The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

New hotel brand stayAPT Suites is providing U.S. travelers with an unmatched hotel experience as the venture launches nationwide this fall beginning with their first location, which opened October 1 in Goldsboro, N.C.

RE/MAX, LLC announced that the global real estate franchisor sold 509 franchises, renewed 621 franchises worldwide and welcomed North Macedonia into the RE/MAX family.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the opening of the 1,600-room Grand Hyatt Jeju in South Korea, the largest Hyatt hotel in Asia Pacific.

The team at Good Oaks Home Care in Bournemouth and Poole have been spreading joy this week with surprise festive deliveries.

The Aaron's Company, Inc. partnered with former NFL stars Warrick Dunn and Kurt Warner this fall to bring first-class furnishings to five "Homes for the Holidays"

As LaRosa’s continues to build its brand in Central Kentucky, having entered Lexington along with Skyline in May 2019 with its Richmond Road/Lexington full-service, dine-in and carry-out restaurant.

Hyatt Place Tulsa/Downtown announced its official opening. The new hotel is the first Hyatt Place hotel in downtown Tulsa.

Mountain Mike’s Pizza is proud to announce that 14 North Bay locations have banded together to offer free pizzas to local educators on Wednesday, December 23.

Electronics repair shop uBreakiFix opened on Monday, Dec. 14, in Holland at 6819 Spring Valley Drive.

Virgil Bowling is pleased to announce the launch of his new senior-focused house care business - TruBlue Total House Care of Cypress.

Jazzercise, the first-ever dance fitness franchise founded by Judi Sheppard Missett in 1969, is still shaking things up over 50 years later.

BidExecs is pleased to offer a hands-on approach for business schools across the country to help students learn how the multi-trillion dollar public and private sector contracting industry works.

Roto-Rooter, North America’s largest provider of plumbing and drain repair services, recently announced the results of their new Thought Leader Survey.

Julie Vincent is pleased to announce the launch of her new handyman and house care company - TruBlue Total House Care of West Las Vegas.

Nexterus is proud to announce that Ryan J. Polakoff has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer (COO), overseeing day-to-day operations.

Parent company of the trailblazing franchise concept, ONE Cannabis Group (OCG Inc.), finalized a merger agreement with Item 9 Labs Corp.

Focus Brands® announced newly appointed executive brand management and marketing leadership to oversee the strategic direction of some of its brands and continue to drive brand relevance and market share. 

Elements Massage®, the nation’s leading massage brand that personalizes every massage to meet client’s needs, opened a new studio in Woburn, MA.

BrightStar Care announced the opening of its newest location in Carroll and Frederick County.

German Doner Kebab has this week opened its 50th restaurant in the UK.

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, the leading Hawaii-based franchise, opened its 207th location yesterday in Waco.

Kisses From Italy Inc. has announced the launch of a strategic franchising initiative that will expand the brand throughout key regions in the United States and Canada.

For the second year in a row, Litmos recognized the home-based travel agency franchise Dream Vacations for continued excellence of its travel agent training program

Dickey's Barbecue Pit is continuing to develop new locations in their home state as they announce their latest move to develop an expansive location in the Houston, TX suburb of Clear Lake.

MOD Super Fast Pizza Holdings announced it has added its tenth franchise partner, DBMC Restaurants, LLC (“DBMC”) who will develop 30 stores over the next seven years.

Paris Baguette is giving consumers around the country even more reason to wear their favorite ugly sweaters this holiday season.

Koala Insulation was named to Franchise Dictionary Magazine’s list of the “20 Brands to Watch” in their Game Changer’s 2020 edition.

World Gym International, the iconic global fitness brand, announced today that it has started beta-testing World Gym Anywhere™, a new on-demand fitness training platform.

TeamLogic IT, a franchise network of managed IT service providers, is set to post double-digit 2020 networkwide sales growth over 2019.

Jack in the Box has announced the arrival of their latest chicken offering - The Cluck Sandwich.

