Franchise Euphoria: Franchise Insights | Entrepreneurial Coaching | Business Training | Legal And Financial Strategy

Today’s guest is Pete DiFilippo, a principal at C Squared Advisors, a leading investment bank and advisory firm that helps multi-unit franchisees in the restaurant and retail industries maximize the value of their businesses by presenting comprehensive solutions and executing complex transactions. Prior to joining C Squared, DiFilippo served in franchise finance leadership roles for well-known national banking institutions. With more than 100 years of collective experience, C Squared has helped sell, purchase, re-franchise, and recapitalize more than 10,000 franchised locations. Services include mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, valuations, private financing and recapitalization, restructuring, and ongoing financial advisory services.   Key Takeaways: [2:46] - Pete shares his background and experience in business and franchising. [4:20] - Covid-19 changed so many things and caused a lot of turmoil in the industry. [6:23] - Some franchisees may get to a point where they want or need to sell. [8:29] - Pet