Franchise Industry News & Announcements
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The Laundry Luv expansion in Abilene, Texas is a tangible example of the opportunity the franchise company sees in the laundromat industry and its strategy of building luxurious, family-centered locations in strategic markets.
Potbelly, the neighborhood sandwich shop known for its great food and good vibes, is opening in Middleton, Wisconsin on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at the Greenway Station Shopping Center.
Robeks Launches Matcha Moments, a New Platform Bringing Bold Flavor to Matcha's Calm, Focused Energy
Matcha has held its place in wellness rituals for centuries, and Robeks is giving guests a fresh, flavor-forward way to make it part of theirs.
Dave & Buster’s officially announces the grand opening of its newest location in Bristol at 567 Pinnacle Parkway, Bristol, TN 37620, on Monday, October 12.
Potbelly is giving Perks members a craveable way to add extra flavor and crunch to their early-October orders.
Capriotti’s® Sandwich Shop continues expanding in Alabama with its newest store in Town Madison.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) today named Aaron Wiswell, owner of Aroma Joe’s locations across Maine, New Hampshire and Florida, as a 2026 Franchisee of the Year.
Capriotti’s® Sandwich Shop is continuing its renewed commitment to the Colorado Springs community with the grand reopening of its Cheyenne Road location at 140 E. Cheyenne Road, Suite 110 in Creekwalk on Tuesday, October 13.
The Brothers That Just Do Gutters announced today its expansion into Canada, marking the brand’s first international market and creating new franchise opportunities for Canadian entrepreneurs.
TruGolf Holdings, Inc. (“TruGolf”) (NASDAQ: TRUG) closed its acquisition (the “Transaction”) of Polymath Research Inc.
Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery owned by OHG Brands, have officially announced the opening of a new co-branded location in Clarksville, TN.
PrideStaff is pleased to announce it has been named to the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400 for the eighth consecutive year.
AlphaGraphics has been named to the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400, ranking No. 190 with more than $330 million in systemwide sales.
Olney residents are getting a faster way to satisfy their wing cravings.
The Wendy's Company will release its third quarter 2026 results before the market opens on Thursday, November 5.
everbowl® is bringing its craft superfood bowls, smoothies and toasts to Massachusetts’ North Shore, celebrating its Grand Opening on October 9 in Beverly.
Pokeworks is serving up something extra all October long with a lineup of limited-time offers.

Spooky season is heating up at Penn Station Sandwiches with the return of a fiery fan favorite.
Captain D's has surprised a Scottsboro, Alabama, woman with the trip of a lifetime - a family cruise to Alaska!
The International Franchise Association (IFA) recently named Jennifer Ashcraft, owner of Capriotti's Sandwich Shop in Alabama, as a 2026 Franchisee of the Year.
Americans are living longer than ever, but not necessarily better.
Build-A-Bear Workshop® today introduced Mellow Moodies™.
UNITS® Moving and Portable Storage has been named to the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400.
Dave's Hot Chicken today announced the opening of its 500th restaurant in Phoenix, AZ, on October 8.
Century 21 Real Estate LLC is fortifying its brand presence in southern Arizona with the latest addition of Indie Realty, a five-year-old brokerage with 53 agents in Tucson.
Viren Patel has signed a franchise agreement to open The Flying Biscuit Café in Greenville, N.C.
Proforma recently hosted its 2026 Owner Advisory Council (OAC), Executive, and Leadership Teams in Cleveland, uniting Distributor Owners and senior executives for a dynamic event focused on connection, strategy, and innovation.
Service Experts has made its debut on the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400, ranking No. 117 in its first appearance on the annual list.

Eggs Up Grill continued to attract experienced multi-unit franchise operators in the third quarter of 2026.
Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) will release 2026 third quarter results prior to the market open on Thursday, October 22, 2026.
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