The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

After completing a new COVID-secure audit, the theatre school was able to welcome back children and put a huge smile on their faces.

Steve Rollins is pleased to announce the launch of his new senior-focused relocation and estate-clearing company, Caring Transitions of Albany Georgia.

Athletic Republic, the leader and innovator in the field of science-based sports performance training, this week celebrates its 30th anniversary.

Throughout Steve Burch’s career, he’s had a talent for matching business needs with business and technical requirements and communicating those needs efficiently across large teams, often around the world.

The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) today reported unaudited results for the second quarter ended June 28, 2020 and provided an update on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Company's business.

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

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Aiken, South Carolina, has won one of the nation’s top awards for customer satisfaction by GuildQuality, Inc., an Atlanta-based third-party company that conducts customer satisfaction surveys.

Domino's Pizza Inc. (NYSE: DPZ), the largest pizza company in the world based on global retail sales, is continuing its global growth momentum with the opening of the brand's first store in Croatia by a master franchisee.

Fitness Machine Technicians, specialists in the maintenance and repair of exercise equipment for commercial and residential customers, announced it will open its first location in Kentucky.

Dream Dinners, which pioneered the meal kit concept nearly 20 years ago, has added three new family friendly entrees to its already expansive August menu.

Red Roof welcomes The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) under the company’s Room in Your Heart umbrella campaign.

Juice It Up!, one of the nation’s leading handcrafted smoothie, açaí bowl and raw juice chains, is excited to celebrate 25 years of “Living Life Juiced” by introducing New Old Fashioned Swirls to the menu!

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of East Georgia has won one of the nation’s top awards for customer satisfaction and job recommendation, scoring a perfect 100 by GuildQuality, Inc.

Goldfish Swim School, the leading premier learn-to-swim concept, recently opened a new location in the state of Pennsylvania.

This MLB season, guests at Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom can root, root, root for the home team - the Colorado Rockies - to keep stealing bases with a complimentary brew in hand!

The Melting Pot Restaurants, Inc. is dipping into a new franchise growth strategy that sets out to expand the legacy restaurant in new markets coast to coast.

Bennigan’s acclaimed menu innovation is satisfying guests across the world who yearn for bold, chef-inspired dishes and handcrafted cocktails.

Modern Market Eatery and Lemonade Restaurants announced yesterday their integration with Grubhub, leveraging the company’s partnership with PAR Tech’s cloud-based Brink POS Software.

FOCUS Brands® adds to its Executive Leadership Team with Dawn Ray, the company's first SVP of Corporate Communications.

Beleaf it or not, Saladworks, the nation’s leading fast-casual create-your-own salad franchise, announced today that it is extending its Super Summer Salad-bration once again, this time through the end of August.

milliCare Floor & Textile Care, a franchise network of high-quality carpet and floor care professionals, announces the addition of two new franchise territories in the Denver, Colorado area.

Restoration 1 was recently recognized as a recipient of Acquisition INTL Magazine’s 2020 Global Excellence Award for most outstanding property restoration services provider.

Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming in Ridgewood opened in 2017 to spoil furry family members and cater to customers with a caring, personalized touch.

New Horizons Computer Learning Center, the largest independent provider of career and technology training, today named the Boston area as a "Career Catalyst City."

The world's largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchise today announced the launch of contactless mobile ordering in the Pretzel Perks app, along with the creation of their "Recline-To-Dine" Chair that actually orders pretzels with just...

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, an award winning and rapidly expanding Mediterranean fast-casual concept is opening their second restaurant this fall located at 12433 23 Mile Rd, Shelby Township in the greater metropolitan Detroit area.

Susan Ferris, local entrepreneur and small business owner, first opened the Kumon Math and Reading Center of Cape Elizabeth, on June 19th, 1990.

Tide Cleaners, the nation’s leading on-demand dry cleaning and laundry service franchise, entered into a new partnership with 919 Marketing.

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries and Shakes, a leading “better burger” franchise featuring made-to-order burgers, is gearing up for a limited-time taste of outdoorsy fun with its new Campfire Burger and S’mores Shake.

Slim Chickens, a leader in the “better chicken” segment of fast-casual restaurants, will continue expansion of its 100% all-natural, fresh chicken and unrivaled flavor in Oklahoma.

Texas Roadhouse, Inc. (NasdaqGS: TXRH), announced financial results for the 13 and 26 week periods ended June 30, 2020 and provided a business update in response to the continued COVID-19 pandemic.

