Ep. 147: Mike Esposito, Franchise Equity Partners | Box Economics and Multi-Unit Franchise Investing

<p>On this episode, Mike Esposito, Co-Founder and Co-Managing Partner at Franchise Equity Partners, unpacks why multi-unit franchise investing has stayed an underserved niche in private equity, and what it takes to underwrite these deals well.</p><p>Learn how box economics—margins, rent and store format—separate the franchise brands worth backing from the ones that aren&#39;t, and why new-unit development, not same-store sales growth, drives most of the returns. Then hear how bringing data science and marketing discipline into overlooked &quot;pre-moneyball&quot; industries like car washes and garage door repair unlocks value most operators are leaving on the table.</p><p><em>The information contained in this podcast is not intended to constitute, and should not be construed as, investment advice.</em></p>