The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Jon Smith Subs® has announced a special Game Day Bundle catering offer in which customers who buy a Plenti-Full sub platter get 50% off the purchase of a second platter.

Medifast, Inc. (NYSE: MED) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a $0.75 cash dividend to its stockholders.

Hao Lam never enjoyed school growing up. Escaping war-torn Vietnam in 1988, Lam moved to the United States by way of Canada, where he founded Best in Class Education Center.

Guests can shoot and score this basketball season by hosting the best watch party for their crew with Dickey’s Barbecue Pit.

CARSTAR, North America’s premier network of independently-owned collision repair facilities, has been ranked in the top 100 franchisees in Entrepreneur magazine’s 2019 Franchise 500.

t’s A Grind Coffee House has something for everyone with the introduction of its new springtime menu offerings, from exotic whole beans to indulgent blended drinks.

The top cruise travel agency franchise in North America, Expedia CruiseShipCenters, announced a milestone-heavy year for the growing brand.

In yet another sign that a recession is unlikely in 2019, the vast majority of businesses in a recent Express Employment Professionals survey reported that they have no plans to cut their workforces.

Gloria Jean’s Coffees - U.S.A invites guests to indulge in a taste of the tropics with a recently unveiled lineup of Island-inspired beverages.

Wingstop Inc. announced that Maurice Cooper has been appointed to the newly created role of Executive Vice President, Chief Growth & Experience Officer, effective immediately.

In partnership with No Kid Hungry, an campaign dedicated to ending childhood hunger in America, Boston’s Pizza Restaurant & Sports Bar (Boston’s) raised $33,000 through its annual ‘Boston’s Cares’ fundraising...

Intero, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate and wholly owned subsidiary of HomeServices of America, Inc., is proud to announce the hiring of J.R. Rouse as the Vice President and Managing Officer of the Monterey Peninsula operation.

Metal Supermarkets, the world’s largest supplier of small-quantity metals, has engaged 919 Marketing.

Massage Envy, the leading provider of therapeutic massage and skin care services collectively across its franchise network, announced the introduction of a new advanced professional massage technique called Rapid Tension Relief.

Caring Transitions is pleased to recognize Caring Transitions North Dallas Suburbs as the #2 Caring Transitions franchise in the nation.

MUSE Global, an innovative early childhood education franchise founded by James Cameron, Suzy Amis Cameron and Rebecca Amis, today announced its approval to offer franchises in the state of California.

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) today reported results for the 13-week fourth quarter and 52-week fiscal year ended February 2, 2019 (“fiscal 2018”).

Wild Birds Unlimited, the largest franchise system of backyard bird feeding and nature specialty stores, has ranked number two overall in Franchise Business Review’s annual Franchisee Satisfaction Awards.

When Carolyn Doerr and the team at Caring Transitions of Mechanicsburg started 2018, they set their sights on big goals and started strong.

ania Bailey, CEO of FranNet has been named the latest recipient of The Bonny LeVine award by the International Franchise Association (IFA).

There’s a new bar coming to Franklin Lakes that will leave guests tressed to impress.

While the sports world prepares for the madness of March’s NCAA basketball tournaments, Wing Zone is giving Flavorholics added incentive to enjoy the games with their favorite style of wings.

Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, will open a new store in Pompano Beach, Florida.

Rush Bowls is opening its first Georgia location. Located at 1110 Hammond Drive in Sandy Springs, the restaurant is opening on Monday, March 11.

Office Evolution, the largest coworking franchisor in the U.S., looks to double down on its staggering 2018 numbers with 22 additional locations estimated to open in 2019 and 35 the next year.

FranConnect, the leading provider of franchise management solutions, announces the hiring of Chris Sotudeh as Senior Vice President of Customer Operations.

As it celebrates its 30th anniversary, CARSTAR is planning a tremendous gathering for its North American franchise partners, vendors, insurance carriers and industry leaders in Chicago this summer.

This March BIGGBY® COFFEE is celebrating their birthday with the tagline “24 Years of Celebrating YOU!”

There’s something to be said for convenience, but it always comes at a cost, doesn’t it?

Elements Massage® was recognized by Newsweek as No. 1 in its 2019 America’s Best Customer Service list in the ‘Spa, Wellness and Beauty’ category.

Caring Transitions is pleased to announce that Mimi Shea, the local owner of Caring Transitions of Annapolis, has earned the Caring Transitions’ Rising Star Award.

iCRYO Cryotherapy, the leading Cryotherapy franchise in the United States, announced today the official launch of their newest location in Clifton Park, New York.

Amazing Lash Studio, the nation’s largest and fastest growing eyelash extension franchise beauty brand, is opening a new studio in Ladue, Missouri on Friday, March 15, 2019.

The CARSTAR proprietary EDGE Performance Group will continue to drive performance improvements across the CARSTAR network.

Chronic Tacos is partnering with plant-based leader, Beyond Meat®, to introduce an innovative plant-based protein option to its menu.

