Coronavirus (COVID-19) Franchise News

Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only Southern inspired, fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today the opening of its newest restaurant in Ocala, Florida.

The Joint Corp. (NASDAQ: JYNT), a national operator, manager and franchisor of chiropractic clinics, reported corporate clinic activity that increased the number of company-owned or managed clinics to 74 as of April 1, 2021.

April 2021 marks the fifth anniversary of leading travel agency franchise Dream Vacations, which launched as the sister brand to CruiseOne®.

Famous Dave’s is bringing its counter and line-serve “Quick ‘Que” prototypes to Las Vegas and Salt Lake City.

BBQ Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BBQ) (the “Company”), an innovating global owner and operator of restaurants, today reported financial results for the fourth fiscal quarter and fiscal year ended January 3, 2021.

Noemi Grupenmager, founder, and CEO of the Uni K Wax Studios franchise, has always been forward-thinking. However, her leadership has never been tested as much as it has throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

IHG Hotels & Resorts is thrilled to announce that its luxury InterContinental brand will come to Sorrento in Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula as part of the redevelopment of the Hotel Continental.

Radisson Hotel Group launches its new comprehensive testing program as the first hotel group to roll out a rapid testing service for meeting and event attendees at properties across its EMEA portfolio.

HomeWell Care Services one of the nation’s leading non-medical in-home care providers, announced the relaunch of their foundational Life Enrichment & Activities Program (LEAP).

Green Home Solutions recently received recognition from Entrepreneur magazine as one of the fastest growing franchises in the publication’s 2021 ranking.

Patriot Broadband has recently awarded a new territory in Southern Oklahoma to a military family with previous telecommunications experience.

Chicken Salad Chick announced today its continued expansion in Louisiana with its newest restaurant in Gonzales.

Always Best Care Senior Services announced that it has been selected as the only primary non-medical organization to be awarded with a grant to facilitate rapid Abbott BinaxNOW COVID-19 testing.

Goldfish Swim School Franchising, LLC, the premier learn-to-swim franchise concept, is on pace for a record-breaking 2021 following a historic year.

Chicken Salad Chick announced the opening of the brand’s newest location in Johnson City, Tennessee.

Mosquito Shield Franchise Corporation is expanding its presence in Tennessee with the launch of its Johnson City location.

Fitness Machine Technicians, specialists in the maintenance and repair of exercise equipment for commercial and residential customers, opens in the Greater Los Angeles area.

BBQ Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BBQ) (the “Company”), reported its sales results for Q4 2020 and provided an update for Q1 2021 through March 25, 2021. The Company will announce Q4 2020 earnings on April 2.

UKW Franchising Company, LLC, parent company to Uni K Wax Studio, a franchise offering all-natural, unisex body waxing services, is pleased to announce several exciting developments, including new franchise locations.

Xponential Fitness has announced the acquisition of Rumble, the latest brand added to its portfolio.

AtmosEffect® Fitness, a new and innovative mobile fitness concept that is reinventing the definition of a gym, announced today the launch of its national franchise opportunity.

From helping seniors relocate to helping family members clear out the homes of loved ones who have passed, sometimes it takes literal hand holding to get through the process.

East Coast Wings + Grill President and CEO Sam Ballas was recently named to Nation’s Restaurant News’ 2021 “Power List Reader Picks.”

Del Taco, the nation’s second largest Mexican quick service restaurant chain, is carrying tremendous momentum into the first quarter of 2021.

Following a year that forced restaurant brands to adapt and evolve quickly in order to survive, Wingers Restaurant & Alehouse has proven it’s well positioned to spur franchise development in new markets.

ONE Cannabis Group (OCG Inc.), the parent company to the cannabis dispensary franchise Unity Rd., announced today that it has been acquired by Item 9 Labs Corp. (OTCQX: INLB).

Floyd's 99 Barbershop, a family-owned?barbershop operating over 120 locations across the United States, announced the appointment of Phil Horvath as President.

Taco Bell® is looking long-term as it reinvents what it means to be a restaurant of the future.

Image360, announced they are helping community COVID-19 vaccination sites by creating signage to ensure awareness of vaccines and direct traffic with social distancing measures in place.

LaRosa’s announced in the Summer of 2019 that its Central Kentucky franchise owner One Holland would build a family pizzeria in the City of Nicholasville.

Engel & Völkers Florida hosted a virtual awards ceremony on Friday, March 19, 2021 in lieu of its annual Leadership Summit to honor select Engel & Völkers shops for their exceptional performance in 2020.

Orangetheory Fitness is stepping up to provide private in-studio sessions and equipment donations to all NCAA women's basketball teams.

Anago Cleaning Systems is pleased to share the results from its annual industry awards program held virtually as the company continues to abide by safety regulations due to the global pandemic.

Residents and commuters in Northline seeking a new fitness option will soon be able to enjoy a premium-quality, affordable fitness experience, as Blink Fitness will open in Northline on April 2, 2021.

The American Rescue Plan includes a third wave of stimulus relief for small businesses, extending or expanding many of the same programs from previous bills.

Engel & Völkers Florida announced the record-breaking sale of 1150 Bulevar De Palmas. Joani Towe, an advisor with Engel & Völkers Islamorada.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into franchise agreements with an affiliate of Dreamscape Companies LLC, which will lead the renovation of the Rio Las Vegas.

Noodles & Company announced that it has taken the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion pledge, to advance a more inclusive and diverse Company culture.

Luby's, Inc. announced the Company has completed the sale of certain Company-owned Fuddruckers stores and the franchise of those stores to affiliates of Black Titan Holdings, LLC.