The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes, a fast casual, “better burger” chain, is opening its third restaurant in Orlando on Monday, September 14th with Franchise Owner Tareq Qarman.

Batteries Plus has generated 12 new franchise agreements in 2020 and is on track to sign over 20 new franchise agreements by yearend.

Prost! Cheers! Auntie Anne's®, the world's largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchise, is teaming up with Samuel Adams® to offer fans a unique way to celebrate Oktoberfest in the comfort of their own homes.

Goldfish Swim School Franchising, LLC, the premier learn-to-swim franchise concept, has announced a new multi-unit signed franchise agreement in New York that will bring seven new schools to the state over the next six to seven years.

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is opening its second Orlando area restaurant, later this year located at 335 N Magnolia Ave in downtown Orlando.

Denny’s Corporation announced that the Company will virtually participate in CL King’s 18th Annual Best Ideas Conference.

Express Employment Professionals’ North American job openings continue to soar to nearly 26,000 as the company kicks off National Staffing Employee Week, Sept. 14 – 20.

Engel & Völkers Florida announced the Ray Team, a top-producing six-member real estate team, has joined Engel & Völkers Jacksonville to serve the specialized, residential property needs within the greater Jacksonville area.

MRI Network, a leader in the professional services industry with 325 offices in the U.S. and internationally, announced today the promotion of Jessica Hollander-Torres as Vice President of Marketing.

Martial arts millionaire and former friend and bodyguard to Michael Jackson has come on board to take a Dragons’ Den backed business to new levels.

PrideStaff, a national, franchised staffing organization, is pleased to announce that their Atlanta East staffing and employment agency is under new ownership and management.

Domino's Pizza, Inc. is announcing its commitment, together with its franchisees, to raise $100 million over the next 10 years for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®.

Apricot Lane Boutique announced impressive year-over-year sales results.

theCoderSchool - whose motto is “Learn to code. Change the world.” - is opening its first location in south Florida.

Marsha Garcia, owner of Young Rembrandts of Frederick and Montgomery Counties, received the Winning Spirit award at the company’s recent virtual convention.

While Jeremiah’s Italian Ice is well-known in its home state of Florida, the frozen dessert concept is about to make its first splash in Georgia on September 12 within the new Banks Food Hall, located at 1002 Bay Avenue in Columbus.

Don’t worry America, Spherion has your back.

Atomic Wings is once again disrupting the chicken wing game with the addition of two new flavorful sauces to its menu: hot honey and jalapeño pineapple.

I Heart Mac & Cheese announced its latest franchisee agreement to bring another location to Texas.

Hurricane Grill & Wings® turned 25 in June, but Covid-19 hit the brand’s festivities with a storm delay.

Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District opened its doors today, becoming the fourth Hyatt Place hotel in the Boston area.

The Habit Burger Grill announces its latest limited time offering, The Chicken Caprese on Garlic Ciabatta Sandwich.

Bach to Rock (B2R), America’s music school for students of all ages, proudly announces its newest school, in Cedar Park, Texas, opens on September 26, 2020.

Pizza Hut is introducing the $10 Tastemaker, where you can choose any three toppings on a large pizza for just $10 - and get it any way you want it, via contactless delivery, carryout or curbside pickup.

El Pollo Loco, Inc. announced a new line of L.A. Mex Burritos inspired by the diversity and bold flavors of the company’s hometown of Los Angeles.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Lanzhou.

Brightway Insurance, one of the largest Personal Lines agencies in the U.S., made Entrepreneur Magazine's list of 2020 Top Growth Franchises in the U.S. and Canada.

Seasoned Dickey’s franchisee and multi-unit New Orleans, LA Owner/Operator Robert Dunning is expanding his presence in the market and developing three additional units with all of the new locations set to open in 2021.

ERA® Real Estate, a global franchising leader within the Realogy family of companies, today announced the affiliation of Hart Real Estate in West Hartford, Conn.

Duck Donuts, known for serving Warm, Delicious and Made-to-Order!® donuts, has continued the brand’s growth with the recent opening of its first location in Dubai.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is celebrating its most successful Labor Day in brand history with a remarkable 14.3%. increase in year-over-year sales.

Koala Insulation, a fast-growing brand providing a full-range of insulation options to property owners, announced today that is has opened its newest location serving West Houston.

Keller Williams ("KW") proudly introduces Keller Williams ONEChicago and continue KW's vision of changing the landscape of the Chicagoland real estate community by being in business with like-minded agents.

Clean Juice® was named to the top 1000 fastest-growing privately held companies as part of the annual Inc. 5000 list.

Tampa tailgates will look a bit different this year, so local Tampa area Wendy's restaurants are giving University of South Florida fans a reason to celebrate with Wendy's breakfast.

