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Franchisee Freedom Act Bill Reintroduced: A Step Towards Fairness For Franchisees
Small business owners who enter into franchise agreements with large corporations may soon have more protection. How? Because of the reintroduction of the Franchisee Freedom Act by Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (IL-09)...
Navigating the 2025 Tax Season: Insights from Padgett’s FOCUS Tax Seminar For It’s Franchisees
As the 2025 tax season approaches, tax professionals and small business owners alike are seeking clarity on the latest tax changes and policies, including amendments to the 2025 federal tax brackets That’s why...
Spring-Green Franchise In Middletown, PA Gets New Owners
Spring-Green Lawn Care is proud to announce that Codie Culley and Ashleigh Foor have officially taken ownership of the well-established Spring Green franchise in Middletown, PA. With over 13 years of experience in the...
Huddle House Announces Record-Breaking 20-Unit Franchise Deal
Huddle House, a beloved all-day breakfast franchise known for its freshly prepared, home-style meals, is making waves with a historic 20-unit franchise deal across Texas. This landmark deal is the largest in the...
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Gets New CEO
Tropical Smoothie Cafe, a leader in the fast-casual dining sector, has announced a significant leadership change. They now have a new CEO. Max Wetzel, a seasoned veteran in the restaurant industry known for steering...
Honoring Veterans: Celebrating National Veterans Small Business Week 2024
As National Veterans Small Business Week (NVSBW) approaches, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), led by Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman, is gearing up for a series of events from November 11-15, 2024...
Paris Baguette’s Sweet Success Includes Rapid Franchise Unit Growth
Check out this story about Paris Baguette’s success as a global bakery-café. For starters, this food franchise now has over 4,000 locations worldwide, and is experiencing phenomenal growth in North America...
Upcoming Franchise Expo Austin Features 125+ Franchises
Get ready, Texas entrepreneurs! The time is now. MFV Expositions and Comexposium, renowned leaders in connecting the franchising world with eager franchise business enthusiasts, are gearing up for their next big event:...
How The Melting Pot Restaurant Franchise Is Driving Growth In A Big Way
The Melting Pot restaurant, a popular 92-unit fondue franchise, has recently concluded a quarter marked by celebration, transformation, and recognition. Melting Pot Restaurant Franchise: The ‘Convert Your...
JETSET Pilates Franchise Expands into SoHo: A New Era in Boutique Fitness
The highly anticipated opening of JETSET Pilates franchise in SoHo marks a pivotal moment for the brand, as it ventures into one of the world’s foremost hubs for fashion, fitness, and culture. This launch is part...
10,000 More Subway Restaurants To Open: Global Expansion Continues
Subway®, one of the world’s leading restaurant brands, is making significant strides in its global growth strategy, aiming to expand its footprint with 10,000 more restaurants expected to open. Continue reading...
The 2024 IFA Franchisee Survey Is Out: Here Are The Key Insights
The recently released 2024 International Franchise Association (IFA) Franchisee Survey, conducted by FRANdata, sheds light on the current economic landscape for franchised businesses. And while signs of moderating...
U.S. Inflation Falls To 3-Year Low: A Turning Point For The U.S. Economy?
In a significant economic development, U.S. inflation has fallen to a 3-year low. According to the latest numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, prices rose by 2.5% over the 12 months ending in August, down from...
Little Caesars Marks 65 Years With Expansive Growth Across the U.S.
Little Caesars, the world’s third-largest pizza chain, is celebrating its 65th Anniversary with a remarkable period of growth. Specifically, the company has signed numerous new multi-unit development agreements...
‘Small Business’ Billboard On Times Square Targets ABC Presidential Debate Moderators
(Image from the New York Post/Goldman Sachs) As we approach the 1st 2024 Presidential Debate between Vice-President Harris and you know who on September 10th, a significant initiative has emerged in Times Square...
Krispy Kreme’s New Dr Pepper® Doughnut Collection Launches
As the football season approaches, Krispy Kreme is teaming up with Dr Pepper to bring fans a treat that’s sure to score big. That’s right, according to the folks at Krispy Kreme headquarters, beginning today...
Sky Zone Expands Again
Sky Zone, a leader in indoor active entertainment, is set to significantly expand its footprint with the opening of eight new locations across the New York metropolitan area, Pennsylvania, Virginia, California, and the...
