Coronavirus (COVID-19) Franchise News

Radisson Hotel Group has unveiled a holistic recovery plan for its hotels and resorts in China.

9Round Franchising, LLC, confirmed plans for continued growth across Asia with the recent completion of two new master franchise agreements: one for Indonesia and one for Vietnam.

Comfort Keepers® announced that it will celebrate its second annual National Day of Joy on June 24, 2020.

Whitbread is re-starting construction of its flagship Oxford Greyfriars Premier Inn this week as the UK’s largest hospitality business focuses on safely continuing to build its pipeline of new hotels.

Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), continues its expansion with the opening of the Cambria Hotel St. Petersburg - Madeira Beach Marina.

In recent months, Teriyaki Madness has been one of the few foodservice businesses to not only survive, but thrive during the COVID-19 crisis.

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. reported financial results for the quarter ended April 19, 2020.

theCoderSchool - whose motto is “Learn to code. Change the world.” - is continuing its central Florida takeover.

Goldfish Swim School - the leading premier learn-to-swim franchise concept - is on a mission to safely reopen the doors of its 100-plus schools to provide children the lifesaving skill.

BurgerFi and the Marcum Foundation have successfully completed their initiative to deliver nearly 20,000 meals to hospital workers and first responders on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic.

Brinker International, Inc. announced business results as Chili's® Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy® restaurants continue the process of reopening dining rooms per state and local guidelines.

The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) announced today an update on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Company's business.

School of Rock has launched a new Songwriting Program this month teaching the fundamentals of songwriting, arrangement and music theory to help students compose original works.

BrightStar Care has announced targeted development plans throughout the state of Oklahoma.

Saladworks, the nation’s leading fast-casual create-your-own salad franchise, is helping its guests to do so in a fun, fresh and original way with its Super Summer Celebration.

While many businesses are delaying opening back up and are struggling through the pandemic, a Grovetown resident and U.S. Army veteran is bringing a Columbus, Ohio founded franchise concept to the community.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC announced today that Premier Region Real Estate, based in Crown Point, Ind., has affiliated with the BHGRE® brand.

Global Franchise Group® has named a new Chief Financial Officer, restaurant finance veteran and acquisitions integration specialist, Sam Patterson.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is expanding its soft-branded Trademark Collection by Wyndham®, the fastest-growing brand in the Company’s portfolio, with new hotels across the U.S., Canada and Germany.

Aaron's, Inc. (NYSE: AAN), a leading omnichannel provider of lease-purchase solutions, today provided a business update in connection with the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

TITLE Boxing Club announced it has signed a franchise agreement to expand the brand in Colorado.

Metal Supermarkets, the world’s largest supplier of small-quantity metals, will open its newest store at 1890 Technology Drive in Appleton, Wisconsin on Monday, June 8.

Office Evolution, the nation’s largest and fastest growing coworking franchisor today announced it is expanding its footprint with a new Houston location slated to open on June 15th.

Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) reported its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2020, ending May 2.

Valvoline Inc. provided a business update to give continued visibility into its performance during the COVID-19 crisis, including topline financial results through May 2020.

Even through a global pandemic, the reputation of Razzamataz Theatre Schools has meant that new franchisees have come on board despite COVID-19 and the uncertainty that surrounds it.

Dream Vacations the home-based travel agency franchise launched a series of two-day live Virtual Regional Trainings.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC announced that Real Estate Central, LLC, based in Cross Lanes, W. Va.

Del Taco Restaurants, Inc. announced that the Company’s 2020 Annual Meeting of Shareholders will now be a virtual meeting instead of an in-person meeting due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

In response to the global pandemic, Coolgreens amplified its business development strategy to cater to those who are more comfortable staying at home.

Nudge Rewards announced that Dippin' Dots has deployed its mobile communication platform across franchise locations, equipping frontline employees to keep up with the intense demands of COVID-19 training.

Guided by its purpose to care for people so they can be their best, Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced an extension to its cancellation policy that will provide further flexibility as guests start making travel decisions again.

Luby's, Inc. (NYSE: LUB) ("Luby's") today announced unaudited financial results for its twelve-week second quarter fiscal 2020 ended March 11, 2020, referred to as "second quarter."

Rent-A-Center, Inc. (the "Company" or "Rent-A-Center") (NASDAQ/NGS: RCII) today announced executive leadership changes to further position the Company for long-term success.

Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services has been named one of the Top 50 Recession-Proof Franchises in a new special report from Franchise Business Review.

Pet Wants®, the Cincinnati-based high-quality pet food and supplies franchise, is pleased to announce that the company has hit a major milestone - reaching 100 franchise locations.

Regis Corporation announced today it is working with infectious disease specialists at the University of Minnesota to assure the health and safety of their customers and stylists is at the forefront of their salon reopening plans.

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. announced that the Company expects to have re-opened approximately 270 dining rooms with limited capacity by June 7, 2020.

Keller Williams Realty announces KW SF Bay Area, a new collective bringing together operations and agent communities from KW San Francisco, KW Peninsula Estates and The Cunningham Group’s (TCG).

Every June, advocates, volunteers, health professionals, caregivers, and family members come together to raise awareness about Alzheimer's and brain awareness.

The Joint Corp. wants to help get America moving by offering a free initial visit to all new patients throughout the month of June, the aggregate value of which is expected to be approximately $1 million.

United Franchise Group (UFG) and its affiliated companies and brands recently announced the launch of the "Reopening America Together" initiative.

Little Caesars, the global family-owned pizza chain, wants to thank customers for their generosity by offering Americans an incredible deal of a classic large pepperoni pizza for the low price of $3.99*.

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) today reported preliminary results for its first quarter, the 13-week period ended May 2, 2020.

As stay-at-home orders continue to lift across the country, Club Pilates, the nation’s largest Pilates brand, is set to open 21 new locations in the month of June.