EPISODE · Jul 31, 2026 · 21 MIN
Capitalizing on the $2 Trillion Wellness Boom with Multi-Unit QSR Expansion: The Smoothie King
from Meet the Franchise
We sit down with Shawn Caric, Vice President of Franchising at Smoothie King, to discuss why Smoothie King is the right choice for top-tier unit economics investors interested in the health and wellness smoothie industry. Capitalizing on a U.S. wellness market that exceeds $2 trillion and grows at nearly 8% annually, Smoothie King operates a footprint of over 1,200 stores in the United States and more than 1,300 locations worldwide. The brand is executing strategic expansion plans across high-growth target markets in the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, Midwest, and West. Caric brings decades of restaurant development leadership to the brand, having previously led franchise expansion efforts for Dunkin' Brands, Baskin-Robbins, QDOBA Mexican Eats, and Red Mango. Start your Growth Club Journey today https://bit.ly/4azU9fs
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