Clark National Accounts, Webstaurant sister company, known for working with major national brands, is building a custom ordering portal for Konala to streamline – a rare move for an emerging franchise
Coeur d’Alene, ID (RestaurantNews.com) Konala, the fast-growing healthy fast-food franchise, has announced a strategic partnership with Clark National Accounts, the strategic accounts division of Clark Associates, the world’s largest food service equipment and supplies dealer, to launch a custom, all-in-one ordering portal for franchisees. As a sister company to WebstaurantStore, Clark National Accounts is able to leverage expansive technological resources and a vast distribution network to offer tailored distribution services to national brands.
The new Konala-branded portal, currently in development, will give franchisees a centralized platform to purchase everything needed to open and operate locations – from equipment and small wares to signage, dry goods, and everyday essentials. With the ability to “add to cart” the entire package at once, it eliminates the need for managing dozens of vendors, timelines, and tracking systems.
“Webstaurant has built custom portals for major national brands,” said Dan Rowe, CEO of Fransmart, “but this is the first time they’re investing in building one for a brand as early-stage as Konala. That shows just how confident they are in where we’re headed.”
While other franchises struggle with fragmented ordering – often relying on 40 to 50 vendors – Konala’s low-complexity model makes it the ideal first emerging brand for Webstaurant to support in this way.
“This solves a major pain point in franchising,” said Rowe. “With most concepts, franchisees are chasing parts, paying rush fees, and missing deadlines – and no one knows who to blame. With Konala and Webstaurant, everything is in one place, on one timeline, through one partner.”
Their decision aligns with a larger industry shift: fast food is evolving, and health-conscious, tech-enabled brands like Konala are leading the charge. As consumers demand cleaner ingredients, faster service, and simpler operations, traditional restaurant models are struggling to keep up. Konala’s 100% gluten-free, high-protein menu served with speed – with no fryers, no grills, and minimal staff – offers a scalable, modern solution for the next generation of restaurant owners.
“We wanted to create this all-in-one platform to take the guesswork out of opening and running a Konala restaurant. You shouldn’t have to stress about dealing with so many moving parts, you should be able to focus on running your restaurant.” Said Trace Miller, Founder of Konala “Through our partnership with Webstaurant, franchisees now have a one-stop shop for equipment, dry goods, small wares, and more – simplifying the entire setup and ongoing process with transparency, accountability, and everything you need just a click away.”
While other franchises juggle dozens of vendors and chaotic buildout logistics, Konala’s streamlined model makes it the ideal fit for Webstaurant’s integrated approach. With this new portal, franchisees can access everything they need to open and operate a location – all in one place.
As Konala gears up for a busy expansion period, these strategic partnerships will help fuel growth, improve operations, and support franchisees in running efficient, profitable locations.
Konala is currently seeking franchisees nationwide. Interested franchisees can submit inquiries and applications online at KonalaFranchise.com.
About Konala
Founded in 2023 by Trace and Jammie Miller, Konala (Pronounced: Koe-Nah-Luh) is redefining fast food with a focus on healthy, flavorful protein bowls served through a convenient drive-thru model. Inspired by their own commitment to a fit lifestyle and named after their two rescue dogs, Kona and Nala, Konala offers a menu packed with nutritious options like Bang Bang Shrimp, Poke, and hearty Burrito Bowls, with some bowls containing up to 73 grams of protein. Guests can choose from bases like white or brown rice, greens, or a mix of both. Entirely gluten-free and free of fryers or high-sugar sodas, Konala stands out in a market saturated with less healthy options. With online ordering, third-party delivery, and outdoor seating, Konala makes healthy eating both delicious and convenient.
About Fransmart
As the leading franchise development firm in the country, Fransmart turns emerging restaurant concepts into successful national and global brands. Founded by Dan Rowe, the man who identified and grew brands such as Five Guys Burgers & Fries and QDOBA Mexican Grill from single unit businesses to the powerhouse chains they are today. Fransmart’s current and past franchise development portfolio brands have opened more than 5,000 restaurants worldwide. For more information, visit Fransmart.com.
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Lynnea Rogers
Fransmart
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