The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

MyFit18 announced today the launch of a first-of-its-kind, truly zero-staff fitness franchise opportunity that entrepreneurs manage remotely – from the comfort of their home or the other side of the country.

Wayback Burgers is partnering with WWE (NYSE:WWE) and 2K Sports for the “Wayback Burgers and WWE 2K Text2Win Sweepstakes” offering new, limited-time, mouth-watering menu items and amazing WWE prizes.

NEXTAFF, an industry leader in identifying quality talent for businesses, announced today the company has joined forces with Denver entrepreneur Dane LaRiviere to open NEXTAFF’s first location in Colorado.

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes, a fast casual, “better burger” franchise, is gearing up to open in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania on December 16th.

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

Big Blue Swim School, one of the fastest-growing swim school franchises, was ranked among the Top 100 Game Changers by Franchise Dictionary Magazine for the second consecutive year.

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, North America’s leading family camping and entertainment franchise, celebrated its 50th anniversary by posting record system sales for the 12th consecutive year.

PrideStaff, a national, franchised staffing organization, is pleased to announce that their Fresno and Visalia offices were once again named to the Best of Central Valley Business List by The Business Journal.

Michelle Fee, CEO and founder of Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award during the 2019 Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards Gala held at the Conrad New York.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the official opening of Andaz Dubai The Palm.

German Doner Kebab (GDK), part of the Hero Brands fast-casual restaurant portfolio, has continued to expand across the UK and internationally with support from HSBC UK.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit urges fans to share how they fuel their gameday as part of its new contest in search of America’s ultimate tailgater.

Alongside Griff Conti, a Fairfield County native and Owner/Operator of Franny's Farmacy Westport, Bedford Square, Tacy is bringing an array of CBD and hemp products to Westport’s historic Bedford Square.

JINYA Ramen Bar is pleased to announce a new franchise signing in Henderson, NV. The agreement is with an experienced restaurant operator who is a multi-unit operator with other brands.

To round out an impressive growth year, Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza is taking another slice of the Dallas market.

Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), welcomes the 50th and largest property to the brand in Anaheim, California.

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announced today the launch of IHG® Studio, a new digital in-room guest entertainment solution.

Walk-On's announced today that Founder & CEO Brandon Landry and Co-Owner & Partner - NFL quarterback - Drew Brees will be featured on the premiere episode of CBS' award-winning series Undercover Boss.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. announced that its board of directors has approved a 5% increase in the quarterly cash dividend on the company's common stock.

GNC Holdings, Inc., a leading global health and wellness brand, today announced the latest leadership addition as part of the business’ ongoing transformation to meet evolving consumer needs.

Good Times Restaurants Inc. today reported financial results for the fiscal fourth quarter and year ended September 24, 2019.

Regis Corporation (NYSE: RGS) today announced that it entered into a franchise arrangement with the Bushell Investment Group (BIG), which has acquired over 100 Supercuts® and Regis® salons in the United Kingdom from The Beautiful Group (TBG).

Dippin' Dots CEO Scott Fischer bought the beloved ice cream brand in 2012, and since then has catapulted the company into new points of presence and led the brand to record sales growth.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) President and CEO Pat Pacious has been named one of 2019's Best CEOs of large companies by Comparably, a workplace culture and compensation monitoring site.

Clean Juice has officially now partnered with multiple third-party delivery platforms including UberEats, DoorDash, Postmates and Grubhub across all of its locations.

Pho Hoa Noodle Soup, the leading North American based Vietnamese food franchise, announced the grand opening of a new location in Surrey, British Columbia.

Discovery Map International, Inc. recently added it will offer two days of sales mentoring in the franchise territory to its franchise offering.

Full enrollment rosters at Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academies are one indication of how well the early childhood education company’s Back 2 School campaign was received by families with young children.

Corner Bakery and Coca-Cola will gift one lucky winner each day from Dec. 12-23 as part of its 12 Days of Giftmas sweepstakes!

Pho Hoa Noodle Soup, the leading U.S.-based Vietnamese food franchise, announced the grand opening of two new locations by Silicon Valley Restaurant Group, LLC.

It’s a ChrisKwanKah Miracle! Smoke’s Poutinerie, the World’s Largest & Original Poutinerie, is helping Canadians get into the festive spirit with a Poutine inspired ornament!

Mighty Quinn’s is about to provide customers with a more eco-friendly barbeque experience.

Assisted Living Locators, a nationwide senior placement and referral franchise, has been ranked among the Top 100 Game Changers by Franchise Dictionary Magazine for the second straight year.

