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Bloomin’ Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq:BLMN) today announced a business update related to COVID-19 as well as first quarter 2020 financial results.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) today announced results for the three months ended March 31, 2020.

Michael Lee is excited to work with local students at Kumon Math and Reading Center of Tustin - South, and have that very same impact on his own community.

Bloomin’ Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLMN) today announced its intention to offer, subject to market and other conditions, $200 million aggregate principal amount of convertible senior notes due 2025 (the “notes”).

Home Instead Senior Care and the National League for Nursing Foundation for Nursing Education (NLNFNE) are partnering once again to support geriatric education through a $10,000 scholarship fund for nursing students.

Auntie Anne's®, the world's largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchise, has brought back the perfect way to experience fresh-baked happiness at home with their exclusive DIY At-Home Pretzel Kit.

I Heart Mac & Cheese announced today it has signed a new franchise agreement with Verlan Hoopes to continue the brand’s expansion across Texas.

Juice It Up! is making it easier than ever for guests to identify the most nutrient-packed products for a natural immunity boost.

Goldfish Swim School is kicking off National Water Safety Month (May) with the launch of ‘Goldfish At Home’ to provide free, virtual dry-land swim lessons to families nationwide.

Del Taco Restaurants, Inc. reported fiscal first quarter 2020 financial results for the 12-week period ending March 24, 2020 and provided a business update related to the impact of COVID-19.

Today, as the new owner and Instructor of Kumon Math and Reading Center of Houston - Chinatown, Stella Chen is excited to expand on her love for educating by inspiring area students to reach their full potential.

Fred Astaire Dance Studios®, the world leader in ballroom dance lessons with more than 150 studios worldwide, announced plans to expand into Atlanta with a new studio opening planned for late summer, 2020.

I Heart Mac & Cheese, a fast-casual concept specializing in customizable, made-to-order macaroni and cheese bowls and grilled cheese sandwiches, is showing some extra love towards nurses and teachers on these special days.

Color World Housepainting, a painting and contracting company, has opened in Fort Worth on May 1 as an essential business to serve its community amid the pandemic.

The Glass Guru Franchise recently announced the promotion of Mr. Rob Lopez to the position of Vice President of Franchise Business Development.

Copper Branch restaurants have shown their support to the community by passionately working with local hospitals and public institutions to donate hundreds of plant-based meals to our dedicated front-line workers.

Walk-On's strategic growth and innovative strategies have not gone unnoticed, having recently been recognized as the No. 1 brand in Entrepreneur's prestigious 2020 Top New Franchises Ranking.

Today, as the new Instructor and owner of Kumon Math and Reading Center of Valdosta, Meghana is excited to create a love for learning in her beloved community of over ten years.

Highlighting its continued commitment to hotel owners, team members and guests, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,300 hotels across 90 countries, today launched “Count on Us".

There are almost 50 Razzamataz Theatre Schools across the UK and Ireland and each school plays an important part in their communities, with the children using their performing arts skills to bring cheer and help their neighbours through the lockdown.

Denny’s Corporation provided a business update on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Company’s operations and certain other preliminary financial information ahead of its first quarter earnings announcement.

HomeSmart International, one of the top real estate franchisors in the country, is pleased to announce that their president Ashley Bowers has been named a 2020 Game Changer by REAL Trends.

America’s #1 full-service outdoor lighting company, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, is pleased to announce the opening of Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Everett.

Siddisee Hirpa decided to take the leap to opening her own center, and as the new Instructor of Kumon of Carrboro - South Green, she is looking forward to honing her Kumon experience to members of her own community.

Fiesta Resort Saipan to rebrand as Crowne Plaza® Resort Saipan in 2022, signalling IHG’s rapid expansion in Micronesia

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: LOCO) today announced financial results for the 13-week period ended March 25, 2020 and provided a business update on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is unveiling a new lineup of southern comfort barbecue and slow-smoked deals just in time for National Barbecue Month in May.

Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) announced it has appointed global licensing leader IMG as its first ever multi-brand, exclusive licensing representative.

Katy Wang as the new Instructor and owner of Kumon of Chino Hills – North, she is now in the same position as her previous clients as a business owner and hopes to instill the same change she saw in her children in countless others.

Senior Helpers® announced its location in Lakeland, Florida, plans to bolster its corps of caregivers to support local seniors and their families all throughout Polk County.

After much thought, research, and courage, Luis is now the owner and Instructor of Kumon of Grafton, where Luis Giraldo-Valencia is excited to continue his career of helping others.

