The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

GNC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNC), a global health and wellness brand that helps people live well, today pledged to donate $200,000 to the FitOps Foundation and are encouraging its customers to follow suit.

G.I.HAUL®, a Pittsburgh-based, full-service residential and commercial junk and waste removal company that exclusively awards franchises to U.S. military veterans, has signed its first ever franchise agreement.

Glory Days Grill is proud to announce an award received at the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging & Travel Association’s (VRLTA) 2019 Ordinary Awards Dinner on October 10, 2019.

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a Management Agreement with leading hospitality supplier, The Arabian Hospitality Company, to open Holiday Inn Madinah West in 2022.

Engel & Völkers Florida hosted their ninth annual Leadership Summit on Thursday, September 26 at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa in Bonita Springs.

RAVE Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: RAVE) today announced that its Board of Directors has named Brandon L. Solano as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.

In this new role, Steve will be responsible for asset management, including dispositions, restructurings and actively managing investment positions, with a focus on our Europe, Middle East, Asia & Africa (EMEAA) & Greater China regions.

Domino's (NYSE: DPZ), the largest pizza company in the world based on global retail sales, is ready to raise funds for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital® online and in stores across the country.

Wyndham Rewards announced it has once again been named the best hotel loyalty program in the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards and that the Wyndham Rewards® Visa® Card has been named the best travel and hotel co-branded credit...

Christian Brothers Automotive recently gathered top service managers and technicians from across its franchise system for a four-day “Mastering the Difference” workshop.

DivaDance®, the pop music-inspired dance class experience for adults with a mission to inspire confidence and build a community, is entering the Tampa market.

Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ announced today Tint World® of Lenexa, under the ownership of local entrepreneur Austin Gurba and co-owners Evan Gurba.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that Hyatt Place Aruba Airport is officially open, marking the second Hyatt-branded hotel in Aruba and fourth Hyatt Place hotel in the Caribbean.

The Glass Guru recently welcomed the organization’s newest owners to the franchise network.

The holidays are right around the corner and Christmas Decor, the nation’s leading holiday lighting and decorating company, is gearing up for a busy season.

Hilton announced the opening of Conrad Hangzhou Tonglu, a new hillside resort with 79 spacious suites, including 11 villas. The hotel offers a natural haven nestled beside the picturesque Fenshui Tianxi Lake in Tonglu.

N-Hance Wood Refinishing has announced plans to add 25 new territories throughout Texas, secured through strategic franchise partnerships, within the next three years.

The donations are part of the Brand It Blue Initiative, an endeavor of the company’s philanthropic committee.

Park Inn by Radisson, Radisson Hotel Group’s upper midscale hotel brand, is pleased to announce that the renovation of the four-star Park Inn by Radisson, Sheremetyevo Airport Moscow in Russia is now complete.

Any Lab Test Now®, a national franchise offering retail direct-access lab testing, just landed on the Franchise Times Top 200+ for the fourth year in a row, and is standing out as a top performer in the health and medical industry.

While signaling the end of 2019’s peak selling season, September home sales rose 8.1% year-over-year - the largest year-over-year increase since November 2016.

Venture X, a premium membership-based workspace community for entrepreneurs and businesses, recently announced plans for a grand opening at their newest location in Pleasanton, CA.

Marriott International announced today the company has reached an agreement with the board of Elegant Hotels Group plc on the terms of a recommended all cash offer for Elegant.

This week Wendy's is bringing its beloved Carolina Classic Burger to all restaurant menus across North and South Carolina.

Coolgreens - the healthy lifestyle eatery that “feeds your life” - announced today that it has promoted Amanda Powell to vice president of operations after she joined the team in June 2018 as director of operations and training.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has signed a 10-year extension of its existing master franchising agreement with Choice Hotels Japan and expects to open more than 30 new Comfort hotels in the market by 2033.

Today, Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative, announced it has enhanced capability to micro-target direct mail and email marketing efforts.

FirstLight® Home Care, the leading national provider of non-medical home care, has been named by Franchise Business Review as a Top Franchise for Veterans, a Top Senior Care Franchise and one of the year’s Most Innovative Franchises.

Planet Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: PLNT) one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the U.S. and home of the Judgement Free Zone®, has been recognized for excellence in customer service and growth.

The Alzheimer’s Association has renewed its recognition of DementiaWise® created by ComForCare, a premier provider of in-home care.

