Kal Gullapalli

Built Different Brands brings Mike's Red Tacos to Florida with 36-unit deal

Built Different Brands agreed to open 36 Mike’s Red Tacos locations in Florida, with the first opening planned for 2027.

Mike's Red Tacos signs 36-unit development deal for Florida expansion

Mike’s Red Tacos, the celebrated San Diego-born beef Birria brand named as a Yelp Top 100 U.S.

The agreement, spearheaded by experienced operator and CEO of Built Different Brands Kal Gullapalli, is expected to bring Mike’s Red Tacos’ signature birria and famous red tacos to Florida over the next several years, with the first location planned for 2027.

Marco's Pizza franchisees ranked in Franchise Times' 2026 Restaurant 200

It’s been eight years since Beth Georges, a former news anchor and California State University at Fullerton professor, did a career about-face to become a franchisee.

Kal Gullapalli is building a portfolio of franchises, including Marco's Pizza, European Wax Center, and VIO Med Spa, with a focus on learning from others and overcoming challenges.

Marco's Pizza franchisee Kal Gullapalli named 2023 Franchisee of the Year by IFA

Kal Gullapalli has opened his 48th Marco's Pizza location in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Marco’s Pizza is expanding in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, with a new location opening, featuring a mix of classic and specialty pizzas and pizza bowls.

EWC Growth Partners appoints Robert Fish as Chief Executive Officer to lead the company’s growth and expansion.

Dave’s Hot Chicken has inked a franchise agreement with Kal Gullapalli to open locations throughout South Carolina.

A multi-brand operator is on pace to open 100 Marco's Pizza locations by 2025, with 35 locations and 44 European Wax Center locations already under his belt.

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Kal Gullapalli, a seasoned franchisee, is set to open Marco's milestone 1,100th store in Dundee, FL, marking his 36th Marco's store and furthering his vision for a 100-plus store portfolio.