The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the opening of Crowne Plaza Dubai Marina.

In today’s evolving and increasingly competitive franchise industry, PrideStaff, a national, franchised staffing organization, is pleased to announce that they were named a top 500 franchise by Entrepreneur for the eighth year in a row.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with KL MIDTOWN Sdn. Bhd. to develop a new 450-room Hyatt Regency branded hotel in Kuala Lumpur.

My Eyelab, a retail brand of Now Optics recently ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500®, the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

Zabka - the largest convenience chain in Europe - together with its technology partner, Synerise, presented the zappka customer app in New York during the largest technology fair, NRF 2020.

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.

Soccer Shots 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.

Homewatch CareGivers is expanding to meet the increased need for a superior home care provider in Paramus.

To celebrate National Bagel Day, BIGGBY® COFFEE is excited to announce a new partnership with Just Bagels, from Bronx, New York.

Mountain Mike’s Pizza, LLC, a leading California-based family-style pizza chain known for its legendary crispy, curly pepperonis and Mountain-sized pizzas, is proud to announce the opening of its new location in Menlo Park.

Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only southern inspired, fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced its continued expansion across Texas with its newest restaurant in Fort Worth-Ridglea Village.

Coolgreens - the healthy lifestyle eatery that “feeds your life” - announced that it promoted Todd Madlener from vice president of operations to president and chief operating officer, reporting to CEO Robert Lee.

Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services has been listed on Entrepreneur’s prestigious Franchise 500® ranking.

When Brian Bamrick began his Discovery Map business back in 1995, he made a tactical decision to be as hands-on with his business as possible.

Painting with a Twist, the original and largest paint-and-sip franchise, has earned the top spot in its category for the seventh consecutive year in the coveted 2020 Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500® list.

Interim HealthCare Inc., the nation’s leading franchise network of owners providing homecare, senior care, hospice and healthcare staffing services, today announced Angela Young, CNA, as the 2019 Paraprofessional of the Year.

Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, recently ranked in Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500®, the world's first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

ASP - America’s Swimming Pool Company, a national swimming pool service franchise, recently ranked No. 84 in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500®.

Office Evolution, the nation’s largest coworking franchisor is further expanding its footprint in California by signing a development deal for a new location in the San Diego area.

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

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

For a second consecutive year, Xponential Fitness lands three brands on Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2020 Franchise 500® list, the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

Senior Helpers®, one of the nation’s premier providers of personalized in-home senior care, today announced the official opening of its Lake Norman location, to be managed and operated by Jay Scripter.

As the pet industry continues experiencing explosive growth, Scenthound, a new franchise in the $75 billion professional pet industry, is expanding into Palm Beach Gardens.

The Motto Mortgage brand has been named to Entrepreneur magazine’s 41st annual Franchise 500® list, ranking #395 overall and first in the Miscellaneous Financial Services category.

Firehouse Subs® announces the grand opening of its first location in Harlingen, Texas at 2709 W. Expressway 83, Suite 150.

101 Mobility, the leading national provider of mobility and accessibility solutions, announced today that Mark Baker has joined as President.

Leading superfood concept and allergy-friendly café Vitality Bowls is poised to expand its footprint in 2020 after wrapping a strong year of growth, including a nearly 30 percent increase in total gross sales from the year before.

I Heart Mac & Cheese today announced a two-store franchise development agreement with JP Quickserve Corp to expand the brand’s presence in New York.

Big Blue Swim School, one of the nation’s fastest-growing swim school franchises, is officially coming to the Lone Star State, through franchise partners Neel and Rohit Patel.

Pearle Vision has been ranked as the nation’s top Eye Care franchise on Entrepreneur magazine’s highly competitive Franchise 500® list.

Interim HealthCare Inc., the nation’s leading franchise network of owners providing homecare, senior care, hospice and healthcare staffing services, today announced Minda Papson, occupational therapist, as the 2019 Therapist of the Year.

For Mighty Distributing System, 2020 marks its 50th year in franchising.

