PALM COAST, Fla., Feb. 12, 2025 ~ The 2025 International Franchise Association Convention was filled with excitement and celebration as Robin Gagnon, co-founder and CEO of We Sell Restaurants, was honored with the prestigious Crystal Compass Award. This award is given annually by the IFA Women's Franchise Committee to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to the franchise industry through their leadership and commitment.

Gagnon has been involved with the IFA since her brand began franchising, and her dedication to the organization and the franchise community has not gone unnoticed. She expressed her gratitude for receiving this award, stating that it is a special moment in her journey. Gagnon also shared that when she first joined the IFA, she was told that franchising was a generous space, and she has found this to be true through her experiences.

Before co-founding We Sell Restaurants with her husband Eric Gagnon in 2001, Robin had a successful career in marketing. However, she saw an untapped need for restaurant brokers in Atlanta and decided to fill that gap. As their business grew, they eventually expanded into franchising ten years ago. In 2024, We Sell Restaurants broke its own record for revenue in sales, surpassing $90 million dollars and having over 1,000 active listings on their website.

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Despite her success as an entrepreneur, Robin has remained committed to giving back to the franchise industry. She played a pivotal role in relaunching the Women's Franchise Network in Atlanta and served on the national Women's Franchise Committee from 2017-2024. In addition, she joined the IFA's Franchisor Forum in 2023 and was recently announced as the Chair for 2025.

Matt Haller, President and CEO of IFA, praised Robin for her leadership and dedication to franchising. He stated that she has been a valuable member of the organization who goes above and beyond to support others in their franchise journey and advocate for the business model. He also commended her for championing women's leadership and encouraging aspiring entrepreneurs to consider franchising.

We Sell Restaurants, founded by Robin and Eric Gagnon, has become a leading force in the restaurant brokerage market. With their expertise in finance, branding, and marketing, they have built a specialized practice that focuses solely on selling restaurants. Today, We Sell Restaurants operates in 45 states nationwide and continues to fulfill their vision of "Selling More Restaurants Than Anyone Else. PERIOD."

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According to the 2023 FDD Item 19, franchisees of We Sell Restaurants earned an impressive $273,251 in Gross Commission Income. Additionally, over 40% of all franchisees brokered more than one million dollars in sales.

For those interested in joining the We Sell Restaurants franchise family, more information can be found on their website at www.wesellrestaurants.com/franchise. With Robin's leadership and dedication to empowering entrepreneurs, especially women, it is clear that this brand will continue to thrive and make a significant impact in the franchise industry.

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