The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

New York City-based Mediterranean concept, The Hummus & Pita Co., plans to further their franchising efforts post COVID-19. Co-founders, and mother and son duo,

As a way to revitalize the restaurant industry, Ledo Pizza is boosting development efforts through a robust, refined conversion strategy.

Driven by Hyatt’s purpose to care for people so they can be their best, Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announces today the Hyatt Loves Local initiative.

Curry Up Now, the largest and fastest growing Indian fast casual concept in the United States, will make its grand debut in Texas in 2021.

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has been named the global industry leader in sustainability for the second consecutive year on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI).

The Spice & Tea Exchange can lean on its twelve years of growth and experience to weather any storm.

Realogy Holdings Corp (NYSE: RLGY) announced the appointment of Susan Yannaccone as president and chief executive officer of Realogy Franchise Group LLC, effective November 30, 2020.

LearningRx, the largest one-on-one brain training company in the world, has made Franchise Business Review's list of "Top Education Franchises in High Demand During a Pandemic."

CARSTAR announced the opening of CARSTAR Westside Collision, located at 801 West Avenue K, Lancaster, CA 93534.

Big Blue Swim School is now heading to The Sunshine State, which is full of potential for the right partners.

To help inspire others to do amazing things, Seniors Helping Seniors® is sharing its Tougher Than 2020 stories as a way to celebrate the heroes of the brand making a difference.

Famous Toastery has constantly been looking for ways to both thrive and give back to their location’s communities amid the challenges the pandemic has thrown its way.

Office Evolution is continuing its Texas expansion by signing leases for the brand's first locations in San Antonio and Austin.

National tech repair franchise, uBreakiFix, has opened its 600th location in Frisco at 3333 Preston Road in Stonebriar Centre.

Downing Barber, the founder & CEO of Barberitos, believes now is the perfect time to purchase a franchise.

Today, Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation unveiled its first annual Book of Giving.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers announced today it has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement to develop 50 new restaurants over the next several years across the Southeast.

Mountain Mike’s Pizza is excited to announce the opening of its new Fountain Valley location, the brand’s third restaurant in Orange County.

The Glass Guru franchise is demonstrating why the home services is a category that’s typically more insulated than most during times of economic uncertainty.

As the holidays approach, Cinnabon® knows that moments with loved ones are the frosting of life and deserve to be celebrated.

Electronics repair shop uBreakiFix is now open in Peterborough at 550 Lansdowne St. W. The store offers repairs on smartphones, tablets, computers, and more to help the community stay connected.

Home Instead announced today its newest memory care training program is now recognized by the Alzheimer’s Association.

America’s leader in low-voltage landscape and architectural lighting, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives (OLP), is pleased to announce the opening of Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Fort Lauderdale & Boca Raton, FL.

Romeo’s Pizza, the award-winning franchise that offers pizza with a purpose, is expanding further westward in North America with their latest franchise area agreement in Colorado.

Engel & Völkers Florida today announced its latest franchise expansion in Northeast Florida with Engel & Völkers Amelia Island.

MoneyMailerUSA, Inc., a Local Marketing Solutions Group Inc. company, has acquired the assets of The Inside Coup.

As if 2020 couldn't get any more strange, 1-800-GOT-JUNK? has compiled the top ten weirdest junk items of all time!

Auntie Anne's®, the world's largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchise, is delighting holiday shoppers with the reintroduction of its popular wintry beverage, Hot Chocolate Frost.

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes is opening its fourth restaurant in Madison on November 16th to continue to satisfy the taste buds of burger enthusiasts in the Badger state.

Gold Star Chili is proud to announce it has been named a Franchise Times’ 200+ Honoree for 2019.

Little Caesars is bringing back their popular Pepperoni Cheeser!Cheeser!, a large pizza with pepperoni, fresh mozzarella, sweet basil and a toasted asiago-parmesan crust. ce isn't.

