Our Team – Canada Franchise Specialists

Leadership

Meet Our Founders

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Dr. Sirawan Alkadhi

Co-Founder

Co-founder of Canada Franchise Specialists and a driving force behind the company's growth into one of the Ottawa region's most recognized Pizza Hut franchise operators. Dr. Alkadhi brings strategic vision and a deep commitment to building a business that creates lasting opportunity for franchisees and team members alike.

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Mr. Musleh Tahir

Co-Founder

Co-founder of Canada Franchise Specialists with a strong background in franchise development and multi-unit operations. Mr. Tahir has been instrumental in establishing CFS as the official Pizza Hut Area Representative for the Ottawa region, overseeing growth to 23 locations across Ontario and Quebec.

The Team

Leadership & Operations

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Aza Tahir

Acting President

Leading day-to-day executive operations at CFS, Aza oversees the strategic direction of the company and ensures all 23 locations are performing at the highest standard. [PLACEHOLDER: prior background or specific achievement.] Under Aza's leadership, CFS continues to grow its presence across Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec.

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Chris D. Labio

Vice President

Supporting executive leadership across the CFS network, Chris drives operational excellence, franchise partnerships, and organizational growth across the Ottawa region. Chris brings [PLACEHOLDER: years of experience / background] to the team, with a focus on building scalable systems that support each Pizza Hut location. [PLACEHOLDER: additional sentence about key projects or strengths.]

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Aras Tahir

Above Restaurant Leader

Responsible for multi-location oversight and restaurant performance, Aras ensures brand standards, team development, and customer experience excellence across all locations. Aras works closely with restaurant managers to coach, develop, and elevate performance on a daily basis. [PLACEHOLDER: specific achievement or background detail.]

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Rahul Kaushik

Operations Manager

Managing day-to-day operations across the CFS network, Rahul ensures all 23 Pizza Hut locations run smoothly, efficiently, and in full alignment with brand standards. Rahul serves as the primary point of contact for franchisees, field teams, and vendor partners, keeping operations aligned across Ontario and Quebec. [PLACEHOLDER: prior experience or notable project.]

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Jacques Larabie

Office Manager

Keeping the CFS office running seamlessly, Jacques manages administrative operations, reporting, and internal coordination across the organization. Jacques ensures all back-office processes — from scheduling to compliance documentation — run without friction. [PLACEHOLDER: background detail or tenure note.]

The People Behind CFS