Franchise Development & Growth Advisory

Scaling concepts into capital.

Impactful advice and comprehensive guidance, our custom workplace solutions are designed to support employees at all career stages.

Overview

Franchising is not only a commercial model — it is a capital architecture.

GestInvest’s Franchise Development & Growth Advisory supports founders, franchisors, and investment groups in structuring, expanding, and financing franchise networks with institutional precision.

We combine strategic design with financial modelling, helping brands evolve from concept to scalable business platforms — locally and internationally.

Our Role

Our team acts as a strategic and financial partner throughout the full franchise lifecycle: from business modelling and unit economics to investor onboarding and performance governance.

Foundation

Define concept, market positioning, and unit model

Structuring

Build legal, financial, and operational frameworks

Expansion

Attract investors and franchisees under clear governance 

Optimization

Monitor unit performance, capital ROI, and brand compliance

A Tailored Approach to Enhancing

Financial Well-Being at All Career Stages

Our workplace solutions are designed to balance the distinct needs of your HR and Benefits teams, senior leaders, and employees, ensuring that every benefit-eligible employee, whether at the start of their career or nearing retirement, has access to personalized financial advice.

Franchise Strategy & Structuring

Strategic definition of franchise model (master, area, or unit) with detailed legal and capital frameworks.

Financial Modelling & ROI Architecture

Development of investment models, cashflow simulations, and profitability benchmarks for franchisees and investors.

Franchise Disclosure Documentation (DIP)

Preparation and review of pre-contractual and compliance documentation in accordance with EU and Portuguese regulation.

Investor & Franchisee Attraction

Advisory on fundraising, partner selection, and deal structuring for growth-stage franchisors.

Operational & Performance Oversight

Implementation of KPIs, financial dashboards, and governance mechanisms to ensure network efficiency and brand coherence.

Advisory Outcomes

We believe that a company’s success is closely tied to the well-being of its employees. With our extensive experience and expertise in corporate workplace benefits, we work alongside you to develop a program that makes your company stand out to existing and future employees.

Accelerate Expansion

Structured growth through strategic partnerships and capital injection.

Protect the Brand

Legal and financial frameworks ensuring control and consistency.

Attract Quality Investors

Clear ROI logic and transparent performance modelling.
 

Improve Profitability

Continuous performance measurement and optimization.

Let’s Collaborate with Us!

For strategic franchise expansion or investment partnership opportunities