Scooter’s Coffee, best known for its convenient drive-thru specialty coffee and baked-from-scratch pastries, added a new location in Atlantic at 1502 East 7th Street.

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

Smashburger®, a fast casual better burger restaurant, is bringing back a fan-favorite menu item, announcing the return of its hometown burger.

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. announced that it has completed its acquisition of PersonalizationMall.com®.

As Tamara Macfarlane watched her nephews progress through the Kumon Math and Reading Program, developing increased confidence and independence along the way, as an educator she was naturally intrigued.

Leading fitness franchise concept TruFusion announced today the debut of its new prototype, an innovative studio model with a significantly smaller footprint than the brand’s flagship design.

The overall goal, which GSR Brands achieved, was to build consumer trust around safety and protection in both of the GSR Brands: Gold Star Chili and Tom & Chee.

Keller Williams Naples (KW Naples) is expanding its presence in Southwest Florida with an alliance with brokerage firm Caine Premier Properties.

Michilynn followed that advice, and now as the new owner and Instructor of Kumon of Waipahu, she is excited to inspire local children to reach their full potential.

I Heart Mac & Cheese announced the brand’s latest franchisee agreement that will bring the brand to West Lafayette, Lawrence, Greenwood, and Merriville, Indiana.

Code Ninjas, the world’s largest and fastest-growing coding franchise, has named franchising veteran Justin Nihiser its new CEO, the company announced today. Nihiser succeeds Co-Founder David Graham.

First-time Firehouse Subs Franchisees Michael Rady, Ron Rady and Juan Paez are thrilled to open the doors to their restaurant in Waukesha at 180 E. Sunset Drive, Suite C, on Monday, July 27.

Aaron and Grace Dykhuizen of Huntertown have launched Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services of Fort Wayne-Auburn, an independently owned and operated commercial cleaning franchise.

As the new owner and Instructor of Kumon of Huntington – North, Rosemarie is looking forward to instilling that same change in area students.

Del Taco Restaurants, Inc. (NASDAQ: TACO) announced the addition of Crispy Chicken to its menu as a permanent protein option expanding its menu of Mexican and American favorites served at an outstanding value.

Bricks & Minifigs, the one-stop-shop franchise for all things LEGO®, is continuing to expand its presence in the Southwest by opening its second Arizona location in Tucson.

Engel & Völkers today announced its latest franchise expansion in East Central Florida with Engel & Völkers Melbourne Beachside.

Al and Jessica Fialkovich, the award-winning ownership team behind Transworld Business Advisors - Rocky Mountain, announce their expansion to the Dallas / Fort Worth market today alongside new partner and Texas native, J Darrow Graham.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) announced it is launching a responsibly sourced line of Chipotle Goods, made with organic cotton, and branded accessories available exclusively for Chipotle Rewards members.

To answer the call for supreme sanitization services, DetailXPerts officially launches its sanitization and sterilization program “Safe and Clean with Steam.”

7-Eleven, Inc. ("7-Eleven") is pleased to announce it has entered into an agreement to acquire Speedway, a leading convenience store chain, from Marathon Petroleum Corp. (NYSE: MPC).

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is rapidly expanding their non-traditional store count with the development of seven new food trucks units.

The Hummus & Pita Co., a fan-favorite fresh and healthy Mediterranean fast casual restaurant headquartered in New York City, is now offering its signature soul-satisfying dishes in a generous selection of vegan formats.

Woof Gang Bakery will celebrate the opening of the company’s first New Mexico store with a grand opening event from August 8 through August 22.

Terminix, a leading provider of termite and pest control services, with a purpose of protecting the pure joy of home, today announced that Alex Ho has been named chief marketing officer for its residential business.

Childrens Lighthouse Schools, widely recognized as the leading values-based, early learning schools in the United States, announce the launch of two new proprietary programs, Virtual Learning Assistance and xSTREAM Quest after school curriculum.

Bricks 4 Kidz, an educational and entertainment children’s franchised business, announces a partnership with Vistaprint Corporate Solutions.

Crunch Franchise today announced the opening of a 29,000 -square foot gym with state-of-the-art equipment and amenities in Toledo, OH.

Seeing firsthand evidence of this trend is N-Hance™ Wood Refinishing, a national franchise specializing in the refinishing of hardwood floors and kitchen cabinets.

Smash Park®, a West Des Moines based “eatertainment” concept, announced that it has launched a new program to sell franchises, beginning its nationwide expansion efforts.