The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Art Van Furniture will proudly pledge its allegiance to its customers and the country in celebration of the Fourth of July again this year.

Realogy is well represented in the recently released National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP®) 2019 Top 250 Latino Agents report.

“We are thrilled to have Will as part of Keller Williams family,” said Brandon Hamby, broker associate of Keller Williams Jacksonville Realty.

Mathias Gerds has been appointed to the role of general manager at Evason Ana Mandara in Nha Trang, Vietnam.

Blink Fitness, the premium quality, affordable fitness brand is excited to announce the grand opening of its 86th location in Queens Village.

Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation is set to steer the industry-leading brand to long-term growth with the announcement today of an expanded executive leadership team.

Randy Heuer’s career has always been focused on serving the community. Now he’s looking forward to focusing on that mission in a new way with his new business, TruBlue Total House Care of Delano.

My Eyelab is expanding its retail presence to nine locations in Atlanta, adding two new stores in Dunwoody and Smyrna opening on July 1 and 15 jobs to the local market.

Johnny Rockets introduces a new summer-inspired menu with over-the-top BBQ menu items and enticing shakes - and with none of the hassles of at-home grilling.

Following the Group’s acquisition by Jin Jiang International and Sino-Cee Fund late last year, Radisson Hotel Group and its shareholders have together identified several opportunities to realize the true potential of the Chinese market.

Christian Brothers Automotive, the faith-based automotive repair franchise, announced today that it has been ranked second in Forbes magazine’s “Best Franchises to Buy” list in the category of high-investment franchises.

Ideal Image MedSpa announced the expansion of the company’s franchising opportunities and a new franchise leadership team, effective immediately.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit gives guests more reasons to celebrate summer with an array of enticing offers including catering specials, $1 Big Yellow Cups, Kids Eat Free Sundays and more.

Vitality Bowls, the leading superfood café, is hosting a nationwide social media contest encouraging fans and customers to share how they get out and stay active during the summer.

Whitbread has officially opened the Isle of Man’s first Premier Inn hotel, situated on Market Street in Douglas.

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® is gearing up for its busiest moving weekend of the year from Friday, June 28 to Sunday, June 30.

Today, the Local Search Association and SOCi, launched the first-ever Localized Social Marketing (LSM) Benchmark Report in which Mosquito Joe was recognized for its localized social marketing efforts.

The popular west coast sandwich innovator completely remodeled one corporate and two franchise owned locations to dramatically improve the overall guest experience with faster speed of service and a more contemporary dining environment.

Famous Dave’s has announced the appointment of KC Glaser as its new Director of Marketing.

milliCare Floor & Textile Care, a franchise network of high-quality carpet care professionals, announces the addition of a new franchise in Atlanta.

Dryer Vent Wizard, North America's leading dryer maintenance and repair franchise, honored outstanding achievement across its franchise system.

Poolwerx is the world's only global retail pool brand and the largest in the pool service industry.

HI-CHEW™ and Menchie's Frozen Yogurt, North America's largest self-serve frozen yogurt franchise, have teamed up to announce this summer's go-to new sweet treat: HI-CHEW™ Dragon Fruit Frozen Yogurt.

In celebration of Independence Day on Thursday, July 4, Einstein Bros.® Bagels, the nation’s leading bagel house, is offering red, white, and blue bagels for a limited time.

Creamistry has opened the newest Orange County, Calif. location in Yorba Linda.

HouseMaster®, the first and most experienced home inspection brand in North America, was recently named a top franchise by Franchise Business Review in its 2019 Top Multi-Unit Franchises Report.

For 24 years, 7-Eleven, Inc. and its popular Operation Chill® program have been doing just that.

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, will open its first hotel in the Northern part of Poland at the beginning of July: the Holiday Inn® Gdansk - City Centre.

Generation NEXT Franchise Brands, Inc. announced today that its flagship subsidiary, Reis & Irvy’s, has partnered with World Franchise Associates to expand the brand to the Middle East and North Africa region.

Underscoring its commitment to supplier diversity, Marriott International, Inc. announced that, for the first time in its history, it expects to spend $500 million in 2019 with women-owned businesses for goods and services.

Hyatt Place Fresno, the first Hyatt Place hotel in Fresno, Calif., is officially open.

