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Job description
Leap Brands is partnering with a growing franchisor looking for a Chief Development Officer to lead franchise growth, market expansion, development strategy, and overall unit growth across the brand.
This is not a role for someone who just wants to manage brokers and review pipeline reports. We are looking for a true growth leader who understands franchising, development strategy, site selection, franchise sales, market planning, and how to scale a brand the right way.
The ideal candidate understands that growth is more than just selling franchises. It is about finding the right franchisees, building the right markets, protecting the brand long term, and making sure operations can support the growth being sold.
This role will work closely with executive leadership to drive expansion while balancing franchise development, real estate strategy, operational alignment, and long-term brand value.
Responsibilities
Lead overall franchise development and growth strategy for the organization
Oversee franchise sales, development pipeline, territory strategy, and market expansion
Drive new unit growth across existing and emerging markets
Build relationships with franchise candidates, developers, brokers, landlords, and strategic partners
Partner closely with operations leadership to ensure development growth aligns with operational support capabilities
Oversee site selection, market planning, lease negotiations, and development timelines
Improve franchise sales processes, lead generation, conversion, and candidate experience
Develop long-term growth plans and white space strategies
Evaluate market opportunities, competitive positioning, and growth trends within the industry
Help refine franchise development messaging, branding, and positioning
Build and lead development, real estate, and franchise sales teams as the company scales
Present growth updates, pipeline performance, and development strategy to executive leadership and ownership
Requirements
Senior leadership experience within franchising, franchise development, real estate, multi‑unit growth, or related industries
Prior experience as a Chief Development Officer, VP of Development, Head of Franchise Development, or similar leadership role preferred
Strong understanding of franchise systems, unit economics, market development, and site selection
Proven track record of driving multi‑unit franchise growth
Experience leading franchise sales and development teams
Strong relationship management and negotiation skills
Ability to balance aggressive growth with operational discipline
Experience working in high‑growth, founder‑led, or private‑equity‑backed environments preferred
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Worksite address
tampa, FL, 33646, US
Who can apply
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