ABOUT US
The Kurani Group is a Father and Son-led, family-operated private equity fund that focuses on franchise business operations, development, and real estate. With a culture built on systems, processes, results, and recognition, in that very order, the people under the Kurani Group umbrella confidently understand their role within this organization.
“A culture built on the PEOPLE, the PEOPLE, and again the PEOPLE—and, even more importantly, the PEOPLE understanding their role in our organization and the impact they play on ensuring that we lead by example. Not only within our restaurants and the systems in which we operate, but also as citizens within our local community,” is something Mr. Shamran “Sham” Kurani, the leader of the Kurani Group as it stands today, commits his organization to.
About us
The Kurani Group is a Father and Son-led, family-operated private equity fund that focuses on franchise business operations, development, and real estate. With a culture built on systems, processes, results, and recognition, in that very order, the people under the Kurani Group umbrella confidently understand their role within this organization.
“A culture built on the PEOPLE, the PEOPLE, and again the PEOPLE—and, even more importantly, the PEOPLE understanding their role in our organization and the impact they play on ensuring that we lead by example. Not only within our restaurants and the systems in which we operate, but also as citizens within our local community,” is something Mr. Shamran “Sham” Kurani, the leader of the Kurani Group as it stands today, commits his organization to.
Sultan Ali Kurani: A Legacy of the American Dream
Sultan Ali Kurani is a well-renowned businessman in American society, embodying the spirit of the American Dream since his arrival in the United States at the young age of 14. With nothing in his pocket but a heart full of ambition and a mind set on success, he set out to carve his own path in a land brimming with opportunity.
Shamran Kurani
Shamran Kurani, now the leader of the Kurani Group, is focused on growing his family legacy through properly leveraged, well-established, risk-averse investments. It is Mr. Shamran 'SHAM' Kurani's belief that the culture and expectations you build within your People, Organization, and Core Team become the foundation upon which any empire is built.
WE’RE BUILT UPON
tHREE CORE BELIEFS
HAZA Group began in 2013 with just 34 Wendy’s restaurants in the Houston, TX area. Its two companies, HAZA Foods and HAZA Bell, have grown to become two of the nation’s largest restaurant franchisees.
About Us
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
RESTAURANT DEVELOPMENT
ACQUIRE UNITS & CONCEPTS
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A HAPPY GUEST IS THE CORNERSTONE OF OUR SUCCESS.
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The Incredible
Kurani Journey
The Kurani Group
Built on People, Driven by Systems, Focused on Growth…
A father-and-son-led private equity firm, The Kurani Group excels in real estate, development, and franchise operations. Rooted in systems, processes, and results, we empower our people to drive success. Led by Shamran “Sham” Kurani and Sultan Kurani, our mission is clear—deliver value, lead by example, and grow with purpose.
Empowered Leadership
A father-and-son-led vision fostering strong leadership and accountability.
Strategic Growth
Expanding with purpose in real estate, development, and franchise operations.
Community Impact
Leading by example, creating value for customers, and giving back.
