Qbano announces management change amid franchise drive
María Pilar Amorocho leaves FSQ Group management. Photo: Courtesy/Qbano
TL;DR
- María del Pilar Amorocho has stepped down as General Manager of FSQ Group after seven years.
- FSQ Group, which owns Qbano and PizzaManía, is accelerating its growth strategy.
- The company's franchise model accounts for 90% of Qbano's sales points and is its main expansion driver.
- Future plans include expanding into intermediate cities and strengthening PizzaManía.
- A master franchise is planned within five years to accelerate international expansion to markets like Panama and the United States.
- The company plans to open 8-10 new locations per year.
- Investment levels have exceeded $10 billion during intensive expansion periods.
- Qbano's operation generates over 1,500 direct and 2,000 indirect jobs in Colombia.
- The franchise model offers attractive investment returns, with operational break-even typically between 6-12 months and ROI projected at 18-36 months.
- 99.5% of Qbano's supplies are sourced domestically, reducing exposure to exchange rates.