The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Sotheby's International Realty today announced that WP Realty in the country of South Korea is the newest member of its global network.

A recent survey released by Express Employment Professionals revealed 71% of hiring decision-makers agree social media is an effective screening tool for job applicants.

City Wide, the nation’s leading management company in the building maintenance industry, has left its mark on a year that posed many challenges for all.

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the signing of the latest Curio Collection branded hotel in Mexico.

Express Employment Professionals CEO Bill Stoller announces the appointment of the company's first-ever Chief Sales and Marketing Officer (CSMO) and a promotion of a long-time executive to COO.

RE/MAX, LLC, announced the addition of nine companies to the RE/MAX Approved Supplier program, a list of vetted organizations providing business services to the RE/MAX network.

CompuChild is proud to announce that it has been recognized as the "Best Low-Cost Franchise to Buy" in the Franchise Business Review of 2020.

Bloomin’ Blinds, the leading window treatment franchise, opened its first franchise in South Portland in early December, marking aggressive expansion efforts in nearby metro areas.

Mountain Mike’s Pizza is excited to announce the opening of its new Cloverdale location.

Slim Chickens is closing out 2020 with a bang: the brand has inked multi-unit franchise agreements for 150 units this year.

Afshin Cangarlu, CEO of Stratus Building Solutions, the nation’s leading green commercial cleaning franchise, is actively working with the International Franchise Association.

El Pollo Loco, Inc. announced the return of its fan favorite Pollo Fit Bowls with a delicious twist, just in time to get back to your best self in the new year.

Hyatt today announced that UrCove, the new hospitality brand developed under a joint venture between Hyatt and BTG Homeinns Hotel Group affiliates, opened its first five properties.

Club Pilates, the nation's largest premium boutique Pilates brand, announced today a multi-year partnership with gymnast and wellness advocate Aly Raisman.

Take 5 Oil Change, home of the stay-in-your-car 10-minute oil change with over 550 locations throughout North America, won three coveted Brandon Hall Group awards.

Locally, The Joint Chiropractic - Southwest Arlington is now open, offering accessible and convenient chiropractic services.

Stretch Zone announced that Tony Zaccario has been named President and CEO of Stretch Zone.

H&R Block tax pros also have the latest knowledge to help people simplify their taxes, maximize their refunds, and navigate any unique challenges due to the pandemic.

Scenthound, a wellness-focused, membership-based dog grooming business, welcomes Christian Betancourt as newest member of their franchise leadership team.

Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions (Filta) has added Andrea Cook to the position of national director of business development.

Pizza Guys is excited to launch two new menu items: the Impossible™ Beef BBQ pizza and the Impossible™ Artichoke Pesto pizza.

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop, known for its award-winning, hand-crafted sandwiches, is continuing its rapid growth in new markets across the country.

TruGreen, the nation's leading lawn care provider, recaps another year of giving through their partnerships with First Tee and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Scenthound is on a mission to keep dogs healthy and clean nationwide and is opening its first North Carolina location in Apex on January 2.

Huey Magoo’s announces the grand opening today of its first restaurant in Mississippi in McComb, President and CEO Andy Howard announces.

This time of year is one to reflect on the past and look toward the future with anticipation and excitement.

Creative Colors International Inc. can help rental car companies confidently keep their cars in superior condition during this unique time.

Strickland Brothers 10 Minute Oil Change is thrilled to announce their newest franchise owners, father and son, Randy and Zachary Niessner.

Muscle Maker, Inc. announced the re-opening of one of its recently purchased franchise-owned locations in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan.

Assisted Living Locators is offering help to keep seniors safe with "free" home care consultations and senior referral/placement service.

Scooter’s Coffee, best known for its convenient drive-thru specialty coffee and baked-from-scratch pastries, added a new drive-thru location at 125 SE Oralabor Road in Ankeny.

Take 5 Oil Change® has always been known for its unique, fast, customer-friendly stay-in-your-car service model.

The CPR Cell Phone Repair Network is pleased to announce two new franchise locations opening up in Southern California.

Stratus Building Solutions is proud to announce strong growth in 2020 despite a pandemic that caused economic hardships for so many companies.

Bloomin’ Blinds, a leading window treatment franchise, continues to innovate and enhance the customer experience through the recent roll out of its Window Treatment Visualizer tool.

Throughout November and December, Tommy's Express Car Wash donated 100,000 surface cleaner wipes to local franchise locations.

RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RICK) today announced the signing of the first Franchise Development Agreement for Bombshells Restaurant & Bar.

Screenmobile, “America’s Neighborhood Screen Stores,” announced today that it has been named to Entrepreneur magazine’s list of franchises expected to thrive in 2021. 

For the sixth consecutive season, Wisconsin-based Cousins Subs and the Milwaukee Bucks are teaming up to fight hunger across the state through the Block Out Hunger campaign.

ERA Real Estate, a global franchising leader within the Realogy family of brands, today announced the results of its national #GivingTuesdayERA campaign.

Leading electronics repair shop uBreakiFix is now open in Beaumont at 4031 Dowlen Road.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced that a Hyatt affiliate entered into a franchise agreement with 50 Third Street Owner LP for Park Central San Francisco to join the Hyatt portfolio as an affiliated hotel.

Senior Helpers® announced its Senior Helpers of Northern Colorado location was named winner of Best In-Home Senior Care in Northern Colorado by NOCO Style Magazine.

Participating in charity fundraisers during the holiday season has become a long-standing tradition with the Support Team Members at the Proforma Worldwide Support Centers in Cleveland, OH and Tampa, FL.

Scooter’s Coffee is celebrating the company’s first location in Fort Scott at 2402 South Main Street by giving back to an important cause.

Epcon Franchising welcomed 23 new Franchise Builders in 2020.

Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom is making it easy for families and friends to safely gather for the holidays and create special memories without the added stress of cooking.

2020 is unlikely to go down as one of your favorite years. Unless of course teriyaki is, like, your main thing, in which case 2020 was a banner year.

Local Wendy's® franchisees and operators recently donated $275,000 to Decatur, GA-based organization Camp Sunshine.

Wag N’ Wash Natural Pet Food & Grooming announced its Phoenix location achieved the highest sales volume in Wag N’ Wash history.

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®) has launched the first IHG hotel in East Malaysia, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre.

The parent company of Saladworks announced today it has acquired Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh and Frutta Bowls.

Pet Supplies Plus announced today it will acquire an estimated 40 previously operated Pet Valu locations throughout Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.

Strickland Brothers 10 Minute Oil Change is excited to announce yet another set of  franchise owners in Texas, husband and wife, Sheldon and Amanda Unruh.

Stratus Building Solutions has announced that Chris Wegner, Stratus Building Solutions of Sacramento, is expanding his network by opening the newest Master Franchise location in Sonoma, California.

Dave’s Hot Chicken announced it has inked a franchise agreement with DHC Tarrant County, LLC. to open 12 locations in Tarrant County, Parker County and Burleson.

Daily Jam was named to Franchise Dictionary Magazine’s annual list of the “Top 100 Game Changers” in 2020.

Despite a challenging year for education, Huntington Learning Center has continued to see growth and momentum across its approximately 300 nationwide centers.

Image360 Tampa-Ybor City is bringing streamlined visual communication solutions to customers through a new award-winning platform. 

Express Employment Professionals is expanding globally once again to offer franchise ownership opportunities in Australia and New Zealand.

My Eyelab recently opened its newest locations in Houston, Humble and Cypress, TX on December 14 and 21.

Choppaluna has officially launched its first UK restaurant in Bloomsbury, London.