Knoxville, Tenn. — Smalls Sliders, a leading cheeseburger slider brand growing nationwide, has signed its first-ever development agreement in Tennessee. The multi-unit deal will bring four locations to the Knoxville metro region with Tennessee-based entrepreneur Blake McDavid, a multi-unit franchise owner and commercial real estate investor.
This agreement officially marks Smalls Sliders’ entry into the Tennessee market. McDavid is actively identifying real estate throughout the Knoxville area and plans to open the first of his four locations by fall 2026.
“Blake represents exactly the kind of forward-thinking operator we look for as we expand,” says Richard Leveille, vice president of franchising with Smalls Sliders. “This marks our first-ever deal in Tennessee, and we’re confident it will lay a strong foundation for continued growth across the state. Blake’s operational experience and enthusiasm make him a great addition to the Smalls community. His local ties and commitment to building in his own backyard are exactly what help our brand grow with purpose and authenticity. We’re excited to support his launch in East Tennessee.”
Smalls Sliders serves fresh, cooked-to-order cheeseburger sliders, seasoned waffle fries and hand-spun milkshakes from shipping containers, called “Cans.” This deliberately simple menu, focused on quality and speed, has propelled the brand from its first location in 2019 to more than 375 Cans open or under development across 30 states.
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SOURCE: Smalls Sliders