Evan Hackel

A dynamic, innovative, thoughtful and inspiring leader with 30 years of experience in franchising, distributed networks and cooperatives. Successful history of: (i) turning around a $700 million distressed franchise system into a $2.0 billion revenue business in four years, (ii) reviving and re-energizing a $3.5 billion revenue franchisor and (iii) founding three franchise systems. Experienced corporate board member. Currently, a consultant to some of the largest franchise systems in North America. A franchise industry leader, widely published, keynote speaker, member of the New England Franchise Association Board, and Co-chair of the International Franchise Associations Knowledge Share Task Force. Specialties: · • Aligning franchisor/member and franchisee/member goals • Strategic planning • Communication strategies • New initiative planning and launch strategies • All aspects of training • Creating / improving Advisory Councils / Networking Groups • Creating meaningful franchisee/member events • Franchisee/Member/Customer surveys • New franchise/group development • Capturing /sharing best practices and ideas • Board management • Bylaw review, enforcement