MPZ Holdings

At MPZ Holdings, we’re a people-first hospitality group built on ambition, authenticity, and impact. We operate leading franchise brands including Marco’s Pizza, Dave’s Hot Chicken, and Pop‑Up Bagels, all while growing thoughtfully and fast across Florida, South Carolina, Georgia, and beyond. From Wall Street to Storefronts Our CEO, Kal Gullapalli, spent seven years on Wall Street before discovering his passion for franchising in 2016, starting with Orangetheory Fitness. In a strategic pivot, he sold that business and turned around underperforming wellness and spa brands before diving into foodservice. By 2023, Kal had become the second-largest Marco’s Pizza franchisee, operating 51 locations and earning the International Franchise Association’s Franchisee of the Year award  . A Leader Who Scales... & Cares Kal’s approach isn’t just about rapid growth, it’s also about building strong teams and infrastructure: training coaches, operational experts, and support layers that elevate every guest experience . He leads guided by principles learned early—from a first pizza job at Little Caesars at age 17 to immigrant parents who taught him that hard work opens doors . Driven by Brands People Love With a growing presence in Dave’s Hot Chicken and a newly inked franchise deal to bring PopUp Bagels to Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, and South Florida, MPZ is diversifying thoughtfully, giving people what they crave, when they want it. Powered by People. Driven to Be the Best. From frontline teams to leadership roles, we commit to a culture where honesty, hustle, and human connection matter. If you’re driven to grow, learn, and make a real impact in hospitality, you’ll feel right at home here.