Dave "Blaine" McDaniel

Blaine brings nearly two decades of hands-on experience in Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) operations, franchise consulting, and business ownership, making him a strategic asset to clients navigating the purchase, sale, or optimization of franchise-based businesses.

Blaine began his career in the QSR industry in 2007, quickly distinguishing himself through performance and leadership. While attending college full-time and earning a Business Management degree with a focus on Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management, he advanced to General Manager, overseeing operations that achieved 20% year-over-year sales growth for three consecutive years.

Following graduation, Blaine transitioned into a corporate role as a Franchise Business Coach, where he worked directly with franchisees to improve profitability, streamline operations, and reduce costs. In this role, he gained deep exposure to multi-unit performance metrics, brand standards, and scalable operational systems—experience that proved invaluable in his next chapter as an owner-operator.

In 2019, Blaine acquired his first QSR franchise, successfully increasing sales by over 300% in three years. Over the next six years, he acquired, operated, and sold four franchise QSR locations, participating in more than ten franchise transactions as an owner, seller, buyer, and advisor. His firsthand involvement across the full transaction lifecycle gives him a rare, operator-driven perspective that resonates strongly with both buyers and sellers.

Now licensed in real estate, Blaine leverages his operational expertise to guide clients through QSR acquisitions, dispositions, and franchise consulting, with a strong emphasis on value creation and transition planning. His advisory approach extends beyond the transaction itself, helping:

• Sellers prepare their businesses for market to maximize valuation
• Buyers assess operational risk and upside prior to acquisition
• New owners navigate post-closing transitions and operational ramp-up

Blaine has joined Bata Commercial Group at KW Commercial, a firm established in 2006 with a strong reputation in commercial real estate, business brokerage, and advisory services. Together, Blaine and Bata Commercial Group are building a specialized QSR and franchise platform designed to serve owner-operators, investors, and franchise groups with a higher level of insight and execution.

Blaine is a devoted family man, married with two children, and grounded in strong faith-based values that guide both his personal and professional life. He is deeply committed to health, fitness, and mentorship, serving as a Quarterbacks Coach at Weeki Wachee High School for the past three seasons and actively working with youth athletes to develop discipline, confidence, and leadership.

He is also passionate about community engagement and giving back, frequently participating in outreach initiatives that support families and individuals in need—particularly through food distribution efforts within local communities.

Blaine’s long-term vision is centered on helping QSR owners and franchise investors succeed beyond the transaction. Known for his attention to detail and hands-on approach, he specializes in identifying operational inefficiencies, strengthening systems, and guiding clients through one of the most critical phases of ownership—transition.

By offering pre-listing consultation for sellers and post-acquisition support for buyers, Blaine helps clients protect their investment, improve performance, and build sustainable, scalable QSR operations.

Email: Blaine@BataCommercial.com

Cell: 404-538-4177