The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Denny's Corporation (NASDAQ: DENN), one of the world's largest full-service family dining chains, today announced a partnership with Earvin "Magic" Johnson.

OXXO Care Cleaners®, the leading environmentally-friendly garment cleaning franchise, announced today that it will be opening its newest store at 334 Center Rock Green in Oxford, CT, in early April 2019.

9Round Franchising, LLC, finalized plans for future development in the Republic of Ireland.

Greater Milwaukee and Southeastern Wisconsin CarePatrol franchise owners, Todd and Kim Seidl, were awarded the 2019 Franchisee of the Year award at CarePatrol’s annual convention in Phoenix, Arizona.

White Spot Limited is honoured to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, for the 8th year in a row and is a Best Managed Platinum Club member.

NEXTAFF, an industry leader in identifying quality talent for businesses, announced it is opening an administrative and healthcare staffing agency location in Jackson, Tennessee, which will be the first location in the state.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG), announced that its exclusive "Home Grown Chipotle" boxes will be available for purchase online here for a limited time starting tomorrow, March 20, on National Plant a Seed Day.

Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC announced a new vision for its global brand and kicked off "Project North Star," a transparent rebrand.

The flowers are blooming, and the sun is shining which means Shakeaway has launched our amazing limited-edition Spring shakes menu!

Del Taco Restaurants, Inc. reported fiscal fourth quarter and fiscal year 2018 financial results for the 16-week and 52-week periods ending January 1, 2019.

Julie Bilyeu is looking forward to using that experience to help other families with her new business - Caring Transitions of Winston Salem.

Realogy Holdings Corp. kicked off its first-ever Realogy Global Exchange (RGX), a weeklong gathering of affiliated real estate professionals who will participate in individual brand conferences as well as a multi-brand Realogy general session.

RE/MAX Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: RMAX), parent company of RE/MAX, one of the world’s leading franchisors of real estate brokerage services, today announced a strategic alliance with Redfin.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit franchisee, Wendy Williams, plans to open her first Dickey’s location in the coming weeks in Gulf Breeze, FL.

Pinch A Penny Pool Patio and Spa, the world's largest swimming pool retail, service, and repair franchise, announced the opening of its newest store in Ormond Beach, Florida.

The Joint Corp. (NASDAQ: JYNT), a national operator, manager and franchisor of chiropractic clinics, repurchased a franchised clinic located in West Covina, increasing the number of company-owned or managed clinics to 51.

RNR Tire Express (RNR), the nation’s fastest-growing tire and custom wheel franchise, announced today that alongside continued growth, the brand made a record-breaking amount of charitable donations this past year.

Generation Next Franchise Brands announced today that its flagship subsidiary and premium, robotic soft serve franchise, Reis & Irvy’s, has launched a new informational website for potential location partners.

Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only southern inspired, fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today it will be expanding in Mississippi with its newest location in Starkville.

Valvoline Inc. announced that is has acquired two quick lube locations in the Houston area, that are now operating as Valvoline Instant Oil Change SM (VIOC) service centers.

Blink Fitness, the premium quality, value-based gym, is thrilled to announce its expanded partnership with MSX by Michael Strahan .

The World Pretzel Domination tour continues by taking flight inside the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) with two new Ben's Soft Pretzels locations.

Little Caesars® Pizza is bringing back its beloved Bacon Wrapped DEEP!DEEP!™ Dish pizza to its U.S. restaurants to satisfy even the most passionate bacon fans.

The Joint Corp. is pleased to announce that it has partnered with Harkins Chiropractic Corp. to open a new clinic in response to increased demand for convenient affordable routine chiropractic care.

Wendy’s is teaming up with DoorDash to give fans a chance to score two great offers through Sunday, March 24.

In recognition of amazing achievements in revenue growth, leadership and serving others, PrideStaff proudly named Atlanta East Owner/Strategic-Partner Mike Pred winner of the Mile High Award at their recent Annual Conference.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with an affiliate of Ben Thanh Holdings to develop a Hyatt Place hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

Basketball fans rejoice: Domino's Pizza is celebrating college basketball's biggest month by offering 50 percent off all menu-priced pizzas ordered online today through March 24.

Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today will present the company's three-year growth plan at its meeting with institutional investors and security analysts at the New York Marriott Marquis.

Caring Transitions is pleased to announce that Gillette has been recognized at the #1 Caring Transitions Franchise in the country, a recognition that was presented at the company’s national conference on February 19, 2018.

Barbecue lovers can enjoy the delicious taste of Dickey’s Barbecue Pit sausage at home by purchasing it at their local Safeway or Albertsons southwest locations.

Abrakadoodle, a global leader in creative art education, has been named to the Franchise Direct list for Top 100 Global Franchises for 2019.

