Ep. 99 - From Acai Bowls to Franchise Empire

In this episode of The Franchise Life with Stacie Shannon, we sit down with Anthony Bambino, founder and CEO of Three Natives, an acai bowl and juicery brand that has rapidly grown to 50+ locations across the U.S. Discover how this Florida-based franchise went from a local smoothie shop to a thriving national brand—all while keeping customer service at the core.

Anthony opens up about: How a California coffee shop inspired the concept Why expanding the menu helped attract a wider customer base The real secret to long-term franchise success (hint: it’s not just ROI) How 3Natives maintains top-tier customer service across all locations The low-cost model that keeps investment between $350K–$500K The brand’s approach to multi-unit growth and hub-and-spoke models Whether you're a prospective franchisee, an entrepreneur in food and beverage, or just a fan of Three Natives, this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and practical tips.

 

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