The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Anthony Vu, a veteran of the United States Navy, is pleased to announce the launch of his new professional painting company - Fresh Coat Painters of Anaheim.

Strickland Brothers 10 Minute Oil Change is excited to announce their newest Franchise Owners, husband and wife, Anabel and Mike Allen, out of Houston, Texas.

The Ark Pet Spa & Hotel has expanded into North Alabama with it’s newest location at 7635 Highway 72W, Madison, AL.

Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC, a Realogy (NYSE: RLGY) brand, today announced the new global look and logo for Coldwell Banker Global Luxury®, aligning with the company's 2019 "Project North Star" rebrand.

9Round Franchising, LLC, was recently ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s first Top Growth Franchises list.

Local residential cleaning franchise, The Cleaning Authority Hilton Head, has officially transferred ownership to husband-and-wife team Jim and Teri Pohorsky.

HomeSmart International, one of the leading 100-percent brokerage models in the nation, has launched a new franchise, HomeSmart First Choice Realty, in Tilton, New Hampshire.

Wayback Burgers is reflecting on the first half of 2020 and looking forward to continued expansion and innovation in the later part of the year.

Stratus Building Solutions, the nation's leading green commercial cleaning and janitorial services franchise, has announced that Matt and Amy McCartney are opening the newest Master Franchise location in Orlando, Florida.

Fleet Feet announces today the launch of integrated dynamic pressure mapping as part of the brand's in-store outfitting experience, fit id®.

For a quarter-century, Operation Chill®, 7-Eleven, Inc.'s longest-running community service program, gives local law enforcement an opportunity to make a positive connection with kids through free Slurpee® drink coupons.

First-time Firehouse Subs Franchisees Clint Wallburg, Paul O’Leary and David Haberfeld are thrilled to open the doors to their restaurant in Bristol at 594 Farmington Ave., Unit 42B, on Monday, September 16.

For months, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit and its guests have been honoring those who keep our communities safe through two ongoing promotions - First Responder Packs and First Responder Tribute Big Yellow Cup.

Authority Brands, LLC announced today the purchase of Monster Tree Service. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Starting Sept. 19, guests can say “danke schön” to Dog Haus for bringing back its famed Oktoberwürst.

In honor of National Queso Day, Pancheros Mexican Grill is carrying on its annual tradition of honoring loyalty with royalty and has announced the coronation of its 2020 Queso King.

Saladworks unveiled its newly designed restaurant buildout first at the new Charlotte restaurant on September 9, to be followed by all new restaurant openings thereafter.

Sharon McDougal and her daughter, Ashley Seymour, are pleased to announce the launch of their new family business – TruBlue Total House Care of The Woodlands.

Firehouse Subs announces the grand opening of its second location in Pembroke Pines, Florida, at 10800 Pines Blvd., Ste. 3.

Huddle House, the nation’s iconic neighborhood restaurant and gathering place, is officially opening for business in Pell City.

Famous Toastery has been one of the fastest growing better-breakfast chains in the U.S.

Nathan’s Famous, Inc., the American tradition serving New York favorites for more than 100 years, announced the Dubai launch of its partnership with Kitop.

Foot Solutions, Inc., the premier one-stop-shop for all foot wellness needs, has announced the acquisition of NOENE (pronounced “Know-EEN) America.

PrideStaff has announced that their Fresno office is supporting firefighters and assisting in local fire efforts by making charitable donations on behalf of individuals who submit a qualifying client referral.

Franchising is one way an independent collision repair center owner maintain their independence while benefiting from the power of Maaco Collision Repair and Auto Painting’s nationwide system and nationally known brand.

Visiting Angels, the nation’s leading provider of in-home care, wants to say thank you to their most prized and cherished caregivers by awarding winners of the company’s national “Caregiver Of The Year” Award.

RLH Corporation (NYSE:RLH) announced the appointment of Christopher (Chris) Trick as its Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer effective September 15, 2020.

Blink Fitness is pleased to announce the launch of a new reservation system and capacity tracker allowing members to plan their next visit from the comfort of home.

Del Taco Restaurants, Inc. reported preliminary unaudited sales results for the 12-week period ending September 8, 2020 and provided a liquidity update.

