Papa Johns Announces KM Capital as New Franchise Partner in Mexico

Partnership strengthens Papa Johns presence in Mexico and reinforces its global commitment to delivering Better Ingredients. Better Pizza.

MEXICO CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Papa Johns today announced that KM Capital has joined the Papa Johns brand as the new franchise partner in Mexico. KM Capital will assume leadership of 44 existing franchised restaurants across the country, bringing a renewed focus on commercial growth, operational excellence, innovation and delivering on the brand’s Better Ingredients. Better Pizza. Promise.

Mexico is a priority growth market for Papa Johns International and an important part of the company's long-term expansion strategy. As the world's third-largest pizza market and one of the largest consumer markets in Latin America, Mexico offers compelling opportunities for growth. Through its partnership with KM Capital, Papa Johns will expand its presence across the country through continued investment in restaurant operations, brand development and future restaurant growth.

"Mexico is an important market for Papa Johns, and KM Capital brings the local expertise, commercial discipline and strategic growth mindset needed to support the brand's next phase," said John Matter, Global Chief Development Officer at Papa Johns. "Together, we are focused on enhancing the customer experience, growing our presence in the market and building a stronger Papa Johns brand for consumers across Mexico."

KM Capital's executive leadership team recently met with Papa Johns executives to align on growth plans, market priorities and long-term development opportunities for Mexico.

“We are proud to join the Papa Johns system and excited by the opportunity to build on the brand's strong foundation in Mexico,” said Enrique Ruiz Mandujano, Founding Partner and CEO of KM Capital. “Mexicans have a strong passion for pizza, and we see an opportunity to grow the Papa Johns brand by delivering great pizzas and expanding our reach to serve more communities across the country.”

Papa Johns Mexico will continue to bring consumers a combination of global favorites and locally relevant menu innovations. Every pizza is crafted using Papa Johns signature fresh dough made from six simple ingredients, tomato sauce made from real tomatoes and not from concentrate, and premium toppings, reflecting the brand's commitment to quality and craftsmanship.

The partnership reinforces Papa Johns international growth strategy and its mission to bring premium-quality pizza experiences to customers in every market it enters.

About Papa Johns

Papa John’s International, Inc. (Nasdaq: PZZA) opened its doors in 1984 with one goal in mind: BETTER INGREDIENTS. BETTER PIZZA.^® Papa Johns believes that using high-quality ingredients leads to superior quality pizzas. Its original dough is made of only six ingredients and is fresh, never frozen. Papa Johns tops its pizzas with real cheese made from mozzarella, pizza sauce made with vine-ripened tomatoes that go from vine to can in the same day and meat free of fillers. It was the first national pizza delivery chain to announce the removal of artificial flavors and synthetic colors from its entire food menu. Papa Johns is co-headquartered in Atlanta, Ga. and Louisville, Ky. and is the world’s third-largest pizza delivery company with approximately 6,000 restaurants in approximately 50 countries and territories. For more information about the Company or to order pizza online, visit www.papajohns.com or download the Papa Johns mobile app for iOS or Android.

About KM Capital

KM Capital is a Mexico-based private investment and advisory firm focused on building long-term value through strategic investment, operational improvement, and financial discipline. The firm works alongside entrepreneurs, boards of directors, and management teams to support business growth and transformation. For more information, visit www.kmcapital.com.mx.