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.
Latest Articles
Building Agreement Without Voting: Why Involvement Beats Counting Hands
by Evan Hackel
What if the best way to build agreement is not by counting votes, but by improving how leaders involve people in the...
How to Build Agreement and Consensus… Without Ever Asking People to Vote
By Evan Hackel
Adapted from my book Ingaging Leadership: The Ultimate Edition
Great leadership is not about voting. It’s about building a repeatable, reliable process that...
The Core Belief Behind Ingagement
By Evan Hackel
Adapted from my book Ingaging Leadership: The Ultimate Edition
Every leadership method has a “first belief”—a simple idea that, once you accept it,...
The Power of Shared Vision in Ingaged Leadership
A vision only matters if people believe in it. Too often, leaders craft visions in boardrooms and announce them with great enthusiasm, only to...
Building a Strong and Ingaged Team
Building a Strong and Ingaged Team
By Evan Hackel
Adapted from my book Ingaging Leadership: The Ultimate Edition
A strong team is not the product of luck, charisma, or even raw talent....
10 Critical Factors to Consider Before Increasing the Number of Your Franchise Locations
By Evan Hackel
You’re eager to increase the number of your franchise locations. That’s exciting. Congratulations!
But are you sure you are really ready? Here are...
Mastering the Art of Powerful Acknowledgment
Mastering the Art of Powerful Acknowledgment by Evan Hackel - An excerpt from my book Ingaging Leadership: The Ultimate Edition: Hackel, Evan: 9781962825078: Amazon.com:...
Mobile Franchising: Navigating the Territorial Landscape
By Evan Hackel
Mobile franchising is an increasingly popular model, offering flexibility and lower overhead compared to traditional brick-and-mortar establishments. However, it introduces a unique...
What Personality Traits Should You Look for in Prospective Franchise Owners?
What Personality Traits Should You Look for in Prospective Franchise Owners?“People are practically lined up at our door, wanting to buy our franchise,” says...
What Are the Most Important Questions to Consider when Picking a Franchise Location in 2026? by Evan Hackel
What are the most important questions to consider when picking a franchise location in 2026?
A winning franchise location in 2026 depends on how well...
The Art of Delegation
By Evan Hackel
Do you know any highly successful businesspeople who are terrible at delegating? I don’t. And if you stop to think about it,...
Breaking Down Barriers in Franchising: The Power of Teamwork
By Evan HackelFranchising is a powerful business model, but its success depends on one essential ingredient: teamwork. Too often, franchise systems struggle with miscommunication,...
