The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

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Melt Shop, the pioneer of the Melted Sandwich Movement, announced that it has signed its first airport agreement, in tandem with Skyport Hospitality.

Lapels Dry Cleaning will host their annual clothing drive to benefit Big Brother Big Sister starting April 13 and running through April 28.

Pancheros Mexican Grill announced today the launch of a new brand campaign focusing on its fundamental differences from other fast-casual Mexican concepts: its fresh-pressed tortillas, perfectly-mixed burritos and fan-favorite queso.

Rush Bowls is opening in Edmonton on April 8. This will be the first of 10 locations planned for Canada.

Pizza Pizza, is already displaying tremendous signs of team spirit in the local community by participating in the tradition of the Winnipeg Whiteout.

Bring out the cheese wheels and parmesan grater, it’s Parmesan Fest at Fazoli’s!

Denny’s Corporation will announce financial and operating results for its first quarter ended March 27, 2019 on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 after the markets close.

Legends last and get better with time. That's why in its 60th year of business, Round Table has taken inspiration from its flavorful past and founding principles to roll out a new brand vision worthy of its standing as "Pizza Royalty."

Chicken Salad Chick, the nation's only southern inspired, fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced its continued expansion in the Houston area with its newest location in Vintage Park.

As part as of its on-going commitment to help 'save the planet,' Hard Rock International participated in the worldwide Earth Hour movement – turning off the lights at 18 properties across the globe.

Marriott International today announced it expects to add 19 new properties and more than 3,000 rooms to its Middle East and Africa portfolio in 2019.

Pinch A Penny Pool Patio and Spa, the world’s largest swimming pool retail, service, and repair franchise, announced today the opening of its newest franchised location in Thomasville, Georgia.

Ike’s Love & Sandwiches, the iconic San Francisco sandwich chain with a cult-like following, has today announced the launch of its national franchise program to expand the concept across the country.

A well-known stop for fresh-popped, kettle-cooked popcorn is adding flash-frozen ice cream to its menu in Outlets Canovanas.

Executive Care, one of the leading home healthcare franchises, has achieved a remarkable milestone, marking 15 years of operations.

Honor Yoga, a leader in the more than $16 billion yoga industry, is doubling its footprint and stretching its presence across the United States.

Nestled in a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the landmark InterContinental Lyon - Hotel Dieu will open in June 2019.

Las Vegas parents and their children will be lining up to celebrate the grand opening of Snip-its, a child-focused salon and entertainment concept.

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

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) today announced a milestone for the Holiday Inn® brand, with the opening of the 100th ‘Open Lobby’ as part of roll-out of the Europe wide concept.

CEC Entertainment, Inc. and Leo Holdings, Corporation announced today that Leo and Queso Holdings, Inc. together with Queso's controlling stockholder have entered into a definitive business combination agreement.

My Eyelab, one of the nation's fastest growing full-service retail optical centers, has once again expanded its store accessibility in the state of Texas with a second store in the city of Arlington-Champions Park.

My Eyelab, one of the nation's fastest growing full-service retail optical centers, will open its 4th store in the Houston market in early April 2019.

Smoke’s Poutinerie announces the official launch of their national franchising EDU-TAINMENT Program benefiting Canadian post-secondary graduates.

GPS Hospitality, announces the next major step in the organization’s growth: the acquisition of 75 Pizza Hut® restaurants in Georgia, Alabama, Kentucky and Tennessee.

Money Pages announces record growth with six new franchise units sold in 2018.

More than a million scoops of ice cream will be given away next week during Ben & Jerry's annual Free Cone Day, a global celebration of community support, fan awesomeness, and funky chunks and swirls.

The initiative, inspired by and in honor of Cesar Chavez Day, is just one of the many ways the company is giving back to the people and communities that it serves.

My Eyelab, one of the nation's fastest growing full-service retail optical centers, has once again expanded its easy eye care offering in the state of Georgia with a seventh store in the Atlanta market.

Hertz Europe has launched The British Collection in the UK, offering a new high-end customer service experience, with a package of Best-of-British services and products – and a personalized welcome service.

