About Us

Kevin's journey in the franchise world began with his first infomercial, the Franchise America TV Show, back in 1980. His passion for franchising led him to create Franchise America, where he and his team provided comprehensive support, including legal documentation, branding, financial guidance, and marketing strategies. Kevin's vision transformed small businesses, like pizza parlors and home improvement companies, into thriving franchisors. His work with brands like California Closets, Snelling Staffing, and Stained Glass Overlay resulted in the creation of hundreds of franchises. By the age of 29, Kevin had expanded his franchise empire globally, closing thousands of franchise deals worldwide.

Today, Kevin continues to be a formidable leader in the franchise and business opportunity sector. He advises companies such as Drip Bar, Roof Maxx, and All States Med, while his exceptional sales and marketing team relentlessly pursues new avenues for franchise development.

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The Harrington Group has been such an integral part in the formation of the business and franchise, marketing to franchisees and master franchisees and has been a major part of building the foundation of franchisees we now have that will allow us to expand the Yonutz family across the US.

~Tony B, Yonutz

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Christen and the staff she assembled to handle my project have been stellar… management of my franchise build makes me feel as if I’m the only client when I know I’m one of many.

Christine Holden, Dukes Bakery and Café

Executive Team

Kevin Harrington

Kevin Harrington is best known for his iconic role as original “Shark” on ABC’s hit TV show Shark Tank. Since launching the first-ever infomercial in 1980, Franchise America, Kevin has been at the forefront of franchising innovation and transforming small businesses into national brands. Throughout the years, Kevin pioneered a comprehensive model for franchise growth, offering in-depth support in legal structuring, branding, financial planning, and marketing. From pizza parlors to body shops, Kevin helped businesses like California Closets, Snelling Staffing, and Stained Glass Overlay expand nationwide, and even internationally. With over four decades in franchising, Kevin has continued advising and partnering with companies in the medical, hospitality, home improvement, and salon/spa industries. He is passionate about supporting and endorsing franchise brands through consulting, strategic introductions, and creating content for marketing and PR.

Brian Harrington

Brian Harrington is a CEO, entrepreneur, investor, and son of Shark Tank’s Kevin Harrington. Together, they have advised countless companies on strategy, operations, sales and marketing, revenue models, franchising, and other modes of expansion. Brian’s breadth of experience and key industry connections have created billions of dollars in value for both public and private companies. As Partner in Harrington Franchise Group, he consults with business owners who are poised to scale their brands nationally. His financial and strategic expertise have been vital for entrepreneurs throughout the franchise journey, from formation through expansion into hundreds of locations.

Christen Hagan

Christen has a dynamic entrepreneurial background spanning multiple industries. She launched her journey as the owner of a telecommunications retail chain and went on to lead brand strategy for an award-winning Texas firm. A serial entrepreneur, Christen's ventures include launching consumer brands in the As Seen On TV space, building a commercial and television production company, and creating two thriving restaurant/bar concepts in Manhattan. As Partner in Harrington Franchise Group, her passion is discovering promising new franchise concepts and advising through the crucial strategic and growth phases. Owning two franchises herself in the pet care industry, Christen offers valuable input from both sides of the business model. She consults on branding, content creation, strategy, and overall growth.