Kendall Ware is Co-CEO of Remarkable Brands Group and a keynote speaker known for helping founders and executive teams build scalable, high-performance franchise brands. He is the creator of FranShip®, a philosophy redefining the franchisor–franchisee relationship to strengthen alignment, accountability, and long-term profitability.
Across a 20-year executive career, serving as President, CEO, and COO of nationally recognized restaurant and franchise brands, Kendall has helped lead eight- to ten-figure enterprises through expansion, transformation, and operational refinement.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:
- That the "Enable versus Execute" model is the secret to eliminating friction between partners.
- How to transition from a frontline worker to a ten-figure executive through pure strategic direction.
- Why "third-party authentication" is the fastest way to build undeniable authority in any industry.
- How to scale an emerging brand from 10 locations to a national franchise powerhouse.
- Why the terminology you use in business can either build a bridge or a wall with your team.
- That personal ownership of your role is the primary driver of operational profitability.
- How to leverage the "Friendship Framework" to create long-term alignment in complex business models.
- Why a core, simplified message is more effective than years of rambling marketing.
- That market authority is built by solving the relationship gap, not just the product gap.
about the show
Next Level CEO is a high-impact business educational series hosted by Daymond John, designed to spotlight the world’s most elite and insightful entrepreneurs.
In each episode, Daymond’s handpicked expert CEOs, founders, and industry leaders who’ve built powerful brands, scaled successfully, and led with vision, share their story and expertise. From disruptive startups to billion-dollar empires, Next Level CEO gives viewers a front-row seat to the real strategies, mindset shifts, and leadership moves behind business excellence.
This is what works.
It’s a rare look inside the minds of those who’ve actually built something that lasts.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to grow, a business owner ready to level up, or a leader who’s hungry to learn from the best, Next Level CEO delivers the playbook from those who’ve already won.
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