Hard Rock International is expanding its global gaming portfolio, announcing a collaboration with VICI Properties Inc. (VICI) to acquire the JACK Cincinnati Casino.

Le Masurier has entered into an Agreement To Lease with Whitbread, Premier Inn’s parent company, to bring a second Premier Inn hotel to Jersey, as part of a major redevelopment in the north of St Helier.

MUSE Global, an innovative early childhood education franchise founded by James Cameron, Suzy Amis Cameron and Rebecca Amis, announced today its CEO Jeff King will be speaking at Sustainable Brands Paris.

Entrepreneur Spring 2019 edition has recognized Kinderdance® International as a Top Hot Start up Franchise to own

My Eyelab, one of the nation's fastest growing full-service retail optical centers, opened its 10th store in the Dallas market in late March 2019.

El Pollo Loco, Inc, the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken chain, announced the appointment of Miguel Lozano as Chief Operating Officer, effective April 1.

PrideStaff, a national, franchised staffing organization, is pleased to announce that they were awarded a top-50 spot on Forbes’ 2019 List of America’s Best Professional Recruiting Firms for the third consecutive year.

Tropical Breeze Realty today announced that it has affiliated with the Century 21® System and will now do business as Century 21 Tropical Breeze Realty, under the leadership of owner/broker Jan Fanstill.

A new Motto Mortgage franchise is now open in the Chicago metropolitan area and serving customers across Illinois.

Kinderdance® International is proud to be ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500®, and has awarded a Silver Level Franchise to Younas Amil and Katherine Searl of Happy Valley, Oregon.

My Eyelab, one of the nation's fastest growing full-service retail optical centers, has once again expanded its franchise offering in the state of Texas with a third store in Houston.

Apricot Lane Boutique is the newest fashion boutique to open at Perkins Rowe in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

With just days to go before the April 15 tax filing deadline, taxpayers planning to do their own returns may feel they’re running out of time to file on schedule, but that doesn’t mean they’re on their own.

JINYA Ramen Bar announced it will be opening its second location at 11964 Market Street in Reston.

The site for the first of two locations has been confirmed for Big Whiskey’s American Restaurant & Bar in a new retail and entertainment development in the Birmingham, Alabama area.

Batteries Plus Bulbs is pleased to announce the addition of Jon Sica as its new Vice President of Franchise Development & Project Management and Chief Strategy Officer.

NOVUS Glass, the innovator of windshield repair, is excited to announce the addition of new franchisees, Walt, Mary Ann and Connor Michlanski to their NOVUS franchise network.

Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) will release 2019 first quarter results prior to the market open on Thursday, April 18, 2019.

Taco Bell restaurants are gearing up for warmer weather, longer days and vacation season by filling thousands of job openings before summer kicks off.

Big Blue Swim School has taken a big first step in achieving its goal of growing to 150 units by 2020 by signing its first franchise partners, Wendy and Erik Skaalerud, who will bring five locations to the Denver area.

This year, in partnership with Atlantic Records and Artist Partner Group (APG), School of Rock will launch a major worldwide artist search called Center Stage.

Venture X® has announced that its newest facility at 100 E. Pine St. Suite 110, Orlando will hold a grand opening celebration tomorrow, April 4 at 4 p.m.

Black Tie Moving, a luxury moving and relocation concept, is preparing for major national growth with more than 30 signed territories ready to open.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG), announced that it's celebrating National Burrito Day by giving customers free delivery on orders $10 or more.

Fast-growing real estate brokerage, HomeSmart LLC., announced its entry into Florida.

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. announced that following discussions with the Board of Directors, Denny Marie Post has chosen to retire as President and CEO on April 3, 2019.

Snap-on Incorporated announced that it has acquired Power Hawk Technologies, Inc. (“Power Hawk”).

The Woofie’s of Leesburg is slated to open mid-April 2019. The location will be owned and operated by neighbor entrepreneurs Kristine Tech and Katherine Bhat.

Dream Vacations has made multi-million dollar technology investments used in part to develop technology solutions.

Bark Busters USA, which owns the master license to franchise Bark Busters announced today the company has relocated its U.S. headquarters to Northern California.