Get Ready for Franchise Expo South, 2024: A Must-Attend Event for Future Franchisees
The excitement is building as MFV Expositions and Comexposium prepare for the highly anticipated Franchise Expo South 2024, taking place on September 6-7 at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale...
Taco Bell Opens Early Retirement Community In San Diego: The Cantinas
Taco Bell is really shaking things up. How? With Taco Bell Cantinas. With its latest innovative experience: Taco Bell, The Cantinas, is a unique “early retirement” community designed to celebrate the laid...
Linden Creek Expanding Nationwide With New Franchising Program
Linden Creek, a Raleigh-based interior design and home staging firm, is starting to make significant strides in its mission to expand across the United States. With the recent launch of its franchising program, the...
SBA Releases Business Resilience Guide Just In Time For Hurricane Season
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has unveiled its new Business Resilience Guide, a thorough resource designed for small business owners who may lack familiarity with disaster preparedness. The guide...
Potbelly Sandwich Works Brings Its Flavors To The Pentagon
Potbelly Sandwich Works, the beloved neighborhood sandwich shop, has officially opened its doors at the Pentagon, marking a significant expansion of its presence on military installations. This new restaurant location...
Franchise Direct Unveils New Guide: “Franchising Tips for Aspiring Entrepreneurs”
Franchise Direct has unveiled its latest franchise guide titled “Franchising Tips for Aspiring Entrepreneurs.” This comprehensive resource provides an in-depth look at franchising, covering its benefits, the...
Franchising Saved! NLRB Drops 2024 Co-Employer Appeal
The NLRB just dropped its co-employer appeal/challenge to a judicial decision that invalidated a regulation. This regulation would have classified numerous corporations as employers of specific contracted and franchise...
Dream Vacations Offering 3 Free Franchise Businesses To Qualified Veterans In 2024
3 Free Franchise Businesses Are Being Given Away Leading travel agency franchise, Dream Vacations, is once again extending a unique opportunity to military veterans through its prestigious “Operation Vetrepreneur:...
Franchisee Complaints: FTC Drops New Guidance That Safeguards Franchise Owners Against Unfair Practices By Franchisors
In a landmark move, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched a comprehensive initiative that addresses franchisee complaints as well as unjust and misleading practices within the franchise industry. In a...
NFIB Small Business Optimism Index: Results For June, 2024
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index hit its peak for 2024 in June, reaching 91.5, a slight increase from the previous month. This marks the 30th consecutive month below the historical average of 98. That said, small...
Marco’s Pizza Is Bringing the Taste Of America To Mexico
Marco’s Pizza, a rapidly growing pizza franchise in the United States, is officially expanding in Mexico. The brand’s first franchised location in the country has opened its doors in the Polanco neighborhood...
The Franchise King vs. The ‘Responsible Franchising’ Initiative
A video about the Responsible Franchising Initiative: I mostly support the new “Responsible Franchising” initiative put forth by Matthew Haller, CEO of the IFA. Why? Because it has a lot of good things in it...
2024 Franchise Innovation Awards Winners Announced
Franchise Update Media has revealed the winners of the 2024 Franchise Innovation Awards. These awards recognize franchise brands that have implemented the most creative and effective innovation strategies and tactics...
Martinizing Franchise Launches 75th Anniversary Celebration
Martinizing Cleaners, the oldest dry cleaning franchise brand, recently celebrated its 75th anniversary, during which it unveiled an updated logo to reflect the brand’s longevity. A Journey Through Time Martinizing®...
Are These Yoga Franchising Trends A Stretch? A Report
Let’s talk about the yoga franchising sector, along with some of the trends taking shape this year. The Yoga Franchising Landscape From an emphasis on intense heated workouts (hot yoga) to unique hybrid offerings...
Powerful New ‘Conversion Division’ Launched By French Florist Franchise
Sowing a seed, the French Florist franchise has launched a new “Conversion Division” to help independent florist shop owners achieve bumper growth. The Los Angeles, CA-based franchise organization offers transformative...
Are Restaurant Robotics The Answer To $20 Per Hour Humans?
I want to delve into a topic that has been making waves in the food industry: restaurant robotics. Why? Because the fast casual and fast food franchise sectors are facing the challenges posed by increasing labor...
