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Independent perspective. Franchise experience. A better-prepared exit. A specialty practice of Vision Fox, LLC

Independent franchise perspective

About Mike Steward, CFE

Meet Mike Steward, a Certified Franchise Executive, business broker, former franchisor executive and active franchise owner.

I have been on multiple sides of the franchise table—as a franchise owner and operator, a buyer, a seller-side adviser, a former franchisor executive and a business broker.

I do not believe every owner who calls me should sell. My first job is to help you understand where you are and what your options really look like.

Why that experience matters

I understand what sellers experience because I own franchise businesses myself. I understand what buyers examine because I have acquired businesses. I understand what franchisors need because I have worked inside franchise organizations. And I understand the work required to complete a transaction because I have spent years advising and representing business owners.

Experience

Your next step

Ready for a confidential conversation?

You do not need to decide today whether to sell. Start by understanding your options, timing and what buyers are likely to see.

The Franchise Shop is a specialty practice of Vision Fox, LLC. Brokerage services provided through Vision Fox, LLC.