The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLWS), a leading gourmet food and floral gift provider for all occasions, today reported results for its Fiscal 2019 third quarter ended March 31, 2019.

Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) today announced results for the fiscal third quarter ended March 27, 2019.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) today announced results for the three months ended March 31, 2019.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG), announced the publication of its 2018 Sustainability Report today, sharing how it's cultivating a better world with new initiatives and goals for sustainability.

Marriott International announced Homes & Villas by Marriott International, a home rental initiative offering 2,000 premium and luxury homes located in over 100 destinations throughout the United States, Europe, the Caribbean and Latin America.

Texas Roadhouse, Inc. (NasdaqGS: TXRH), today announced financial results for the 13 week period ended March 26, 2019.

Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh is continuing its commitment to crank up expansion.

Mark Worstell, an Evansville businessman, has opened Office Pride of Evansville, Ind.-Henderson, Ky., an independently owned and operated commercial cleaning franchise business.

Just two months shy of A&W Restaurants’ 100th anniversary, its Second Century Growth Initiative is kicking into high gear with the opening of a flagship company-owned restaurant in Singapore’s new Jewel Changi Airport

Robeks Fresh Juices and Smoothies announces the re-opening of its location at West End Plaza under new ownership.

Wayback Burgers recently hosted a national fundraiser with its nonprofit partner, the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA), and is seeking votes for its milkshake contest.

Tech repair brand uBreakiFix opened its newest location, uBreakiFix Lake Pleasant, on April 22 at 25101 N. Lake Pleasant Parkway.

On the move again, Blink Fitness is rapidly accelerating its growth into major markets across the United States.

Engel & Völkers Americas today announced it has acquired the brand’s California master franchise rights, inclusive of 26 real estate shops and more than 500 advisors, from previous owner Mathias Bode.

Beth Coffey, a former Hobby Lobby executive, has been hired to fill the Vice President of Sales and Marketing position at Woodcraft, according to an announcement by Jack Bigger, Woodcraft President/Chief Executive Officer.

John Grey Giffin, a young area manager for the Office Pride franchise in Frederick, Md., wants to do good while he’s doing his work.

Freshii Inc. today announced that Craig De Pratto, Chief Financial Officer, has advised the Company that he will resign from the organization to pursue another opportunity.

Generation Next Franchise Brands (OTCQB: VEND) announced today an increase in the estimate of Reis & Irvy’s unattended retail kiosks to be installed during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2019.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is simplifying and improving the process of opening a hotel for its franchisees with the launch of the new Openings Portal.

The Confederation of North, Central American and Caribbean Association of Football (Concacaf) announced today that Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) will be an official partner of the 2019 Concacaf Gold Cup, the confederation's official championship.

HomeSmart International, a technology-powered real estate franchisor, announced the launch of its RealSmart Agent (RSA) Mobile application in the iTunes app store today and coming soon to Google Play.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that it expects the number of Hyatt hotels in Saudi Arabia to double, with five additional Hyatt branded hotels to open by 2023, adding approximately 1,300 rooms to the region.

New research study, Drivers of Change in Hospitality, explores the changes we can expect as guest insight, technology optimization and the ability to hyper-personalize take effect.

Domino's Pizza has spent nearly 60 years answering the question, "Where's my pizza?" Delivery customers need not ask anymore, as Domino's is piloting a test of GPS driver tracking, in 27 corporate-owned stores throughout Phoenix.

Signarama, the world's largest sign franchise, has announced its expansion into Quebec, Canada's largest province by area - and a territory nearly three times the size of Texas.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with wasl Asset Management Group for the development of an Andaz branded hotel on the Palm Jumeirah.

Scooter’s Coffee, the Midwest-based coffee franchise that has experienced tremendous growth over the past year, added its first location in Garland, TX, with the company’s latest opening at 2904 Lavon Drive.

Bar Louie - the nation’s favorite Gastrobar - is teaming up with rocker Sammy Hagar to revolutionize Cinco de Mayo with a weekend-long Cabo de Mayo fiesta.

ZIPS Dry Cleaners has named franchise industry veteran Sam Wong as its new Vice President of Franchise Sales and Development.

Creamistry is set to continue its Dallas expansion with the opening of the fifth location owned and operated by Aamir and Aazim Rajani and Zeshan and Farhan Somani.

