The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

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In 2018, Jerry’s Subs and Pizza launched Beyond Meat Burgers and Cheesesteaks to great results.

Culver’s co-founder Craig Culver transports guests back in time to reveal his family’s supper club roots in the restaurant chain’s newest TV spot.

Brandon Wilson has earned the designation of Certified Franchise Executive™ (CFE) from the Institute of Certified Franchise Executives.

ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. announced unaudited fourth-quarter and full-year 2018 results.

Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc. reported results for the 13-week fourth quarter and 52-week full year 2018, which ended on December 30, 2018.

Tapestry Collection by Hilton announces strong development plans for 2019, ushering in a year of milestones and distinguished additions to its portfolio of original hotels.

Rent-A-Center, Inc. (the "Company" or "Rent-A-Center") (NASDAQ/NGS: RCII) today announced results for the quarter ended December 31, 2018.

Olon Hyde, vice president of operations at Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services of Pensacola and Tampa, has earned the designation of Certified Franchise Executive™ (CFE).

Honor Yoga, known as an eco- and beginner-friendly yoga studio and community that welcomes and nourishes every yogi to thrive in their practice, has set its intentions on expanding into Georgia.

RockBox Fitness is breaking new ground with its most recent move into San Diego, and its first into California.

Bristol's first Barberitos restaurant, located at 1325 Euclid Avenue, is scheduled to open on February 28th, 2019.

As the pet industry continues experiencing explosive growth, with nearly 187 million pets occupying the homes of more than three-quarters of U.S. households - Woofie's, a new franchise in the $70 billion professional pet care industry, is changing...

Taxes are complicated, and when U.S. citizens need help filing their expat tax returns, H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) can help even if they are living in another country.

MaidPro was not only named one of the Top 100 Franchises of 2019 by Franchise Gator, but came in sixth place on the list, moving up one spot from 2018.

Valvoline Inc. announced today that it has opened a new company-owned Valvoline Instant Oil ChangeSM (VIOC) service center in Indianapolis.

NextHome is proud to announce the newest addition to the franchise, NextHome Hahn Kiefer Residential in Evansville, Indiana.

Jan-Pro, a commercial cleaning corporation with over 6,000 franchises throughout the United States, today announced it is collaborating with Decisely Insurance Services.

Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY), a leading provider of residential real estate services, has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute as one of the 2019 World's Most Ethical Companies®.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and BTG Hotels (Group) Co., Ltd. announced affiliates of Hyatt and Homeinns Hotel Group have entered a strategic joint venture to create a new hospitality brand.

Spaulding Decon, a nationally established leader in crime-scene cleanup, hoarding cleanup and meth lab decontamination, announced its new franchise location serving the broader Philadelphia region.

Susan and Jeff Vandegenachte, who launched TruBlue of Southern Wisconsin in the fall of 2018, have earned the TruBlue Rising Star Award.

Worldwide Express - B.V announced today that its President, Brian M. Tribble, has been named a 2019 Supply Chain “Pro to Know” by SDC Executive Magazine.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the official opening of Andaz Munich Schwabinger Tor, the first Andaz branded hotel in Germany.

Amazing Lash Studio, the nation’s largest and fastest growing eyelash extension franchise beauty brand, is opening a new studio in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota on Friday, March 1, 2019.

Black Bear Diner announced it has officially opened its doors in North Little Rock, Arkansas.

Scooter’s Coffee added its first location in Holdrege, NE, with the company’s latest opening at 103 4th Avenue.

Shoney’s is still collecting accolades and recently was recognized by consumers as one of America’s Favorite Chains in the family-dining category, based on a Restaurant Business poll.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced Hyatt Place Changsha Meixihu, the first Hyatt Place hotel in Changsha, the provincial capital of Hunan province in South-Central China is officially open.

Nékter Juice Bar, the nation’s leading modern juice bar brand with more than 130 restaurants across 14 U.S. states, has opened two of its most exclusive markets, Los Angeles and Northern California.

Fleet Feet, the retail leader in inspiring and empowering the runner in everyone, announces today the launch of its revamped customer rewards program in conjunction with a new app.

JDog Brands today announced an aggressive expansion program that will open 500 new franchises over the next decade.

Winter weather may still be with us, but things are heating up at Pokéworks.

