With more than 40 years in franchising, he has worked extensively in the development, evaluation, and management of franchise systems, along with supporting litigation involving franchise-related disputes. He has prior expert witness experience and has been retained in numerous matters involving issues such as encroachment, misrepresentation, wrongful termination, non-performance, and vicarious liability within franchise and distribution relationships.

His consulting work includes feasibility studies, development of franchise programs, due diligence, expansion strategies, and evaluation of franchisee relations. He has also addressed franchise financing, advertising programs, sub-franchising structures, and damage scenarios, including lost profits. His background includes experience as both a franchisor and franchisee, as well as long-standing leadership of a franchise consulting firm.

Over the course of his career, he has advised hundreds of companies engaged in franchising and has been involved in large-scale franchise operations, including development of extensive franchise networks. His experience spans multiple industries and includes work with major national brands, along with practical involvement in structuring, operating, and evaluating franchise systems.