Marco’s Pizza has signed a new three-unit franchise agreement to open locations in Germantown, MD, led by cousins Sri Masabathula and Sasi Vaddi under SS Brothers Pizza, LLC.
The first location is expected to open within 12 months, with two additional stores planned over the following two years, though the exact locations have not yet been announced.
According to Marcos, Masabathula got his start in the industry delivering pizzas for Papa John’s, always dreamed of owning his own pizza franchise. While he briefly pivoted to a career in IT, he quickly realized that his passion and long-term vision lived in the community connections of the pizza business.
“Marco’s stood out to us because of its commitment to operational excellence and quality ingredients”
“Pizza never left my mind,” said Masabathula. “Marco’s stood out to us because of its commitment to operational excellence and quality ingredients – something we saw firsthand after visiting multiple stores and meeting other franchisees. There’s a lot of brand loyalty here in Maryland, and Marco’s is primed for even more growth.”
Vaddi brings two decades of experience in financial services, creating the perfect complementary partnership with Masabathula’s operational background. Together, they aim to open their first Marco’s Pizza location within 12 months, followed by their second in 18 months and the third in 24 months – all within the Germantown area.
“Our vision is to build something lasting – a family legacy that also serves the local community,” said Vaddi. “Marco’s offered the right model, strong support, and room to grow in a market that’s still wide open.”
“We’re proud to welcome Sri and Sasi to the Marco’s family,” said Gerardo Flores, Chief Development Officer of Marco’s Pizza. “Their passion, business acumen, and commitment to quality reflect exactly the kind of operators we are excited to have be a part of the brand. We look forward to supporting their journey as they introduce Marco’s to a new community.”
