Scottsdale, AZ - Kahala Corp announced today that it has entered into an Area Representative Agreement with Mid Atlantic Management Associates, LLC. on behalf of its Ranch1 brand. A clear indication that Kahala is quickly making good on its promise to revitalize the East Coast brand known for its grilled chicken sandwiches, the agreement allows for the development of forty (40) new Ranch1 quick serve outlets throughout the states of Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia. The principal of Mid Atlantic Management Associates, LLC., Bob Phillips, is also a current Ranch1 franchisee with four locations in the region.

"The Ranch1 concept has always been great, but it lacked a practical vision for growth," said Bob Phillips. "We now have one. Kahala has a passion for success and has quickly demonstrated its commitment to Ranch1. That in itself has renewed my commitment to the future of the brand," Phillips added.

Kevin Blackwell, Kahala's president and CEO commented "we are extremely excited about finalizing this development agreement with Mr. Phillips. With seven Ranch1 stores currently operating in the region and Mr. Phillips' strong restaurant background, it's a winning combination guaranteed to grow the Ranch1 brand throughout Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia.

Blackwell added "the finalization of this development agreement provides further evidence of Kahala's success in growing its concepts across the country through its strategic area representative program."

Touted as a "ground-floor opportunity for area developers to participate in the growth of proven concept with great sales-to-investment ratios and attractive unit economics", Kahala has identified select markets coast to coast with strong potential. Targeting multi-unit food-service operators and others capable of opening at least 20 Ranch*1 locations in a defined territory, Blackwell goes on to say that "the concept will appeal to visionaries who recognize the value of a proven operating system and a unique concept that satisfies consumers' growing demand for taste, convenience, value and high quality food."

Phillips added, "We're all very excited about the future of Ranch1 and the opportunity to co-brand with other Kahala concepts.

Ranch*1 is Kahala Corp's latest addition to its existing portfolio of franchise concepts that include Surf City Squeeze, Frullati Café & Bakery, Rollerz, and Tahi Mana. Ranch1 owns, operates and franchises quick service that feature grilled chicken sandwiches, salads, wraps and bowls, Ranch1 famous fries, and other complementary food and beverage items. Surf City Squeeze is a franchisor of juice bars/smoothie stores with locations in shopping malls, airports and other high-traffic locations throughout the United States, Canada and the Middle East. Frullati Café & Bakery is a franchisor of healthy food cafes featuring a signature line of smoothies as well as sandwiches, salads, soups and other healthy snacks. Rollerz is a franchisor and operator of retail stores serving gourmet rolled sandwiches and blended fruit drinks/smoothies. Tahi Mana is a franchisor and operator of scaled down health food supplement stores that revolve around a juice bar, and are primarily found in health clubs and other strategic retail locations. Currently, there are approximately 275 outlets that reflect Kahala's five concepts combined. More information about the Kahala and its five concepts, can be found on its website at www.kahalacorp.com.