From Domino’s Driver to Franchise Leadership: A Family’s Leap into Mike’s Red Tacos

When a young delivery driver vowed "I'll be rich" instead of college, he set in motion a family legacy that would span brands, states, and generations. In this episode, Taj Adhav sits down with Kavrin McGuire of 825 Ventures to trace the sparks that turned a Domino's driver into the patriarch of a 24-location Jersey Mike’s group—and how his sons are carrying the torch into new territory. Through late nights, hard-earned lessons, and a culture built on "Choices," Kavrin reveals the turning points, the brutal realities of restaurant life, and the leadership decisions that preserved a culture as the business scaled. From mastering three-slice cheese weights to becoming the nation's first franchisee of Mike’s Red Tacos, this is a portrait of grit, family, and careful ambition. Listen for the moments of doubt, the lessons passed from father to son, and the bold bets that could reshape the nation's food scene. Whether you’re building a brand or building a life, this episode shows how small sparks become Very Big Ventures.