The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

The Joint Corp. acquired the regional developer territory of Northern New Jersey, representing four franchised clinics and the opportunity for additional corporate clinics, for $250,000 on March 17, 2022.

Following analysis of research into post pandemic travel requirements in key markets, Choice Hotels EMEA has commenced a refresh of its regional brand portfolio, starting with its Comfort brand.

Goodcents is reopening its restaurant at 9542 Lackman Road at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 23, after a brief closure to allow remodeling the location to the brand’s new look.

ERA® Real Estate today announced its Circle of Success Award recipients, recognizing brokerages and affiliated agents for their outstanding accomplishments, commitment to service and professional triumphs.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Wine Country Group, headquartered in Sonoma, Calif., announced today its partnership with Ming Tree Realtors based in Eureka, Calif.

More San Antonians will soon be able to experience the soul of coffee - rooted in connection and excellence - when PJ’s Coffee opens its second local shop in April.

LIME Painting is continuing to expand and kicking off the new year with its first location in Georgia.

Atlanta-based Honors Holdings, LLC (Honors), the world’s largest franchisee of Orangetheory® Fitness studios, has opened the fitness brand’s flagship site in Manhattan’s Plaza District.

Pet Evolution, a locally owned, healthy pet supply franchise dedicated to providing the highest quality products, recently provided the travel funds to help a stray Labrador retriever from China find its forever home in the U.S.

Maaco celebrates its outstanding achievement as it takes home 10 awards for the 2021 Charlotte American Advertising Awards.

Altitude Trampoline Park, the go-to choice for active family fun and indoor entertainment, announced today a new signed franchise agreement for ten locations .

 Little Medial School (a Loyalty Brands Partner) has awarded 7 franchise territories to Michael Fay.  Michael is an entrepreneur who currently owns 7 successful Subway locations in Pennsylvania.

Tommy’s Express Car Wash recently hosted their Annual Convention, Tommy Club. Held in San Antonio, TX, more than 350 franchisors, team members, and staff were in attendance.

Unity Rd., the national cannabis dispensary franchise from Item 9 Labs Corp. (OTCQX: INLB), announced today the signing of an agreement that will bring three shops to New Mexico, further solidifying its position as a fast-growing leader in cannabis...

Fully Promoted® hosted its annual convention in Ft. Worth, Texas for 2022. The three-day event, themed "Branding We Grow" featured networking events, presentations, vendor roundtables, an award ceremony, and educational opportunities.

Blue Moon Estate Sales, an estate sale franchise in the U.S., was recognized as a fastest-growing franchise in 2022 in the March issue of Entrepreneur.

Spaulding Decon is excited to announce the grand opening of its first location in Louisville, KY, operated by Morgan Davis.

iTrip Vacations Manasota Key - owned and managed by Chris and Wendy Benson - has launched as the newest iTrip destination.

Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, an auto accessory and window tinting franchise, announces the opening of a new location in Colorado Springs.

AlphaGraphics, a franchisor of printing and marketing solutions, has been named one of the top franchises for veterans after being elevated to a 5-star brand by VetFran, which is a program of the International Franchise Association.

PostNet has been recognized as one of the top franchises for veterans after being named a 5-star brand by VetFran, which is a program of the International Franchise Association.

Domino's Pizza, Inc. (NYSE: DPZ) understands there wouldn't be any pizza to deliver without farmers - and young people pursuing careers in agriculture.

NUTRISHOP®, a national nutrition, wellness and supplement retail franchise, is pleased to announce a new collaboration with 24 Hour Fitness® to expand their original partnership.

Buff City Soap - a handmade retail franchise known for its plant-based soap and body products made in-store daily - will soon be opening its first location in Alexandria.

SUPER CHIX® is pleased to announce the opening of its first franchise location in Georgia.

The Dickey Foundation - the charitable arm of Dickey’s Barbecue Pit - is dedicated to being an active member of the communities it serves.

Mohammed Sayyah graduated from Tristate University with a degree in chemical engineering, a field he worked in for nearly nine years. During that time, he realized that his real goal was to start a family business.

CARSTAR is an Industry Leadership Circle partner for the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF), and is working with its regional business groups to showcase careers in collision repair as part of the CREF Career Fairs around the country.

QC Kinetix, a regenerative medicine franchise that is ranked No. 62 on the Inc. 5000 list, and offers a cutting-edge, non-surgical alternative to joint and pain relief, recently opened in Lansing.

Rustika Café and Bakery announced today that the company has hired Latonya Prophet as its new multi-unit manager.

Amici will open its first Atlanta location at The Mark, a new 28-story, 230-unit student housing building for Georgia Tech, Georgia State, Emory University and SCAD students located at 955 Spring St. at the corner of 10th St.

The destination for creatively crafted fresh smoothies, juices, and bowls, Robeks today announces the brand’s expansion to Denver with the completion of a 5-unit franchise development deal. The first location is now open in Parker.

