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Elevation Burger signs international franchise deal

February 8, 2010

Elevation Burger has signed a multiunit franchising deal with investment banker, businessman, entrepreneur, and Kuwait native Ali Ashkanani. Ashkanani currently is identifying strong retail real estate in Kuwait for his first location, and expects to have his first store open by mid 2010.

"We are obviously very excited about our expansion to Kuwait and the Middle East region, and we're pleased to be working with Mr. Ashkanani in this endeavor," Hans Hess, founder and CEO of Elevation Burger, said in a news release. "We believe the people of Kuwait will love our fresh, high-quality products and sustainable approach to business, and we look forward to serving them."

The burger concept is expanding rapidly throughout the United States and has five locations open in Falls Church, Va.; Arlington, Va.; Austin, Texas; National Harbor, Md.; and Baltimore. More than 50 new locations are in development across Texas, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., New York and Florida, according to the company.

Fransmart is leading the franchise development plans for Elevation Burger. The franchise development firm also is credited with expanding Five Guys Burgers & Fries.