The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) today opens the first Kimpton® Hotels & Restaurants in Scotland, Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel, as it continues to invest in Scotland as a luxury destination.

If there is one dessert that is a consistent crowd pleaser, it's cookies and ice cream. Dippin' Dots, the nation's leading flash frozen beaded ice cream and frozen treats company, agrees!

NC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNC), a leading global health and wellness brand, announced an exclusive retail and Amazon partnership with Alani Nutrition.

Get ready to get ShamRocked at Hard Rock Cafe this St. Paddy's Day!

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts continued strengthening its bench of La Quinta by Wyndham destinations in key U.S. markets with eight new openings in the fourth quarter of 2018.

The Wendy's Company announced that it has recognized ten employees through its annual Community Ambassador Grant Program.

Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) is scheduled to present at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2019 Consumer & Retail Technology Conference.

As part of National Kidney Month, Pollo Tropical® is partnering with the National Kidney Foundation in an awareness and fundraising campaign.

The Barre Code, a national boutique fitness franchise headquartered in Chicago, IL, has partnered with Chicago-based SweatWorking to extend its offerings to include "The Barre Code On-Demand."

TITLE Boxing Club, the nation's premier boxing studio, will kick off the 2019 TITLE Tour on Thursday, March 7, 2019, in Kansas City, Mo.

ERA Real Estate, a global franchising leader, today announced the affiliation of Habitation Realty, a 21-agent brokerage headquartered in Tucson, Arizona.

Berklee College of Music is partnering with School of Rock to offer a unique music education experience to a select group of School of Rock students.

Sotheby's International Realty announced a strategic business move to integrate the company's affiliate network and company-owned brokerage as one global organization to be led by President and Chief Executive Officer, Philip White.

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLWS), the leading provider of gourmet and floral gifts for all occasions, will host an Investor Day on the morning of Friday, March 22, 2019.

Pet Wants is pleased to announce that Jeff Jenkins, local owner of Pet Wants Mountain Maryland, has been recognized with the Pet Wants President’s Award of Excellence.

Conserva Irrigation is happy to announce that John Dooley will be opening a new franchise location on March 7, 2019, serving the greater Birmingham, Alabama area.

The team from Brumby’s Bakery laughed all the way to the oven taking home an impressive sweep of awards at the King of the Bakers show.

ASP Franchising, the corporate headquarters of the America’s Swimming Pool Company (ASP) family of franchises is proud to announce the promotion of Jimmie Meece to Senior Vice President.

Pizza Inn is ready to come back to Leakesville. On Thursday, March 7, America’s Hometown Pizza Place will be back and better than ever.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) will host a conference call to discuss first quarter 2019 financial results on Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at 4:30 PM Eastern time.

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the appointment of Talene Lanuza Staab as Global Head of Tru by Hilton, the fastest hotel brand to launch in industry history.

Shoney’s is honoring the Lenten period - when seafood is at the top of everyone's wish list - with several freshly-prepared seafood offerings, enhancements to its Seafood Fresh Food Bar and Pecan Pie as a featured dessert.

A few years ago, Brad Cowan made the switch from dealing with sets of wheels to wet basements.

fresh&co - a healthy fast-casual franchise recognized by New Yorkers for its chef-inspired, locally-sourced and seasonal menu - is targeting New Jersey for its next expansion wave.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) will host an Investor Day today in New York City.

Creamistry, reinvents its extensive menu, flexing their creative side to concoct new flavor combinations and offerings.

Wetzel’s Pretzels is a brand born from the Southern California lifestyle that has cultivated fans for more than 20 years thanks to its scratch-made pretzels, fresh lemonade and craveable Cin-a-Bitz.

HomeSmart International announced it has launched a massive nationwide acquisition strategy across its corporate and franchise locations.

Bin There Dump That, a leading residential friendly dumpster rental service, has announced expansion plans to bring new territories throughout Florida, specifically in Miami and the Eastern coastline, over the next three to five years.

When Bill and Marilyn Collier first became MaidPro franchisees in 2009, they were in their late 50s and used funds they had set aside for retirement. That leap of faith has really paid off for the couple.

Local Air Force veteran and long-time fire safety professional Marlon Brown is excited to have the opportunity to serve his community in new ways through his new business, Fresh Coat of Waldorf.

RLH Corporation (NYSE:RLH) today announced the creation of a new subsidiary, RLabs, Inc.

Today, JDog Brands, has named former Special Ops Marine, Chayse Roth, as President and COO of JDog Carpet Cleaning, a new product offering that will further expand JDog’s national footprint.

FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc, parent company of Hurricane Grill & Wings and Buffalo's Cafe, announces their latest limited-time menu offerings.

Valvoline Inc. announced today that it plans to expand its company-owned quick-lube network into the Las Vegas market beginning with two acquisitions.

BIGGBY® COFFEE is excited to announce their newest coffee shop design, the Jakarta design!

GNC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNC) (the “Company”) reported consolidated revenue of $547.9 million in the fourth quarter of 2018, compared with consolidated revenue of $562.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2017.

Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, opens a new location in Charleston.

Capitalizing on another milestone year in 2018, Restoration 1® has earned its third ranking in the 2019 Fastest-Growing Franchises List by Entrepreneur magazine. Restoration 1 was ranked 48th out of 150.

Famous Dave's of America, Inc. (NASDAQ: DAVE reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 30, 2018 compared to the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2017.

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) further strengthens its presence in Mexico with the most recent Staybridge Suites® hotel openings in Villahermosa, Tabasco and Saltillo, Coahuila.

Sir Grout of Washington DC receives Angie's List 2018 Super Service Award for their reliable customer service in the hard surface care and restoration industry.

GNC Holdings, Inc. announced an agreement to integrate its manufacturing division with IVC, a global leader in vitamins and nutritional supplement manufacturing through a strategic joint venture.

Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced it has purchased Janie and Jack, a leader in premium children’s fashion, from Gymboree Group Inc.

Regis Corporation, a leader in the haircare industry, whose primary business is franchising, owning and operating hair salons, announced today the opening of its Technology Product Development Center in Fremont, California.

Motto Mortgage, an innovative mortgage brokerage franchise focused on transparency and compliance, announced a new office is now open in the Tampa Bay metropolitan area.

Locally-grown Outer Banks Heating & Cooling company seeks to boost business and the local economy by becoming a member of the One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning® brand.

Chicken Salad Chick, the nation's only southern inspired, fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today it will be expanding in Alabama with its newest company-owned restaurant in Trussville.

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the promotion of Willemijn Geels to Vice President of Development, Europe.

Motto Mortgage held its second annual awards ceremony during its Motto MILE Summit last week at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, honoring top leaders of the Motto Mortgage network.

YogaSix, a modern boutique yoga concept, has signed over 100 franchise agreements which will rapidly expand the brand across the country.

To help customers enjoy a delicious meal without sacrificing their busy afternoons, Boston’s Pizza Restaurant & Sports Bar (Boston’s) announced it’s here to shake things up!

Located at 1058 N Campbell Ave, the 1,100 square foot store opened on Monday, March 4 and will be the first of at least three Rush Bowls locations to be owned and operated by Brian Seay.

CRISP & GREEN, a Minnesota-based fast casual restaurant, announced today that it will be opening up its fifth location in Maple Grove.

Franchise Gator, an online franchise directory, identified Brightway as a top choice among franchise opportunities, ranking #72 and the only Insurance Agency on the list of Top 100 Franchises of 2019.

The terms “Invite-only” and “exclusive” are not words commonly used to describe franchising, but once again, Seva Beauty® is changing the franchise game as we know it.

Farmer Boys®, the popular fast casual concept known for their farm fresh fare and award-winning burgers, will once again sponsor Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital 34th Annual Children’s Day.

Customers are in luck this St. Patrick’s Day as Duck Donuts, known for serving Warm, Delicious and Made-to-Order® donuts is offering a unique topping that has never been offered by the brand before.

Addison Lee Group SIXT, today announced a strategic partnership that will bring its market-leading offering to SIXT app users starting in London, with a phased global roll-out due later this year.

The Camp Transformation Center announced today that it has hired Catia Morgan as its new vice president of franchise operations.

Massage Heights, a leader of professional, affordable and convenient therapeutic massage and facial services, announced today that it is now offering dynamic cupping therapy in all Retreats nationwide.

Pinch A Penny Pool Patio and Spa announced today that it awarded Chip and Susan Campbell, two of the company’s leading franchisees, with its 2019 Founder’s Award.

The Loop Pizza Grill, a fan-favorite fast-casual restaurant franchise, is taking its brand to the next level of growth with a new chief marketing officer.

PROSHRED® of Houston proudly announces the addition of a new mobile onsite shredding truck to its fleet as of March 2019.

Jerome and Nellie Garcia recently opened a franchise of The Maids, a home cleaning service specializing in cleaning for health.