Crafting a strategy worth executing

Achieve results with a plan your teams will champion.

About the Workshop

This workshop will transform your approach to strategic planning. It’s not about creating ‘just another document’; it’s about helping you build a focused, actionable plan that your teams will believe in.

Kendall’s unique approach has been developed and refined over years of experience implementing strategies for some of the nation’s most recognizable brands. In this workshop, he will go beyond traditional, top-level planning, instead identifying the inhibitors that are holding your organization back, helping you overcome them.

The result? You’ll leave with the tools, structure, and clarity needed to bring your plan to life and to create a culture of accountability and motivation.

Workshop format

Speaker in a gray blazer addresses a round-table audience in a small conference room.

Why Choose This Workshop?

Proven Process

Kendall’s proven approach ensures strategies are more than ideas—they’re actionable initiatives your teams will want to execute.

Built for Results

Go beyond planning to develop strategies that drive adoption and measurable outcomes.

Practical and Engaging

Designed to educate and motivate leaders at all levels to align and achieve strategic growth.

How Kendall Has Helped Others

Hear what Kendall’s clients have to say.

Kendall has a rare ability to see both the big picture and the details that make a franchise successful. His insights into franchisor-franchisee relationships, operational execution, and long-term brand strategy are invaluable to any organization looking to strengthen its system. He’s someone I’ve trusted and respected in the industry for years because he brings real solutions—not just theory.

Darin Harris
CEO of Jack in the Box

Kendall Ware is a dynamic leader with a deep understanding of the restaurant and franchise industry. His ability to translate complex leadership and operational strategies into actionable insights sets him apart. Kendall delivers practical, results-driven guidance that empowers leaders to build strong teams and sustainable systems.

Sara Bray
VP of Workforce & Business Development at National Restaurant Association

Kendall is a highly regarded expert and has an incredible ability to connect brand vision with operational execution. His insights into franchise marketing, guest experience, and business growth make him an invaluable speaker for any conference or brand event. He’s a rare leader who knows how to make a brand stand out while keeping franchisees engaged and profitable.

Laurie Curtis
SVP of Marketing at Shipley Do-Nuts

Kendall Ware is the speaker every franchise executive needs to hear. He has scaled and led some of the biggest franchise brands while keeping unit-level economics and franchisee success at the forefront. He understands what it takes to build a system that works—not just for corporate, but for the people running the businesses every day.

Chris Dawson
President of 7 Brew Coffee

Kendall understands both sides of the coin. He knows what it takes for a franchisor to be successful, but also what it takes for a franchisee to be successful. He’s the guy you want in your corner as a franchisee and the guy you want leading the charge as a franchisor. Kendall’s experience across multiple brands has armed him with the knowledge and expertise to be able to lead by example.

Stephanie & Trevor Bernhardt
Franchisees and Entrepreneurs

Kendall has a way of turning complex franchise dynamics into actionable insights. As a franchisee myself, I’ve sat in countless franchise conferences—but Kendall’s ability to connect with the audience, speak our language, and challenge us to think differently is rare. His message is packed with real-world wisdom that sticks.

Jim Jones
Franchisee & FAC Chair of Orange Leaf

Kendall Ware’s leadership in hospitality has made a lasting impact on my career. His insights on investing in frontline team members, even in high-turnover roles, completely shifted my approach to training and development. He’s an inspiring speaker and a true people-first leader.

Ashley Wright Helkenn
Sr. Director of Operations Services & L&D of Bonchon

Kendall Ware’s insights into fostering a healthier, more inclusive hospitality industry were both timely and essential when he spoke at Kendall College’s Hospitality Conference. His leadership and forward-thinking strategies offered a roadmap for businesses to prioritize well-being while maintaining excellence. As the hospitality industry evolves, his expertise provides a vital perspective on creating sustainable, people-first workplaces that benefit both employees and the bottom line.

Leigh Uhlir
Dean of National Louis University | Kendall College

Whether speaking on topics related to leadership, franchise management, training best practices, or optimizing operations, Kendall consistently delivers valuable content that is both informative and inspiring. His ability to communicate complex concepts with clarity, real life stories, and enthusiasm sets him apart as a dynamic and engaging speaker.

Rachel Richal
President of the Council of Hotel & Restaurant Trainers

Kendall Ware is the real deal—an industry rockstar who knows how to turn franchise operations into chart-topping success. His deep experience in the restaurant world, combined with his passion for leadership and culture, makes him a must-see thought leader. If you want your team to go from garage band to headliner, Kendall’s insights will get you there!

Jim Knight
Keynote Speaker, Bestselling Author (x3), Culture Catalyst