The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Chicken Salad Chick announced the opening of its newest company-owned restaurant in Crestview Hills, Kentucky.

Pet Supplies Plus has collaborated with Natural Balance® to raise awareness about the incredible and positive impact pets have on active and former military servicemen and women.

El Pollo Loco, Inc. (“El Pollo Loco” or “Company”) (Nasdaq: LOCO), the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, extends its free delivery commitment with Postmates just in time for the holidays.

Assisted Living Locators, a nationwide senior placement and referral service, announced today it is offering free home care consultations in support of Family Caregivers Month this November.

Hudson Hill Capital (“Hudson Hill” or “HHC”), a private investment firm founded by Eric Rosen, announced today that it acquired a majority stake in InXpress Holdings Ltd.

German Doner Kebab has appointed Rich Collie as Head of Project Management to support its ambitious growth strategy.

Meineke Car Care Centers (Meineke), the world’s leading automotive aftermarket franchisor, has been named to Entrepreneur magazine’s “2020 Top Franchises for Veterans” list.

Network In Action (NIA) announced it has signed an agreement with Texas natives, Charles Heinzelman and Justin Kessel for four new NIA franchises in Austin.

The next U.S. president might not be decided, but one thing was clear in Tuesday’s elections: Americans want access to regulated cannabis.

MADabolic has teamed with the National Advisory Group, a division of Dochter & Alexander to introduce a strategic advancement in the brand’s comprehensive site selection process.

Nathan's Famous, Inc. (NASDAQ:NATH) today reported results for the second quarter of its 2021 fiscal year that ended September 27, 2020.

Famous Dave's, the beloved 127-unit barbecue restaurant franchise, is rolling out a Veteran’s Day promotion at all restaurants across the US.

Being first to market has its benefits, and MADabolic is showing just how strong that advantage can be as it continues its rapid expansion.

Planet Fitness, Inc. (NYSE:PLNT) reported financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2020.

Crave Hot Dogs and BBQ has seen extreme growth in 2020. The fast-casual chain is one of the fastest expanding hot dog and BBQ franchises throughout the US.

Noodles & Company (NASDAQ: NDLS) today announced that is has hired John Ramsay as vice president of franchise sales to support the company as they prepare for growth.

cooter’s Coffee, best known for its convenient drive-thru specialty coffee and baked-from-scratch pastries, added a new coffeehouse and drive-thru location at 12300 North May Avenue in Oklahoma City.

Same-park sales at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts soared 21.8% during the third quarter as locked-down families ventured outdoors.

Senior Care Authority®, an Eldercare Consulting and Assisted Living Residential Placement Services franchise, announced today the recent opening of their Kansas City franchise location.

Farmer Boys, the Riverside-based fast casual concept known for its award-winning burgers and exceptional service, will celebrate the Grand Opening of its seventh Riverside location.

Ever since Travis Dickey founded Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in 1941 after serving in World War I, honoring Veterans has been ingrained in the world’s largest barbecue concept’s core.

Mayweather Boxing + Fitness announced the Grand Opening of its Kansas City Studio, hosted by brand creator and boxing legend himself, Floyd Mayweather.

QDOBA Mexican Eats® (QDOBA) continues to grow its non-traditional footprint across universities, airports and other venues where a premium is placed on convenience, speed, quality and value.

Huddle House locations are showing support for those who have and continue to protect our country by serving in the armed forces.

Atomic Wings, the emerging chicken wing concept that serves all-natural, hormone-free wings alongside 16 proprietary flavors, is opening a new location in Manhattan.

Window World®, America’s largest replacement window and exterior remodeling company, is proud to announce its inclusion in one of the franchise industry’s most prestigious lists.

Nékter Juice Bar, America’s freshest juice bar experience, has partnered with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® (CMN Hospitals) on a month-long, national campaign in November.

UNITS® Moving and Portable Storage, a leading moving and portable storage franchise based in the United States, is expanding internationally.

Edible®, the world’s leader in gifts and treats, announced today it has signed an agreement in Danville with esteemed multi-brand operator Paresh Suthar.

theCoderSchool - whose motto is “Learn to code. Change the world.” - held its grand opening on October 24th.

Red Lion Hotels Corporation (“RLHC,” “Red Lion,” the “Company”) (NYSE: RLH), reported third quarter 2020 results and provided an update regarding financial and operational activities.

