The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Altitude Trampoline Park announced today that it has named Amy Phillips to the role of President.

Spherion Staffing announced today that it has been named to Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500® list.

Kinderdance® presents KD Combo our newest program. KD Combo program is for children ages 6-8.

Pizza Inn announced the reopening of its restaurant in Elizabethton, Tennessee.

Motto Mortgage, a mortgage brokerage franchise focused on transparency and compliance, has a new office in Ohio.

Just in time for Valentine's Day, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) has announced the FURever Flower Shoppe, the online gifting destination for gifts that last FURever!

Assisted Living Locators announced they are partnering to provide Brain Health: 2022, a free virtual year-long education lecture series on successful aging, optimal nutrition and understanding dementia.

Always Best Care Senior Services announced today that Comfort and Michael Oseme are the new owners of the South Jersey franchise.

90% of Americans say it’s now more acceptable than ever to seek help according to the “Pulse on Help” study conducted by an independent research firm in partnership with H&R Block (NYSE: HRB).

The Patch Boys announced that the company saw extraordinary growth and record sales from 2020 to 2021 by nearly doubling the number of new franchisees and growing existing location sales revenue by 50%.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a franchise agreement with Thera Island Suites S.A.

PrideStaff, a nationally franchised staffing organization, is pleased to announce the opening of a new staffing and employment agency in downtown Dallas.

THE DRIPBaR is happy to announce the opening of its first location in the Kansas City area on Feb. 27.

Ledo Pizza is teaming up with The Steve Francis Foundation to support the communities it serves through an all-day fundraiser that will benefit local at-risk youth.

The Chattanooga community will soon have a new go-to destination to enjoy scratch-made Cajun and American cuisine served in a game day atmosphere when Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux makes its debut on Monday, Feb. 14!

A new electronics repair shop, Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions™, has opened in Sierra Vista at 55 South Highway 92, Suite F, in the Food City Shopping center.

Eggs Up Grill, ranked two years consecutively as the no. 1 breakfast franchise in 2021 and 2022 by Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500®, is bringing rich, cheesy indulgence to its menu with four limited time offerings.

Fleet Feet continues to double down on its expansion in the greater Austin market today with the opening of its newest franchise in Georgetown, Texas.

In starting the year off on the right foot, RNR Tire Express, the nation’s premiere tire and wheel franchise retailer, officially announced the appointment of three new executives to the brands national leadership team.

WaBa Grill, a healthy rice bowl chain, proudly announces that 2021 was the best year in company history, with same store sales (SSS) and total system sales (TSS) surging past the prior-year records established in 2020.

Junk King was recently recognized as a 2022 Top 200 Franchise by Franchise Business Review.

Computer Troubleshooters hosted its 2020 Annual Computer Troubleshooters Conference virtually this year in an effort to keep franchisees, vendors, and presenters safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) has announced that it has begun piloting electric vehicle (EV) services in its retail stores.

Fleet Feet continues its expansion in Texas with the opening of its newest franchise in McAllen.

The Vitamin Shoppe® announced the launch of TrueYou™, an innovative and extensive assortment of supplements that caters to the unique and evolving needs of women through every stage of their lives.

Modern Market Eater kicks off 2022 with strong business goals following a year of success in shifting the brand back to its pre-pandemic status.

School of Rock was recently named a Top Franchise for 2022 by Franchise Business Review. This is the 17th annual ranking of the 200 best franchise opportunities as rated by franchise business owners.

Little Caesars lovers in the south-Atlantic area can show some love to their Valentines by sending a beautiful bouquet of Crazy Bread to celebrate the holiday this year.

Foot Solutions, Inc., a retailer of wellness footwear and custom orthotic insoles, is announcing the acquisition of the Florida-based retailer Happy Feet Plus, Inc.

Keller Williams (“KW”), the world’s largest real estate franchise by agent count, welcomes Stacey Onnen to the executive leadership team.

Farhana Naz graduated from Fordham University with a business degree and worked in media research for Nielsen.

Nathan's Famous, Inc. reported results for its third fiscal quarter ended December 26, 2021.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC announced the affiliation of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Town Center based in Burbank.

Keller Williams (KW) is expanding further across the Caribbean. As momentum continues, KW has awarded a new master franchise in Sint Maarten.

Good Times Restaurants Inc. operator of Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar and Good Times Burgers & Frozen Custard, announced that Donald L. Stack has been named Senior Vice President of Operations.

D1 Training has announced the signing of a three-unit franchise agreement that will bring new facilities to Southlake and Little Elm TX, in addition to Overland Park, KS.

FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., parent company of Fazoli’s and 16 other restaurant concepts, is proud to announce that Fazoli’s finished 2021 with 20 consecutive months of positive same-store sales growth for the system.

Earlier this month, a three-store deal was inked between Big Whiskey’s American Restaurant & Bar and Whiskey’s Florida LLC, a subsidiary of Nosnaws Corporation, to bring Big Whiskey’s to South Florida.

North Carolina-based Wing It On! is looking ahead to 2022

BODYBAR Pilates (BODYBAR) announced that it has signed an agreement to raise the bar in Wichita with a new studio opening later this year.

la Madeleine French Café CEO Lionel Ladouceur announced that the company has promoted Christine Johnson as its new chief operating officer.

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

Pop’s Italian Beef and Sausage, the Chicagoland staple known for its savory Italian beef sandwiches, announced the opening of a new location in Joliet.

Cousins Subs® announces the return of the Reuben sub and mint shake to its menu for a limited time only.

The Undefeated Tribe dba Crunch Fitness made a significant investment in their executive leadership team and appointed Michael Morales as their new Chief Financial Officer.

California Closets® franchise owners, Joe and Graziella Marengi, announced today that they will be revamping their Raleigh showroom this year.

Yogi Bear came out of hibernation early this year for an appearance on A&E’s ‘Shipping Wars.’ The show follows a diverse group of transporters who lay it all on the line to haul anything and everything.

School of Rock announces a second location opening in Mexico City, Mexico in late fall 2022.

Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) announced the opening of its "restaurant of the future," a first-of-its-kind prototype restaurant.

Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) announced 2021 operating results for the fourth quarter and full year.

Wendy's® answers the question, "where does heat meet sweet?" with the launch of the new Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich and Hot Honey Chicken Biscuit.

NEXTAFF announced the opening of a new healthcare staffing agency location in Sarasota, FL.

PrideStaff, a nationally franchised staffing organization, is pleased to announce that they have earned one of ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Employee Satisfaction Awards.

College HUNKS Hauling Junk and Moving®, an industry leader in stress-free solutions for moving and junk-hauling needs, is thrilled to announce its newest location in Kansas City North, MO.

In support of National Heart Health month this February, Pure Barre has announced its partnership with WomenHeart, the leading voice for the millions of American Women living with or at risk of heart disease.

Dog Haus is kicking off 2022 by getting ready to bring its gourmet hot dogs, sausages, burgers and one-of-a-kind creations to communities across Florida!

Wag N’ Wash Natural Pet Food & Grooming, a full-line specialty retail destination for cats and dogs, has announced the opening of its first Missouri location in O’Fallon.