Scaling Smart: How One Operator Built a Multi-Brand 100+ Location Empire Through Strategic Acquisitions

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How do you go from starting one restaurant to owning over 100 across three major brands?

Join us for an insider conversation with Steve Wazny, Operating Partner at AJP Enterprises and the operator of 100+ Jack in the Box, Arby’s, and Jimmy John’s locations. In this Leasecake Live session, Steve shares the real story behind his growth—from first-time brand owner to a strategic multi-brand franchisee aligned with Roark Capital and Inspire Brands.

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Operating Partner

AJP Enterprises

Steve Wazny

Taj Adhav

Founder

Leasecake

Scaling Smart: How One Operator Built a Multi-Brand 100+ Location Empire Through Strategic Acquisitions

You’ll learn:

  • Why smart acquisitions—not just new builds—are fueling growth in today’s market

  • How Steve approaches due diligence, especially lease reviews, before signing a deal

  • What it takes to manage multiple brands while maintaining performance and culture

  • The lessons he’s learned about franchising, leadership, and team development along the way

Whether you’re a franchisee eyeing expansion, a franchisor supporting growth, or an investor evaluating new brands, you’ll gain practical, real-world insights into what it takes to scale without losing your edge.