A Goldfish Swim School franchisee just received a major industry honor. And the story behind the award is worth knowing. BHB Group, led by partners Katie Lee, Brian Bayer, and Hope Bayer, was named the 2026 Most...
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PostNet Awarded 32 Franchises in 2025. Here’s What the Numbers Actually Show.
PostNet had a strong year in 2025. The printing and shipping franchise brand awarded 32 franchises across its network — and opened 14 new locations. Those are real numbers worth looking at. Breaking Down the 32...
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Mike’s Red Tacos Franchise is Going National
A San Diego birria brand is making a big move. In this case, it’s Mike’s Red Tacos that just announced a national franchise initiative, an expansion, and they already have over 200 locations in development...
The Problem Solvers Caucus Backs the American Franchise Act
The bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus just endorsed the American Franchise Act (H.R.5267). This matters for franchise owners across America. The Numbers Tell the Story Franchise businesses employ 8.8 million workers...
24HR Sliding Door Repair to Expand via Franchising
Dmitry Ponomariov started 24HR Sliding Door Repair with zero industry experience. Just hard work. Persistence. A commitment to customer service. Now he’s taking that business nationwide. 24HR Sliding Door Repair...
Noubalm Enters UK Franchise Market with Organic Skincare Concept
Noubalm Franchise News Update The Noubalm Franchise Brand Noubalm combines medical-grade organic skincare with therapeutic aromatherapy. Its products are plant-based and chemical-free. The brand focuses on holistic...
USA Ninja Challenge Goes Coast-to-Coast After Historic Year
Franchise News Update USA Ninja Challenge has grown their franchise system to 46 open locations nationwide. According to President Dale Grant, 2025 served as a “breakthrough year” that established a strong...
Mellow Mushroom’s Tech-Forward Approach Sets Stage for 2026 Franchise Growth
Mellow Mushroom wrapped up 2025 with impressive operational upgrades and a clear expansion roadmap. The psychedelic pizza franchise focused on kitchen technology, back-office efficiency, and guest engagement, laying the...
Playa Bowls Showing Strong Franchise Growth with 200 New Franchise Agreements Signed
The Playa Bowls franchise is having a big year. The superfruit bowl franchise opened 85 new locations in 2025. They also signed agreements for more than 200 future shops. Growth-wise, the numbers tell an interesting...
Tierra Encantada Franchise Expands Nationwide as Spanish Immersion Childcare Demand Grows
Tierra Encantada, and unique franchise business I didn’t even know existed, is accelerating its national expansion. The Spanish immersion early education franchise is opening new centers across multiple states as...
JunkStart Disrupts Junk Hauling Franchising with Pay-By-Weight Pricing Model
The franchise junk removal industry is about to get shaken up. JunkStart, a San Antonio-based franchisor, just announced an aggressive expansion plan targeting 100-125 franchisees. Their angle? They’re the only...
Dutch Bros Coffee Cranks Up Holiday Sales with Strategic Seasonal Menu Launch
From a Press Release: Dutch Bros Coffee® is making a calculated seasonal play. The drive-thru coffee franchise rolled out its 2025 holiday menu on November 1 across all 1,050+ locations. This is seasonal franchise...
Jungle Driving Taps Tech Leader Cody Kindschuh to Power Scalable, Data-Driven Franchise Growth
Jungle Driving is accelerating its technology roadmap under Director of Technology Cody Kindschuh, aligning tools and systems to streamline franchise operations and enhance student safety outcomes. The teen driver’s...
Cruise Planners Boosts it’s Travel Franchise Technology
Cruise Planners unveiled a slate of travel franchise technology upgrades at its annual convention aboard Wonder of the Seas. These tools are free for its network. They aim to streamline workflows, boost efficiency, and...
