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Starbird is strengthening its leadership team by naming Jonathan Zacks as vice president of marketing.
  • Jul 14th, 2026
  • By: Starbird
  • 305    0
BrightStar Care today announced the appointment of Josh Wall as Chief Executive Officer.
Tommy’s Express proudly announces the opening of its first Naperville location.
Swig has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement.
  • Jul 7th, 2026
  • By: Swig
  • 621    0
SYNERGY® HomeCare has announced its newest location in the South Chicago suburbs, SYNERGY HomeCare in Tinley Park.
Phenix Salon Suites continues its expansion across the Midwest with a newly signed two-unit development agreement that will bring new locations to Central Illinois.
with June National Pet Preparedness Month and the kickoff of summer, Woofie’s® is emphasizing its continued focus on franchisee training on safety for pets, owners, groomers, walkers to help keep pets and their people safe.
  • Jun 26th, 2026
  • By: Woofie's
  • 201    0
Potbelly is bringing island-inspired flavor to its menu with the new Fiery Island Chicken Sandwich.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe announced today the opening of a new cafe in Chicago, Illinois.
Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash recently welcomed more than 1,200 franchise owners, store leaders, team members, vendors, and company leadership to its annual Franchisee Summit.
Big Blue Swim School has announced that dozens of its locations across the country will be participating in the 17th annual World’s
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As summer calendars fill up with sporting events, family outings, and weekend adventures, Potbelly is helping bring families together during mealtimes with the return of its popular Kids Eat Free Weekends promotion.
Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream is kicking off the season by teaming up with Pepsi and Mountain Dew to bring families together through iconic flavors, nostalgic moments, and AMERICA250-inspired experiences designed to spark smiles with every visit.
Woofie’s of Lake Country is announcing its grand opening at the Lake Country AA League's DockHounds game at the DockHounds Ballpark on June 22.
  • Jun 18th, 2026
  • By: Woofie's
  • 519    0
Zaxbys® has signed a seven-restaurant development agreement in the Chicagoland area.
  • Jun 18th, 2026
  • By: Zaxbys
  • 452    0
Gregg Majewski, founder and CEO of Craveworthy Brands, was named an EY US Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2026 Midwest Award winner.
BrightStar Care is proud to have been ranked the No. 3 franchise in the Senior Care category in Entrepreneur Magazine’s inaugural Top 10 Industry Franchise Rankings.
76 FENCE Columbus Northwest celebrated its official grand opening on Thursday, June 11, with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the company's headquarters at 8080 Corporate Boulevard in Plain City.
  • Jun 16th, 2026
  • By: 76 FENCE
  • 171    0
SpringGreen recently brought together a select group of top-performing franchise owners for its 2026 Leadership Summit.
JETSET Pilates has surpassed 400 territories sold.
Pop’s Beef spotlighting its multi-generational leadership and continued growth across Illinois and Indiana.
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Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream is expanding into Illinois for the first time with a multi-unit agreement in the Chicago-metropolitan-area.
JETSET Pilates has surpassed 400 territories sold.
As demand for personalized, medical-grade aesthetic services continues to rise nationwide, ALEXIS LAUREN is turning its attention to Illinois.
As consumers increasingly prioritize preventative wellness, personalized aesthetics, and elevated self-care experiences, the medspa industry is undergoing a major evolution, and ALEXIS LAUREN is positioned to be at the center of that change.
BurgerFi is giving guests more reasons to visit throughout the day with the launch of two breakfast-inspired limited time menu items and a new weekday lunch offer.
Ziebart is honoring two deserving fathers with the ultimate automotive refresh just in time for Father's Day.
  • Jun 8th, 2026
  • By: Ziebart
  • 103    0
Ace Hardware Corporation announced changes to the company’s Board of Directors following its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.
SpringGreen recently welcomed another group of franchise owners to its Support Center as part of the continued expansion of its Total Home Pest program.
Potbelly is adding a sweet new treat to its shake lineup this summer with the launch of the new Confetti Cookie Shake.

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