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We Sell Restaurants is the Only All-Restaurant Franchise Brokerage nationwide. We have carved an unparalleled niche in the industry as the nation's leading and only business broker franchise focused on restaurants. Today, We Sell Restaurants is a vibrant and innovative company that operates in 45 states nationwide and delivers on the founder's vision to Sell More Restaurants Than Anyone Else. PERIOD.
We Sell Restaurants was named to the INC Magazine INC 5000 list in 2022 as one of the fastest growing privately held companies in America. Franchise Business Review found their franchisees ranked them 25th among thousands of brands surveyed for franchisee satisfaction and in the top five among business services brands. They were named by Nation's Restaurant News as one of the most influential suppliers to the restaurant industry.
The founders are Eric and Robin Gagnon. This dynamic duo and husband and wife team are the country's leading restaurant brokers. Popular hosts of the syndicated radio show, “We Sell Restaurants” for a number of years, they guest host, write, blog, speak, train and present on topics of interest to the industry. Their book, Appetite for Acquisition was named "Best of" by Small Business Book Awards and has a five-star rating on Amazon.
Eric Gagnon is a CFE or Certified Franchise Executive. He serves on the VetFran Committee of the International Franchise Association or IFA. He has his Certified Business Intermediary designation from the International Business Brokers Association and has been named a Fellow of the IBBA, an honor bestowed upon those who have made an outstanding contribution to the industry.
Robin Gagnon is a CFE or Certified Franchise Executive. She chairs the Women's Franchise Committee of the International Franchise Association and serves on the Board of Directors of the IFA. She has been designated a Certified Business Intermediary from the International Business Brokers Association and also holds an MBA. She was named by Entrepreneur as one of the "Top Influential Women in Franchising."
These veteran industry experts have defined the term “Restaurant Brokers” with their unmatched experience, knowledge and count of restaurants sold. They have been designated as Industry Experts by Business Brokerage Press in the areas of Franchise Resales and Restaurant Sales. They created and developed the only national training for brokers to obtain the credential of Certified Restaurant Broker.
The two have trademarked their brand, “We Sell Restaurants” and are franchising nationwide. They share their knowledge through one of the most extensive training programs available to the industry. Their multi-platform training program leads to the nation’s only Certified Restaurant Broker designation.
Robin Gagnon, a member of [Stan's] Franchise Family Faves." In the past, she has been a savvy corporate marketer a business executive and corporate retail strategist. Today, she is a franchisor, a...
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PALM COAST, Fla. March 17, 2023 – The International Franchise Association (IFA) named Justin Scotto, owner of We Sell Restaurants in North and South Carolina, as a 2023 Franchisee of the Year...
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Restaurant industry sales are expected to reach $855 billion in 2023, returning to near pre-pandemic, 2019 levels and demonstrating healthy recovery for the industry. Profits, on the other hand...
Restaurant Transactions Jump 20% in 2022, Outpacing Small Business Acquisitions by a 4 to 1 Margin. Small Business Acquisitions Increased 4.7% while Restaurant Sales Grow 20% for...
Brent Greenwood Joins We Sell Restaurants as Director of Franchise Development. Brent Greenwood, CFE, has joined the firm as Director of Franchise Development. Greenwood will be responsible for...
Robin Gagnon, co-founder of We Sell Restaurants franchise, and the chair of IFA’s Women’s Franchise Committee thinks it’s time to rethink leadership. In fact, this year’s theme...
We Sell Restaurants’ CEO & Co-Founder, Robin Gagnon, Enters 2023 IFA Convention after Full Year as the Women’s Franchise Committee Chair. “We enjoyed a year of milestones and growth for...
Independent Survey Shows Franchise Owners Are Highly Satisfied with We Sell Restaurants’ Performance. We Sell Restaurants was recently named a Top Franchise for 2023 by Franchise Business Review...
Technology is cool, but restaurant guests still want a human touch. In an age of technological innovation and automation, it’s important that you balance those tools with a human element...
How Independent Operators are Embracing Change and Reaping the Rewards This year’s Restaurant Business Top 100 Independents list reflects what was happening inside restaurants across the US...
Preparing for the Potential Increase in Restaurant Turnover. It might be time to create a structured resale plan for your units. There’s been a noticeable uptick in restaurants going on...
Economizing in the Kitchen - How Restaurants are Reducing their Footprints. Every industry changes over time. As new technology is developed or customers’ habits and preferences evolve, so do...
Restaurants Bought & Sold in Third Quarter of 2022 Flat to the Prior Quarter - Still Beating Last Year. The number of restaurants changing hands in the third quarter of 2022 was...
Shifting Population Trends Impact the Restaurant Industry The pandemic has boosted certain markets around the country. Others, not so much. More than two years after the pandemic...
6 Strategies Restaurant Owners Can Use To Navigate The Labor Shortage. The labor crunch is widespread. Although it’s affecting many industries, it’s particularly pronounced in restaurants...
This marks the second WSR franchise to come to Arizona this year, after adding a territory in Chandler in July. The new franchise will be owned by Phoenix resident Kevin Hudson, who...
Did a Crisis Just Prove How Well the Franchise Restaurant Model Works? While COVID brought many industries to a standstill, it is clear that those in the hospitality industry were dramatically...
The world is changing, with technological breakthroughs being made all the time. Many different industries and fields are evolving as businesses find ways to put the latest tech to use, and...
Experienced Business Executive Don Williams Will Lead Restaurant Brokerage Firm. We Sell Restaurants announced its newest territory in Forest, VA...
