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Engel & Völkers today announced that top producer Sandy Miller has joined its Jacksonville Beach real estate brokerage.

FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT) (“FAT Brands” or the “Company”) is celebrating their latest Hurricane Dockside Grill location with an action-packed Grand Re-Opening on January 26.

In 2019, Daily Jam, formerly NCounter, has big things in store for its fans, including a major name change and a freshly launched franchising initiative that will bring its contemporary twist on the brunch experience to more cities in the United...

Teriyaki Madness recently ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500®, the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

Christian Brothers Automotive announced today that it has been named to Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500® list, considered the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

The Habit Burger Grill (Nasdaq:HABT), the Irvine based restaurant company renowned for its award-winning Charburgers, introduces a new flavor-filled salad, the Southwest BBQ Chicken Salad, as a permanent addition to their menu.

By 2030, all baby boomers will be older than 65 years old, according to the Census Bureau.

Luby’s, Inc. announced that based on the preliminary vote count at the Company’s 2019 Annual Meeting of Shareholders reviewed by its proxy solicitor, shareholders have supported the election of all nine of the Company’s director...

Tech repair brand uBreakiFix opened its newest location, uBreakiFix Short Pump, on January 23 at 11571 West Broad Street.

Mixing sports and entertainment, Launch Trampoline Park, co-founded by former New England Patriots cornerback and three-time Super Bowl champion Ty Law, is bringing its year-round, family entertainment and action park to the Tri-Cities.

Abrakadoodle, a global leader in creative art education, has been named to the Entrepreneur Franchise 500® list for 2019.

Great Clips, Inc., the world’s largest salon brand, announced that they are the official retail salon sponsor of the X Games in 2019, which includes X Games Aspen and X Games Minneapolis.

FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. announces January 28-February 1, all first-time customers of Hurricane Grill & Wings will enjoy a discount of five dollars off purchases of twenty dollars or more.

Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY) today announced a new talent milestone, achieving more affiliated executives on the REAL Trends inaugural Game Changers list than any other real estate company or organization.

Jon Smith Subs, a nationally recognized restaurant chain known for delicious hot, grilled subs featuring high-quality marinated sirloin steak and chicken, has come to Palmdale, CA.

Buffalo Wings & Rings is prepared to offer customers a variety of deals they can enjoy either in a restaurant or in the comfort of their own homes with family and friends.

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) is set to open more than 25 highly-anticipated Kimpton hotels across 20 new global destinations including Mexico City, Paris, Barcelona, Bali and Shanghai, in the next three to five years.

Local entrepreneurs and husband-and-wife team George and Karen Fisher are pleased to announce the official grand opening of the first Office Evolution franchise in Woodbridge Township.

Birmingham keeps squeaky clean as Buff City Soap, the Southern-based lifestyle brand changing the way people buy their everyday soap by providing plant-based alternatives, celebrates the two-year anniversary of its first store opening in 2019.

HomeSmart Phoenix has acquired Arizona Preferred Realty and its 51 agents in Gilbert, Ariz., expanding its total network agent count to nearly 16,000 agents.

Modern Acupuncture™, the first franchise to make the natural health and cosmetic benefits of acupuncture available to people in an accessible and affordable delivery, is now available in Mission Valley, Calif.

Planet Fitness announced it will open its first location in Natchez, MS in Natchez Mall at 350 John R Junkin Dr. in the fall of 2019.

Pollo Tropical® is unveiling its delicious take on a tasty take-anywhere favorite: Flame-Grilled Chicken Pinchos!

Bach to Rock (B2R) proudly announces that it has been named the number one franchise for Children’s Enrichment Programs by Entrepreneur Magazine in its January/February 2019 issue as part of the prestigious Franchise 500 Ranking.

Germantown is getting squeaky clean. Buff City Soap, the Southern-based lifestyle brand changing the way people buy their everyday soap by providing plant-based alternatives, is opening in Germantown in February.

Brew Me Something, Mista! PJ’s of New Orleans is kicking off the Mardi Gras season by announcing their new partnership with one of New Orleans’ most historic krewes: the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club (Zulu).

RockBox Fitness, the state-of-the-art fitness franchise that combines boxing, kickboxing, and functional training into high-energy group workouts, has opened its very first studio in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Auburn's first Barberitos restaurant, located at 1619 Opelika Road, is scheduled to open on February 4, 2019.

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®’s unique ability to connect with the communities in which it operates has always been the driving force of the brand’s success.

On the heels of taking a majority stake in Big Blue Swim School in April 2017, Level 5 Capital Partners is infusing $17 million of capital into growing the brand’s footprint nationally through franchising.

Café Yumm!, a wildly popular restaurant franchise throughout Oregon and Washington, will open its first location in Idaho on January 29, 2019.

Cape Coral is getting squeaky clean. Buff City Soa, the Southern-based lifestyle brand changing the way people buy their everyday soap by providing plant-based alternatives, is opening in Cape Coral in late February.

Rush Bowls, a fast-casual restaurant chain known for its meals-in-a-bowl crafted from the finest fruits and vegetables, topped with granola and honey, and blended with protein, vitamins and other nutritious ingredients, is coming to Queen City.

