The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Scooter’s Coffee is celebrating the company’s debut in Pittsburg at 2414 N Broadway by giving back to an important cause.

Rail passengers will now be able to grab their morning coffee on-the go, as the nation’s favourite coffee shop*, Costa Coffee, opens the doors on its first ‘commuter-focused’ concept store in Lewisham, London.

This Fall, Yogurtland, the ever-popular, self-serve frozen yogurt industry leader, is expanding its flavor offerings to include a collection of two new handcrafted flavors inspired by culinary artisans for a contemporary flavor experience.

Creative Colors International, the nation’s leading on-site repair and restoration franchise, could make you reconsider. The company was just recognized by Entrepreneur magazine on its prestigious list of the top franchises under for $100,000.

Come celebrate with us on Saturday, September 7th. Big Air Trampoline Park® is thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of our new location in Branson, MO.

Einstein Bros.® Bagels, the nation’s leading bagel house, is gearing up for the unveiling of its pumpkin-packed fall menu.

Conrad London St. James and Hilton Paris Opera offer guests the chance to visit two of the most renowned cities in the world, in just one trip.

Dog Haus, the craft casual concept known for its gourmet hot dogs, sausages, burgers and one-of-a-kind creations, is set to open its second Chicago location inside Kitchen United’s brand new Eats on Sedgwick.

Mayweather Boxing + Fitness - a group fitness and boxing experience created by legendary boxer Floyd Mayweather - announced today the brand has signed a multi-unit territory development deal in South Florida.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is introducing slow-smoked chicken wings to their line-up this fall and fans can score their wings or fall-off-the-bone pork ribs in a variety of new, bold flavors.

Help us make a child's dreams of tomorrow a reality today by turning peppers into works of heart during our annual Chili's® Grill & Bar Create-A-Pepper campaign today through Sept. 30 benefiting the children of St. Jude Children's Research...

Handyman Connection, a home repair company in operation for more than 25 years, announced today it has sold its Boise, Idaho location to new franchisees Chris and Gina Nordsieck.

Houlihan's Restaurant + Bar just made it possible to enjoy their Famous 'Shrooms, the Char-crusted Ahi Tuna Salad or even the Kansas City Burger without leaving your home.

With over 1,075 open properties, the All Suites brands by Hilton, consisting of Embassy Suites by Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton, and Home2 Suites by Hilton, had a Q2 marked by expansion particularly into airport and urban locations.

Hurricane Dorian continues to gain momentum and is expected to make initial landfall on the Florida peninsula Sunday.

On its continued quest for world domination-er, global expansion, rather - Teriyaki Madness is seeking qualified franchise partners to help introduce the brand to new and hungry audiences around the world.

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) today announced plans for its annual celebration of National Teddy Bear Day to be held in store locations around the globe, starting on September 7 leading into the holiday on September 9, 2019.

Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the introduction of its new global Responsible Business training program, Living and Leading Responsible Business.

Duck Donuts will kick off its third annual franchise-wide Quack Gives Back Campaign supporting Gabe’s Chemo Duck Program, aligned with Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

I Heart Mac & Cheese, a fast-casual concept specializing today announced it has signed a franchise agreement with BG Foodservice, which will open a Stuart, Florida location in December 2019.

GNC Holdings Inc., a leading global health and wellness brand, today announced its GNC Live Well Foundation partnered with Operation Homefront to support military families for the upcoming school year.

Set your sights Sky High. W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International Inc., today announced the much-anticipated opening of W Aspen & The Sky Residences at W Aspen, located at the base of the world-renowned, eponymous mountain.

Edible Arrangements is launching a new way to birthday with its handcrafted fresh fruit creations in September, the most common birthday month in the U.S.

Valvoline Inc. announced today that is has acquired a quick lube in Murfreesboro, Tennessee that is now operating as a company-owned Valvoline Instant Oil ChangeSM (VIOC) service center.

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) today reported results for the second quarter and 26 weeks ended August 3, 2019.

Now Optics, a leading eye health provider offering accessible and affordable eye care under the retail brands Stanton Optical and My Eyelab, recently named two women to its leadership team.

H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) today released its financial results for the fiscal 2020 first quarter ended July 31, 2019.

Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced that, following the completion of the planned spin-off of Old Navy, the new public company, currently referred to as NewCo, will retain the Gap Inc. name.

The Maids International, the corporate headquarters for The Maids franchise network, is celebrating 40 years in franchising.

CARSTAR TCA - Lauderdale Lakes was handling a typical collision repair when they learned that their customer, who had been living in her car, was sleeping on benches and under bridges while awaiting insurance approval of the repairs.

Cold Stone Creamery® is excited to partner with Nintendo to introduce a delicious Creation™ and ice cream cake. Guests can enjoy seeing their favorite Nintendo characters on three special edition cups at any Cold Stone Creamery location...

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) announced today that it's hosting a buy-one-get-one (BOGO) entrée or kid's meal for in-restaurant diners wearing a youth soccer jersey, during Labor Day weekend.

