The company has signed a 12-unit franchise agreement with experienced multi-unit operator Baljit Gill, accelerating the brand’s expansion across Southern California.
The deal began with a four-unit agreement, but has since expanded. Today, Marco’s Pizza has three locations open in Upland, Fontana and Hesperia, with two additional stores in development in Yucaipa and Highland slated to open in early April. The remaining units are currently in site selection throughout Southern California.
Earlier this year, Marco’s said it was planning to open more than 80 new stores in 2026, surpassing last year’s total of more than 60 new locations.
“Baljit exemplifies the type of experienced, growth-minded operator we’re proud to partner with,” said Gerardo Flores, Chief Development Officer of Marco’s Pizza. “His disciplined approach, family-led infrastructure and deep understanding of multi-unit operations position him for strong growth in Southern California and we’re excited to support his continued expansion.”
“As a multi-unit operator, you look for a brand that combines structure with opportunity,” said Gill. “Marco’s offered a strong foundation, robust support and a team that truly partners with franchisees. That balance allows us to be creative operators while working within a system designed for growth. We’re proud of the momentum we’ve built so far and are excited to continue expanding across California, bringing Marco’s to even more communities throughout the region.”
