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Captain D's Accelerates International Expansion

Captain D's, the prominent casual seafood franchise based in the United States, is gearing up for significant international growth. As interest in its franchises continues to swell across Europe, the company is taking decisive steps to capitalize on this momentum.

Following a successful international development journey earlier this year, Hair Parra, the senior vice president of international operations and development, is set to return to Europe in October. This trip aims to meet with potential franchise partners and explore possibilities in untapped markets. Scheduled to take place in the second week of October, the journey will tentatively cover key destinations including Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom, with other locations likely to be added to the itinerary.

The response from Italy has been especially enthusiastic, with Captain D's currently in discussions with potential partners. Furthermore, the company is looking into opportunities in Spain, particularly in major cities like Madrid and Valencia. Poland and France are also on Captain D's radar as promising markets for expansion.

According to Parra, "Every time we travel abroad, we return with more exchanges and new relationships. It's exciting to generate genuine interest from seasoned operators who understand the potential that an established American seafood brand brings to their markets."

This international focus comes as Captain D's embarks on a new growth phase in the U.S., highlighted by the recent opening of a new restaurant concept in San Antonio, Texas. This location represents the first American showcase of a reimagined dining experience that features contemporary design and a more welcoming atmosphere, while still retaining the brand’s signature identity. Plans are underway to expand this new concept to additional U.S. markets, including Florida, Ohio, and Oklahoma, all while continuing to seek qualified international partners for franchise opportunities.

Brad Reed, Captain D's director of development, remarked, "Our growth strategy isn’t just about opening individual restaurants. We’re evolving the Captain D's experience while staying true to the elements that have made the brand successful for over five decades. This blend attracts operators eager to join in the next chapter of Captain D's story, both domestically and internationally."

Captain D's is actively seeking experienced restaurant managers and multi-unit franchisees, as well as master franchise partners interested in developing multiple locations across international markets. Potential partners are encouraged to reach out at [email protected]

About Captain D's

Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Captain D's operates over 530 restaurants across 23 states. The company is renowned for providing high-quality seafood at affordable prices, including Alaska's wild-caught battered fish, grilled seafood, shrimp, seafood platters, made-to-order sides, and other popular offerings. For more information, visit captainD's official site or franchising information.