This episode features the Founder and President of We Sell Restaurants and wesellrestaurants.com, Eric Gagnon. Eric is an industry expert in restaurant sales and holds the...
The increased value of restaurants is creating an optimistic outlook for the industry. In every area of life, things are getting more expensive. Gas, rent, and essentials from the grocery store...
The latest BizBuySell Industry Insight Report tracking restaurant sales contains good news for the industry, as business brokers report gains in units sold and higher selling prices. The median...
The new franchise will be owned by Baraboo resident Travis Kuehl. The majority of the business will come from Central Wisconsin, covering Madison and Wisconsin Dells. This will be...
Examining the Relationship Between Restaurant Tenants and Landlords. Landlords are an essential part of the deal when renting a restaurant location. Ideally, the hope is...
The new franchise will be owned by Miami-Dade County resident Tarun Gajwani. Gajwani brings five years of residential real estate experience to the business. Prior to joining We Sell Restaurants...
A pandemic-spurred reality, they will take on a new form, adapting to customer trends. Over the past two years, the pandemic has made a major impact on the restaurant industry and how...
After experiencing an unprecedented and tumultuous two years, the restaurant industry has not only persevered but prospered in some ways. Through forced flexibility and adapting, restaurants have...
We Sell Restaurants announced its newest territory in Charleston, SC. The new franchise is owned and operated by three partners, Tradd Bastian, Bernie Bastian, and Emily Benedict. The team will...
Focus Atlanta on the CW69 Atlanta interviews restaurant brokers Jeff and Kim Heidt...
The restaurant industry is slowly recovering after taking a major hit in 2020. Over the last year, we've seen restaurants find new ways to satisfy customers. Increased drive-through service and...
We Sell Restaurants announced the opening of its newest territories in Kansas City, MO. The new franchise will be owned by Lee’s Summit resident Tony Miceli. Miceli will operate...
In celebration of Women’s History Month, Entrepreneur is proud to share some of the most influential women working in the franchising industry today. Representing a wide cross-section of women who...
How Pandemic-Era Technology Will Shape Dining Experiences Of The Future. Every industry has felt the effects of the pandemic in some form or another, but restaurants, in particular, were one of...
We Sell Restaurants announced its newest territory in Clermont, FL. The new franchise will be owned by Clermont resident Mel Ferioli. The majority of the...
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Every year, Nation’s Restaurant News editors select influential industry insiders for The Power List. This year, our list focused on people who are evolving the restaurant industry through...
The first several months of 2022 have shown the promise of a year of comeback and recovery for the restaurant industry...
We Sell Restaurants’ Co-Founder and CEO Robin Gagnon has been named the new Chair of the International Franchise Association. As Chair, Gagnon will lead all networking and outreach initiatives for...
A business owner’s lack of transparency with his M&A Advisor ended up taking his business sale from a sure deal to zero and the IRS killed this deal without breaking a sweat...
We Sell Restaurants, a business brokerage franchise specializing in restaurants, announced its newest territory in Ft. Worth, TX. The new franchise will be owned by Stan Blair. Blair previously...
With the growth of restaurant franchising, brands have become savvier and more sophisticated, and as a result, the industry has acquired innovative tools to enhance performance...
On today’s episode of Atlanta Franchise Today, host Leslie Kuban, Atlanta Franchise Experts, sits down with Robin Gagnon, Co-founder of We Sell Restaurants, to discuss how restaurant franchises...
For our brand, We Sell Restaurants, we find that the book lends immediate credibility. Our agents and franchisees nationwide take our book into listing appointments and literally tell their clients...
Firehouse Subs Operator Sells His Restaurants and Signs with We Sell Restaurants and answers the questions, "Why did you choose to franchise with a service brand?" and more...
"5 Compelling Reasons to Specialize Your Business Brokerage Practice" The decision to specialize can be undertaken whether a broker is new to the industry or an experienced professional..
We Sell Restaurants, a business brokerage franchise specializing in restaurants, announced its newest territory. The new franchise will be owned by the father and son team of Gary and Austin Luke....
The restaurant industry has been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic to a larger degree than many other sectors. More than 10% of all restaurants in the U.S. have permanently closed during the crisis...
The average restaurant today is between 25–40 percent understaffed. As one of the industries that were most impacted by the pandemic over the past year, restaurants are now facing another major...
As the dust settles following a tumultuous year, there is perhaps no better example of resiliency in business than the restaurant industry. But...
Restaurant Brokerage Firm Adds Second Franchise in Georgia. The new business will be owned by Woodstock residents Jeff Heidt and Kimberly Dart Heidt. The couple will operate the franchise that will...
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We Sell Restaurants announced its newest territory in Phoenix, Arizona. Veteran Restauranteur Mike Smith Will Lead Restaurant Brokerage Firm ...
If the restaurant industry has learned anything from the economic effects of the pandemic, it is that this recovery will be more like a marathon, not a sprint. If this was considered a race to...
Today, Inc. revealed that We Sell Restaurants is on its annual Inc. 5000 list. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment...
"The New Face of Restaurant Labor Large fast-food companies are targeting Gen Z to staff back up." Despite the new technologies in foodservice that were accelerated by demand during the pandemic...
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"What Are Key Challenges Restaurants Will Face in 2022?" We know we are not alone in navigating the labor crunch restaurants are facing. Knowing this will continue into 2022...
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"Women in Franchising Throughout the Years" The Women's Franchise Committee (WFC) was established in 1996 with a mission to promote women's participation in franchising...