The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Nathan’s Famous, Inc., the American tradition serving New York favorites for more than 100 years, announced today its partnerships with Goji Creative and Trevelino/Keller.

ERA Real Estate, a global franchising leader, today announced the affiliation of Myers & Myers Realty, based in Highland Village, Texas.

RAVE Restaurant Group (NASDAQ: RAVE), the parent company for Pizza Inn and Pie Five Pizza Co., announced that it will host a conference call to discuss its first quarter and fiscal year 2020 financial results on Wednesday, Nov. 13.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) announced that it will be extending its new menu addition, Carne Asada, through the end of the year and into the first quarter of 2020.

For property owners who want their outdoor displays to reflect the latest trends this year, here are some suggestions from Christmas Decor, the premier holiday lighting and decorating company in North America.

BBQ Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:BBQ) (“BBQ Holdings” or the “Company”) will announce its third quarter 2019 financial results at 3:00 p.m., Central Time on November 12, 2019. The Company will not be hosting a conference call.

Blaze Pizza, the recognized world leader in fast artisanal pizza, today announced the promotion of Mandy Shaw to President and Chief Executive Officer.

Gloria Jean’s Coffees - US, an innovator in the specialty coffee segment providing fresh, premium blends and award-winning roasts, continues its 40th anniversary celebration with a festive new holiday beverage lineup!

Firehouse Subs announces the grand opening of its second location in Brampton, Ontario at 8205 Financial Drive, Unit 2, on Monday, November 11, under the ownership of Franchisees Adam Preston and Patrick Morris.

Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services once again has been included on Entrepreneur magazine’s “Top Franchises for Veterans” listing.

Childrens Lighthouse Early Learning Schools(SM celebrated its national partnership with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital by participating in the St. Jude Walk/Run on September 21st in Fort Worth during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans has announced its third annual Veteran Franchise License Giveaway, which will award one deserving military veteran a free PJ’s Coffee franchise license.

Friendsgiving is the best time of year when friends across the nation gather to indulge in a delicious meal together to celebrate their friendship.

Crunch Franchise celebrated its seventh annual International Franchise Convention at the Music City Center in Nashville, Tennessee on October 6 – 9, 2019.

On November 11, Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt will be offering free frozen yogurt for all active and retired military at participating locations nationwide.

Deka Lash, the experts in eyelashes, continues to innovate the eyelash extension industry with the launch of TrueXpress™ the first to market service designed to provide time constrained women a fast approach to have beautiful lashes.

The TA Restaurant Group (TARG), a division of TravelCenters of America Inc., is opening a Black Bear Diner at the TA travel center in Kingman, Arizona, off Interstate 40, Exit 48.

Discovery Map International, the leading provider of curated guides to top tourist attractions, cities and towns throughout North America, recently announced the Discovery Map of Chattanooga as the latest addition to its franchise family.

Rollins Inc., a global services company (NYSE: ROL), announced today that the company, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Orkin, has expanded its presence in Asia with the addition of a new franchise located in Bangladesh.

TCBY is honoring past and current members of the military this Veterans Day by offering veterans and active military personnel their first six ounces of frozen yogurt for free today at participating TCBY locations.

Maaco Collision Repair and Auto Painting is a welcoming place for veterans and those preparing to transition to civilian life and interested in becoming business owners.

As the 2019 holiday season begins, MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes, the fast casual, “better burger” chain, is unveiling a new, scratch-off gift card promotion.

As a small way to thank the men and women that serve and have served in the United States military, BIGGBY® COFFEE is giving free brewed to all active and retired members of the military.

In honor of Veterans Day, Yogurtology will be giving out free 5 oz. servings of frozen yogurt to veterans and active military personnel who visit a participating location.

On Monday, November 11 Dickey’s will salute our veterans with a free classic sandwich and a side at participating Dickey’s locations. Guests can stop by in-store with their military ID or valid proof of service to redeem this special.

AlphaGraphics, a global leader in printing and marketing solutions, announced today it has partnered with global agency Ripley PR to further brand awareness and franchise development in the United States.

Luby's, Inc. (NYSE: LUB) announced today that it will release its fourth quarter and fiscal 2019 financial results on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 before the market opens.