Cookies by Design® today announced its first multi-unit International Master Franchise Agreement for development of the Ontario, Canada market.    

Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the signing of the first Radisson-branded hotel in Russia.

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced that the company entered into a management agreement with Ikeda Hotel Management Co., Ltd. to open DoubleTree by Hilton Toyama in 2022.

Farmer Boys, the Southern California-based fast casual concept known for its award-winning burgers and exceptional service, will open doors at 23190 Cajalco Expressway in Perris, Calif. in November.

FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. (“FAT Brands” or the “Company”), parent company of Fatburger, is proud to announce its latest menu addition, vegan milkshakes.

Restoration 1®, one of the fastest-growing and most-trusted restoration franchises in North America, announces the first franchisee to also purchase complementary business, bluefrog Plumbing + Drain.

Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced the launch of its newly developed marketing suite, Current by Sotheby's International Realty®.

Clean Juice kicks off the launch of its limited-time fall menu by debuting its first-ever seasonal Greenoa™ Bowl.

Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced that it has purchased the 270-room W New York – Union Square in the heart of Manhattan's dynamic Union Square neighborhood.

Medifast, Inc. (NYSE: MED) will announce financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2019 on Thursday, November 7, 2019, after market close.

Sustainable junk removal service The Junkluggers recently finalized an agreement with experienced franchisees Ryan and Sarah Barclay to acquire ownership rights to the company’s current location in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Voted “Ireland's City Hotel” at the recent 2019 Gold Medal Awards, Conrad Dublin is the perfect chic retreat to stay over the Christmas holiday.

Whitbread, the owner of Premier Inn working with its development partners Greenleaf Group and Warren Private, has secured a deal for a new Premier Inn hotel in Cork city centre, marking its first site in Ireland outside of Dublin.

Taco Bell and Xbox have once again joined forces to create a food and gaming experience like no other, giving fans everywhere the perfect recipe for an epic game night.

Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) today announced operating results for the third quarter of 2019.

he Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, an award-winning restaurant honoring Greek tradition and hospitality, adds to its loyal following by offering catering services.

The conference, which is the largest private gathering of franchise brands and career transition coaches, celebrated the 35th anniversary of TES at the Marriott Harbor Beach Resort and Spa in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Scooter’s Coffee, best known for its convenient drive-thru specialty coffee and baked-from-scratch pastries, added a new location to the state of Kansas with the company’s debut store in Great Bend.

Villa Italian Kitchen, one of America’s favorite quick-service pizza brands, is proud to shine the spotlight on two flavor-packed menu items, available at participating locations nationwide starting on October 16.

Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today net income for the quarter ended September 28, 2019.

Century 21 Real Estate LLC, a subsidiary of Realogy Holdings Corp., today announced the appointment of Mark Westphale as the organization's new chief growth officer.

ZIPS Dry Cleaners is opening the first of 12 stores signed in a development deal that spans the Portland metro area.

Comfort hotels, franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), welcomed a newly constructed Comfort Inn & Suites in Sarasota, Florida.

Noodles & Company (NASDAQ: NDLS) today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss its third quarter 2019 financial results on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. ET.

Vitality Bowls announced today that it has been ranked on Franchise Times’ Top 200+ list, the most comprehensive ranking of the 500 largest franchise systems in the United States.

Lapels Dry Cleaning announced the conversion of two of its locations in the greater Phoenix area to GreenEarth®.

Firehouse Subs announces the grand opening of its first location in Kernersville at 1020 S. Main St., Suite B.

Engel & Völkers Florida today announced Peter Giese has joined its corporate team, bringing over 30 years of industry experience to further amplify growth within the Engel & Völkers Florida network.

Interim HealthCare Inc.’s Senior Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations, Lesly Cardec, will participate in a panel discussion, “Building Your Value,” at the Miami Women’s Leadership Summit, October 17.

As consumers increasingly seek personalization in their lives, GNC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNC) today announced the launch of its new personalized wellness program, GNC4U.

For Sam Sa, who owns four Meineke Car Care Centers in New Jersey and previously worked with a restaurant franchise, those were return on investment, operational efficiency, economic resiliency and an eye toward technology and innovation.

Build-A-Bear Workshop®, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) and iHeartMedia, the leading audio company in America, today announced that Build-A-Bear Radio™ will now be available on the free iHeartRadio app.