The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

9Round Franchising, LCC founder and CEO, Shannon Hudson, was formally recognized last month as one of EY’s Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2019 finalists for the Southeast region.

Firehouse Subs announces the grand opening of its first location in Toronto, Ontario at 1970 St. Clair Avenue West, Unit 103, on Sunday, July 14, under the ownership of Adam Preston and Patrick Morris.

Realty ONE Group has relaunched a new, improved training program for its real estate professionals, the first in a line of new releases for ONE University, internationally known as ONE.U.

Warner Music Group's Arts Music division and Warner Chappell Music have entered into an exclusive global music partnership with Build-A-Bear Workshop, the popular global brand specializing in customizable stuffed animals, to launch Build-A-Bear...

We meat again! To kick off the summer season and add more SoCal flair to the menu, Chronic Tacos has re-introduced the very popular Surf N Turf Burrito.

Home2 Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) All Suites portfolio, announced today its newest property, Home2 Suites by Hilton Smithfield Providence.

IHG®, (InterContinental Hotels Group) announces the opening of the new-build 100-room Holiday Inn Express® & Suites Ensenada Centro hotel in Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico.

Veteran Shark Tank is going national. The annual program to find the best Veteran business concept is expanding to four cities before finalists convene in Philadelphia for the ultimate showdown.

The top cruise travel agency franchise in North America, Expedia CruiseShipCenters, continues to exceed expectations as they book their clients on the perfect cruise adventure.

Hard Rock International recently debuted its new flagship location in London's iconic Piccadilly Circus providing a look into the new brand vision for Hard Rock Cafes globally.

City Hall of Dallas grants bid to Dickey’s Barbecue Pit to open and operate the building’s first full-menu and sit-down dining option.

Cinnaholic, the gourmet cinnamon roll bakery acclaimed for serving innovative plant-based cinnamon roll creations, announced today record-breaking growth in the first half of 2019.

Farmer Boys brings back a fan-favorite, the Smokehouse Bacon Cheeseburger, alongside the new Smokehouse Bacon Double Cheeseburger.

Big Blue Swim School is officially coming to South Florida, Orlando and South Carolina, thanks to the recent five-unit signing of accomplished franchisee duo Adryenne Hearne-Alvarez and Derek Hearne.

Brightway Insurance, a market-leading insurance distribution company and one of the largest Personal Lines insurance agencies in the country, announced Bob Hitchcock as the company’s Chief Technology Officer.

Fast-casual restaurant concept Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers announced today it has opened its first international location in the Dubai Mall.

The business world is one of evolution, taking men and women from courageous entrepreneurs to successful, proven business model veterans who eventually seek to grow their business through franchising.

Senior Helpers®, the nation's premier provider of in-home senior care, announced the appointment of Dr. Alan Abrams, a well-known, highly respected physician specializing in geriatric medicine, to its Board of Directors.

Generation NEXT Franchise Brands, Inc. (OTCQB: VEND) announced today a pilot at select Bed Bath & Beyond® stores for Generation NEXT’s subsidiary, Print Mates™ digital photo printing kiosks.

Denny’s Corporation (NASDAQ: DENN) will announce financial and operating results for its second quarter ended June 26, 2019 on Tuesday, July 30, 2019 after the markets close.

Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the signing of the first Radisson-branded hotel in Georgia, further driving the expansion of the group’s upscale brand across Europe, the Middle East & Africa (EMEA).

Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has a track record of discovering the world’s most out of the ordinary destinations in which to create exceptional guest experiences.

Supercuts®, the leader in value-haircut brands owned by Regis Corporation, announced the launch of a new brand campaign, part of its larger shift and investment in strategic marketing.

Noodles & Company announced an offer for all mac-loving NoodlesREWARDS members to snag a free small bowl of Wisconsin Mac & Cheese with the purchase of a regular entrée on Sunday, July 14.

As part of its commitment to encouraging entrepreneurship, Regus is offering the opportunity to develop its franchise business centre concept in 14 African countries.

Fazoli’s is spotlighting its culinary innovation skills by giving guests the dish they crave - Baked Chicken Parmigiano - three different ways.