Young Rembrandts has etched its name as British Columbia’s leading childhood art enrichment program with the recent transfer of the territory to a new franchisee.

Caring Transitions is pleased to announce that Sherri Wright and Shonda Smith, the local owners of Caring Transitions of Mobile and Baldwin Counties, have earned the Caring Transitions’ Rising Star Award.

Club Pilates, the nation's largest and fastest-growing boutique Pilates franchise, announced today the signing of a Master Franchise Agreement for Japan.

Big Blue Swim School, a swim school franchise that was founded in Chicago by five-time U.S. National Champion swimmer Chris DeJong, is opening its fifth Chicagoland location on March 18th.

Always Best Care Senior Services, one of the leading senior care franchise systems in the United States, announced today that it has opened its newest franchise in Mesa, Arizona.

Wayback Burgers, America’s Favorite Hometown Burger Joint and one of the nation’s fastest-growing burger franchises, is celebrating a tremendous start to their partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

Discovery Map, International recently announced the publication of its newest map, Discovery Map of Montclair.

MaidPro, a leading residential cleaning franchise, announces that their Thornhill location has been chosen as a Homestars’ Best of 2019 Winner based on outstanding reviews from its customers.

My Eyelab, one of the nation's fastest growing full-service retail optical centers, has just expanded its franchise offering to the state of Kentucky with a new store in the Bowling Green market.

Following its rapid development in the United States, Row House, a low-impact, high-energy indoor rowing concept, announced today its first international studio development in Canada.

Gold's Gym is the winner of this year's Global Franchise Award for Best Fitness Franchise, marking the second consecutive year the brand has been recognized as the overall winner of this award in its category.

Melt Shop announced that Villa Restaurant Group (VRG) has assumed ownership of its restaurant at Woodbury Common, a Simon Mall in Central Valley, New York.

Mark your calendar, set your alarm, and get ready for the Ben & Jerry-est day of the year. Free Cone Day is April 9!

Pizza Inn is excited to announce its new partnership with Operation Gratitude.

Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced today it will provide a live webcast of its upcoming Security Analyst Meeting.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG), announced today the national launch of its highly anticipated loyalty program, Chipotle Rewards.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into an agreement with an affiliate of BIM Group to develop a 110-key Park Hyatt Phu Quoc hotel as well as 65 residences.

That's something Orangetheory Fitness has in common with the American Heart Association, whose mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, heathier lives.

Cousins Subs® Make It Better Foundation awards $6,000 in grants to four Wisconsin-based nonprofit.

March 14 is National Pi Day, and pizza innovator Pieology is celebrating with an all-day “Buy One Artisan Thin Pizza, Receive One Artisan Thin Pizza for $3.14” special at all locations nationwide.

The Dog Stop® an all-inclusive and award-winning dog care facility has discovered a niche and is preparing to bring their happy and healthy lifestyle to Long Island.

Coldwell Banker Commercial® today named Daniel Spiegel as its managing director.

HomeSmart Realty Partners, one of HomeSmart International’s franchises throughout North America, is pleased to announce the purchase of franchise rights in Grand Junction, Colo.

Filing a tax return isn’t optional for most Americans, but H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) offers many options for consumers wanting to take charge of their tax prep, offering online filing and desktop tax software products.

Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY) announced the appointment of Charlotte Simonelli as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Treasurer, effective March 25, 2019.

Once Upon A Child, Plato's Closet, Play It Again Sports, Music Go Round and Style Encore, all leaders in the retail resale industry, purchased over 150+ million gently used items in 2018.

Epcon Franchising (Epcon) announced recently that Eastman Properties will build their first Epcon franchise community in northern Colorado in the city of Fort Lupton.

Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin' and Baskin-Robbins, today announced the appointment of David Mann as Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer.

Mobile personal training concept GYMGUYZ recently placed #50 in Entrepreneur Magazine’s list of Fastest-Growing Franchises, a subset of the industry-leading Franchise 500® ranking.

It's time for The Big Dance®, and Wendy's®, the Official Hamburger of the NCAA®, has big deals! Wendy’s is back for the third year in a row as the Official Hamburger of the NCAA®.

Known to loyal customers for its expansive and rotating craft beer menu, Growler USA announced today its new menu launch, with a focus on inspired eats to pair with its famous drink selections.

Lapels Dry Cleaning, an innovative, environmentally non-toxic dry cleaning company headquartered in Hanover, Massachusetts, recently named Burt Ferrer as its Franchise Owner of the Year for 2018.

Huntington Learning Center announced today that it will begin rapid franchise growth in the New York Metropolitan area - the same region where the company first opened its doors in 1977.

In Marietta, Ohio, a real-life version of the popular Nicholas Sparks novel, The Notebook, has been playing out between James Seevers and his wife, Jane, who is suffering from dementia.

Venture X®, a global shared workspace franchise, announced today its relationship with coworking technology leader, essensys.