Since being introduced to John in the mid-90s, I've referred many clients to him. Each time, their experience has been favorable— they speak uniformly of the breadth of his network, his knowledge of the industry, and above all of the high standards to which he holds his business and personal dealings. I find John to be a valuable advisor, and expect to rely on his expertise for my own projects.

—Rod Guinn
Senior Vice President
Wells Fargo Foothill
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Ron Stockman has a very high level of integrity and professionalism and a thorough knowledge and understanding of the restaurant and franchising industry. I see highly suitable candidates and National Restaurant Search has become my firm of choice to source Managing Partners as we expand our portfolio.

—Dave Shryock
General Partner
SB Partners, Private Equity Fund
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Equity Investors

Solutions for Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Franchise Companies

One of the unique and very valuable services offered by National Restaurant Search is to source managing partners / operators for private equity investors, venture capital firms, and franchisees involved in acquisitions, mergers and start-ups.

Ron Stockman, President/CEO spearheads this project. He has substantial experience in operations and franchising in the restaurant industry, allowing him to effectively manage the process and serve the needs of the equity investor, the franchisor, the franchisee, and the candidate.

Ron works initially with the franchisor and equity group to acquire an in-depth understanding of their business, their concept and their culture. A profile of the operator that will best fit the franchisor's or equity investor's system is then established. The next step is working with the investor to shape the structure of the position and the compensation / equity package.

Ron's extensive restaurant background, coupled with the networking resources and research capabilities of National Restaurant Search enable him to provide premier quality operators that successfully complete this unique business triangle.