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What Makes Mellow Mushroom a Strong Franchise Investment? Insights From the Panos Family’s Metro Atlanta Portfolio

Michel and Lesley Panos keep things close to home and grounded, while their children Nicolaos, Gabby and Michael split roles — catering/tech, ops and social — to maintain the guest-first culture.

By Chris Irby

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October 1, 2025

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