The Dolly Llama recently signed with DCV Franchise Group as its franchising partner to expand the unique and exciting brand to major media markets across the country.

Originally launched in the historic Charlestown neighborhood in Boston, Figs already has a successful international footprint to build from, with four existing corporate locations.

Century 21 Real Estate LLC announced today that Jim Fite, president and chief executive officer of CENTURY 21 Judge Fite Company, was honored with “The Real Estate Leadership Award”.

Mrs. Fields, the renowned brand famous for warm, freshly baked cookies right out of the oven, has opened a new location in Westminster, California and is celebrating with a grand opening on Saturday, November 9.

Noodles & Company (Nasdaq: NDLS) today announced financial results for its third quarter ended October 1, 2019.

This year’s celebration is extra special as Dream Vacations announces the launch of the Command Center.

H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) DIY desktop tax software 2019, for tax season 2020, is available for download and expanding soon to retail outlets nationwide.

Red Lion Hotels Corporation (the “Company”) (NYSE: RLH), a growing hospitality company doing business as RLH Corporation which franchises upscale, midscale and economy hotels, today reported third quarter 2019 results.

Medifast, Inc. (NYSE: MED), a leading manufacturer and distributor of clinically proven programs and healthy living products, today reported results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2019.

Planet Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: PLNT) reported financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2019.

Local Hardee’s® restaurants and their customers have shown their support of military families and veterans with a $75,000 donation to the North Carolina-based Patriot Foundation.

The Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) Board of Directors announced that president and chief executive officer Art Peck will step down from his position and from the company’s Board. Mr. Peck will depart from the company after a brief transition.

Nathan's Famous, Inc.(NASDAQ:NATH) today reported results for the second quarter of its 2020 fiscal year that ended September 29, 2019.

Today the Zabka chain is an innovative and customer-oriented format of stores, which managed to attract 30 percent more new customers to its outlets. By the end of the year, the network will have 6000 stores.

Crave Hot Dogs and BBQ is currently searching for Veterans that are looking to own their own business.

Stoner's Pizza Joint announced that it is accelerating its franchise development efforts with the opening of its newest franchisee-owned location in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.

Red Lion Hotels Corporation (the “Company”) (NYSE: RLH), today announced that its President and Chief Executive Officer, Greg Mount, resigned his position with the Company, effective immediately.

Snap-on Incorporated announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly common stock dividend of $1.08 per share payable December 10, 2019 to shareholders of record on November 20, 2019.

H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) announced today the appointment of Anuradha (Anu) Gupta, Chief Operating Officer of Jyve Corp., to its Board of Directors effective immediately, increasing its Board of Directors to 11.

Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative, is always looking for ways to strengthen and grow its relationships with industry partners.

The National Association of Women’s Council of Realtors® named Brenda Lee Szlachta, vice president of Agent Development for Real Living Kee Realty in Clinton Township, MI, as the organization’s 2020 president.

In honor of those who serve in the U.S. Military, Coffee Beanery wants to salute our country's veterans and active duty military this Veterans Day, Monday, November 11th with a free coffee.

Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of 48 cents per share of common stock.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that Hyatt Place Peña Station/Denver Airport is officially open.

H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of 26 cents per share, payable January 2, 2020, to shareholders of record as of December 9, 2019.

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson and the USO are partnering on a program to reunite military families.

CEO James Park is proud to introduce Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh to his alma mater.

The Lash Loft, New York City’s iconic boutique lash studio as reviewed by Beauty Insider, announced today that it has partnered with development company Oakscale.

Dale Carnegie announced a new franchise partner group has purchased the British Columbia territory of the franchise.

Caribou Coffee’s signature holiday menu returns with more ways to sip your seasonal favorites than ever before. No one is doing holiday like Caribou Coffee.

Office Evolution has selected Greetly as the brand’s preferred visitor check-in app for their franchise network.

Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only southern inspired, fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today it will be expanding in Florida with its newest restaurant in Brandon.

Woofie’s, an emerging business in the $70 billion professional pet care industry, has just opened Woofie’s Academy™ at Woofie’s corporate offices in Ashburn, Virginia.

Somerset Hills Hotel, a Tapestry Collection by Hilton™ property, set to re-open doors in January 2020, announced today the appointment of Paul Marsico as director of sales and marketing.