The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Cary Owsley is pleased to announce the launch of his new professional painting business – Fresh Coat Painters of Virginia Beach.

Super Chix® is pleased to announce the signing of 4 new deals for a total of at least 30 restaurants in Charlotte and Greensboro, North Carolina; Eastern Washington State; and the States of Idaho; Montana; and Wyoming.

Wing It On!, the fan-favorite wing joint known for its fresh, never-frozen, all-natural wings ’n wiches, announced today the opening of its first location in Alabama. Situated at 692 McQueen Smith Road North in Prattville.

Pollo Campero, known for the iconic flavor of its chicken meals, has announced Sam Wong as the brand’s new Director of Franchising, marking the launch of a dynamic new franchising initiative in the United States.

Among the top national brands and providers, The Glass Guru was ranked #18 on Remodelings 2020 list of top replacement/specialty contractors!?

Proforma, The Technology and Business Success Leader, has launched a new series of webinars, ‘New Days, New Ways’, as a sequel to its original Rise & Thrive webinar series.

Epcon Franchising won the Best Digital Campaign award in Franchise Update Media’s 2nd annual Franchise Innovation Awards.

One franchise concept is growing at lightning speed with “koality” franchisees and team members.

Waters Edge Wineries® today announced it has signed a new agreement with existing owner Hayes Wineries LLC, to open two additional Waters Edge Winery & Bistro locations in Tampa, FL, and St. Petersburg, FL.

Kinderdance® International, a leader in developmental dance, gymnastics, yoga, and fitness programs for young children, is awarding children’s franchise opportunities globally.

Electronics repair franchise uBreakiFix is now open in the RioCan Colossus Centre in Woodbridge, offering repairs on smartphones, tablets, computers, and more.

Inc. magazine announced City Wide has been named to the 2020 installment of its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.

AKT - the full-body workout that combines cardio dance intervals with strength and toning - announced today it has surpassed 100 signed franchise agreements

Dave’s Hot Chicken, the Los Angeles-based street food sensation turned breakthrough fast-casual brand, announced today the appointment of Jim Bitticks as Chief Operations Officer.

Come cool off this summer with a fan-favorite to return to Yogurtland’s menu, Dairy-Free Key Lime Pie.

Saladworks is set to expand its reach into hospitals, universities, grocery stores, and more with the world’s first fresh food robot, Sally.

Inc. magazine revealed that Office Evolution is No. 2,176, up from its previous listing of 4,051, on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.

Retro Fitness, a leader in the high-value, low-price fitness space, announced its partnership with commercial retail specialists, District Real Estate Advisors, to meet the high demand by investors and franchisees seeking new highly profitable...

iCode, a national computer science education franchise, has launched a Remote Learning Support Program, an in-person supervised learning support initiative built to help working parents manage school closures and online classes this fall.

Inc. magazine revealed that Zippy Shell is No. 562 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.

Timed with leaves changing colors and a briskness in the air, Wow Wow is launching its fall limited time menu on Monday, August 17.

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. will release financial results for its fiscal 2020 fourth quarter and full year (ended 6/28/20) on Thursday, August 27, 2020.

Maaco Collision Repair and Auto Painting franchisee Matt Davlin believes it is part of his responsibility as a business owner to give back to his community.

Window World®, America’s largest replacement window and exterior remodeling company, has maintained its authority over national remodeling companies in two prestigious lists.

Modern Market Eatery, a fast casual concept that provides clean, nurturing, delicious food, has debuted its new, end of summer Chef’s Picks and meal kits.

While many local businesses have halted expansion efforts due to the pandemic, one build-your-own poke bowl restaurant is embracing growth and opening a new Oviedo location on August 24.

2020 just seems to keep throwing punches, but your friendly neighborhood bakers at the Kolache Factory are ready to fight back with Mo‘ Bacon!

The Joint Corp. (NASDAQ: JYNT), a national operator, manager and franchisor of chiropractic clinics, announced that management plans to present and conduct one-on-one meetings at these conferences in September 2020.

Under the leadership of local market and industry leader Sherri Kasparek, Moses Lake’s Alsted Real Estate announced that the independent company has chosen to affiliate with Century 21 Real Estate LLC.

WaBa Grill is excited to announce the opening of its third Colton location, marking WaBa’s 67th restaurant in the Inland Empire.