America is home to 2.1 million farms - and every person involved with farming has a story to tell. That's why Culver's created #FarmingFridays in 2016.

Nékter Juice Bar announced today that it will open its first location within a Whole Foods Market on May 22, 2019, in Porter Ranch, California, about 30 miles north of Los Angeles.

Club Pilates, the nation's largest Pilates franchise, is excited to announce a new partnership with Calm, the #1 sleep, relaxation and meditation app.

Terminix Service, Inc. will unveil the new official Guinness World Records' largest ant farm April 27 at Discovery Place Science here, in celebration of Arthropod Day.

Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) Hampton by Hilton, the global upper-midscale brand known for its commitment to providing unmatched guest service, today announced the opening of Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Puebla in Mexico.

To bring flavor home, Wingstop (NASDAQ:WING) has officially launched delivery in the company’s hometown of Dallas, Texas.

Scooter’s Coffee, the Midwest-based coffee franchise that has experienced tremendous growth over the past year, added its first location in Storm Lake, IA, with the company’s latest opening at 801 Seneca Street.

Chevys Fresh Mex is pulling out all the stops to create the most memorable Cinco de Mayo ever. Don't miss out on the biggest party of the year!

Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) today announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.106 per share of Valvoline common stock.

Beloved BC institution White Spot became the first restaurant chain to be honoured with the Ocean Wise® Sustainable Seafood Award at the 2019 Where To Dine Vancouver Awards.

Bloomin’ Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq:BLMN) today reported results for the first quarter 2019 (“Q1 2019”) compared to the first quarter 2018 (“Q1 2018”).

Romacorp, Inc., the parent company of Tony Roma’s®, is back with its Spring Gift Card Promotion just in time for Mother’s Day (May 12), Father’s Day (June 16) and graduation season.

Black Bear Diner, the fast-growing, family dining concept that offers a one-of-a-kind experience and home-style comfort food classics in a friendly, bear-themed atmosphere, launched an exciting new effort designed to elevate its dinner service.

CARSTAR, North America’s premier network of independently owned collision repair facilities, was one of the first multiple-location collision repair companies, founded in Kansas City in 1989.

The Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) board of directors declared today a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.95 per share payable June 10, 2019 to shareholders of record on May 21, 2019.

Goldfish Swim School Franchising, LLC, the leading premier learn-to-swim franchise concept, is jumping into National Water Safety Month (May) in a big way.

Home Instead Senior Care, the leading provider of in-home care for seniors, has named Barb Hoffmann its 2019 North American CAREGiverSM of the Year.

Deka Lash, the experts in eyelashes, announced today the opening of their newest studio in Florida.

Good Times Restaurants Inc. (Nasdaq: GTIM) today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss the second quarter of its 2019 fiscal year financial results on May 9, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. (ET).

DoubleTree by Hilton has further expanded its global presence after opening seven new hotels in the first quarter of 2019.

Yohanni Hedges, the owner of MaidPro of Northwest Indiana, has been named a Franchise Rock Star for 2019 by Franchise Business Review (FBR).

GNC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNC) (the “Company”) reported consolidated revenue of $564.8 million in the first quarter of 2019, compared with consolidated revenue of $607.5 million in the first quarter of 2018.

Little Caesars, the home of HOT-N-READY® pizza, is bringing back its mouthwatering meat masterpiece, the 5 Meat Feast.

Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV), a leading worldwide supplier of premium branded lubricants and automotive services, today unveiled a new broad-based digital and broadcast media campaign featuring its unique, state-of-the-art engine lab.

Conrad Dublin introduced a staff-only fully equipped on-site gym, available from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily with room to adjust if required.

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), has signed a management agreement with City Motors Group for a new-built Holiday Inn in the affluent creative hub of Kuala Lumpur – Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur.

Diversified Restaurant Holdings, Inc. announced that it will release its first quarter 2019 financial results after the close of financial markets on Tuesday, May 7, 2019.

Aaron's, Inc. (NYSE: AAN), a leading omnichannel provider of lease-purchase solutions, today announced financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2019.

In honor of Pizza Inn’s new partnership with Operation Gratitude, the international pizza chain is hosting a donation drive during Military Appreciation Month.

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) today reported financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2019.

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Orland Park, a leading home remodeling franchise, recently announced that the company has been awarded a 2019 Guildmaster with Highest Distinction Award.