Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital Advisory

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