Senior Helpers®, the nation's premier provider of in-home senior care, today announced the company was named to Franchise Dictionary Magazine's TOP 100 Game Changers for 2020 list.

Sotheby's International Realty today announced that Majestic Realty Caribbean Limited in the country of Antigua and Barbuda is the newest member of its global network.

Rent-A-Center, Inc. has been ranked as one of the top 50 large companies across North America with the Best Company Culture for 2020, according to Comparably.

Denny’s Corporation (NASDAQ: DENN) today announced that it has entered into a third amendment to its amended and restated credit facility.

Fitness Machine Technicians, specialists in the maintenance and repair of exercise equipment for commercial and residential customers, opens in the Los Angeles Coast-area.

Neighborly® has been named to Inc.’s inaugural Best in Business list in the Enduring Impact category.

School of Rock, in partnership with Universal Music Group, Hollywood Records and Edgeout Records, will host the Winter of Rock Festival on Dec. 19 for the public.

Sunshine Fitness Growth Holdings, LLC today announced its 100th Planet Fitness club opening with new locations simultaneously opening in South Carolina and North Carolina.

Kisses From Italy, the Italian deli franchise with a American flare, has announced the launch of new line of retail products now available in select stores.

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, North America’s leading family camping and glamping franchise, reported the largest single-month sales increase in its 51-year history in October.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit announced today that the company has promoted Carissa De Santis from vice president of information technology to chief information officer.

Mr. Electric®, a Neighborly® company, announced its franchise network’s top performers of 2019 during Neighborly United.

Paul Davis Restoration is a leading provider of fire, water, mold, storm, and biohazard emergency and restoration services for residential and commercial properties.

Creative Colors International, the nation’s leading on-site repair and restoration franchise, recently partnered with SilverRock Automotive to be its authorized vendor.

Noodles & Company announced that it is testing new ravioli and tortelloni dishes at 21 locations across Colorado, Illinois, and Ohio.

United Real Estate - a division of United Real Estate Group (UREG) - announced its merger with Virtual Properties Realty (VPR).

Mr. Appliance®, a Neighborly® company, announced its franchise network’s top performers of 2019 during Neighborly United.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC announced today that Star Properties of the Florida Keys based in Key Largo, Fla., has affiliated with the BHGRE® brand.

Hollas has an engineering degree from Texas A&M and before becoming a Maaco franchisee, he spent twenty years in the technology industry, traveling the world as VP of Sales for a small computer software company.

Metal Supermarkets announced today that it is riding this wave of progress to move ahead with a strategic franchise growth initiative that will expand its presence to 150 locations by 2024.

TaxAssist Accountants has signed its first Area Representative Agreement with President Hal Gross.

Jimmy's Egg® LLC, is making it easy and safe to enjoy good food during corporate and family gatherings.

Fitness Machine Technicians today announces it has been named a Top 100 Game Changer by Franchise Dictionary Magazine, for the third year in a row.

In a year where COVID-19 has devastated small businesses and fractured franchisee-franchisor relationships, Lice Clinics of America franchisees are expressing high satisfaction rates.

The creators of All County® Property Management today are proud to announce they are expanding service to the North Texas area.

This year, Mathnasium was honored to be named to Franchise Business Review's "Culture 100" list as a top 100 franchise with the best culture. 

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

Luby's, Inc. announced that the Company has entered into an agreement to franchise 13 of its currently Company owned Fuddruckers stores to Black Titan Holdings, LLC.

After a difficult year full of hardships for all, Taco Bell knows fans could use the warmth and tradition that only Nacho Fries bring to the table.

Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) today announced selected business results and a withdrawal of financial guidance for the second quarter of fiscal 2021.

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers announced the opening of its milestone 400th location.

BODYBAR Pilates (BODYBAR) announced the appointment of Bill Taylor as Vice President of Franchise Development and Operations, and Nancy Baio as Director of Franchise Development.

K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel of Houston opened its luxury dog hotel and resort at 12145 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX on Dec. 12.

Hilton developed industry-leading guest innovations, reached significant growth milestones and continued to positively impact communities around the world.