L&L Hawai‘i, the leading Hawaii-based restaurant franchise, has appointed Elisia Flores as chief executive officer and vice-chair.

Always Best Care Senior Services, one of the leading senior care franchise systems in the United States, announced today that it has opened its newest franchise in Tarpon Springs, Fla.

919 Marketing is proud to be recognized as the fastest-growing franchise PR firm in the country. The company is ranked for the third time on the Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.

After two months of fundraising, bd’s Mongolian Grill announced today a $50,000 donation to No Kid Hungry as a result of the Company’s joint efforts.

CARSTAR joined the team from Nationwide Insurance to sponsor the Nationwide Children’s Championship - the annual fundraiser for Nationwide Children’s Hospital Pediatric Cancer Program.

hronic Tacos is showing appreciation to all hardworking school staff members this Back-to-School season with a Teacher Appreciation Day on September 7, 2019.

As The Habit Burger Restaurants (Nasdaq: HABT) marks its 50th anniversary, the company is partnering with No Kid Hungry for the fifth consecutive year to help end childhood hunger in America.

Homewatch CareGivers, the leading home care company with more than 200 franchised units across 34 states domestically, has been recognized as a leading franchise brand for women.

Just five months after launching new land technology as a result of the continuous double-digit land vacation sales growth, Dream Vacations continues to create innovative systems that simplify the booking process for its home-based travel agents.

Glory Days Grill opens its 12th Florida location in Tallahassee, Florida on August 28th, 2019, right before the kickoff of football season.

Mexican fast-casual restaurant Überrito today announced plans to open in Houston’s Memorial area this fall. The opening will be Überrito’s sixth Houston-area location, following the recently announced expansion to San Antonio.

Detail Garage, the destination store for all car lovers, is opening its newest location and the first in Georgia in Alpharetta.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Comwell Hotels today announced the signing of an exclusive agreement to open multiple hotels under the Dolce Hotels and Resorts by Wyndham brand in Denmark.

Brightway Insurance has provided its Franchise Owners with tools to use to recruit, hire and train new talent for years, but today the company introduced a new tool to Franchise Owners that takes that support to the next level.

Dippin' Dots, America's leading flash frozen beaded ice cream brand, has signed a trademark and technology licensing agreement with a group of South American entrepreneurs who will build a manufacturing facility in Brazil.

Chicken Salad Chick, the nation's only southern inspired, fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today it will be expanding in North Carolina with its newest restaurant in Matthews.

Pie Five Pizza today announced that Scott Black has joined the team as vice president of operations.

Jimmy's Egg® Franchise Group, TEXAS EGG PARTNERS LLC, is set to open its fourth location in the state of Texas at 6004 S. Broadway Avenue, Tyler, TX, to the public in late September.

Main Squeeze Juice Company is continuing its unprecedented growth in the Houston area.

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes, a fast casual, “better burger” chain, is ready to satisfy the taste buds of burger enthusiasts in Orlando.

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 location in Anderson Township.

KW Luxury Homes International and Keller Williams Peninsula Estates proudly announces the addition of The Laugesen Team, Coldwell Banker’s #1 producing team in Northern California.

AtWork Group, a fast-growing national staffing and recruiting franchise, announced today that it was included in the Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) 2019 report on the Largest Staffing Firms in the United States.

Jisella Dolan, Global Chief Advocacy Officer at Home Instead, Inc., has been appointed to the RAISE Family Caregiving Advisory Council by the Administration for Community Living.

Sustainable junk removal service The Junkluggers ranked number 2,825 on the 2019 Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing companies.

Edible Arrangements® presented Virginia multi-unit franchisee Cheryl Baugher, Arizona manager Penny Kovara and New Jersey franchisee Trishna Desai with three of the top awards at its convention last month held at the Orlando World Center...

Tech repair brand uBreakiFix opened its newest location, uBreakiFix Deltona, on August 23, 2019 at 3140 Howland Blvd., Suite 101.

Restoration 1®, one of the fastest-growing and most-trusted restoration franchises in North America, announced today that the brand has opened its milestone 200th franchise location in Montgomery, Alabama.

Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced that it's expanding an initiative to replace tiny, single-use toiletry bottles of shampoo, conditioner and bath gel in guestroom showers with larger, pump-topped bottles.

The UK Real Estate specialist was joined by LaSalle Investment Management (“LaSalle”) and Whitbread, who will operate the hotel under its Premier Inn brand, including a Bar + Block Steakhouse.

Scooter’s Coffee, best known for its convenient drive-thru specialty coffee and baked-from-scratch pastries, added its first location to the state of Nevada with the company’s opening on South Eastern Avenue and East Warm Springs Road.

Pizza Inn is about to introduce a delicious pizza with flavors reminiscent of fall, just in time for back-to-school season!

Farmer Boys®, the farm fresh fast casual concept known for its award-winning burgers and friendly service, has selected Southern California-based high school teacher, Mona Godfrey, as the first ever Bacon Intern.