A new electronics repair shop, Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions™, has opened in Elmhurst at 177 IL-83.

ERA® Real Estate today announced the five outstanding real estate professionals inducted into the ERA Hall of Fame Class of 2021.

Pizza Factory, known for its iconic hometown vibe with an innovative approach to operations, announced its latest signed agreement to further expand in Oakland, California.

While companies throughout North Carolina look for new ways to maintain productivity, innovation, and connection in remote work settings, Office Evolution has provided them with the perfect solution.

Slim Chickens, a leading fast casual franchise, which features dine-in and drive-thru service in the better-chicken segment, announced today its new restaurant opening at 22 Friary St. in Guildford.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC is thinking spring - spring selling season that is.

ERA® Real Estate has named ERA Team VP Real Estate based in Chautauqua, N.Y., as the winner of its Gene Francis Memorial Award for Top All-Around Company.

SONIC® Drive-In is bringing back the popular Brownie Batter and Yellow Cake Batter Shakes, two authentic, hand-mixed treats made with Real Ice Cream and inspired by the taste and texture of batter that’s straight from the mixing bowl!

The Joint Corp. (NASDAQ: JYNT), the nation's largest provider of chiropractic care through The Joint Chiropractic® network, announced that it will participate at several upcoming investor events.

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews is bringing the brisket this spring with a new menu lineup.

Take 5 was recently ranked number 42 in Entrepreneur’s list of the Fastest-Growing Franchises, published in the March 2022 issue.

College HUNKS Hauling Junk and Moving® recently hosted its 2022 Reunion and honored achievements of its franchise locations across the company.

Crunch Franchise announced the upcoming summer 2022 opening of Crunch Savannah on Georgia's Atlantic coast.

Pet Evolution has awarded Ritu and Harpreet Sethi as Regional Developers to help open locations throughout the Orange County area.

Christian Brothers Automotive is now bringing comfortable and convenient auto care to drivers in Grimes.

Waters Edge Wineries®, an urban winery system bringing the cultural experience of wine to communities across the country, has earned the 135th spot on Inc. Magazine’s second annual Inc. 5000 Regionals: Pacific list.

ATC Healthcare announces a new franchise location in Schaumburg, IL.

Since 2018, Weed Man has grown the lawn care franchise reported over $259 million in total system wide sales and signed 67 additional territories last year.

Upgrade Labs, a Human Upgrade™ Center and brainchild of Bulletproof Coffee founder Dave Asprey, continues its expansion by partnering with Hailey Smith and Becky Granden to bring the concept to Boise, Idaho.

Le Macaron French Pastries is celebrating National Macaron Day on Sunday, March 20.

LFG from Bucked Up is hitting the market. Designed specifically to support optimized performance and calorie burn, this science-based, non-proprietary formula is taking pre-workout to a different stratosphere.

PrideStaff is pleased to announce that their Houston (Northwest) office was recently named one of the three Best Staffing Agencies in Houston by Three Best Rated®.

Assisted Living Locators announced Angelica Olea as the Vice President of Operations bringing more than nine years of operations and franchise support experience to the position.

After six weeks of close competition, Spherion Staffing announced today the nine grand prize winners of its innovative hiring and retention campaign, Spherion Winter Games.

Baskin-Robbins and master licensee, Galadari Ice Cream Company, officially opened the doors to its 1,000th store across the Middle East, North Africa, and Australia on March 10

Moran Family of Brands announced its newest franchise location with a Turbo Tint store in Orlando, Florida.

Big Chicken announced today that Coby Jones, an accomplished restaurant franchise investor with over 20 years of industry experience, has signed a multi-unit agreement to open six units across West Texas and Central Oklahoma.

City Wide Facility Solutions announced the addition of John Martin to its executive team as Chief Financial Officer.

Item 9 Labs Corp. announced that it has signed an Asset Purchase Agreement (the "APA") with The Herbal Cure, a medicinal and recreational dispensary and cultivator operating in Denver, Colorado.

Cambria Hotels celebrated the official start of construction on its newest franchised property in California: the Cambria Hotel El Centro.

Ben & Jerry's most-loved former flavors is back with a new spirit! Dublin Mudslide has returned from the great beyond with a flavor that is beyond great: Irish cream ice cream with chocolate chocolate chip cookies and coffee fudge swirls.

Kappa Investments, LLC, an established multi-unit operator with Buddy’s Home Furnishings, will expand its footprint in Virginia with the addition of five new locations, two of which are already open.

Noodles & Company announced today the launch of Panko Chicken made by Impossible™ Foods, a new plant-based protein option now available in select markets.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) announced its Suburban Extended Stay Hotel brand is getting a new look.

Yogurtland, a self-serve frozen yogurt brand, is celebrating St. Patrick's Day and National Peanut Month by featuring two fan-favorite flavors this March.

CARSTAR announced the opening of CARSTAR MVP Richardson, located at 13534 Vargon Street, Dallas, TX 75243.