Irvine, Calif. — Pokeworks, a fast-growing fast-casual poke brand has finalized a 10-unit deal in San Antonio and is selling out its available Houston territories.
With a goal to open 10 stores in two years, Agustin Guzman will be developing the greater San Antonio market as well as the Rio Grande Valley. Guzman, a former Olympic swimmer and seasoned entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience across various industries, currently operates Pokeworks’ McAllen, Texas, location and is in the process of opening his second location in Mission, Texas.
“I’ve experienced success across varying industries, but what sets Pokeworks apart is their momentum — it’s a high-performing brand that’s constantly improving, innovating and growing,” says Guzman. “The brand’s alignment with my values, alongside their strong unit economics and continued expansion, makes the decision to expand into San Antonio a clear one.”
In addition to its upcoming expansion in San Antonio, Pokeworks has officially sold out all available franchise territories in Houston. The city has proven to be a strong market for Pokeworks, with franchisees continuing to expand their portfolio and invest further in the brand.
“Texas has always remained a key market for our growth plans, and selling out its largest city while locking in a major development deal in San Antonio is an incredible accomplishment,” says Peter Yang, co-founder and chief development officer of Pokeworks. “This is a true testament to our incredible franchisees, and a reflection of our continued commitment to support those in our franchise network and help them continue to grow and build within the brand. Seeing our recent performance, we look forward to seeing mirrored growth in other key Texas markets and across the nation.”
Founded in 2015, Pokeworks was born from a group of friends and their love for Hawaiian poke. The brand has 72 locations across 20 states, Taiwan and Canada. For more information, visit www.pokeworksfranchise.com.
SOURCE: Pokeworks