Retro Fitness, a national low-cost, high-value fitness franchise, announced today it has added two new franchisees.

East Coast Wings + Grill (ECW+G) experienced high-performing returns across several unit-level categories over the last calendar year.

Crispy pizza lovers are in luck! Pizza Inn has just added new Chicken Flatbreads to its extensive buffet lineup.

Emma Dickison, CEO and President of Home Helpers® Home Care, has received the International Franchise Association’s (IFA) 2019 Crystal Compass.

Kinderdance® International Inc is a top children’s franchise offers developmental dance, music, gymnastics, yoga and sports readiness programs for young children.

Cauldron Ice Cream will open doors at its first Texas location on Saturday, March 2, in Dallas (3001 Knox Street #103).

Pinch A Penny Pool Patio and Spa, the world’s largest swimming pool retail, service, and repair franchise, reported the opening of its first San Antonio, Texas location at 22250 Bulverde Road.

Big Blue Swim School is pleased to announce the appointment of franchise industry veteran Catherine Monson, CFE, to its Board of Directors. Monson fills a newly created position on the Big Blue board.

As the Official Home of Race Fans, Hooters is revving up the excitement during NASCAR Cup Series race days in 2019.

Naranga, a leader in franchise management software announces a Franchise Sales as a Service offering to complement its lead management solution.

Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ honored their top performing franchise owners at its 11th annual International Franchise Convention held Feb. 17-19 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort in Orlando Florida.

TRT Holdings, Inc. says that it has chosen to retain its ownership and reinvest in the iconic brand, and has brought back former Chief Information Officer Adam Zeitsiff to the company in a new role as president and CEO.

Hooters announced the launch of stuffed wings, its latest chicken wing innovation, which are original-style chicken wings hand-stuffed with either zesty chorizo or cajun jambalaya.

Fazoli’s continues to build excitement with record-breaking sales and new restaurant openings, as they prepare for aggressive expansion.

Allison Talbert, the branch manager of Labor Finders of Rock Hill, South Carolina has received the esteemed 2018 Ambassador of the Year award from the York County Regional Chamber.

UFC GYM®, the rapidly expanding fitness franchise that creates training programs for all levels and ages inspired by the training regimens of UFC® athletes, today announced that its newest and most innovative location, UFC GYM - Kailua.

Authority Brands, a leading home services franchising platform backed by funds advised by Apax Partners, announced today the acquisition of Clockwork, Inc.

Already renowned for freshening the faces of LA’s top celebrities and health-conscious residents at its flagship clinic, Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center (BHRC) is making a big splash in North Texas.

PROSHRED® Minnesota is glad to announce we have been selected among competitors as a provider for the State of Minnesota.

Tough Mudder Bootcamp studio fitness concept announced today a multi-unit signed agreement to bring three franchise locations to the East Bay, which will offer the brand’s signature high-intensity interval training workout classes.

Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING), the wing and flavor experts, have been elevating flavor for years, and now, Wingstop is Where Flavor Gets Its Wings with the launch of its new brand platform and creative campaign.

CEC Entertainment, Inc. (the "Company") today announced financial results for its fourth quarter ended December 30, 2018.

Valvoline Inc. announced today its franchisee, Ivy Lane Corporation, has opened a new Valvoline Instant Oil ChangeSM (VIOC) service center in Bridgeview, Illinois.

FirstLight Home Care, an award-winning provider of non-medical home care, announced today its expansion of the FirstLight leadership team to meet the demands of rapid business growth.

Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC has announced its 2018 year-end award recipients for numerous Coldwell Banker® affiliated company, office, team and agent categories in North America.

Green Motion has today announced that once again three of their franchisees have been awarded Rentalcars.com Customer Favourite Awards.

“NOVA FILTERS” announced it will offer select franchise opportunities in strategic markets initially throughout the state of Florida and other states upon request.

Eye On Your Home is proud to announce that they are currently offering franchise opportunities to qualified women candidates throughout the United States.

fresh&co, a healthy fast-casual franchise recognized by New Yorkers for its chef-inspired, locally-sourced and seasonal menu, has announced plans for further expansion outside of its home state after the launch of its franchise opportunity.

Continuing to bolster its executive leadership team, Painting with a Twist®, the original and largest paint and sip franchise, has tapped industry veteran Richard Leveille as Chief Development Officer.