OUR VALUE
We Provide A Full suite of unique and individualized services that support early stage, emerging and established franchise brands.
Franchising Strategy
If not currently franchising, we ensure the organization is equipped to put in place the processes, procedures and people to maximize the efficiency of the business model and build a franchise brand capable of launching profitable franchisee owned units.
Marketing
We apply a “one sight, one sound” approach to all candidate/consumer touch points. From traditional, to digital, to broadcast media, we conceive, design and write all marketing initiatives to achieve the goal of attracting and supporting strong franchisees.
Training
We write, design and help implement the training necessary to impart the skills and knowledge (in all aspects of the business) required for operating a successful single or multi-unit franchise business.
Digital Strategy
We identify the brand’s competitive uniqueness’s and strengths and design a customized strategy using multiple platforms and tactics to target the right audiences ensuring we capture qualified candidate leads.
Operations
We help establish and maintain a professional franchise operational management team structure along with writing the required Manuals and developing the processes necessary for franchisee success and sustainable franchise network growth.
Technology/IT
From POS systems to APP development, to market area development, we utilize our partnerships with leading franchise tech providers to assist with sales, management, operations and marketing.
Real Estate
Through industry relationships, we assist with site selection, market evaluation, lease negotiation, facility remodel/design and construction, contractor selection and more.
Franchise Development
We provide direction and counsel or, custom design a complete development plan and process. From lead generation tactics to candidate communication tools,
we create single and multi-unit development strategies.
What Clients Say
“Tubby’s/Just Baked is a mature brand with a predominately Metro Detroit presence. We were looking to expand in more outstate markets of Michigan. The YFS team helped us design a franchise recruitment program that leveraged our strong brand equity, unique story and franchisee success to attract multi-unit candidates.”
Sue Marchewka
Director of Operations, Tubby’s/Just Baked Franchise
“As an emerging brand seeking national brand expansion, the YFS team helped AAPR create a roadmap that has significantly enhanced our operations, marketing and our franchise recruitment process. They really immersed themselves into our business and industry. Their partnership has improved our entire network. They are a valued extension of our AAPR team.”
Stephan Dimitroff
Executive VP, All American Pet Resorts
“The YFS team has been totally awesome! As an early stage brand starting to franchise and looking to gain national attention, we knew we had a great concept but needed direction. YFS’s knowledge of operations, marketing, real estate and franchise recruitment is what we needed to take Slice of the 80’s to the next level.”
Adam Matt
President, Slice of the 80’s Totally Awesome Pizza
“The YFS team is a valued resource for helping us build out the franchise side of our business. They have it covered from operations to marketing to site selection and construction to franchise recruitment. Their experience as former franchisees and franchisors has been invaluable to me as we begin to franchise.
David Dimberio
Founder and President, Combat Ops Entertainment