Company-operated Roy Rogers restaurants in Maryland and Virginia are now offering food delivery through DoorDash, and franchise locations will be added soon.

The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) will release its second quarter 2019 results before the market opens on Wednesday, August 7.

Las Vegas is among the top ten cities in the United States with the largest homeless population.

The Chateau Avalon, winner of the Kansas City Visitors Choice award for six straight years, is the latest addition to the Ascend Hotel Collection's portfolio of resort, boutique and historic hotels.

BAB, Inc. (OTCQB: BABB), announced its financial results for the second quarter ended May 31, 2019.

A&W Restaurants nationwide will give away free Root Beer Floats and collect donations for Disabled American Veterans (DAV) on National Root Beer Float Day, Tuesday, August 6.

Tami Bonnell, CEO of EXIT Realty Corp. International, today announced that real estate veteran, Wayne Hall, has acquired the subfranchisor rights to EXIT Realty in Louisiana.

It's that time of year everyone loves, when 7-Eleven throws a birthday bash as big as America.

The nation's newest Detail Garage will be a family affair. The store’s grand opening will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, July 13, at 5879 Babcock Road.

TCBY, the world’s original frozen yogurt brand, is celebrating National Cheesecake Day all month long with limited-time-only swirl flavors, Strawberry Cheesecake and Cookies & Cream Cheesecake.

Firehouse Subs is starting the summer season with Caribbean flavors featured in its newest menu item - the Jamaican Jerk Turkey Sub - available now at all U.S. and Puerto Rico Firehouse Subs restaurants.

9Round Franchising, LLC, recently finalized an agreement for future franchise development in the Latin American countries of Colombia and Panama.

Texas Roadhouse, Inc. (NasdaqGS: TXRH) announced today that it will release second quarter 2019 financial results on Monday, July 29, 2019 after the market close.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE:CHH), one of the world's largest lodging franchisors, will report its 2019 second quarter earnings results before the market opens on Tuesday, August 6, 2019.

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) has announced the opening of its sixteenth Hotel Indigo® in the UK, in the heart of the notable city of Chester

Ben & Jerry's has created a limited run of Big Freedia's Bouncing Beignets to honor the Queen of Bounce and her on-going support of local New Orleans non-profits; No Kid Hungry, Upturn Arts and Liberty's Kitchen.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of Hyatt Regency Chantilly, set along the Nonette River in the historic town of Chantilly.

Tech repair brand uBreakiFix opens its newest location, uBreakiFix Newport, on July 5 at 52 Carothers Road.

Beginning July 5, Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) is celebrating 25 years of serving the world flavor

Lydia Chan is the proud owner of Kumon Math and Reading Center of Beacon.

Tech repair brand uBreakiFix opened uBreakiFix Daphne on May 13 at 6883 US Highway 90, Suite 104.

Premier Inn has opened the doors of its latest hotel in central Bangor. The 85-bedroom hotel is the eighth Premier Inn in Northern Ireland and takes the business to 800 bedrooms across the country.

Century 21 Real Estate LLC announced that 34 of its relentless affiliated agents held industry-best top positions in the eighth annual National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) Top 250 Latino Agents.

Luby's, Inc. (NYSE: LUB) announced today that it will release its third quarter fiscal 2019 financial results on Monday, July 15, 2019 before the market opens.

Tech repair brand uBreakiFix opened its newest location, uBreakiFix Mobile, on July 1 at 5701 Old Shell Rd Suite 200.

Romacorp, Inc., the parent company of Tony Roma’s® dares guests to dive face-first into their world-famous Baby Back Ribs and put on their best #RibFace this summer with the launch of their annual #RibFace social media competition.

Starting July 1, a limited number of Kids Cards are available for purchase at Joey's Seafood Restaurants across Canada.

Pet Supplies Plus is advising consumers it is recalling bulk pig ear product supplied to all locations by several different vendors due to the potential of Salmonella contamination.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) announced today that it will report second quarter 2019 results on Thursday, July 25, 2019.

Firehouse Subs announces the grand opening of its first location in Port Orange, Florida, at 1465 Dunlawton Avenue, Suite 102.

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) has signed a management agreement with Warisan City Development Sdn Bhd for a new build Holiday Inn within the lively Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) vicinity.