Legacy Brands International has acquired BRIX Holdings, a Dallas-based multi-brand franchising company specializing in restaurant chains.

An investment group managed by Amol Kohli, Legacy Brands is a multi-unit franchisee of Friendly’s Restaurants. The acquisition includes the purchase of Friendly’s, Clean Juice, Orange Leaf, Red Mango, Smoothie Factory + Kitchen, Souper Salad, and Humble Donut Co.

Existing BRIX ownership, including its majority member, JAMCO, has elected to continue their involvement with the company and will be investors in Legacy Brands International.

BRIX will remain headquartered in Dallas and continue to be led by Sherif Mityas as chief executive officer and the existing leadership team. Kohli will continue to manage his Friendly’s franchises and will now also oversee BRIX’s success as its chairman of the board.