MTY Food Group Inc. is a Canadian-based franchisor and operator of quick-service and casual dining restaurants, offering a diversified portfolio of branded food concepts. Headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, the company develops, markets and franchises a range of culinary formats that include Asian, sandwich, coffee shop, dessert, and Mexican-inspired menus. MTY’s business model combines corporate-owned units with a global network of franchisees, enabling the company to deliver consistent quality and support to its operators.
Since its founding in 1997, MTY has expanded through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Today, the company’s brand portfolio exceeds 80 concepts, featuring well-known names such as Thai Express, Sushi Shop, Mr. Sub, Country Style, Mucho Burrito, and Cultures. In 2016, MTY broadened its North American footprint by merging with Kahala Brands, adding additional concepts like Cold Stone Creamery and Blimpie to its roster and significantly increasing its presence in the United States, Latin America and select international markets.
MTY Food Group serves diverse geographies, with a strong presence in Canada and growing operations in the United States, the Middle East and select European and Latin American countries. The company’s support infrastructure provides comprehensive training, marketing resources and supply-chain management for its franchise network. This integrated approach helps new and existing operators adapt to regional tastes while maintaining standardized quality and operational efficiency across all locations.
Led by Founder and Chief Executive Officer Stanley Ma, MTY emphasizes a disciplined acquisition strategy and ongoing innovation in menu design and digital ordering platforms. The company focuses on leveraging scale to negotiate favourable supply agreements, investing in technology to streamline franchise operations and exploring new markets through both franchising and joint-venture partnerships. MTY’s leadership team continues to prioritize brand diversification and support services to drive sustainable growth in the competitive global quick-service restaurant sector.
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