At ICON

we amplify

brand value.

The best source of knowledge is experience. We have 25 years of on the ground, in the trenches experience in the most dynamic economies of the 21st century, building over 200 restaurants and managing over 600 restaurants in Asia.


We have been involved in every aspect of brand building from start up to turn arounds.

Our Projects

Instrumental in developing China market. Built franchise structure, hired and trained startup team

600+ locations

Helped launch the brand into China market. Built the franchising systems and operations systems

90+ Locations

Lead the successful COG's reduction project, stabilized supply chain after China HUSI food scandal

​10+ Locations

Lead the relaunch into China, assisted in the signing of the largest franchise deal in company history.

50+ Locations

Lead the turn around of China business, went from worst performing region to best performing

220+ Locations

ABOUT US

ICON Brands is a dynamic Canadian-based brand incubator, dedicated to assisting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and visionary entrepreneurs in exploring exciting opportunities within Canada, Greater China, and South Korea. At ICON, our diverse team of like-minded operational entrepreneurs brings a wealth of experience to the table. We are seasoned executives who embody the principles of servant leadership, united by a shared passion for developing businesses and cultivating resilient brand equity.

Our unique approach is systematic, methodical, and rooted in rationality, whether it's about investing, crafting comprehensive business plans, efficiently running businesses, or providing expert consultancy. ICON Brands has been instrumental in the successful launch and nurturing of businesses across various sectors, including QSR (Quick Service Restaurant), Hospitality, Action Sports, Information Technology, Construction Materials, and Fashion Retail.

Notably, we've worked closely with prominent brands such as Palli Paddle Boards, Subway, Dunkin', Papa John's, Carl's Jr., and many others, contributing to their growth and development. ICON's range of expertise extends across numerous domains:

Our expertise includes areas such as:

√ Franchise Strategy

√ Franchise Systems and Operations

√ Innovative Marketing Programs - Revenue Generation

√ Proficient General & Change Management

√ Cutting-edge IT Collaboration Systems

√ State-of-the-Art Central Kitchen and Manufacturing

√ Efficient Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain

√ Savvy Government & Public Relations

√ Creative Retail Branding and Marketing Concepts

√ Expertise in Food Research & Development

√ Business and Location Development

√ Strategic Finance and Business Modeling

√ Proficient WFOE Company Establishment

√ Expertise in Trading & Distribution

Our passion is to empower brands and entrepreneurs to reach new heights of success. ICON Brands stands as your dedicated partner in this exciting journey of brand incubation and business expansion. We look forward to collaborating with you to transform your vision into reality.

The ICON Brands

SUP Victoria pioneered the Stand Up paddle board rental business on Vancouver Island. We are 100% mobile SUP Rentals.

PacificSUP is disrupting the North American Stand Up Paddle industry. We focus on Custom Made SUP’s and Youth Camps.

Jeju Island Paddle Boards was the pioneer of Stand Up Paddle Boarding on Jeju Island, South Korea. Custom Made SUP’s

Home of the Great Wall is a unique Home Style Villa Resort at the base of the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China.

ICON METHODOLOGY

ICON HAS WORKED WITH THE TOP FRANCHISE BRANDS IN THE QSR INDUSTRY. WE HAVE DEVELOPED AN UNPARALLELED PERSPECTIVE ON BEST PRACTICES FROM BOTH THE FRANCHISOR AND FRANCHISEE SIDE. TO ACHIEVE BRAND SUCCESS, ICON’S SERVICES INCLUDE ACCESS TO THE ICON WAY:

Franchise Strategy

Each business needs its own unique franchise strategy. Development of the proper strategy for any company to become a successful franchisor can be complex. Then when you decide to cross borders, the strategy can become infinitely more complex. A successful franchise strategy has to determine the economic relationship between the franchisor and its franchisees, with a focus on creating a business model that is both marketable and sustainable for both. ICON will assist you and your team to find the right balance in your franchise strategy.


Franchise Systems and Training

Good systems are complete, easy to understand, easy to teach, and they hold people accountable. Most of all, they ensure consistency and predictability. It all comes down to systems and operations. You'd better have a system, or a franchisee will invent his or her own. ICON will assist your team in creating systems, procedures and training that your franchisee will be able to understand and follow.


Project Management

Once you decide to use ICON, we will be responsible to Install, implement and train all team members on the project management application “SLACK”. This APP will help the team communicate and collaborate. ICON will set up the security features and train your management staff. This APP helps to eliminate emails and instant messaging, bringing all emails, messages and files into one secure APP that management can use to manage this project. The APP will help set the pace of the organization.


Compliance and Legal

ICON is committed to full compliance with all applicable franchise laws. Our value to our clients is based upon trust, confidence and integrity. ICON will support you and your legal team, offering advisory franchise services on the creation of Franchise Disclosure Documents, franchise filings and registrations, franchise agreements, and dispute resolution.


Management Advisory

One of the biggest transitions to go through in creating a successful franchise is transforming from an entrepreneur into a Franchisor Company. As a franchisor, you must not only think of everything, but you must document everything; Construction, Food Quality, Standard Operating Procedures “SOP’s” and perhaps, even getting your franchisees financed. ICON’s franchise services will provide day to day advice on building best-in-class franchisor management operations.


Social Media, Messaging and Marketing

ICON partners with the most reputable professional local Social Media and Marketing firms to assist you in taking your social media, websites and content from overwhelming and time consuming to working on autopilot for you. Working with your team, our partners will create customized content with for your target audience and engage with your consumers on a scheduled basis.

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