What was Mr. Kawaja's role at leftBrain Performance before joining Bft, and where was it based?
Bft Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
John Kawaja: President, North America
Since February 2025, Mr. Kawaja has served as our President, North America and the President, North America of Assetco, Lindora Franchisor, and each of the Affiliate SPV Franchisors, Former Portfolio Brand SPV Franchisors, Affiliate Prior Franchisors, and Former Portfolio Brand Franchisors. Since January 2025, Mr. Kawaja has also served as the President of North America of Xponential. Mr. Kawaja previously served as Xponential's President – Wholesale from October 2024 to January 2025. From November 2023 to September 2024, Mr. Kawaja served as President of G/Fore in Los Angeles, California. From December 2022 to October 2023 (and earlier from January 2021 through April 2021), Mr. Kawaja served as Co-Founder of leftBrain Performance based in San Diego, California. From May 2021 to November 2022, Mr. Kawaja served as CEO- N.A. of 54 Group in San Diego, California. From August 2020 to December 2020, Mr. Kawaja served as Consultant to the PGA European Tour in
Source: Item 2 — BUSINESS EXPERIENCE (FDD pages 12–14)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bft's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, John Kawaja, who currently serves as President, North America for Bft, was previously the Co-Founder of leftBrain Performance from December 2022 to October 2023, and earlier from January 2021 through April 2021. leftBrain Performance is based in San Diego, California.
Understanding the background of key personnel like Mr. Kawaja can be valuable for prospective franchisees. His experience as a co-founder provides insight into his entrepreneurial capabilities and understanding of business operations.
The fact that leftBrain Performance was based in San Diego, California, may also be relevant depending on the franchisee's location and business network. Knowing the geographic focus of key executives' prior ventures can sometimes offer insights into regional market expertise or potential business relationships. Franchisees might consider asking Mr. Kawaja about his experience with leftBrain Performance to gain a better understanding of his leadership style and business acumen.