NE SMOOTHIE CO.

A partner you can build with

Why Nesco

Landlords, brokers, franchisees, and investors work with Nesco because we combine institutional capital with proven restaurant operations.

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Nesco is backed by Aurify Kingstar, with 20+ years as investors and operators and over $300 million collectively invested in food and hospitality companies, alongside committed institutional capital partners.

Well-capitalized

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A cartoon-style alien with an antenna, smiling, and holding a star.

Our team has been one of the largest franchisees of nationally recognized restaurant brands, with a track record of taking over portfolios and rapidly improving sales, operations, and guest experience.

Proven operators

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A simple, stylized icon of a chain link in a mint green color.

We work hand-in-hand with Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s real estate, construction, and operations teams to grow the brand across the Northeast.

Aligned with the franchisor

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Sun icon with rays

Dedicated development partners give us professional site sourcing, project management, and on-time delivery across every market we enter.

A real development engine

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A shield with a checkmark inside, symbolizing protection or security.

Reliable counterparty

We honor our commitments, communicate transparently, and close on the timelines we set. Our reputation across 20+ years of deals is our most valuable asset.

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For franchisees considering a sale

If you own Tropical Smoothie Cafes in the Northeast and are thinking about your next chapter, we would love to talk. We offer fair, straightforward valuations, certainty of close, and a commitment to taking care of your teams and your legacy.

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For landlords and brokers

We are actively seeking 1,200 to 1,500 sq ft end-cap and inline spaces, drive-thru a plus, in daily-needs centers throughout the Northeast. Send us your availabilities, we move quickly.