TruGolf Swings Into Franchising
Since its inception in 1983, TruGolf has been ardently devoted to propelling the golf industry forward with innovative indoor golf solutions. That said, the company’s mission is to craft products that capture the...
Blazing A Trail With 5 New Signature Pizzas
Blaze Pizza, the beloved fast-casual artisanal pizza chain, is shaking up their menu in a big way this year. The pizza brand, renowned for its made-to-order pies and commitment to quality ingredients, is rolling out a...
The Top 500 Restaurant Chains According To Datassential
Datassential, the preeminent global food and beverage intelligence platform bridging the gap between consumers and the industry, has recently unveiled its findings for the 2024 top 500 restaurant chains. In their latest...
Does The New ‘Responsible Franchising’ Initiative Have Any Teeth?
Before I dive into whether or not the “Responsible Franchising” initiative put together by The International Franchising Association (IFA), will make franchising better, you first need to know what it is...
SeoSamba FMOS: Revolutionizing The Online Presence Of Multi-Location Franchise Businesses
In the always-shifting franchise marketing space, localization isn’t just a strategy; it’s the cornerstone of success for franchisees. Enter SeoSamba, a trailblazer in the multi-location and franchise...
Fast Casual Food Franchise Relaunches
(Marketing client) After a remarkable fifteen-year hiatus, during which they successfully launched two other franchise concepts (one of which is now publicly traded on the Nasdaq), the visionary founders of Nothing But...
Discontinued: Panera’s Controversial, Amped-Up Lemonade
Panera Bread has announced that it will be discontinuing its “Charged Lemonade (Sips)” beverages, which have been linked to at least two wrongful death lawsuits due to their elevated caffeine levels. The...
Marco’s Pizza® Continues It’s Franchise Expansion With Big Ohio Development Agreement
Marco’s Pizza®, a rapidly expanding pizza chain in the United States, has announced a significant development agreement involving 15 units in Ohio. In a nutshell, this big franchise development agreement further...
Are Interest Rate Cuts Coming To A Bank Near You?
Let’s talk about interest rates. And potential rate cuts. According to an article published on CNN in January of this year, “The central bank has raised rates 11 times since March 2022 in a bid to...
The 2024 International Franchise Expo Returns To NYC From May 30-June 1
Prepare yourself for an unparalleled opportunity as the 2024 International Franchise Expo (IFE) returns to the Javits Center in New York City from May 30 to June 1. Organized by MFV Expositions and Comexposium, this...
Pickleball Convention Coming To Las Vegas In June
The exhilaration in the Pickleball world is palpable. That’s because a national Pickleball convention is coming to Las Vegas! That’s right, this first-ever Pickleball convention will be held from June 6-June...
Paws, Sip, Repeat: Pups Pub’s National Franchise Expansion Is Fur Real
Pups Pub, a locally well-known dog bar in both Tampa and Orlando, is embarking on a pawsitively ambitious venture to expand its brand through strategic franchising across the United States. With its off-leash indoor and...
Senator Manchin Steps Up To Help Overturn The NLRB Joint Employer Ruling That Would Hurt Franchising
In a significant move, U.S. Senator Manchin (D-WV) has lauded the Senate’s approval of the bipartisan Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution aimed at reversing the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB)...
BrightStar Care Receives Award For Best Multimedia Campaign
BrightStar Care®, the foremost provider of home care and medical staffing services across the nation, has recently been honored with the esteemed ASPECT Award presented by Aging Media. This award, bestowed in the Home...
Nora Mental Health Franchise Brings Vital Services To Reno, Nevada
A Mental Health franchise ? The Nora Mental Health Counseling Franchise , a leading provider of comprehensive mental health services (using the franchise business model), has news for the residents of Reno, Nevada. The...
SBA Offers Lifeline to Small Businesses Impacted by Baltimore Port Disruption
In the wake of the devastating collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore resulting in the disruption of port activities, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has stepped in to provide a lifeline...
Starting Today: Fast Food Workers In California Will Earn $20 An Hour
The fast food industry in California is undergoing a significant change today (April 1st, 2024). That’s because a new law comes into effect, guaranteeing fast food workers a minimum wage of $20 per hour. Fast Food...