ReConversations: Tom Gordon of Slim Chickens

This is ReConversations, a special interview with Tom Gordon, Co-founder and CEO of Slim Chickens, live from ICSC ReCon 2023.ReConversations is an exclusive mini-series of The Crexi Podcast, an insider’s look at all things commercial real estate, powered by NNN Pro Group – the market leading investment sales and advisory team.The Crexi team visited ICSC ReCon LIVE in Las Vegas from the floor of the convention center at the NNN Pro Group’s booth. The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of the commercial real estate industry in conversation with some of the top CRE professionals in the space. In each episode, we feature different guests to tap into their wealth of CRE expertise and explore the latest trends and updates from the world of commercial real estate. In this episode, Crexi’s Yannis Papadakis sits with Tom to cover wide-ranging topics, including:Introductions and the story of Slim ChickensKey mentors and a “one store at a time” mentalityThe current state of QSR and fast-casual dining franchisesAdapting to new growth channels and creating a uniform, positive customer experienceThe biggest trends in the CRE market today and what investors should watchFinding your business niche and focusing on growthAnd much more!A special shout out and thanks to our friends at the NNN Pro Group, the market leading net lease investment sales and advisory team who is making this podcast series possible. NNN Pro Group has completed over $30 billion in net lease sales and is one of the largest sale-leaseback advisors in the country. To learn more about their team and services, you can visit their website.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter to receive the very next one delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out our blog, Crexi Insights.Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately start browsing hundreds of thousands of available commercial property.Follow Crexi: WebsiteInstagram ​ Facebook​ TwitterLinkedinYoutubeAbout Tom Gordon:Providing personal and tailored support for franchisees in a rapidly-growing system, co-founder and Slim Chickens CEO, Tom Gordon, is the driving leader behind the brand’s goal to have a 600-unit footprint by 2025, and unlike many brands that release large growth numbers, Gordon is leading the