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ProSource Wholesale has opened ProSource of Wilmington.
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
Crunch Fitness today announced the upcoming opening of Crunch San Antonio Goliad Rd. in San Antonio, Texas.
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
TGI Fridays, where the world goes to celebrate, brought together eight of the brand's best bartenders from across the world to compete in the 29th World Bartender Championship (WBC).
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
Captain D's is building momentum for international growth as interest from prospective franchise partners expands across Europe.
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
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October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
Clean Eatz has once again earned a place on the Franchise Times Top 400.
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
Newk's Eatery has earned the No. 244 spot on the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400 list.
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
AtWork® has named Sarah Goehring, Vice President of Franchise Development.
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
A new chapter in Perkins history begins Oct. 19, when Perkins Griddle & Go opens its first U.S. location in Flemington, New Jersey.
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
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Taylor Suman
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
Jeremiah's Italian Ice has been named to the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400, ranking No. 375 among the largest U.S.-based franchise systems.
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
Wetzel’s Pretzels (Wetzel’s) is expanding its Massachusetts footprint with a new bakery inside the Supercenter Walmart in Worcester.
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
Beginning Thursday, Oct. 15, Teriyaki Madness (TMAD) is teaming up with Zipline to fly orders straight to customers across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and Houston later this year.
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
Venture X® announced today that it will be expanding its footprint in Virginia with the opening of a new location in Stafford.
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
After a decade in franchising, Structural Elements® is focused on finding the experienced, multi-unit investors who will carry the orthopedic wellness brand into its next stage of growth.
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
Starbird is bringing its Positively Delicious Chicken® to the Midwest with plans to open its first Chicago-area restaurant in St. Charles, Illinois.
October 15th, 2026 | TRENDING
Engineering For Kids has introduced its new “B.O.L.D.” framework, which aims to articulate the engineering process in an easily understandable way for referral partners, parents, and children alike.
October 15th, 2026
Farmer Boys® is giving guests a reason to make mealtime the bright spot in a busy day with a new lineup packed with bold flavors, hearty portions and made-to-order favorites worth looking forward to.
October 15th, 2026
Proforma is excited to share that its 2026 Energize event series has wrapped up an engaging three-city tour.
October 15th, 2026
SOLENVIA Caregivers has awarded three territories covering Fairfield County, Conn., to new franchisees Karen Lindstrom and Gordon Hurlbert.
October 15th, 2026 | TRENDING
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Aicha Bascaro
October 15th, 2026 | TRENDING
Pet Butler is proud to announce that franchise owner Coby Hough has renewed his franchise agreement, extending his partnership with the brand for another 10 years.
October 15th, 2026
Continuing a year of rapid franchise growth, RNR Tire Express has signed an agreement to open a new location in Jamestown, New York.
October 15th, 2026 | TRENDING
VIO Med Spa is entering Arizona with two signed franchise agreements in the Phoenix metro area.
October 15th, 2026 | TRENDING
1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. today announced that the Company will release financial results for its fiscal 2027 first quarter on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
October 15th, 2026
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. today announced it will release financial results for its fiscal third quarter 2026 on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
October 15th, 2026
Slick City Action Park today announced the opening of its 50th park located in Milford, Massachusetts.
October 15th, 2026
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October 15th, 2026 | TRENDING
Brinker International, Inc. has scheduled its earnings conference call at 11 a.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, October 28, 2026
October 15th, 2026
Slutty Vegan has named Destiny Correa its first-ever operating franchisee.
October 15th, 2026
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is continuing its expansion in South Texas with a new location in McAllen opening on Tuesday, October 27.
October 14th, 2026
The Golf Crypt today announced it will open its new location at 33334 U.S. 19, Palm Harbor, Fla. 34684.
October 14th, 2026
Tahini’s is accelerating its franchise growth with plans to open 30 new restaurants across Canada and the United States over the next two years.
October 14th, 2026
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Kevin Behan
October 15th, 2026 | TRENDING
Juice It Up! has officially entered Utah with the opening of a new Herriman location.
October 14th, 2026
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. is introducing the new, limited-time Prime Rib Stack Burger, a meat-on-meat masterpiece for guests looking for a premium burger experience.
October 14th, 2026
H&R Block and the Kansas City Chiefs today announced a new multiyear partnership naming H&R Block the Chiefs' Exclusive Tax Preparation Partner through the 2030 season.
October 14th, 2026
Ziebart has been ranked No. 270 on the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400.
October 14th, 2026
UNITS® Moving and Portable Storage of Indianapolis is excited to offer portable storage solutions to the Indianapolis Colts this season.
October 14th, 2026
Shoot 360 has opened its newest location in Manila, Philippines.
October 14th, 2026
Blo Blow Dry Bar is expanding into New Hampshire with a three-unit development agreement led by local entrepreneur Marissa Gardner.
October 14th, 2026 | TRENDING
Comfort Keepers® has named Jessie Brumbach Senior Vice President of Marketing.
October 14th, 2026
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The International Franchise Association
October 15th, 2026 | TRENDING
Potbelly Opening New Central Florida Shop in Ocala at Premier Regional Retail and Dining Destination
Potbelly, the iconic neighborhood sandwich shop, is expanding its Central Florida footprint with a new shop opening Tuesday, Oct. 13, at Corta Commons in southwest Ocala.
October 14th, 2026 | TRENDING
The Glass Guru celebrated franchise growth, leadership and business excellence during its 2026 National Franchise Owners Convention.
October 14th, 2026 | TRENDING
OHG Brands, parent company of Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express, has officially opened a new co-branded location in Eagle Pass, TX.
October 14th, 2026
Rusty Taco® has signed two new Franchise Agreements with Bowlski’s, a family-owned and operated bowling center with iconic venue space, for locations in Texas and Colorado.
October 14th, 2026
everbowl® reaches its 10th anniversary on Friday, October 16.
October 14th, 2026
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Hand & Stone
October 14th, 2026 | TRENDING
Chris and Corina Griffin have become the first existing home-services business to join the Service Experts franchise system.
October 14th, 2026
America’s Swimming Pool Co. (ASP) today announced the launch of its Pool Design Tool.
October 14th, 2026
The Lash Lounge, the premier eyelash salon franchise, is expanding its service offerings with the introduction of Korean Lash Lift and Brow Stain.
October 14th, 2026
Fix Auto USA announces the opening of Fix Auto South Salt Lake, located at 3218 S W Temple St, South Salt Lake, UT 84115.
October 14th, 2026

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