San Francisco (SFO), CA
$7,500.00 - $18,000.00
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Kendall Ware is a powerhouse in franchising, known for strengthening the relationship between franchisors and franchisees to unlock strategic growth. As a former CEO, President, and COO of multiple national franchise brands—he brings two decades of executive leadership and firsthand experience on both sides of the franchise equation.
Today, Kendall delivers keynotes that challenge outdated thinking and inspire real action. Through his signature concept of “FranShip,” he helps audiences understand the power of trust, collaboration, and alignment across all levels of a franchise system. Whether he’s speaking on leadership, franchise growth, or operational consistency, Kendall’s talks are rooted in practical experience and focused on brand performance.
If you’re looking for a speaker who can connect with franchisees, energize franchisors, and move the entire system forward—Kendall delivers.
Kendall Ware is a nationally recognized franchise executive, keynote speaker, and consultant with over two decades of experience leading some of the most respected brands in the restaurant and franchise industries. As both a former franchisor and franchisee, Kendall brings a rare dual perspective to every stage of brand growth—launching new concepts, turning around legacy systems, and helping leaders build franchise models that actually work.
Known for bridging the gap between strategy and execution, Kendall brings deep operational insight and a proven track record of building high-performing teams, strengthening franchise relationships, and driving brand-wide consistency. His keynotes blend real-world leadership experience with practical takeaways, making him a trusted voice for franchise organizations looking to elevate performance, culture, and long-term growth.
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Transforming the Franchise Relationship Through Collaboration
FranShip® is a franchise philosophy built on one core belief: stronger relationships drive stronger performance. Backed by a proven framework, it helps brands improve consistency, increase profitability, and strengthen the franchisor-franchisee connection at every level of the business.
Takeaways:
Pouring into people to leave an impact that lasts beyond their tenure
Trying to retain every team member shouldn’t be the goal. Turnover can become a strategic advantage when leaders focus on developing people, strengthening culture, and turning short-term team members into long-term brand ambassadors.
Takeaways:
1. Frameworks for building people-first systems that work—even in high-turnover roles
2. Strategies to grow leaders at every level, from hourly team members to multi-unit operators
3. Practical ways to scale a culture of loyalty and advocacy without relying on tenure
Achieve Results with a Plan Your Teams Will Champion
Great strategies don’t just live in decks—they drive action across the entire franchise system. When plans are clear, shaped by the right voices, and championed from the start, they lead to stronger execution, greater alignment, and measurable brand impact.
Takeaways:
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