In 2008, Black Legend Capital’s founder acted as a consulting advisor to Burgerville, while at Partnership Capital Growth. Burgerville is an American fast-food chain founded in the 60’s which, at the time, operated over 39 fast-food restaurants in Oregon and Washington. The company’s quick-service restaurants were dominant in the greater Portland/Vancouver area. It is known to offer natural, seasonal, and locally farmed products. At the time of the transaction, Burgerville’s average unit volume was among the highest in the quick-service restaurant industry, making high sales per square foot, despite a larger format than other top chains.
