No. of Franchise Outlet : 506 Global Franchise Architects is a builder of specialty retal franchises. Fred Mouawad, the chairman of GFA, founded the company of GFA, founded the company in 1996. The current portfolio consists of four brands-Pizza Corner, Coffee World, New York Deli & The cream & Fudge Corporation. GFA has incubated its brand in some of the most difficult retail markets & based on its learning. GFA has developed brands that now have a very wide geographical appeal. Currently, GFA has over 85 outlets across the world & expected to cross 150 by the end of December 2005. In late 1997, fuelled by inspiration, GFA launched the first ever Coffee World. Although the international arena is bursting with competition, Coffee World, in a short span of time, has distinguished itself & come to emerge as one of the market leaders due to its unwavering commitment to quality. To continuously innovate to increase guest satisfaction by offering high quality coffee drinks & complementary foods in a comfortable, inviting & luxurious environment.