BurgerFi, one of the nation's fastest-growing better-burger concepts, has partnered with Epic Kitchens to open the brand's first ghost kitchen in Downtown Chicago on November 16.

RAVE Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: RAVE) today reported financial results for the first quarter ended September 27, 2020.

German Doner Kebab has appointed a new Franchise Recruitment Director for North America to spearhead its growth and development in the region.

Leslie Elton is the owner of Pinspiration Henderson, a DIY Craft Studio opening soon in the Henderson / Las Vegas area.

Mayweather Boxing + Fitness announced the Grand Opening of its Kansas City Studio, hosted by brand creator and boxing legend himself, Floyd Mayweather.

Mountain Mike’s Pizza is excited to announce the opening of its second Campbell location.

Renowned hospitality expert and entrepreneur Jon Taffer is bringing his famed level of standards to his own customers with the opening of the franchise Taffer’s Tavern.

MOD Super Fast Pizza Holdings, LLC released its limited-edition “Squad Cake” – a delectable orange cake with vanilla cream filling, wrapped in orange icing and topped with rainbow sprinkles.

Millions of people enjoy the Bloomin’ Onion at Outback Steakhouse each year.

Capriotti's Sandwich Shop, known for its award-winning, hand-crafted sandwiches, is reporting double-digit same-store sales increases for Q2 and Q3, year over year.

The Shahs, current Virginia Edible® franchisees, launched their ownership of an established store location in Newport News on October 28.

Strickland Brothers 10 Minute Oil Change is excited to announce their first set of Illinois franchise owners, husband and wife, Jami and Alisa Guthrie.

Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) today announced that its board of directors increased the quarterly cash dividend on the company's common stock by nearly 11 percent to $0.125 per share.

PrideStaff is pleased to announce that they were ranked number 19 on Staffing Industry Analysts’ 2020 List of Largest Office/Clerical Staffing Firms in the United States.

In celebration of National Adoption Month, Wendy's® is launching two signature promotions to benefit the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption® (DTFA).

WaBa Grill is happy to announce that due to popular demand, its Value-Bowl Combos, Loaded Miso Soup, and “Make it a Feast” options have been added to the menu permanently.

America's Swimming Pool Company (ASP) announced the brand’s ASP Gives Day fundraising event in partnership with OneWorld Health, that will take place November 17-19.

Pizza Inn has just launched curbside pick-up, giving guests another way to conveniently enjoy its unique Contactless Buffet To-Go.

Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging, continues its successful giving campaign this year with its newest Room in Your Heart (RIYH) purpose program.

Corner Bakery is securing its spot on the nice list this holiday season by gifting its guests FREE coffee!

Massage Heights, a leader of professional, affordable and convenient therapeutic massage and facial services, announced that it has signed a franchise agreement with existing franchisees.

Yogurtland, the nation’s leading frozen yogurt brand, opens its doors to their new fast casual concept Holsom By Yogurtland in Huntington Beach, CA on Saturday, November 14th.

Nathan’s Famous, Inc., the American tradition serving New York favorites for more than 100 years, today announces the expansion of their menu offerings to Vancouver, Canada.

Senior Care Authority®, an Eldercare Consulting and Assisted Living Residential Placement Services franchise, announced the recent opening of their Northern Utah franchise location.

Veterans are enjoying business ownership and success through Brightway Insurance, earning the company a spot on Franchise Business Review's list of the Top Franchises for Veterans for the fourth consecutive year.

RSVP, a luxury direct mail agency that has been leading the industry since 1985, has officially announced its plans to launch a dynamic franchise initiative that will take the brand to Portland.

Intelligent Leadership Executive Coaching (ILEC) is launching a new virtual franchise with Jeremy Gustafson.

Always Best Care Senior Services announced that local entrepreneurs David and Kehinde Ogunnoiki have assumed ownership of its Always Best Care of Madison territory in Wisconsin.