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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

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,...

Millennial Franchise Buyers Have Changed . . . Have You?

 By Evan HackelMore and more of your potential franchise buyers today are millennials. Do you know who they are? Do you understand them? Are...

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,...