At a time when many restaurant brands are struggling to stay afloat, Seattle-style teriyaki restaurant Teriyaki Madness just keeps growing.

To coincide with International Housekeeping Week, Days Inns Canada today announced a partnership with Serta Simmons Bedding.

For the 11th year in a row, Training Industry has named Sandler one of the Top 20 Sales Training Companies; Sandler was also placed on Entrepreneur's 2020 Top Global Franchises list.

Office Evolution - the nation’s largest coworking franchisor - is setting its sights on one of America’s largest business hubs for expansion: Atlanta.

Curry Up Now, the nation’s largest and fastest growing Indian fast casual concept popularly known for its innovative approach to Indian cuisine, has opened doors at its second location in the greater Atlanta area.

Century 21 Real Estate LLC announced that the Century 21® System renewed 57 franchisees and added five new companies from May to August, including the renewal of two of its most prominent companies.

The Green Bay Packers and Cousins Subs® announced the launch of the ‘Best Seats in the Home’ sweepstakes.

Buff City Soap is continuing to grow its presence in the Volunteer State and is slated to open its first Columbia store on Friday, September 18.

Fajita Pete's, a concept known for its "fresh off the grill" fajita delivery, has signed agreements with brothers Manish and Manjul Agrawal of Alkire Lake Capital and Christopher Enright of Lone Palm Hospitality LLC to open eight new...

On the 19th anniversary of September 11, thousands of veterans and supporters will come together in their communities to move American flags 8,426 miles as part of Team Red, White & Blue's 9/11 Moving Tribute, presented by Window World.

The brand expanded to four new countries – Belgium, Moldova, North Macedonia and St. Lucia – in the first of half of 2020.

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc., a full-service restaurant chain serving an innovative selection of high-quality gourmet burgers in a family-friendly atmosphere, provided a business update.

Aaron's, Inc. (NYSE: AAN), a leading omnichannel provider of lease-purchase solutions, today provided a business update for the third quarter of 2020.

Stratus Building Solutions, the nation's leading green commercial cleaning and janitorial services franchise, has announced Gary Graves is expanding his reach in the Atlanta, Georgia, region.

After successful clinical trials, Ideal Image, America's #1 MedSpa, proudly announces all 150+ locations will offer the FDA-approved service CoolTone™ by Coolsculpting®.

Baskin-Robbins launches new DIY Creature Creations® Kits to take the adventure home.

The 7-Eleven Brands with Heart® event is right around the corner, and the application for emerging brands to showcase their differentiated products while engaging with leaders from the world’s largest convenience store retailer is live.

Chuck E. Cheese, the leader in family dining and entertainment, marked the start of school for kindergarteners across the country with a new Kindergarten Kickoff program.

Fans of Roy Rogers now have more ways to get their favorite food, thanks to plans announced for the brand to expand off-premise options by offering delivery via Uber Eats.

Coolgreens is set to begin fueling the Orlando community with food that “feeds your life” this fall through the brand’s first-ever virtual kitchen.

Cousins Subs announced that Silva Subs, LLC, owned by Elias Silva Jr. and Tracy Silva, is the proud new owner of the Cousins Subs restaurant in East Troy, Wisconsin.

PJ’s Coffee blends the warm flavors of autumn, the coziness of cinnamon, and the punch of healthful herbs to create treats that are both seasonal and unique.

Bennigan’s fans, get ready … one of the most exciting and delicious times of the year - National Monte Cristo Day and Benntoberfest are here!

World Gym International, the iconic global fitness brand, has appointed Tiffany Hamlin as its new National Director of Group Fitness.

Companies with 100 or more employees are the most likely to increase employee count in the second half of 2020, according to a recent survey from The Harris Poll.

Matt Strosser has plans to change how South Charlotte goes about home improvement.

Xponential Fitness, the largest boutique fitness franchisor, today named ClassPass the exclusive aggregator for all eight of their brands worldwide

Farmer Boys is celebrating the Grand Opening of its Thousand Oaks, Calif. restaurant Friday, Sept. 25 through Sunday, Sept. 27.

Delta Restoration Services® announced today the launch of its new 3-Step Clean System called Delta SHIELD.

Main Squeeze Juice Co. - a juice and smoothie bar franchise whose ownership group includes New Orleans Saints punter Thomas Morstead and former Saints wide receiver Marques Colston - is headed to Hattiesburg.

Real Property Management, a Neighborly company, is proud to announce franchise owner Joni Wolfswinkel as one of just 100 women named to HousingWire’s 2020 list honoring extraordinary women.

Channel Futures Awards Top-Rated Managed Services Provider as 1st Place Winner for Specialty Award.