Coolgreens is getting into the seasonal spirit with the debut of a warm new sandwich that’s perfect for the crisp fall weather!

Who says pepperoni pizza has to be a pie? The pepperoni pizza kolache is a customer favorite at Kolache Factory, which makes this a great time to celebrate National Pepperoni Pizza Day!

Juice It Up! is proud to announce the appointment of Carlo Verdugo as Director of Operations and Business Development.

BODYBAR Pilates (BODYBAR) announced that it has signed an agreement to raise the bar in Boston with its first studio opening in New England.

Kinderdance® International Inc. continues to grow and expand their brand by awarding a Bronze level franchise to Julia Groh.

Guests at Corner Bakery can support Habitat for Humanity this season while they enjoy the return of the popular bakery cafe’s fall-inspired menu items.

On a mission to keep dogs clean and healthy, Jupiter-based Scenthound is opening a new location in Boca Raton this month.

Qiigo and Listen360 announced today that they will merge their business operations in an effort to help their customers accelerate growth through digital marketing and customer loyalty solutions

Kinderdance® International Inc. continues to grow and expand their brand by awarding a Gold level franchise to Jessica Griffin.

I Heart Mac & Cheese announced its latest franchisee agreement for a new restaurant planned for the Cypress, Texas area.

Sasquatch Strength is officially headed to Orlando, having recently signed a franchise agreement for one area gym.

Massage Envy, the nation’s No. 1 provider of massage and skin care services in the U.S. across its franchise network, today announced it has selected Julie Cary as the brand’s Chief Marketing & Innovation Officer, effective today.

Sharon Duke Estroff is truly making a difference in her community and beyond. Estroff is a teacher who has created a company that empowers other women, showing them that they too can be business owners.

Firehouse Subs Franchisees Eric Erwin, Don Davey and Scott Anthony are thrilled to open the doors to their restaurant in Menomonee Falls at N92 W16135 Falls Pkwy., on Tuesday, September 15.

PetWellClinic announced today the closing of an investment round funded by Westside Franchise Brands, an investment vehicle for promising new franchise systems.

Assisted Living Locators was recently ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s first Top Growth Franchises list.

Huey Magoo’s will proudly serve even more families and neighborhoods across the Southeast with new franchises coming to Tennessee, South Carolina and Georgia.

Primrose Schools is implementing Harmony & Heart™, a new music and character development program.

Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) announced that it plans to acquire 14 quick-lube locations that will expand its company-owned service center network in Texas.

Del Taco Restaurants, Inc. announced that Erin Levzow is appointed to the new position of Vice President Marketing Technology.

I Heart Mac & Cheese, has announced that over the past thirty days, the company has executed 20 new franchisee agreements - spanning nine states from California to the Carolinas.

WaBa Grill is excited to announce the launch of its updated WaBa Rewards App which is being celebrated with a BOGO Chicken Bowl offer for all app users, both new and existing!

Same-park reservations at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts franchises are up 11% over 2019, despite many campgrounds not fully operating until June.

Jabz, a full-body circuit style workout that utilizes boxing-inspired exercises, announced the appointment of Natalie Straub to Director of Operations.

National car wash brand Tommy’s Express is pleased to announce it is bringing three new locally owned and operated franchise locations to Washington County, Minnesota.

Del Taco Restaurants, Inc. (NASDAQ: TACO), is celebrating National Guacamole Day with free guac and a bold transformation into its guacamole-loving alter-ego, Del Guaco.

The UPS Store, Inc., the nation’s largest shipping, postal, print and business services chain*, today unveiled a new and contemporary design of its retail stores, now available for its large network of franchise owners.

Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Co-Founders Paul Ballard, Steven Ballard, and Scott Ballard of Ballard Brands were named Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2020 Gulf Coast Area Award finalists.

Woody’s Bar-B-Q first opened its doors in Jacksonville, Florida in 1980 with a menu showcasing such Southern staples as Brunswick stew, fried squash, banana pudding and - of course - a smoker full of slow-smoked BBQ meats.

Huddle House, the nation’s iconic neighborhood restaurant and gathering place, is officially opening for business in Demopolis.