As the new owner and Instructor of Kumon of Houston – Woodland Heights, Melissa Lee-Doan is now able to continue to watch her own children grow, as well as provide the same opportunity to countless area students.

All 10 Bombshells Restaurant & Bar locations in Texas will provide free meals and soft drinks for veterans and active service members on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2020.

Cousins Subs® announced today the brand raised $10,000 through its Round Up Campaign.

PrideStaff, a national, franchised staffing organization, is pleased to announce that they were ranked number 38 on Staffing Industry Analysts’ 2020 Largest Industrial Staffing Firms in the United States.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation ("Hyatt" or the "Company") (NYSE: H) today reported third-quarter 2020 financial results.

RE/MAX Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: RMAX), parent company of RE/MAX, announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.22 per share of Class A common stock.

Firehouse Subs announces the grand opening of its first location in Andalusia, Alabama, at 102 MLK Expressway.

Authority Brands, LLC announced today the purchase of Service Team of Professionals (“STOP” or “STOP Restoration”).

Raquedan-Kawaa has now embarked on her next journey in education as the new owner and Instructor of Kumon of Ewa – Villages West.

Quaker Steak & Lube® (QSL), one of the nation’s leading family casual-dining chains, is honoring veteran and active-duty military this Veterans Day.

Firehouse Subs Franchisees Eric Erwin, Don Davey and Scott Anthony are thrilled to open the doors to their restaurant in Wauwatosa at 1701 N. Mayfair Rd., on Thursday, November 5.

Allegra Marketing Print Mail has earned a spot on the 2020 Franchise Times’ Top 200+ list among 500 of the largest franchise systems in the United States.

Online Trading Academy recently passed through a milestone of 200,000 student satisfaction reviews.

THE DRIPBaR, a Rhode Island-based franchise serving up vitamins via IV, is targeting Houston for its next wave of expansion.

Firehouse Subs® announces the grand opening of its third location in East Idaho under the ownership of Firehouse Subs Franchisees Chris and Natalie Morris.

Office Evolution is continuing its rapid growth by opening its first Washington location just outside Seattle in the suburb of Bellevue.

Fawad Shaikh was first introduced to Kumon when he enrolled his daughter in the program years ago.

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. ("Hilton" or the "Company") (NYSE: HLT) today reported its third quarter 2020 results.

Aloha Poke, the nation's premier fast-casual poke restaurant concept, announced it is entering into an agreement with REEF's Kitchens.

The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) today reported unaudited results for the third quarter ended September 27, 2020.

The Joint Corp. (NASDAQ: JYNT), the nation’s largest provider of chiropractic care through The Joint Chiropractic® network, announced today its Black Friday offering.

As a father, Foster prioritizes education for his children as much as he does for his students, which is why he decided to enroll his children in the Kumon Math and Reading Program in their home state of Kentucky.

BrightStar Care, one of the nation’s leading private duty home care and medical staffing franchise with more than 340 locations, celebrated achievements during their 2020 Annual BrightStar Care Awards celebration.

Electronics repair shop uBreakiFix is now open in Southlake at 2140 E. Southlake Blvd.

For the second year in-a-row, Boston’s Pizza Restaurant & Sports Bar (Boston’s) has partnered with Operation Once in a Lifetime to help raise funds through its nationwide Dine to Donate event.

Screenmobile, “America’s Neighborhood Screen Stores,” announced it is growing its corporate team with the addition of a new Franchise Development Manager, Ben Torrie.

Roberta O’Keith and Cathy Busch are pleased to announce that they are combining their leadership and business skills to bring first-class leadership development and coaching services to the Kansas City region.

Wingstop Inc. (NASDAQ: WING), the award-winning wing concept, celebrates the opening of its 1,500th restaurant, located at 8675 W. Rome Blvd. in Las Vegas.

FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. announces the opening of its fourth co-branded Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express in Cineleisure Singapore.

With the added stress of teaching during a pandemic - whether in person or virtually - our teachers deserve some extra recognition now more than ever.

Noodles & Company (NASDAQ: NDLS) today announced that Carl Lukach has been named the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, effective November 30, 2020.

Sotheby's International Realty announced Schürrer & Fleischer Immobilien is the newest member of its global network and will now operate as Baden-Württemberg Sotheby's International Realty.

Crunch Franchise plans to open a $5 million, 35,000 square-foot facility with state-of-the-art equipment and amenities in Odessa, TX in January 2021.