From Minority Stake to Double EBITDA in 2 Years
May 07, 2025•55 min•Ep. 12
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Episode description
New York-based Neel Bhargava breaks down how a minority investment into a Crunch Fitness franchisee turned into a home run, scaling from 10 to 74 locations with multiple recapitalizations along the way. Neel explains the value of thematic focus, outlines the opportunity of franchises, and spotlights the importance of strong management teams.
References and how to contact today's guest:
Neel Bhargava | LinkedIn
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Credits:
- Edited by Anton Rohozov
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