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Batteries Plus, the nation’s leading battery and power solutions service center, is charging into 2026 with strong first-quarter franchise development, industry recognition, and brand momentum across multiple fronts.
April 14th, 2026
Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only fast-casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today the appointment of Brian Lindley as Chief Development Officer.
April 14th, 2026
Teriyaki Madness (TMAD), the Seattle-style teriyaki franchise kicked off 2026 with a 28 percent year-over-year increase in systemwide sales.
April 14th, 2026
Gong cha has signed a three-unit development agreement in Southern California.
April 14th, 2026
Maid Brigade has been recognized as a 2026 FranServe Fran-tastic Brand.
April 14th, 2026
With the celebration just two days away, NYPD Pizza is gearing up to mark its 30th anniversary by bringing back one of its most beloved promotions.
April 13th, 2026
Dave's Hot Chicken continues its rapid growth in 2026 with the opening of eight new restaurants on April 16.
April 13th, 2026
Allegra Marketing Print Mail in Clinton Township has acquired American Speedy Printing in Shelby Township.
April 13th, 2026
GoTo Foods®, the Atlanta-based enterprise behind seven iconic foodservice brands, today announced two strategic executive appointments.
April 13th, 2026
For too long, burger sliders have meant small, thin and unsatisfying, and Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. has had it.
April 13th, 2026
Pickleman's Gourmet Café, the Midwestern fast-casual brand known for its uncompromised food standards and deep-rooted community connections, has officially opened its newest location at 8448 Parkwood Blvd, Suite #300, in Plano, Texas.
April 13th, 2026
Kwench Juice Franchising Continues Its Florida Expansion With New W. Palm Beach Location Coming Soon
Kwench Juice Franchising founder, Chris Gregoris is excited to announce the grand opening of the first Kwench Juice Café in West Palm Beach, Florida, slated to open in the fourth quarter of 2026.
April 13th, 2026
Millenia Partners, an Orlando-based business brokerage firm, announced the completed sale of an AAMCO Transmissions & Total Car Care location in Apopka, Florida, for $1,671,804.
April 13th, 2026
Cheba Hut is once again claiming its unofficial ownership of 4/20 with a munchie-taming deal that’s both delicious and collectible.
April 13th, 2026
Layne’s Chicken Fingers, the fast-growing, 40+ location chicken finger franchise known for its hand-breaded crispy tenders, crave-worthy sauces and Texas toast–stacked sandwiches, is bringing the crunch to Waycross.
April 13th, 2026
Kwench Juice Cafe is headed to Texas, with a current location situated in Mansfield, TX.
April 13th, 2026
Kwench Juice, the leading fast-casual juice brand, is expanding its food offerings with its veggie Buddha bowls.
April 10th, 2026
Mike’s Red Tacos announced it has signed an agreement with a group of experienced entrepreneurs to bring its Birria tacos and signature drip to New England.
April 10th, 2026
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June 17th, 2026
JETSET Pilates is expanding to the Cypress area with a new studio opening in Bridgeland.
April 10th, 2026
JINYA Ramen Bar is officially expanding its footprint in New Jersey with a new restaurant opening at The Shops at Riverside.
April 10th, 2026
Papa John's International, Inc. (Nasdaq: PZZA) (“Papa Johns©”) will release its first quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
April 10th, 2026
Rick Cseak, a longtime franchisee of Home Helpers® Home Care, has been named the 2026 Most Valuable Performer (MVP) Veteran Entrepreneurship Award recipient by Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine.
April 10th, 2026
Playa Bowls is continuing its leadership in functional wellness with the launch of Protein Clouds.
April 10th, 2026
Flying Biscuit Café announced strong franchise development activity in the first quarter of 2026, selling six territories.
April 10th, 2026
Tide Cleaners, part of Tide Services, a subsidiary of Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG), is now open across Florida’s Space Coast following the transition of eight former Crest Cleaners locations.
April 10th, 2026
RNR Tire Express (RNR), the leading franchise retailer for tires and custom wheels and part of the multi-brand franchisor company DX3 Brands, is kicking off its 10th Annual Mother’s Day Giveaway.
April 9th, 2026
Potbelly Sandwich Shop, the iconic neighborhood sandwich shop, announced today that multi-unit franchise owner Shak Patel was recently named a “Most Valuable Performer” (MVP) at the Multi-Unit Franchising Conference (MUFC).
April 9th, 2026
Woofie’s®, the mobile pet service franchise known for its mobile pet grooming spa, dog walking and pet sitting services, recognized six standout franchise owners for exceptional performance during its 2026 annual Scaling to Success Summit.
April 9th, 2026
Wetzel’s Pretzels (Wetzel’s), the iconic brand known for its fresh, hand-rolled pretzels, is opening its latest location in the state of California, located in the Porter Ranch Walmart.
April 9th, 2026
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June 17th, 2026
Canopy Lawn Care, a fast-growing lawn care franchise focused on environmentally responsible solutions, has been named to Entrepreneur’s 2026 Top New and Emerging Franchises list.
April 9th, 2026
Batteries Plus, the nation’s leading battery and power solutions service center, today announced a new partnership with HOTDISH.
April 9th, 2026
Native Grill & Wings, celebrated for its award-winning wings and owned by FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., has officially unveiled crave-worthy new menu items in collaboration with The Cheesecake Factory Bakery® and National Pork Board.
April 9th, 2026
Dream Vacations is celebrating 10 years of growth and evolution as part of the CruiseOne® and Dream Vacations travel franchise network.
April 9th, 2026
FACE FOUNDRIÉ, the nation’s fastest-growing woman-owned facial bar redefining the skincare industry, is setting its sights on significant growth across the Greater DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) region.
April 9th, 2026
Metal Supermarkets has announced the start of its fifth-annual Trade School Scholarship program, which will award eight $2,500 scholarships to trade school students across the United States and Canada.
April 8th, 2026
Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today the opening of a brand-new restaurant located at 228 NW Centurion Court in Lake City.
April 8th, 2026
Layne’s Chicken Fingers, the fan-favorite chicken franchise out of Texas, is coming to Rockwall.
April 8th, 2026
Pillar To Post Home Inspectors (Pillar To Post), North America’s largest home inspection company, proudly announces the appointment of D’Wayne Tanner as its new Vice President of Franchise Development.
April 8th, 2026
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