Alliance Franchise Brands names CDO

Alliance Franchise Brands, a marketing, print, signage, and graphics communication services franchisor, announced the appointment of Danielle Scott as chief development officer. In this role, Scott will lead the company’s development strategy, overseeing franchise sales and growth initiatives across its portfolio of brands.

“I am thrilled to join Alliance Franchise Brands and build on the strong foundation the company already has in place,” said Scott. “The organization has created incredible opportunities for entrepreneurs to grow and succeed in a resilient industry, and I’m honored to be part of that momentum. I look forward to leveraging my development and operations experience to help grow the network in a thoughtful way while ensuring our Franchise Members have the support they need to reach their full potential.”

Scott brings more than 32 years of experience in franchise development and operations. As a certified franchise executive, she has led development teams for nationally recognized brands including Sylvan Learning Systems, Patrice & Associates, and Zippy Shell Moving & Storage. Now serving as chief development officer, Scott will oversee the Alliance Franchise Brands development team with a focus on enhancing processes and driving sustainable growth.

Scott’s experience spans both established systems and emerging concepts, bringing a balanced perspective to development strategy and execution. In addition to her role at Alliance Franchise Brands, she is also a partner with ZGrowth Partners, a firm focused on supporting the growth of emerging franchise concepts.

“Welcoming Danielle to the Alliance Franchise Brands team as our chief development officer marks an inspiring new chapter for our continued development,” said Michael Marcantonio, the company’s chief executive officer. “Danielle brings a deep understanding of franchise growth and strategic leadership that aligns with our vision for the future. Her experience and passion for scaling strong franchise brands will be a tremendous asset as we continue to scale and support our local franchise members.”