Nik Bhakta is the Founding Principal of CMG Companies, a diverse investment firm established in August 2001, focusing primarily on the multiunit and franchise sectors across various industries including restaurants, hotels, retail, and real estate. Under Nik Bhakta's leadership, the company has formed partnerships with notable brands such as KFC, Taco Bell, and Marriott. Prior to this role, Nik Bhakta served as Chief Operating Officer at Genghis Grill from 2004 to 2014. Nik Bhakta earned a Bachelor of Arts in Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies from The University of Texas at Dallas between 1998 and 2001.