The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Firehouse Subs® announces the grand opening of its first location in Riverside, California at 10080 Magnolia Avenue.

I Heart Mac & Cheese announced it has signed another franchise agreement to open a new location in North Carolina.

Senior Helpers®, one of the nation’s premier providers of personalized in-home senior care, today announced the official opening of its latest location, Senior Helpers of Eastern North Dakota.

With states across the country slowly reopening their economies, and many restaurants starting to open their doors again, one brand is looking toward the future.

Modern Market Eatery continued to live up to its name while also expanding its footprint last Friday.

Lendlease and IHG® Army Hotels announce the opening of the new Candlewood Suites® hotel on Fort Gordon.

Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa announced the opening of its newest Texas franchise, located at 9711 S. Mason Road, Suite 105 in the Pecan Grove community of Richmond.

Monster Tree Service, the nation’s first and fastest-growing tree service franchise, is expanding in Maryland.

Continuing to help homeowners respond to the “new normal” after COVID-19, Tailored Living has launched a new line of Pre-Designed Home Office systems.

The Joint Chiropractic – Logan the nation’s largest provider of chiropractic care, is now open.

Radisson, one of the best recognized hotel brands, is proud to announce the opening of Radisson Hotel Atlanta Airport at 4475 Best Road, College Park, GA.

The Board of Directors of Dine Brands Global, Inc. today announced the appointment of Michael Hyter as a new independent member of its Board of Directors.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) today announced that it will be celebrating the opening of its 100th Chipotlane, the brand's drive-thru digital order pick-up lane, later this month.

La Madeleine has opened its first petite market and bakery at Park District in the heart of Dallas' Uptown.

Peterbrooke Chocolatier (Peterbrooke), the premiere Florida-based confectioner, announced that it will help busy parents by offering its popular summertime day camps for kids of all ages in select stores.

Maryland-Based Surveillance Secure was founded in 2006, but really gained traction beginning in 2016 when CEO Kim Hartman partnered with COO, Will Biggerman to effectively create the business model available to franchisees.

Imagine opening a new business on February 17, 2020 - four weeks before the COVID-19 Pandemic state quarantines took effect.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is commemorating those who protect and serve communities across the nation with the launch of its new First Responder Tribute Cups.

National car wash brand Tommy’s Express is pleased to announce it will be bringing seven new locally owned and operated franchise locations to Tulsa, Oklahoma.

RSG Group GmbH is set to acquire the most well-known and iconic gym chain in the world, Gold's Gym.

The Whimsy Cookie Company, known for its secret sugar cookie recipe, is now adding coffee and caramel to their menu.

Paris Baguette, the global bakery-café franchise, seeks development opportunities in Vancouver as it strengthens its presence in western North America.

Creative Learning Corporation, through its subsidiary Bricks 4 Kidz eLearning LLC, has announced a partnership with the game-based academic provider, Fuel Education.

Crave Hot Dogs and BBQ has been very busy the past few months expanding nationwide.

PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans announced its mid-year franchise development numbers on July 14, 2020, accepting a total 11 franchise agreements that have or will result in 15 new franchise locations.

Express Employment Professionals has received a Special Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) Hall of Fame Award as part of the CFA’s 2020 Recognition Awards Program.

NuVinAir Global today announced its latest product - ReKlenz-X®.

Despite a time of uncertainty, City Wide continues to achieve its monthly revenue goals for 2020 as well as appoint key leaders to assist with the brand’s growth.

ProSource Wholesale, the industry leader when it comes to understanding and meeting the needs of trade professional and their clients, announces the opening of ProSource of Northern Colorado.

FullSpeed Automotive™ today announced the appointment of Tom Staker, its International Director of New Services & Training, to the Automotive Oil Change Association (AOCA) board of directors.

Einstein Bros.® Bagels is spicing up breakfast and partnering with Beyond Meat, a leader in plant-based meat, for a limited-time test of Beyond Breakfast Sausage® at three Denver-area locations.

Radisson Hotel Group expands its Radisson upscale Scandinavian-inspired brand to Istanbul in Turkey.

InterContinental Hotels Group’s® (IHG) fastest growing hotel brand* has made its debut in New Zealand with the launch of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown opened its doors, 10 July.

HomeSmart has once again been ranked as the No. 1 residential real estate brokerage in Phoenix by the Phoenix Business Journal.

7-Eleven, Inc. has hit a significant milestone: the 71,100th 7-Eleven® store in the world opened in Seoul, South Korea.

