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title: "GF podcast: What is multi-unit franchising, and why is it so popular?"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/529a1ae4-9ceb-4102-90c3-5e7fba8a9adc
source: "Global Franchise"
original_url: https://www.global-franchise.com/news/gf-podcast-what-is-multi-unit-franchising-and-why-is-it-so-popular
author: "Amanda Peters"
category: "Franchise Industry"
industry: "Franchise Industry"
topics: ["Development & multi-unit"]
published: 2021-05-07T10:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-11-01T22:32:56.697Z
image: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1554469384-e58fac16e23a?w=1600&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop
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# GF podcast: What is multi-unit franchising, and why is it so popular?

**TL;DR:** The rate of multi-unit franchise owners in the US has increased by over 25% in the past decade, with more entrepreneurs recognizing the benefits of franchising and opening multiple units. The Global Franchise Podcast explores this trend with industry experts.

*By Amanda Peters, originally published in Global Franchise on 2021-05-07. [Read the original](https://www.global-franchise.com/news/gf-podcast-what-is-multi-unit-franchising-and-why-is-it-so-popular).*

## Story

- GF podcast: What is multi-unit franchising, and why is it…

On the first episode of the Multi-Unit Month takeover, we dig down into why this growth is happening, what kind of individuals make great multi-unit operators, and what challenges can come with this increasingly popular form of business ownership

On the first episode of the Multi-Unit Month takeover, we dig down into why this growth is happening, what kind of individuals make great multi-unit operators, and what challenges can come with this increasingly popular form of business ownership.

Did you know that the rate of multi-unit franchise owners in the States has increased by more than 25 per cent over the past decade? It seems that as more entrepreneurs recognize the benefits that come with franchising, an increasing number are doubling-down and opening several units to broaden their portfolio.

On the first episode of the Multi-Unit Month takeover of the Global Franchise Podcast , we dig down into why this growth is happening, what kind of individuals make great multi-unit operators, and what challenges can come with this increasingly popular form of business ownership.

To find out more about these areas and much, much more, we speak with three franchising professionals – Paul Whitaker, Therese Thilgen, and Monica Rubin – each experienced and knowledgeable about a very distinct area of the industry. So whether you’re looking for consultancy, events organizing, or hands-on multi-unit experience – you’ll find it all, right here.

## Entities

- Franchise Industry (sector)
- Global Franchise (publication)
- international expansion (topic)
- Multi-Unit (company)
- franchise investment (topic)
- James Fell (person)
- Amanda Peters (person)
- industry trends (topic)
- multi-unit franchising (topic)
- Therese Thilgen (person)

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Originally reported by Amanda Peters, Global Franchise (https://www.global-franchise.com/news/gf-podcast-what-is-multi-unit-franchising-and-why-is-it-so-popular). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/529a1ae4-9ceb-4102-90c3-5e7fba8a9adc).