As the world of retail reshapes, the face of Seva Beauty® is changing too. The Pioneer of the Fast Casual Spa is currently in transit from an already “great” to truly “epic” brand.

Share the love this National Pizza Pie Day (Saturday, February 9, 2019) with Round Table Pizza® and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS).

The passion of Maggiano's Little Italy® Teammates is simple - make every Guest feel special.

Romp n’ Roll has been recognized as one of the country’s top franchise opportunities as ranked by Entrepreneur Magazine in its 40th annual Franchise 500® ranking.

Fazoli’s, America’s largest elevated QSR Italian chain, today announced business highlights for 2018 that included a year-over-year sales increase of 1.4% at company locations and 10 new restaurant openings.

Screenmobile announced today that it has been named to Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500® list, considered the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

Daphne’s Mediterranean, the fresh and wholesome Greek fast casual that acquired Noon Mediterranean late last year, will make its highly-anticipated Texas debut this month with two Grand Opening celebrations in Dallas.

Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) will release 2018 fourth quarter and full year results prior to the market open on Thursday, February 7, 2019.

Anago Cleaning Systems today announced that it has improved on its ranking as a top commercial cleaning franchise, earning the #52 overall franchise ranking in the prestigious Entrepreneur magazine's annual Franchise 500 ranking.

Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV), a leading worldwide supplier of premium branded lubricants and automotive services, has been named to the list of Best Places to Work in Kentucky for the second consecutive time.

Elements Massage®, one of the fastest-growing therapeutic massage franchises in the nation, ranked No. 340 on Entrepreneur magazine’s 2019 Franchise 500® list. This is the sixth time the brand has made this prestigious list.

Huntington Learning Center is pleased to announce that it has received top honors for its franchising operations from Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500 and the Franchising Business Review's Top 200 Best Franchise lists.

Amazing Lash Studio, the nation’s largest and fastest growing eyelash extension franchise beauty brand, ranked No. 344 on Entrepreneur magazine’s 2019 Franchise 500® list.

Motto Mortgage, an innovative mortgage brokerage franchise focused on transparency and compliance, has a new office in the Buckeye State.

The UPS Store, Inc. announced the 10 non-profit organizations that will collectively receive $100,000 worth of books to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Toys for Tots® Literacy Program.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has signed an agreement with Jay Virk to develop 15 new-construction midscale hotels in the Western region of the U.S. through 2026.

Club Z! Tutoring of North Katy is celebrating its official grand opening with special offers, including FREE SAT or ACT test preparation programs. Local families are encouraged to like and follow the Club Z!

Engel & Völkers today announced that top producer Niliana Nassar-Garcia has joined its Fort Lauderdale real estate brokerage.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest hotel franchisors, announced the promotion of Sonia Egyhazy to regional vice president of franchise development for Cambria Hotels.

Club Z! Tutoring of Chantilly, proudly serving families in Chantilly and Aldie, is celebrating its official grand opening with special offers, including FREE SAT or ACT test preparation programs.

Brightway Insurance, a national property/casualty insurance distribution company based in Jacksonville, Fla., named Multi-unit Owners, Chris Cole and Billy Wagner, as its 2018 Agency Owners of the Year.

United Franchise Group (UFG), the global leader for entrepreneurs with more than 1400 locations in 80 countries, has added to its impressive partners through Franvestco, the brand of Celebrity’s Soul Food.

In honor of Valentine’s Day, MUTTS Canine Cantina is spreading the love for man’s best friend.

Sustainable junk-removal service The Junkluggers recently ranked in Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500®, the world's first comprehensive franchise ranking.

Last year, leading better-breakfast and lunch concept Famous Toastery experienced unparalleled growth since launching its franchise opportunity in 2013.

Aaron's, Inc. (NYSE: AAN) will host a conference call and webcast on Thursday, February 14, 2019, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss its fourth quarter 2018 financial results scheduled for release earlier that day.

Tough Mudder Bootcamp, active lifestyle and media brand, continues to tackle obstacles as its Tough Mudder Bootcamp studio fitness concept announced today a signed agreement to bring a franchise location to Portland.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit franchisees Jason Green and Patti Davis plan to open their first Dickey’s location in their local community of Grambling, MI. The new location is slated to open in late 2019.

Homewatch CareGivers announced the addition of a new vice president of strategy and healthcare innovation to further solidify its position as a leader in the home care and healthcare industries.

Fajita Pete’s has launched new, refreshed and modern branding that reflects the authenticity of its delicious menu and its focus on “fresh fajitas catered and delivered.”

In honor of National Measure Your Feet Day, Fleet Feet has released new data revealing key measurements customers frequently overlook when buying running shoes.

CARSTAR, North America’s leading provider of premier collision repairs, is celebrating its 30th year of business, with plans to only accelerate its rapid growth.

Intero, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate and wholly owned subsidiary of HomeServices of America, Inc., is proud to announce the opening of its newest location in Reno, Nevada.

Chicken Salad Chick, the nation's only southern inspired, fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today it will be expanding to Ohio with its newest restaurant in Columbus, marking the brand's first location in the state.