ShelfGenie of Fort Lauderdale has added two new Designers into to their team of experts: Sebastian Puga and Catalina Sastre.

As its 40th Anniversary continues, Woody’s Bar-B-Q is proud to “lift the bun” on three new additions to its menu.

Pancheros Mexican Grill announced today that multi-unit franchisee, Bob Thomson, will open the doors to his sixth Pancheros restaurant.

Sleep Inn, franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. announced a new relationship with Relax Melodies, one of the most highly-rated sleep and relaxation apps on the market, to help deliver a better night's rest to guests.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Anolia Holdings Limited for the first Hyatt hotel on the island of Cyprus, Grand Hyatt Limassol.

milliCare is introducing Enhanced Hygiene Services to their core service offerings, to provide disinfectant solutions for carpet, fabric and hard surface flooring.

ServiceMaster Brands, a leading provider of essential cleaning and disinfecting services to homes and businesses, has entered into an exclusive agreement with Goldshield Technologies.

Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2020 Top Global Franchise list has ranked NOVUS Glass as one of the top global franchise opportunities available.

Mowbot, the nation’s premier robotic lawnmowing service, is opening a new location, Mowbot of Southern Wake County.

The scholarship, named The Dan Collins Scholarship Award, was established in 2017 in memory of former franchise owner, Dan Collins, who passed away from cancer in 2005.

Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV)announced a 2020 partnership in which Valvoline will serve as the "Official Motor Oil" of MotorTrend Group's digital and print platforms.

Focus Brands® today announced that Brian Krause has joined the executive leadership team as Chief Development Officer, and Tim Muir, has been appointed as the company's first Chief Sales Officer.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) today announced it will test Cilantro-Lime Cauliflower Rice at 55 restaurants in Denver and throughout Wisconsin starting July 15.

With Tulsa in the hunt to be the home of Tesla’s Cybertruck factory, Mazzio’s Italian Eatery is offering a delicious welcoming gift to all Tesla employees if Tulsa is selected.

BAB, Inc. (OTCQB: BABB) announced its financial results for the second quarter ended May 31, 2020.

Engel & Völkers Florida is pleased to announce the promotion of Kaley Burkett, who will now serve as Marketing Assistant, working from the corporate headquarters located in Naples, Fla.

To celebrate its Grand Opening on July 13, PrimoHoagies will be giving the first 100 people to visit and join the rewards program a free Primo Size Hoagie.

RE/MAX Holdings, Inc. (the "Company") (NYSE: RMAX) will release financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2020, after market close on Thursday, August 6, 2020.

In recent days, there has been much speculation on the status of Big Boy being permanently replace as the icon of our restaurants.

National car wash brand Tommy’s Express has announced the winners of its first annual TEACHES (Tommy’s Express Assistance with College and Higher Education Scholarship) Award.

Muscle Maker Grill, Inc. announced that it has signed a lease to open a Muscle Maker Grill in the Medical Sciences Building II (MSB II) at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso.

Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions (Filta), the world’s restaurant and hospitality leader in active kitchen management and environmental sustainability, today launches FiltaShield.

Gold’s Gym, the world’s trusted fitness authority, has awarded a new franchise agreement in South Africa to open a flagship location in Sandton, Johannesburg.

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of an agreement to open the Conrad Costa del Sol - a 194 room luxury resort set to bring a new level of contemporary luxury to the Andalusian coast.

German Doner Kebab has officially launched its new ‘Boss Box’ to UK consumers.

After a working in human resources, Alison Patterson is pleased to announce the launch of her new business – Caring Transitions of Durango.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, TaxAssist Accountants is holding Virtual Discovery Days on Zoom.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is maintaining its long-standing status as the world’s largest barbecue franchise with a robust roster of new store openings and new franchise agreements across the U.S.

Del Taco Restaurants, Inc. will announce fiscal second quarter 2020 financial results on Thursday, July 23, 2020 after the market closes.

U.S. Lawns, the leading commercial grounds maintenance and landscape franchise, recently revealed details from its 2020 expansion plans slated for the state of Texas.

Kelly’s Roast Beef, a Boston icon with seven decades of history, is looking to expand not only regionally in New England, but also establish a presence in South Florida.

Paris Baguette announced its strengthened presence on the West Coast with plans to open two new restaurants in Portland, Oregon.

Oxi Fresh announced that it has signed a new franchisee that will bring the brand’s unique eco-friendly carpet cleaning service to Fort Smith, Arkansas.