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HorsePower Brands

Vice President of Operations

Omaha, NE · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Description: Vice President of Operations Location & Travel: An Incumbent in This Role Can Be ... Franchise Business Coach Leadership & Team Development * Lead, coach, and develop the Franchise ...

HorsePower Brands

Vice President of Operations

$110K - $130K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description Vice President of Operations Location & Travel: An Incumbent in This ... Franchise Business Coach Leadership & Team Development * Lead, coach, and develop the Franchise ...

Twin Peaks

Franchise Development Coordinator

Lanse, MI · On-site

You will... • Provide Administrative Support to the VP of Franchise Development and the Director of Design/Architecture • Walk prospective franchisee candidates through the sales process from ...

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Closet Factory

Vice President of Sales

$100K/yr

Vice President of Franchise Sales Support Closet Factory Franchise Corporation Position Description ... Support franchise development leaders as needed to standardize sales best practices during new ...

The Michaels Organization

VP Development

Camden, NJ · Hybrid

The Vice President of Development works closely with the regional development team and home office, taking responsibility for the acquisition, financing, and development of affordable housing ...

GoTo Foods

VP, Operations

Atlanta, GA · On-site

The Vice President of Operations leads a team that provides ongoing support for franchisees, the development, and oversight of brand operational standards and policies, and the maximization of the ...

The Michaels Organization

VP Development

Camden, NJ · On-site

$170K - $190K/yr

The Vice President of Development works closely with the regional development team and home office, taking responsibility for the acquisition, financing, and development of affordable housing ...

The Michaels Organization

VP Development

Camden, NJ · Hybrid

The Vice President of Development works closely with the regional development team and home office, taking responsibility for the acquisition, financing, and development of affordable housing ...

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How much do vp franchise development jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for vp franchise development in the United States is $160,591.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $119,000.00 and $193,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a VP of Franchise Development do?

A VP of Franchise Development is responsible for overseeing and driving the growth of a company's franchise network. This executive leads the strategy for attracting, recruiting, and supporting new franchisees, and often manages a team dedicated to franchise sales and development. They analyze market trends, identify expansion opportunities, and ensure that new franchise locations align with the brand's standards and goals. Additionally, they collaborate with other departments to streamline the onboarding process and provide ongoing support to franchise partners.

What are some common challenges faced by a VP of Franchise Development when expanding into new markets?

A VP of Franchise Development often encounters challenges such as adapting the franchise model to suit diverse local regulations, consumer preferences, and cultural differences in new markets. Building strong relationships with potential franchisees and ensuring consistent brand standards across locations can also be demanding. Additionally, coordinating market research, legal compliance, and tailored marketing strategies requires close collaboration with legal, operations, and marketing teams. Overcoming these challenges is crucial for successful and sustainable franchise growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a VP Franchise Development, and why are they important?

To thrive as a VP Franchise Development, you need expertise in business development, franchise operations, sales strategy, and a bachelor's or master's degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with CRM software, franchise management systems, and relevant certifications such as Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) are often valuable. Outstanding leadership, negotiation, and relationship-building skills help foster trust and drive growth among franchisees and stakeholders. These competencies are vital for expanding franchise networks, ensuring brand consistency, and achieving sustainable business growth.

What is the difference between Vp Franchise Development vs Franchise Development Manager?

AspectVp Franchise DevelopmentFranchise Development Manager
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in franchise sales, leadership skillsBachelor's degree, experience in sales or franchise industry
Work EnvironmentStrategic planning, executive meetings, high-level negotiationsOperational focus, supporting franchisees, sales outreach
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in large franchise corporations, corporate officesCommon in mid-sized companies, franchise development teams
Search & Comparison IntentHigh-level strategic role, executive responsibilitiesOperational, sales-focused role, supporting franchise growth

The Vp Franchise Development typically holds a senior, strategic role focused on high-level franchise expansion and negotiations, often overseeing teams and setting company-wide franchise strategies. In contrast, the Franchise Development Manager is more operational, working directly with franchisees and supporting sales efforts. Both roles require industry experience and sales skills but differ in scope and seniority.

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Infographic showing various Vp Franchise Development job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $160,591 per year, or $77.2 per hour.
Vice President, Franchise Management - Monster Jam

Vice President, Franchise Management - Monster Jam

Feld Entertainment

Ellenton, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

The Vice President, Franchise Management - Monster Jam will serve as the senior executive steward of the Monster Jam franchise, responsible for maximizing the longterm value, relevance, and global growth of one of the world's leading live sports and entertainment properties. This role owns the holistic franchise vision for Monster Jam across live events, consumer products, licensing, media, content, and international markets-ensuring brand consistency while aggressively expanding the franchise into new audiences, territories, and platforms.

