Seasoned Female Entrepreneur Recognized for Her Impact in the Franchise Industry 

Palm Coast, FL (October, 20, 2025) – We Sell Restaurants, Co-Founder & CEO Robin Gagnon has been named to Franchise Dictionary Magazine’s Prestigious “50 Women of Wonder” list for 2025. This annual list celebrates women in franchising who are rewriting the rules of business ownership with bold ideas, fresh perspectives and steady leadership.

“I’m truly honored to be recognized among so many inspiring women in franchising,” says Gagnon. “Franchising has given me a platform to not only build a business I’m passionate about but to mentor and empower others to do the same. The success of We Sell Restaurants has always been rooted in helping entrepreneurs achieve their dreams, and I’m proud to see that mission reflected in this recognition.”

Gagnon’s influence extends far beyond her own brand. Earlier this year Gagnon also received the International Franchise Association’s Crystal Compass Award for her continued impact within the franchise industry. Robin continues to set an example for collaboration, mentorship, and innovation in franchising. Her recognition as a “Women of Wonder” underscores both her professional achievements and her commitment to paving the way for the next generation of female leaders.

“We have been highlighting ‘50 Women of Wonder’ (WOW) since 2018 and this year’s winners are incredible,” says Alesia Visconti, the CEO of FranServe and the CEO of Franchise Dictionary Magazine (FDM). “I wrote the book The Pink Tsunami: Women’s Rise in Franchising to help women learn how they could enter this space and this year’s fran-tastic WOW winners are women at the very top! They don’t merely break the glass ceiling, they shatter it! We are thrilled to celebrate their success and showcase their contributions to helping change lives through franchise ownership. Congrats to these powerhouses!”

After climbing the executive ladder in the marketing industry, Gagnon discovered the untapped need for restaurant brokers in Atlanta. Alongside her husband, Eric Gagnon, the duo founded We Sell Restaurants in 2001 and set out to Sell More Restaurants Than Anyone Else. PERIOD., As the demand for restaurant resales grew, they decided to share this valuable business through franchising ten years ago.

A Pioneer for Women in Franchising

  • Before joining the IFA’s executive board, Robin led the charge in the relaunch of the Women’s Franchise Network in Atlanta, a local network designed to develop relationships with industry professionals and to address issues, share ideas and offer solutions related to franchising.
  • Robin served on the national Women’s Franchise Committee (WFC) from 2017-2024, holding the prestigious roles of Chair and Vice Chair from 2020-2023. Formed in 1996, the WFC is dedicated to inspiring and encouraging women in franchising.
  • In 2023, Robin joined the IFA’s Franchisor Forum where she most recently served as Vice Chair and was announced as the 2025 Chair at this year’s conference. The goal of the Franchisor Forum is to provide an outlet for members of the IFA to discuss matters relevant to primarily franchisors. This year under Robin’s leadership, the forum is creating a Marketing Task Force to amplify the association’s mission through dynamic and consistent marketing and promotional efforts.

We Sell Restaurants was founded by Robin and Eric Gagnon, who together have decades of experience selling restaurants. With deep financial, branding and marketing experience in restaurants, across small and big businesses, We Sell Restaurants leadership took the fragmented brokerage market and built a specialized practice for selling only restaurants with a systemic approach never before seen in the industry. Today, We Sell Restaurants is a vibrant and innovative company that operates in 45 states nationwide and delivers on the founder’s vision to Sell More Restaurants Than Anyone Else. PERIOD.

The success of We Sell Restaurants has not gone unnoticed, with the brand and its leadership earning significant accolades. In 2025, the International Business Brokers Association honored co-founders Eric and Robin Gagnon with the IBBA Outstanding Producer Award and IBBA Deal Maker Award, respectively, celebrating their exceptional contributions to the industry.

In 2025, the We Sell Restaurants brand has been recognized by Franchise Business Review with the Top Franchisee Satisfaction Award, Top Franchises for Women, Top Low-Cost Franchises, and the Most Innovative Franchises Award. Also in 2025, the brand was recognized on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 list.

According to We Sell Restaurants 2023 FDD Item 19, franchisees earned $273,251 in gross commission income, and more than 40% of all franchisees brokered more than one-million-dollars in sales.*

For more information on franchise opportunities, visit www.wesellrestaurants.com/franchise.

About We Sell Restaurants

We Sell Restaurants is the nation’s largest business broker franchise focused exclusively on the sale of restaurants, with 20 years of experience in helping buy, sell and lease hospitality locations. We Sell Restaurants and its franchisees have sold thousands of restaurants across the country and maintain a listing inventory of more than half a billion online at their powerhouse restaurant for sale marketplace, including independent and restaurant franchises for sale. We Sell Restaurants is offering franchise opportunities for their brand in select market areas. For more information, visit www.wesellrestaurants.com.

*This information appears in Item 19 of our current FDD – please refer to our FDD for complete information on financial performance. Results may differ. There is no assurance that any franchisee will perform as well.

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