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is launching two hotels in Portugal under its Curio Collection by Hilton brand.

Jabz Boxing, a full-body circuit workout that utilizes boxing inspired exercises designed specifically for women, has earned its spot on Franchise Dictionary Magazine’s “TOP 100 Game Changers” of 2019 list.

Orangetheory® Fitness debuted today new technology that will lead to increased personalization, motivation and encouragement for members to live a longer, more vibrant life.

Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest chain of specialty ice cream shops, is taking the holiday season by storm with December’s Flavor of the Month, Jolly Mint.

Grumpy’s Restaurant, an award-winning full-service Americana breakfast diner, has just signed the lease for their third location.

The American craft beer bar and restaurant franchise, Beerhead Bar & Eatery, has much to look forward to as it closes out 2019 on a high note. The brand is set to enter Texas for the first time in the spring of 2020 with a new lease signing in...

Firehouse Subs® announces the grand opening of its first location in San Marcos, California at 727 W. San Marcos Blvd., Suite 104.

To celebrate its Grand Re-Opening on Wednesday the 11th of December, Just Cuts Ipswich will be offering the same high-quality Style Cuts cuts to all Clients.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) will host a conference call to discuss fourth quarter and full year 2019 financial results on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at 4:30 PM Eastern time.

Since expanding its 7Rewards loyalty program two years ago, 7-Eleven, Inc. has seen membership in the app-based platform almost triple (278 percent) from 9 million to 25 million members.

Legends Boxing, announced today the appointment of an industry leader as they begin their strong national expansion. Joining the team is franchise veteran Mr. Scott Hatter as President and COO.

As 2019 winds down, Del Taco’s expansion plans are still heating up. The brand, beloved for its Mexican and American fare, recently announced a development deal with multi-unit franchisee Mark Miller coupled with his acquisition of the Reno...

Franchise Business Review recently recognized Brightway Insurance as one of its Most Innovative Franchise Brands in 2019, ranking Brightway No. 33 out of the 100 brands featured on the list.

CertNexus announced that New Horizons was named Americas ATP of the Year at the inaugural Partner Meeting and Award Ceremony in Rochester, NY.

The holidays are almost here and Doc Popcorn, the world’s largest fresh-popped popcorn franchise retailer, is celebrating with the release of its new limited-batch flavor Sugar Cookie Crunch.

Known as “The Starbucks of Soap,” Buff City Soap is a healthy lifestyle brand that provides plant-based soap products, and it is opening the first of five Arizona locations this winter.

Cannabis One Holdings Inc. (CSE: CBIS) (“Cannabis One” or “CBIS”) and ONE Cannabis Group (“ONE”) announced today that they have entered into a definitive arrangement agreement to combine businesses.

Leading fast-casual restaurant concept Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers announced today that it has awarded a total of $25,000 to 20 recipients of the Bill Simon Memorial Scholarship.

A recent report from the CDC that was published by The Washington Post last month has only heightened the resolve for Enviro-Master Services to continue their aggressive expansion program into their major target markets.

Spherion is launching a national Workforce Clothing Drive this month to help individuals in need of work attire start the new year off ready to achieve their career goals.

Since committing to a nationwide expansion project NuSpine Franchise Systems, Inc. has been working with strategic partners to provide the best resources available.

Industry-leading franchise uBreakiFix brings top-tier smartphone repair to SmartCentres Mississauga in Meadowvale.

While 16% of business leaders and 30% of workers say they “love the holiday season at work,” the rest report a range of seasonal stressors in a new survey released today by Express Employment Professionals.

Young Americans would rather work in a coffee shop than in a high-paying trade, according to a new national survey that reveals an alarming stigma around trade schools and careers.

Domino's franchise-owned locations are looking to hire 500 new employees across 57 stores throughout San Diego County.

Experimax®, the retail leader in the sale and service of pre-owned devices and specializing in Apple© devices, has been recognized by Franchise Dictionary Magazine as one of the Top 100 Game Changers of 2019.fl

Global real estate brand, Engel & Völkers, announces its latest expansion in Northeast Florida with Engel & Völkers St. Augustine.

SERVPRO is proud to present the SERVPRO First Responder Bowl, scheduled to kick-off on December 30, 2019, at 12:30 ET at the Gerald J. Ford Stadium.

Greater Cincinnati athletes will soon have a better way to train and achieve their athletic goals. Athletic Republic, the leading sports performance training franchise, is opening in Blue Ash in early February of 2020.

Planet Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: PLNT), one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the U.S., today announced that Tom Fitzgerald has been appointed Chief Financial Officer.