Episode
S4: EP 11 Ken Kades - McDonalds
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- Wheels, Deals and Meals
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- May 27, 2026
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- 2952
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Summary
How do you go from managing a single storefront to operating a massive multi-unit empire? This week, we sit down with legendary entrepreneur Ken Kades , founder of The Kades Corporation and Owner Operator at Multiple McDonalds . Ken has spent decades mastering the art of business operations, scaling his footprint to 80 highly successful locations at one point in his career. In this episode, Ken pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to scale a business. He shares his journey from an entry-level store manager to an operations director, detailing the exact systems, scaling frameworks, and cultural pivots needed to sustain a multi-unit empire. Whether you're trying to build your very first startup or figure out how to scale from 2 locations to 20, Ken’s operational blueprint is a masterclass in modern business growth. Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more Good Food, Good Business, and Good Cars! #WheelsDealsAndMeals #KenKades #BusinessScaling #FranchiseOwner #OperationsManager #MultiUnitMogul #EntrepreneurLife #HoustonBusiness #McDonalds