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) updated its financial guidance for fiscal year 2019 ahead of its presentation at the 22nd Annual ICR Conference.

As of January 1, 2020, former Chief Operating Officer (COO), Darren Tipton, assumed the role of CEO of Paris Baguette’s United States business operations.

On Sunday evening, Co-Founder of Apple Steve Wozniak joined Proforma at The PPAI Expo in a celebration of technology innovation.

Del Taco Restaurants, Inc. invites guests to eat (and spend) well with Del in the new year with the return of fan-favorite seasoned ground turkey, available for a limited time.

TGA Premier Sports (Teach Grow Achieve) is proud to announce the 2019 award winners for the best in youth sports franchises.

SERVPRO® is rebranding its National Call Center to the Customer Care Center. This new title will help better demonstrate SERVPRO’s continued focus on our customers, both internal and external.

Glory Days Grill hosted its 32nd annual golf tournament at the Westfield’s Golf Club in Clifton, Virginia on Tuesday, October 15, 2019.

Roy Rogers® Restaurants announced today that it has launched RoyRogersGeneralStore.com.

Canadians can now uncarb their pizza with the launch of keto pizza options at Pizza Pizza.

Saladworks is setting its sights on providing guests with choice to consume their salads how they want them and where they want them in the great state of Ohio.

Big Blue Swim School, one of the nation’s fastest growing swim school franchises, is coming to the Atlanta area this spring, with its first pool located in Johns Creek at the Northbridge Shopping Center.

HomeSmart International ended 2019 with a large acquisition, several franchise additions, 21-percent growth in new states year over year, and expanded its proprietary tech-based resources for its agents.

Firehouse Subs is kicking off a new decade with the return of a fan-favorite, the Pastrami Reuben sub. The announcement comes just in time to celebrate the foodie holiday, National Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day on January 14.

Meineke Car Care Centers is helping its franchisees easily track that data with the launch of the new Meineke Profitability Portal.

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. announced preliminary, unaudited revenue results for the fourth quarter ended December 29, 2019.

United® Real Estate, one of the fastest growing national real estate organizations, announces the expansion of its United Real Estate | Solutions' leadership team with the promotion of Jennine Smith to principal broker.

Scooter’s Coffee, best known for its convenient drive-thru specialty coffee and baked-from-scratch pastries, added a new location to the state of Iowa with the company’s debut store in Spirit Lake at 1808 Keokuk Avenue.

For Valentine’s Day this year, ditch the chocolate and give a special gift that will strengthen any relationship - the experience of total relaxation with a True REST Float Spa gift card.

B.GOOD, the Boston-based fast-casual pioneer in great tasting, responsibly sourced fare, announced today a new franchisee has purchased three locations in the Toronto area.

MOD Super Fast Pizza Holdings, LLC (“MOD Pizza”, “MOD” or the “Company”) today released its newest limited-time menu offerings for the winter season.

Wingstop Inc. (NASDAQ: WING) (the “Company” or “Wingstop”) will host its first Investor Day since the Company’s initial public offering in 2015, on Thursday, January 16, 2020.

Florida 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 its second Naples location on January 11.

TSS Photography was recently named a top franchise for 2020 by Franchise Business Review. This is the 15th annual ranking of the top 200, award-winning franchise opportunities.

Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative, hosted its annual Convention in Hollywood, Florida from December 2-6.

Waters Edge Wineries® today announced it has signed a franchise agreement to open a second Waters Edge Winery & Bistro in Illinois, located in the city of Jacksonville.

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of NE Suburban Chicagoland in Vernon Hills has been named the state’s “Best Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling Firm” by BUILD.

The Pie Hole, the fastest growing pie and coffee shop in the nation, has partnered with Goldbelly to ship its sweet and savory pies, mini pies and signature Pie Holes nationwide.

As 2020 kicks off, Wag N’ Wash Natural Pet Food & Grooming is reflecting on the noteworthy moments that shaped the brand’s successful year in 2019.