Franchise Journal February 2020

Page 67

Robin Kirksey K-Bilt Investments, LLC DBA Wingstop wingstop.com

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y background is growing up in LA/ Gardena having a love for Family, God, sports and neighborhood friendships. Month to month living and bad credit was rampant. I decided from an early age that I would be a little different in that realm of life. I listened, grasped and took direction well but did not always want to be in a less authoritative position. Way before I could attain a workers permit I had paper routes and I would cut a lot of my neighbors yards to earn money. As I grew older and with the help of my older brother and sister Carl and Dale I began to blossom in the sport of basketball. I earned an athletic scholarship to Loyola Marymount University. I studied business and developed lifelong friendships. After receiving my BA I played ball overseas in various countries and I also toured with the Harlem Globetrotters. After hoop, I started investing in real estate. I studied many franchises and at the time Wingstop was definitely the best option.

ADVICE I WOULD GIVE TODAY IS TO LIVE BELOW YOUR MEANS, SAVE MONEY, BE DILIGENT AND RESILIENT. REALLY STUDY WHAT CONCEPT YOU THINK YOU WOULD LIKE THE MOST. I now own/operate 8 locations with a different concept in fruition called the Lash Lounge. Advice I would give today is to live below your means, save money, be diligent and resilient. Really study what concept you think you would like the most. Pick franchisees brains and get all the information you can. WWW.FRANCHISEJOURNAL.COM | FEBRUARY 2020

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pages 124-127

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How Technology & Customers are Shaping the Franchise Model

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From Fighter Jock To Franchise Executive

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Why People Invest in Franchises

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ADHD and Business Ownership

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Fear and Loathing in Franchising

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The American Dream is Alive and Well!

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Is the Economy Primed to Start Business in 2020?

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