A new store catering to Boulder people and pets makes its doggone dynamic debut this month.

Your Pie, the nation’s first fast-casual pizza franchise, is bringing the heat this summer with the addition of the Chicken Al Pastor pizza to its limited time menu.

Firehouse Subs announces the grand opening of its newest location in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, at 3068 Dick Pond Road, Unit 3.

Razzamataz Theatre Schools quickly responded with not only small interactive online classes but also many opportunities for students to share how they were feeling with their teachers and classmates.

Shortly after recovering from being one of the first diagnosed COVID-19 cases in Dallas, Ryan Hicks co-founded Safe From Spread - a commercial sanitizing and disinfecting company that is helping businesses protect themselves from the virus.

Choice Hotels International expects this trend to continue as leisure travel bounces back faster than business travel amidst the pandemic environment, with leisure travel now comprising over 80% of room nights across the Choice Hotels portfolio.

Crunch Franchise today announced the opening of a 40,000 -square foot gym with state-of-the-art equipment and amenities in Clarksville, TN and will begin selling memberships mid-November.

Inc. magazine announced today that Junk King has been named to its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.

Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC, a Realogy (NYSE: RLGY) brand, today announced the expansion of its successful pilot home improvement program, RealVitalizeSM, to include Coldwell Banker Affiliates.

Interim HealthCare Inc. today announced the launch of Interim HealthCare of East Louisiana*, a leading local provider of home care, hospice and healthcare staffing, with Bob and Mandy LaFleur as the new owners and operators.

Inc. magazine revealed that HomeSmart International once again landed on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.

Hyatt Place Toronto/Mississauga Centre announced its official opening, expanding the Hyatt Place brand’s footprint globally in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members.

Engel & Völkers today announced its third location in Northeast Florida, Engel & Völkers Jacksonville will open to the public later this month.

To continue providing great customer service, Domino's corporate and franchise stores are looking to fill more than 20,000 positions.

The new Double It Box: serving up value that gives families everywhere an easy win for all those food feuds, solving the mealtime battle once and for all.

Keyrenter Property Management, a nationwide leader in residential property management, is growing its presence in the Southeast.

United Country Real Estate, the nation’s leading lifestyle and country real estate company, is celebrating 95 years in business this year.

Inc. magazine announced that Christian Brothers Automotive has been named on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.

CPR Cell Phone Repair congratulates Tim O’Connor on the opening of his fourth CPR store, CPR Cell Phone Repair New Hartford.

City Wide announced the Metropolitan New Jersey office has new ownership with entrepreneur and experienced business professional Michael Trombetta.

Is dad’s hair a COVID casualty? If you’re sick of seeing a layer of artificial turf on dad’s head you can now get Father’s Day sorted and treat yourself too at Just Cuts with a FREE drink cooler.

Located in the heart of New Gurugram, Holiday Inn Gurugram Sector 90 will be the first Holiday Inn hotel in the city and the third in the Delhi-NCR area.

Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café has announced its newest and first location in Austin will open at The Domain in mid-August.

I Heart Mac & Cheese announced today that current franchisee, Matthew Griffin, franchisees is adding three new restaurants to his current roster.

Health and wellness brand Freshii Inc. (TSX: FRII) (“Freshii” or, the “Company”) announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 28, 2020 (“Q2 2020”).

Good Times Restaurants Inc. (NASDAQ: GTIM) announced its preliminary unaudited financial results for the third fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2020.

Inc. magazine revealed that Spaulding Decon is No. 784 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies.

Just Cuts said support from government and landlords is essential for salons impacted by the COVID shutdown in Auckland and additional restrictions across New Zealand.

Lightbridge Academy® recently ranked among Inc. magazine’s 2020 list of 5,000 fastest-growing private companies in America.

Last night, in partnership with major travel suppliers, Cruise Planners launched the Where2Next Travel Series, a lineup of dazzling destination-focused virtual travel events.

For its latest fashion collaboration, Forever 21 has teamed up with 7-Eleven, Inc. to create some super-chill styles that rep everyone’s favorite c-store and its super-chill summer sips – Slurpee® and Big Gulp® drinks.

Inc. magazine today revealed that FirstLight® Home Care is on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is expanding its franchise opportunities to feature another nontraditional franchise model - virtual kitchens.

Inc. magazine announced today that Vitality Bowls has been named among the top half on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.