Coronavirus (COVID-19) Franchise News

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. ("Hilton" or the "Company") (NYSE: HLT) today reported its third quarter 2020 results.

The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) today reported unaudited results for the third quarter ended September 27, 2020.

As a father, Foster prioritizes education for his children as much as he does for his students, which is why he decided to enroll his children in the Kumon Math and Reading Program in their home state of Kentucky.

Roberta O’Keith and Cathy Busch are pleased to announce that they are combining their leadership and business skills to bring first-class leadership development and coaching services to the Kansas City region.

With the added stress of teaching during a pandemic - whether in person or virtually - our teachers deserve some extra recognition now more than ever.

Noodles & Company (NASDAQ: NDLS) today announced that Carl Lukach has been named the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, effective November 30, 2020.

Pieology Pizzeria has donated over 21,000 nutritious chicken crust pizzas to The Food Depot, a Feeding America food bank in Santa Fe, New Mexico to help feed families and individuals in need.

Wingstop Inc. ("Wingstop" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: WING) today announced financial results for the fiscal third quarter ended September 26, 2020.

Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream (Chill-N), the made-to-order nitrogen ice cream pioneer, announced today that its newest store has opened in Coconut Grove, Fla.

Pet Butler is offering a new Stimulus Plan that waives the initial fee and provides the needed expansion capital for pet-industry business owners interested in joining the Pet Butler family.

Interim HealthCare Inc announced its 2020 Annual Awards winners at the company's first-ever-virtual Celebration of Excellence event on Tuesday, October 20.

The Goldfish franchises in Peters Township and Wexford, Pennsylvania have been certified by COVID SMART™.

LaRosa’s Family Pizzerias changed its long-running fan favorite ‘Strikeouts for Slices’ promotion to ‘Strikeouts for Cincy’.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) today announced results for the three months ended September 30, 2020.

Noodles & Company (Nasdaq: NDLS) today announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 29, 2020.

MADabolic is excited to announce a newly signed multi-unit agreement that will dramatically expand the brand’s first to market fitness concept in the San Antonio Metro area.

Aaron's Holdings Company, Inc. (NYSE: AAN), a leading omnichannel provider of lease-purchase solutions, today announced financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2020.

Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin' and Baskin-Robbins (BR), reported results for the third quarter ended September 26, 2020.

Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV), a leading supplier of premium branded lubricants and automotive services, today reported financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended September 30, 2020.

Rent-A-Center, Inc. (the "Company" or "Rent-A-Center") (NASDAQ/NGS: RCII) today announced results for the quarter ended September 30, 2020.

Slater’s 50/50 will open its new Fresno, California location before year’s end.

Massage Envy announced its franchisees have donated over 2,300 one-hour services during the Coronavirus pandemic to healthcare professionals and other frontline providers.

Fifty-Five years ago, Hal Guthrie opened a family style drive-in restaurant in Haleyville, Ala. and by 1982, Guthrie had opened a second location in Auburn, Ala.

Wingstop Inc. (NASDAQ: WING) is teaming up with delivery partner DoorDash to offer free delivery October 30 through November 13.

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLWS) reported results for its Fiscal 2021 first quarter ended September 27, 2020.

Starting October 27, the fan-favorite teriyaki franchise is partnering with parents and families to give back to rock-star educators with the Wok-Star Teacher Teriyaki Bar.

In time for National First Responders Day (October 28), Image One Facility Solutions is pleased to announce its inaugural franchise giveaway to first responders and veterans.

HomeSmart International has announced the expansion of HomeSmart Professionals Real Estate in Massachusetts.

Mowbot, the nation’s premier robotic lawnmowing service, is opening a new location, Mowbot of Pinellas.

Kiddie Academy® is inspiring children and families to honor the “Real Heroes of Halloween” by dressing up as essential workers during traditional fall costume celebrations.

As the celebration of its 40th anniversary continues, Woody’s Bar-B-Q seeks to pay tribute to local police officers and fire fighters with a “God Bless the Blue” Day at its two corporate locations on Monday, November 2.

The county officials teamed up with Paul Davis Restoration to develop an excellent and efficient plan to provide the safest environment possible for voters and poll workers amid the Coronavirus pandemic.

Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only southern inspired, fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today it will be expanding in Tennessee with its newest company-owned restaurant in Wolfchase.

School of Rock, the leader in performance based music education, is providing support to Independent Venue Week, taking place Oct. 24-30.

Pizza Guys - a Sacramento-based pizza restaurant that specializes in fresh, high quality food - is continuing to further expand its presence in central California by opening its third Stockton location.

Engineering for Kids joins Pitman Training, School is Easy and Academy of Learning Career College in a complementary suite of franchise brands.

Chick-fil-A® announced today that bottles of its signature sauces will soon be available for purchase at retailers nationwide.

AtWork, one of the nation's largest and fastest growing staffing franchises, announced today that, despite the ongoing pandemic, sales numbers are beginning to improve, outpacing even those of 2019 during the same timeframe.

To serve this growing need, Chem-Dry has signed agreements to expand its footprint with 64 new franchises nationwide thus far this year.

The Hilton Effect Foundation announced today its 2020 Hilton Effect grantees, which include community-based organizations playing a direct role in COVID-19 pandemic recovery efforts

Curves celebrates 28 years of delivering a fitness solution designed specifically for women and 28 years of creating entrepreneurial opportunities for women.

Saladworks, the nation’s leading fast-casual, entrée salad franchise, has opened an in-store location inside The Giant Company grocery store in Camp Hill, PA October 12.

European Wax Center, a leading personal care franchise brand that offers expert wax services from certified specialists recently revealed their new “Sure. Never.” Campaign.

Romeo’s Pizza has refined every level of its business operations strategy and set the stage for an aggressive expansion plan in the midst of a pandemic.

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) today reported financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2020.

Huntington Learning Center has announced plans to open a local franchised center in Madison, bringing its proven programs and individualized tutoring methods to hundreds of students.