Port of Subs Inks 40-Unit Deal Across Denver & the Dallas-Fort Worth Regions

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Tech and Retail Veterans Sign to Bring Legacy Sandwich Brand to New Markets in Colorado and Texas

DALLAS, TX & DENVER, CO – Port of Subs®, the iconic 50-year legacy sandwich brand, continues its national expansion with a major regional development agreement for 40 new locations across the Denver and Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan areas.  The expansion is being led by seasoned entrepreneurs Jagpal Pandher and Kunal Suri.

Together, Jagpal and Kunal—along with their experienced team—will oversee the development and operations across both Colorado and Texas, bringing a unified approach to market expansion. Pandher brings over 15 years of success operating multi-unit 7-Eleven franchises, while Suri brings expertise as a former enterprise product strategist and franchise development leader. With deep backgrounds in franchising, technology, and business strategy, the team plans to open 20 units in each region, with initial locations expected to launch within the year.

“Port of Subs stood out for its rapid growth that has been making waves within the industry for the past three years and strong, loyal customer base,” said Pandher. “We’re building a franchise network that puts community and consistency first, and Port of Subs will help us accomplish that given its impressive legacy. Both Colorado and Texas are growing markets for the brand, and we’re eager to support its expansion,” said Suri.

Supporting the venture are Harpreet Kaur and Puneet Suri, accomplished professionals with backgrounds in franchise operations and financial services. Their focus will be on supporting franchisees with a hands-on, service-oriented approach while laying the groundwork for sustainable brand growth. Collectively, the team has worked with respected brands including McDonald’s, Starbucks, 7-Eleven, Target, and Sourdough & Co., with a focus on operational discipline and community-driven growth.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Jagpal, Kunal, and their exceptional team to the Port of Subs franchise family,” said Healey Mendicino, President of Port of Subs. “Their proven leadership and business experience make them the perfect partners as we accelerate our national expansion. This 40-unit deal is a major milestone in bringing our brand to more communities across Texas and Colorado, as these states are key growth markets for our brand.”

The brand’s expansion is powered by Area 15 Ventures, led by visionary RE/MAX Co-Founder Dave Liniger. Port of Subs is experiencing significant growth, with over 450 new units currently in development nationwide, a testament to its popular business model and loyal customer base.

For more information about becoming a Port of Subs Regional Developer or franchisee, please contact us at franchisesales@portofsubs.com or visit our website at franchising.portofsubs.com.

About Port of Subs®

Customers have enjoyed the great taste of Port of Subs sandwiches for over 50 years. The Port of Subs brand has become synonymous with quality sandwich making and superior customer experience.  Known for its premium meats and cheeses, Port of Subs offers customizable and made-to-order menu offerings, a hallmark of the brand’s mission to become every guest’s favorite neighborhood sandwich shop. For more information, please visit www.portofsubs.com.

About Area 15 Ventures, LLC

Area 15 Ventures is a Colorado-based private equity business owned by the Liniger family and highly skilled friends and employees. The private ownership allows for quick decisions and provides personal support and development. The focus is on emerging franchisors and high-growth businesses that require an investment to scale their opportunity to the next level and benefit from the team’s experience in franchising RE/MAX and Motto Mortgage. The Area 15 Ventures team brings vast experience in business development, marketing, franchise sales, Zee/Zor relationships, training, and international expansion. For more information, please visit www.area15ventures.com.

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