Sky Zone · 13 hours ago
Franchise Business Consultant - East
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $125K/yr
7+ years expSky Zone, a leader in active indoor entertainment, is seeking a Franchise Business Consultant to empower franchisees and enhance their operations. This role involves building partnerships with franchise owners, providing strategic guidance for growth, and ensuring compliance with brand standards to drive profitability and guest satisfaction.
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Responsibilities
Building and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with franchise owners and their leadership teams
Conducting needs assessments to understand franchisee challenges, opportunities, and long-term business goals
Providing tailored recommendations and action plans that respect franchisee autonomy while reinforcing brand standards and proven systems
Serving as a liaison between franchisees and the corporate support team, ensuring alignment, consistency, and two-way communication
Guiding franchisees in developing and executing strategic business plans that support both local growth and overall brand performance
Advising on market trends, expansion opportunities, and competitive positioning to drive profitability
Partnering with owners to evaluate new revenue streams, from memberships and birthday parties to food & beverage programs and seasonal initiatives
Providing operational consulting to help franchisees adopt best practices and increase efficiency
Monitoring compliance with brand standards, policies, and procedures, and coaching owners on maintaining consistency across all guest experiences
Conducting business reviews and sharing benchmarking data to highlight performance trends and identify opportunities for improvement
Delivering coaching and mentorship to franchisees and their management teams on leadership, operational, and financial skills
Leading workshops and regional meetings that enhance franchisee knowledge in areas such as sales, marketing, guest experience, and team development
Providing franchisees with tools and resources that make it easier to implement proven strategies and achieve sustained results
Analyzing financial statements (including P&Ls, sales metrics, and benchmarking reports) with franchisees to identify strengths and opportunities
Supporting franchisees in setting budgets, managing costs, and reaching financial targets
Partnering with owners to adopt company-wide initiatives and growth drivers while adapting them to local markets
Ensuring franchisee operations comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements
Advising on risk mitigation strategies and ensuring brand protection in all aspects of business operations
Acting as a subject matter expert in park operations, financial acumen, and franchise system standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or a related field
Extensive franchise leadership experience with 7+ years in franchise consulting, business development, or multi-unit operations
Proven success in driving growth and strengthening franchise businesses
Strong financial expertise with hands-on experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
Advanced proficiency with business tools including CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite
Clear and compelling communication and presentation skills that inspire confidence, drive collaboration, and build strong relationships with diverse partners
Creative problem-solving ability fueled by curiosity, resourcefulness, and a solutions-first mindset
Adaptability and agility to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment while keeping both performance and guest joy at the center of decision-making
Physical requirements include the ability to remain stationary for extended periods while working on a computer and communicating via phone and Teams, as well as the ability to move around during park visits, with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred
MBA preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401k plan with company matching
Company
Sky Zone
We’re the world’s largest brand of indoor entertainment parks.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Sky Zone has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
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Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2024 (1)
2021 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Palladium Equity Partners
2017-01-10Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Karen Luey
Chief Financial Officer
Case Lawrence
Founder & Vice Chairman Of The Board
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