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| Charlie Patel and Sam Patel, bring extensive experience in the food industry to TMAD. The business partners bring a wealth of experience, having successfully managed multiple Subway locations, an Edible Arrangements franchise, and a hotel. Their decision to diversify their portfolio with Teriyaki Madness stems from a deep appreciation for the brand’s unique offering and growth potential. “I had been following Teriyaki Madness since around 2013 or 2014, when the original founders were still running it,” said Charlie. “I liked the concept because it’s different from the usual burgers and sandwich shops. It’s a unique concept, offering something that’s not as common in the market.” Charlie’s entrepreneurial
journey began with just $6,000 and a determination to succeed. His first
business venture in Mississippi was a tobacco shop, which he grew and sold
within five years. This early success laid the foundation for his entry
into franchising, where he expanded rapidly within the Subway brand. Now,
with Teriyaki Madness, Charlie and Sam are eager to replicate their success
by establishing a strong presence in Flowood and potentially beyond.
 “What excites me the most is the simplicity of their menu,” said Charlie. “They only have a few core items like chicken, steak, tofu and salmon, which makes it easier to manage and cook. Plus, it offers customers a different option than the usual fast food choices.” The Flowood location is expected to open within the next year, following the state’s first shop that is slated to open in Pearl, MS in January 2025. Charlie and Sam are committed to leveraging their extensive franchising experience and TMAD’s comprehensive support system to ensure the success of their new venture. “Our number one goal is to increase sales by providing the best quality food and service to ensure we have returning customers,” said Charlie. “This will help us build brand awareness and grow. We plan to open additional restaurants, aiming for at least three more locations.” TMAD elevates franchisee success through a comprehensive support and training model that blends traditional values with modern technological solutions. Franchisees begin with a four-day business session at TMAD’s Denver headquarters, followed by 10 days of hands-on operational training and a tailored 10-day grand opening support program. Each franchisee is guided by a dedicated operations service manager who provides guidance from lease signing to the opening and beyond. This is supported by weekly meetings and resources for real estate, construction and marketing. TMAD’s Mad University platform offers extensive training for every role within the shop. The franchise also fosters a collaborative community and provides robust corporate support to ensure continuous improvement and profitability. “Our full-service support system, from immersive training to ongoing operational assistance, ensures that franchisees like Charlie and Sam are set up for success,” said Michael Haith, CEO of Teriyaki Madness. “We are incredibly excited to welcome Charlie and Sam to the Teriyaki Madness family — they’ll help us take another important step in our mission to bowl over the whole country with delicious teriyaki.” For more information, please visit TeriyakiMadness.com. About Teriyaki Madness
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