The role is modeled after senior franchise and IP leadership positions within major film studios, sports leagues, and global entertainment brands, acting as the central point of integration between creative development, commercial partners, and operational teams.

Essential Functions

Franchise Vision, Strategy & IP Stewardship

  • Define, own, and evolve the longterm franchise vision and roadmap for Monster Jam, ensuring sustained growth across all lines of business.
  • Serve as the primary steward of Monster Jam intellectual property, protecting brand canon, continuity, and equity across live events, toys, licensing, gaming, publishing, and media extensions.
  • Establish clear guardrails for innovation, balancing creative expansion with brand authenticity and longterm franchise value.
  • Own the crossfunctional development and rollout of new Monster Jam IP, collaborating closely with Operations, Fleet, and Integrated Marketing & Communications to align creative development with operational execution, marketing activation, and fan engagement strategies. Evaluate new IP concepts against pop culture trends, fandom dynamics, and longterm commercial potential to ensure each addition strengthens the Monster Jam franchise and supports multiyear exploitation.

Licensing, Consumer Products & Partner Oversight

  • Provide seniorlevel strategic oversight of Monster Jam's global licensing portfolio, with particular focus on the partnership with Spin Master as master toy licensee. 
  • Collaborate closely with Consumer Products and Global Partnerships teams to guide product line strategy, extensions into new categories, and marketspecific assortments.
  • Lead franchiselevel approvals and strategic alignment across all licensed products, marketing programs, and retail activations to ensure consistency and quality.

Audience Development & Franchise Lifecycle Growth

  • Design and execute audience lifecycle strategies that intentionally grow the Monster Jam fan base across key demos, with focused emphasis on:
      • Preschool and early youth audiences (entry point and brand introduction)
      • Teens and young adults (culture, fandom, digital, and competitive engagement).
  • Align content, product, and experience strategies to evolve fan engagement from first exposure through lifelong fandom.

Content Development & Media Expansion

  • Lead franchise strategy for Monster Jam's expanding content slate, including shortform, longform, digital, gaming, streaming, and broadcast initiatives.
  • Act as the franchise executive lead for major content partnerships, including the Monster Jam feature film in development with Walt Disney Studios, ensuring brand integrity, creative alignment, merchandise expansion and longterm franchise leverage.
  • Lead franchise strategy for Monster Jam's owned digital distribution platforms, working in close partnership with the Digital Media team to define content priorities across the Monster Jam YouTube Channel, Monster Jam Kids YouTube Channel, and Monster Jam FAST Channel to advance Monster Jam's longterm IP and content strategy.
  • Collaborate with internal media, digital, and production teams to identify, develop, and prioritize new franchisedriven content opportunities globally. 

International Franchise Expansion

  • Partner with International Operations and Marketing teams to extend Monster Jam as a consistently branded global franchise, balancing centralized IP stewardship with local market relevance.
  • Guide franchise positioning across international markets, supporting live events, licensing growth, localized content, and marketspecific fan engagement.

CrossFunctional Leadership & Governance

  • Serve as the central franchise integrator, aligning live events, licensing, media, digital, partnerships, and international stakeholders around unified franchise objectives.
  • Establish franchise frameworks, processes, and governance models that enable scale while maintaining clarity, speed, and accountability.
  • Present franchise strategy, progress, and growth opportunities to senior leadership as required.
Qualifications
  • 12+ years of experience in franchise management, IP strategy, brand management, or contentdriven leadership roles within film studios, sports leagues, global entertainment brands, or consumer franchises.
  • Demonstrated experience stewarding largescale IP across live events, consumer products, licensing, and media/content ecosystems.
  • Deep understanding of audience development, brand canon management, and lifecycle fan engagement.
  • Proven ability to lead complex crossfunctional initiatives and manage senior external partners.
  • Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
Skills & Abilities
  • Strategic, brandfirst thinker with commercial acumen.
  • Highly collaborative, with the ability to influence across creative and operational teams.
  • Comfortable operating at both seniorlevel strategy and handson execution.
  • Passion for building enduring franchises that span generations, cultures, and platforms. 
About Feld Entertainment
Feld Entertainment, family owned and operated, is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment experiences that bring people together and uplift the human spirit. Properties include Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, Monster Jam, Disney On Ice, Monster Energy AMA Supercross, and the SuperMotocross World Championship. Across the brand portfolio, Feld Entertainment has entertained millions of families in more than 80 countries and on six continents. Visit feldentertainment.com for more information.
 
Equal Opportunity Employer
Feld Entertainment is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our employees, customers, and partners worldwide. We celebrate diversity and encourage our profoundly talented workforce to express themselves proudly. Our successful business model requires different perspectives and voices so that we can create the incredible live shows we put on. Come join us and help us light up the world.
 
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