Boston's Pizza Restaurant & Sports Bar (Boston's) locations in North Dakota, Montana and Texas will soon begin offering in-restaurant dining under strict health and safety guidelines.

Baking for a cause! The Great American Cookies® e-commerce program now supports The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) as it provides urgent support for blood cancer patients who are at a higher risk of getting sick from COVID-19.

Senior Helpers® announced Deborah (Deb) Brown, RN, will join its team at Senior Helpers of The Villages as a full time Registered Nurse to serve and support Florida-area seniors and their families

Mr. Handyman, a Neighborly company, shows pet owners they are not alone by celebrating National Pet Month this May with the fourth annual "My 'Pet' Peeves" photo contest.

Teacher Appreciation Week has taken on a whole new meaning this year as millions of parents across the country got a teaching job without having to interview for it.

Jaspret Chaudhary will be providing the Deer Park community and surrounding areas with that same opportunity as the new owner and Instructor of Kumon of Deer Park.

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

As Mother's Day approaches, families across the country are reflecting on the mothers who have been working overtime and in various roles to take care of their families due to the effects of the coronavirus pandemic.

The newest franchisees for Gyroville, Maria & Irving Rodriguez, are a pair of former NYPD Officers that have been preparing to open their location in Coral Springs, Florida since the beginning of the year.

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX/NYSE: QSR, TSX: QSP) today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2020.

PrideStaff is pleased to announce that their Dallas Fort Worth offices collectively ranked #8 on the Dallas Business Journal’s list of North Texas’ Largest Staffing Agencies, based on hours billed in 2019.

Woofie’s® is offering free dog walks and grooming services to frontline healthcare workers to ease their minds and give their cooped-up pups some much needed grooming, attention and exercise.

Lapels Dry Cleaning recently announced it will open a satellite dry cleaning store in the Ballantyne section of Charlotte at 14021 Conlan Circle, Unit B-2 on May 4.

Dog Haus, the craft casual concept known for its gourmet hot dogs, sausages, burgers and one-of-a-kind creations, is spicing up its Chef Collaboration Series with the launch of its newest limited-time item - OG Cholula Burger.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest lodging franchisors, announced an update to its first quarter 2020 earnings release date.

For the seventh year in a row, Atlanta lands the number one spot on national pest control leader Orkin’s Top 50 Mosquito Cities List.

Buffalo Wings & Rings’ charitable foundation, Buffalove has announced a donation of $10,000 amid COVID-19 to various local organizations in the communities it serves.

It's spring nesting season, and Wild Birds Unlimited is partnering again with The Cornell Lab of Ornithology to give everyone something to hoot about with a live Barred Owl Nest Cam.

All County® Property Management Franchise Corporation is here to help. The creators of All County® Property Management are proud to announce only a minor decrease in revenues during this pandemic.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) today announced it is celebrating Cinco de Mayo by offering free Queso Blanco and extending its free delivery offer through May 10.

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLWS), a leading provider of gifts designed to help customers express, connect and celebrate, today reported results for its Fiscal 2020 third quarter ended March 29, 2020.

Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin' and Baskin-Robbins (BR), today reported results for the first quarter ended March 28, 2020.

Aaron's, Inc. (NYSE: AAN), a leading omnichannel provider of lease-purchase solutions, announced the donation of 2,000 masks and 55 mattresses, frames and covers to aid the Navajo Nation impacted by the COVID-19 epidemic.

Little Caesars recently announced a 1 million pizza donation to healthcare workers and first responders, is announcing that its customers have already contributed an additional 125,000 pizzas to the effort by donating.

Row House announced today that it is supporting Feeding America to give back during these uncertain times.

iCRYO, the leading Cryotherapy, Wellness and Recovery franchise in the United States, announced today that Mark Murdock will be joining the company as VP of Franchise Training.

In order to alleviate concerns from patrons who require a safer dining environment, Taffer launched Taffer’s Safe Dining System™.

Erbert and Gerbert’s announces their Sponsor a Hero program, where customers can help essential workers with free meals delivered safely to their place of work.

Cannabis and franchising had never been successfully combined in the United States before Unity Rd. 

In addition to its proprietary 7NOW® delivery app, 7-Eleven, Inc. has joined with national delivery platforms Postmates and DoorDash.

Hyatt announced a Global Care & Cleanliness Commitment to further enhance its operational guidance and resources around colleague and guest safety and peace of mind.

On April 3, The LaRosa Family and LaRosa’s Family Pizzerias launched the LaRosa’s Team Member Relief Fund with $ 100,000.