Making It with Jon Davids 125 - The Restaurant Expert | “I Grew Jimmy John’s To 1,000 Locations Because Of This” | Gregg Majewski
Apr 30, 2024
Gregg Majewski, CEO of Craveworthy Brands and former leader at Jimmy John's, shares his incredible journey in the restaurant industry. He dives into innovative strategies that fueled his empire’s growth, including the efficiency of multi-brand operations. Gregg discusses the evolving landscape of restaurant delivery services post-COVID, alongside the challenges of independent restaurant ownership. He highlights key traits for franchise success and the emerging trends in the dessert industry, showing how flexibility and passion can lead to thriving culinary ventures.
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Gregg's Start at Jimmy John's
- Gregg Majewski started as an intern at Jimmy John's when it had 30 locations and helped build the accounting systems from scratch.
- He rapidly moved up to CEO by systemizing every business aspect to support massive growth.
Franchisees Are Key Customers
- Franchisors must view franchisees as their customers and prioritize their success.
- Making franchisees win ensures long-term brand and business success.
Protect Franchisee Territories
- Franchise success depends on protecting franchisee territories to ensure profitability.
- Oversaturating markets, like Subway did, diminishes franchisee success.