Tech repair brand uBreakiFix opened its newest Virginia location, uBreakiFix Suffolk, on February 6 at 2099 Sun Harbour Avenue. This is the brand’s sixth location in South Virginia, joining stores in Virginia Beach, Glen Allen, and Richmond.

Caring Transitions is pleased to announce that Craig and Amy Edwards, the local owners of Caring Transitions of Rockwall, have earned the Caring Transitions’ Rising Star Award.

Becky Lewis, Franchise Development Manager for milliCare, has been recognized as a Certified Franchise Executive by the Institute of Certified Franchise Executives.

Tech repair brand uBreakiFix opened its newest location, uBreakiFix Glassboro, on February 8 at 1050 Delsea Dr. This is the brand’s second location in South Jersey, joining the Moorestown store.

The Caring Transitions Franchise is pleased to publicly announce their Top 10 Franchisees. The recognitions were presented internally at the Caring Transitions national conference on February 19, 2019.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) continues to expand the footprint of its proven midscale Sleep Inn brand with the opening of a new 77-room, four-story hotel in Tampa, Fla.

Fitness Machine Technicians announced it has signed its 25th franchisee, set to open this spring in Boston.

Noodles & Company (Nasdaq:NDLS) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended January 1, 2019.

National real estate organization, United® Real Estate, announced this week the appointment of its new managing broker, Gary Stevens, to lead the United Real Estate office in Chicagoland.

Wyndham Destinations, Inc. (NYSE:WYND) announced it will participate in the upcoming 2019 J.P. Morgan Gaming, Lodging, Restaurant & Leisure Management Access Forum.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) today announced the addition of two new members to its board of directors, effective immediately: Patricia Fili-Krushel and Scott Maw.

Great Harvest Bread Co., known for serving the finest quality speciality bread is now serving more than just its signature handmade loaves and growing rapidly in size.

Cousins Subs®, President and CEO, Christine Specht appoints Chief Financial Officer, Jason Westhoff, to role of President and bolsters leadership team.

Restoration 1 and bluefrog Plumbing + Drain CEO Gary Findley shared with students, faculty, advisory board members and guests of the Titus Center for Franchising Tuesday in the Vera Lea Rinker auditorium on campus.

N2 Publishing recently ranked #5 on the Fast-Growing Franchises for 2019 list by Entrepreneur.

The Camp Transformation Center was recently named to Entrepreneur magazine’s Fastest-Growing Franchises list.

On March 8, Past Franchisee of the Year, Eric Ashford had an opening/ribbon cutting for Shoney’s Restaurant in Ashburn, Georgia.

Brush up on your Italian, because sister brands Baskin-Robbins and Dunkin' have combined two fan favorites for a new item on the menu - the Affogato.

Christian Brothers Automotive is putting Fayetteville residents in the driver’s seat when it comes to car care and automotive repair with the opening of a new location at 2870 E. Joyce Blvd.

Hampton by Hilton continues to lead the way in the upper-midscale segment, closing out the fourth quarter of 2018 with dozens of new openings around the world and the largest pipeline in brand history.

La Boulangerie de San Francisco is continuing to transform the bakery café space and is making huge moves towards robust expansion with impressive franchise opportunities.

Proforma is pleased to announce Owners Bethany Brevard and Brandon Kennedy have won a three-year, $12 million contract with a Fortune 500 tech company.

ERA Real Estate, a leading global real estate franchisor, recognized Plano, Texas based ERA iRealty for its commitment to diversity with the 2018 Unity Award for inclusiveness in business practices.

Vitality Bowls, which specializes in açaí bowls - a thick blend of the Amazon’s antioxidant-rich açaí berry, topped with a variety of superfoods - announced today the opening of its café in Pickerington.

Christian Brothers Automotive is putting Loveland residents in the driver’s seat when it comes to car care and automotive repair with the opening of a new location at 5542 N. Garfield Ave.

The numbers are in! Petland stores nationwide raised more than $140,000 during the 2018 St. Jude Halloween Pin-Up Promotion benefitting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®.

A new frosted treat will take the limelight this Spring, as Chick-fil-A® introduces Frosted Key Lime at restaurants nationwide starting Monday, March 18.

More consumers now have the opportunity to enjoy a better way to shop for insurance as seven people are on the path to the American dream of business ownership through a new Independent Agent program.

BIGGBY® COFFEE is ecstatic to announce that Senator Hertel and the Michigan Senate has enacted a resolution to name March 15 the official BIGGBY® COFFEE Day.

9Round Franchising, LLC, continues to expand internationally with the recent grand opening of its first studio in Guatemala.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the launch of Hyatt Wellbeing Ideation Labs.

Beginning March 13, The Habit Burger Grill introduces the new delicious - make that, delizioso - chargrilled Italian Chicken Ciabatta Sandwich, available for a limited time.