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In February of 2022, Tamika and Martin Neal opened the doors of the brand-new Minuteman Press franchise in Libertyville, IL.
SpringGreen recently hosted a Manager Training session at its Support Center in Plainfield.
Potbelly is turning up the toastiness all week long for National Meatball Day with a buy-one, get-one-free promotion for Perks members.
Marco’s Pizza, one of the nation’s fastest-growing pizza brands, kicks off 2026 with deliberate development plans following a year of strategic expansion and systemwide investment.
BurgerFi is turning up the heat with a bold, indulgent Szechuan inspired limited-time menu that brings a craveable balance of spicy, tangy, and mouth-tingling flavor to every bit.
Sonal Patel is now expanding her Woodhouse Spas portfolio in the Chicago market.
Century 21 Real Estate LLC is expanding its brand presence in the Chicago metropolitan area with the latest affiliation of Harthside Realtors, Inc. in Midlothian.
Ace Hardware Corporation (“Ace” or the “Company”) today reported fourth quarter 2025 revenues of $2.5 billion, an increase of $226.7 million, or 9.9 percent, from the fourth quarter of 2024.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) today endorsed sixteen bipartisan candidates ahead of their March primary elections.
Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream will spotlight a different local nonprofit each month, giving franchisees a consistent way to support causes tied to families and their own communities.
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Hyatt Hotels Corporation ("Hyatt," "the Company," "we," "us," or "our") (NYSE: H) today reported fourth quarter and full year 2025 results.
Marco’s Pizza has been recognized by FRANdata for its performance and lender friendliness, earning a 2025 FUND® Score that ranks in the Top 10 of all evaluated franchise brands nationwide.
Slim Chickens, a leading fast-casual franchise in the better-chicken segment, has opened its first location in the Republic of Ireland.
FASTSIGNS®, the leader in the custom signs and visual solutions industry, recently held its 2026 FASTSIGNS International Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Bambu announced a new location inside Walmart, opening January 14.
  • Feb 9th, 2026
  • By: Bambu
  • 747    0
Hawaiian Bros is opening its first island-inspired location in Glenwood, Ill.
Zaxbys®, the rapidly expanding QSR chicken brand famous for its quality Chicken Fingerz™, wings and signature sauces, enters 2026 with historic momentum.
  • Feb 5th, 2026
  • By: Zaxbys
  • 2351    0
Ford’s Garage is thrilled to announce its official entrance into the Hawkeye state through a new multi-unit development agreement with Quad Assembly LLC, led by franchisee Mike Conatser.
Football frenzy will be fading, but Potbelly fans won’t be quiet for long as the neighborhood sandwich shop returns a big-time fan favorite.
Heading into it’s 50th season, SpringGreen held its National Advisory Council (NAC) meeting on Monday and Tuesday, January 26-27, at the Bolingbrook Golf Club in Bolingbrook, Illinois.
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Zaxbys®, the rapidly growing Georgia-based QSR franchise famous for its Chicken Fingerz™, wings, and 12 signature sauces, is bringing its Southern Hospitality to St. Louis and Columbia, Missouri.
  • Jan 30th, 2026
  • By: Zaxbys
  • 3427    0
Central Bark reported systemwide sales results for the 2025 fiscal year, reflecting continued customer demand across its operating locations.
Celebree School enters 2026 with strong momentum following a year of meaningful growth, national recognition, and key operational milestones.
Assisted Living Locators today announced the opening of its new North Shore and Northwest Suburbs office serving families throughout the greater Chicagoland area.
On Valentine’s Day this year, everyone can eat their heart out at Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream.
Slim Chickens announced today the opening of its newest San Antonio location.
Ace Hardware has been named one of the nation’s top brands for customer service, earning a ranking of No. 36 overall on the Forbes 2026 Best Customer Service list.
Potbelly is celebrating 49 toasty years of serving craveable sandwiches, good vibes and neighborhood connections…and it’s inviting everyone to the party.
Code Ninjas is expanding its footprint in Illinois with a newly signed franchise agreement for two locations serving the O’Fallon and Edwardsville communities.

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