Franchising

Marco's Pizza signs Tampa area development deal

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September 28, 2021

Marco's Pizza has signed a development deal that will bring 15 stores to the Tampa market by the end of 2024.

The deal brings the brand to 125-plus franchise agreements signed year-to-date, with over 200 stores in various stages of development, as Marco's aims to grow its 1000-plus unit footprint by more than 10% this year, according to a press release.

The agreement was signed with investment group MPZ Holdings LCC. The group manages 21 Marco's locations across South Carolina and Georgia.

"We're placing an emphasis on growing with incredible partners who truly embody our People-First approach to business," Keith Sizemore, vice president of development for Marco's Pizza, said in the release. "When a proven franchise partner doubles down on their current investment to open 15 more stores, it speaks to the tremendous belief they have in the Marco's brand. We are excited to have yet another group of 'empire builders' in our system, developing a strong market in Tampa."