QDOBA Mexican Eats® today announced that thanks to multi-unit operator, Premier Queso Kings, LLC, guests across the south will soon be able to enjoy QDOBA’S signature offerings locally.

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) today announces continued strong momentum for its avid™ hotels brand with nearly 50 projects approved for planning or currently under construction.

Radisson Hotel Group™ is proud to announce the signing of the Asia Pacific region’s inaugural Radisson Collection hotel, to be located in Australia’s alluring Blue Mountains.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) announced today it's offering the favorite orders of soccer stars Julie Ertz, Lindsey Horan and Rose Lavelle exclusively online and in the Chipotle app for a limited time.

Art Van Furniture will make one car-loving enthusiast’s dream come true during its 60th anniversary celebration.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced the introduction of Alila Hotels into the World of Hyatt loyalty program beginning June 25, 2019

Hyatt Place Poughkeepsie, the first Hyatt Place hotel in Poughkeepsie, NY, is officially open.

Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM) today announced that Chris Turner, 44, will join the Company as Chief Financial Officer, reporting to Chief Executive Officer Greg Creed, effective August 8, 2019.

The Wendy's Company announced that one of its indirect, special purpose subsidiaries (the "Master Issuer") has completed the sale of $400 million of its Series 2019-1 3.783% Fixed Rate Senior Secured Notes.

Premier Inn is today revealing the UK’s most popular landmarks for the Instagram generation – and the results are surprising.

Wingstop Inc. announced it will relocate its corporate headquarters to Addison, Texas, just north of Dallas, and has signed an agreement to acquire a 78,000 square foot state-of-the-art office building for $18.3 million.

BurgerFi, one of the nation's fastest-growing gourmet burger chains, is pleased to announce that it is bringing the fast-casual, high-quality food concept to Puerto Rico for the first time.

Tough Mudder Bootcamp, started by the Tough Mudder active lifestyle and media brand, continues to tackle obstacles with its first franchise location opening in Progress Ridge.

Caring Transitions, a Cincinnati-based senior relocation, estate sale, and liquidation company, recently announced Ray Fabik as the new brand president.

Gloria Jean’s Coffee is excited to announce the opening of its new location in Grandville at the RiverTown Crossings Mall, across from Dick Sporting Goods.

A Stewartstown couple has opened a franchise location of Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services, fulfilling a longtime dream.

Romacorp, Inc., the parent company of Tony Roma’s® - the world’s largest casual dining concept specializing in ribs - announced today a new restaurant opening in Torrejón, Spain.

BrightStar Care, one of the nation's leading private duty home care and medical staffing franchise, has announced the opening of its newest location in Savage.

Baskin-Robbins is turning back time to the summer of 1985 in Hawkins, Indiana, as it brings Scoops Ahoy, the iconic ice cream shop from Stranger Things 3, to life.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest hotel franchisors, has announced five leadership roles to advance the company's corporate priorities and drive growth.

Fast-growing teriyaki shop concept Teriyaki Madness just made it a whole lot easier for fans to access its big bowls of awesomeness.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC announced today that RE/MAX Registry, a residential real estate brokerage firm serving Temecula Valley, is the newest member of its franchise network.

PINCHO, the renowned Miami-based Latin American Kitchen, is celebrating the brand’s start with a symbolic $6.27 deal, commemorating the brand’s unconventional start.

Tech repair brand uBreakiFix opens its newest location, uBreakiFix Sarnia, on June 24 at 1249 London Road, Unit # N201.

Valvoline Inc. today introduced Valvoline™ All Engine Clean Intake Cleaner and Valvoline™ All Engine Clean Fuel Rail Cleaner.

Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa was recently named a winner of Franchise Update Media's inaugural Franchise Innovation Awards, which recognizes the best innovations in franchising.

On the job safety compliance is relevant to every industry, and Fully Promoted offers a complete line of safety products designed to enhance the safety of employees and protect them while they work.

Instant Imprints®, an award-winning provider of custom-branded apparel and gear, is seeking funding to capitalize on exciting growth opportunities.

Crunch Franchise announced today a new partnership with Culture Index, a strategic advisory firm specializing in talent acquisition and retention.