The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

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

The Lost Cajun was recently listed at No. 436 in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500®, the world’s first and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

Murphy Business & Financial Corporation LLC is providing support to the businesses in the area with its North Pittsburgh office.

Meeting the continuing and growing global demand for the brand, Red Roof® is expanding its presence into the Canadian market, with its first property in Calgary, Alberta.

WorkLodge, an all-inclusive flexible workspace concept, has announced it has signed a development agreement to bring its energizing shared workspace to Tampa.

Matco Tools recently ranked in Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500®, the world's first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza 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.

PrideStaff, a national, franchised staffing organization, is pleased to announce that they were named a top 500 franchise by Entrepreneur for the seventh year in a row.

Valvoline Inc. announced today its franchisee, Quality Automotive Services, Inc., has opened a new Valvoline Instant Oil ChangeSM (VIOC) service center in Wilmington, North Carolina.

The Original Fried Chicken & Waffle Sandwich capitalizes on being bold, fun and unconventional as it increases its U.S. footprint with new Domestic Franchising opportunities as it expands internationally Santa Ana, California (January 2019).

School of Rock® is proud to announce School of Rock GearSelect, a transformational set of partnerships with the most innovative providers of musical instruments, accessories and tools in the world.

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

LINK Staffing is hosting a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on January 17th, 2019 to celebrate their entry into the Waco market.

SuperGreen Solutions® (SGS), the world's leading provider of sustainability advisory services and renewable energy solutions, wants to help your business go green in 2019.

Kolache Factory, a unique national pastry chain based in Katy, Texas, recently ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500®, the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

For the fourth consecutive year, Any Lab Test Now® has earned a spot on Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500® list, one of the world’s most admired business rankings.

Franchise Business Review announced that United Country Real Estate is in the top 50 for overall franchise satisfaction in the annual Franchise Satisfaction Survey.

LINK Staffing, a national provider of recruiting and staffing solutions, has recently named four people into executive roles heading up Operations, Risk Management, Franchise Sales, and Information and Technology.

uBreakiFix announced significant growth for the fourth quarter of 2018, boasting a total of 30 new stores and bringing the brand to 478 stores across North America.

A new I ♥ Mac & Cheese opened on Jan. 13, 2019, at New Village at Patchogue on Long Island, NY. The restaurant marks the first I ♥ Mac & Cheese to open in 2019, the first to open in the New York area and eighth overall.

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 West Palm Beach.

Scooter’s Coffee, the Midwest-based coffee franchise that has experienced tremendous growth over the past year, added to its Omaha footprint with the company’s latest opening at 90th & Maple (3206 N 90th Street).

Orangetheory Fitness’ Spring Valley and Las Vegas South locations have teamed up with the Vegas Golden Knights’ Deryk Engelland and his wife Melissa.

Dream Vacations is outpacing the industry average with high double-digit capacity growth as a result of numerous advancements, increased engagement and technology investments in 2018 by home-based travel agency franchise Dream Vacations.

Taziki's Mediterranean Café celebrated “National Feast Day” on Saturday, December 1st.

Senior Helpers of Milford, one of the nation’s premier providers of personalized in-home senior care, today announced it is now under the ownership of Sravanthi Sareddy.

Mobile fitness concept GYMGUYZ was recently ranked one of Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500®, the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

European Wax Center, the leader in the out-of-home waxing market, released the brand's new advertising campaign, "Don't Hesitate", aimed to resonate with women everywhere to embolden them to be unapologetically confident and to get what they want.

Clean Juice announced a multi-unit agreement with its newest Franchise Partner, Tyler Jeffrey (T.J.) Dillashaw, a mixed martial artist currently signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).

Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC announced that its independently owned and operated affiliate Encore Sotheby's International Realty in Indiana has acquired local firm Reecer Properties, Inc.

After crossing the vaunted 100 franchise mark in 2019, Junk King is gearing up for more rapid growth in the new year.

Mark Reynolds, President, is very pleased to welcome Ed and Liz Rupay as the new owners of the Hamilton location.

For the third year in a row, Baltimore tops Orkin’s Top 50 Bed Bug Cities list. New York moved up two spots, while Atlanta and Philadelphia joined the top 10, replacing San Francisco and Dallas, respectively.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest lodging franchisors, will report its 2018 fourth quarter and full-year earnings results before the market opens on Friday, February 15, 2019.

Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, has opened its first Tennessee store in Kingsport.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel franchisors, announced Jason Simpson has joined the company as vice president of engineering.

IHG®, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is proud to announce the opening of Staybridge Suites® London-Heathrow Bath Road, just minutes away from the international airport.

Pinot’s Palette, a pioneer in the paint and sip experience, ranks among the best franchise opportunities in the nation, according to Entrepreneur Magazine.

Wheel Fun Rentals will host an interactive exhibit booth at the 6th Annual San Diego Travel and Adventure Show, taking place January 19th - 20th at the San Diego Convention Center.

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®) has announced the latest addition in Singapore, the fourth Holiday Inn Express hotel in this country, Holiday Inn Express Singapore Serangoon.

Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, announced today the company has landed on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® List for the fifth straight year, climbing 72 spots to No....

Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services® has been listed on Entrepreneur magazine’s prestigious and highly competitive Franchise 500® list.

The UPS Store® network has been named one of the world’s top franchise brands according to Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2019 Franchise 500 list.

HomeSmart International announced that it has been named to Franchise Business Review’s Top Franchise Opportunities for 2019 for overall franchisee satisfaction.

Deka Lash, the experts in eyelashes, is proud to announce the addition of Ms. Heather McPherson to the Sales Development Team.

Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ), the largest pizza company in the world based on global retail sales, announces the following event: Domino's 2019 Investor Day Webcast.

Executive Home Care recently ranked No. 466 in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500®, the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

Duck Donuts, known for serving Warm, Delicious and Made-to-Order!® donuts, recently ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500®, the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

Capriotti's Sandwich Shop, known for its award-winning, hand-crafted sandwiches, has signed a franchise agreement set to bring three new restaurants to Rhode Island, with the first location opening in Lincoln in April 2019.

Amazing Lash Studio, one of the nation’s largest and fastest growing eyelash extension franchise beauty brands, is the highest-ranking newcomer on the 2019 Franchise Times Fast & Serious list, landing in the 4th spot.

MOD Super Fast Pizza Holdings, LLC (“MOD Pizza”, “MOD” or the “Company”), today announced the appointment of Mark Shambura as its chief marketing officer (“CMO”).

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit fans can score a delicious deal on Game Day Packs this playoff football season.

Giardino Gourmet Salads, the premiere Florida-based fast casual concept focused on garden-to-bowl nutrition, announced today that it is continuing its expansion across Miami, Florida.

Assisted Living Locators, a leading senior placement franchise, landed a spot in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500®, the world’s most comprehensive franchise ranking.

Jabz has opened its first studio in the metro-Philadelphia area in Voorhees, NJ located at 1101 White Horse Rd, across from the Echelon Village Plaza.

ShelfGenie®, the nation’s leading custom shelving and home improvement solutions franchise, more than tripled the number of new franchise territories sold in 2018 over 2017 - setting a new record for territories awarded.

9Round Franchising, LCC, was recently ranked number 112 in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500.

Restoration 1, one of the fastest-growing and most-trusted restoration franchises in North America, today announced the addition of Tammy Biggerstaff as Franchise Consultant.

FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., parent company of Hurricane Grill & Wings and Buffalo's Cafe, is pleased to announce their kickoff to 2019 with All You Can Eat Wings for $15.99.

Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV today announced the launch of its Vehicle Recall Awareness Program, an innovative initiative that aims to reduce the number of open recalls on the road - thus improving consumer safety.

Carefree, convenient planning: That’s exactly what Sixt enables with its new “Event Transportation” division, supporting professional trade fair and event managers in organising exclusive events.

Jon Smith Subs® closed the year strong, bringing its total number of stores to more than 20 across four countries.

For many, the 16th of the month is a reason to breathe easier since it’s often the day after payday. But for those affected by the current government shutdown, this Jan. 16 is likely to be another week without a paycheck.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: WH) announced that it has reacquired exclusive direct franchising rights for its Days Inn® brand for the People's Republic of China.

Miracle Method Surface Refinishing, the nation’s largest professional bathroom and kitchen refinishing franchise, has been ranked No. 1 in its category on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500® list.

Russo’s New York Pizzeria, the global franchise chain known for its authentic New York style pizza and classic Italian fare, invites guests to embark on a savory culinary experience with its newest limited time offer: Kale Krust.