Coronavirus (COVID-19) Franchise News

PrideStaff, a nationally franchised staffing organization, is pleased to announce that they have earned one of ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent 10-Year Diamond Awards.

Nékter Juice Bar has received yet another national award recognizing its enduring commitment to excellence, ingredient-integrity and transparency.

Senior Helpers® has been ranked #195 on Entrepreneur's 2022 Franchise 500 list, the world's most comprehensive franchise ranking.

EXIT Realty Corp. International is using their innovative measures to boost employee, owner, and agent engagement and retain talented team members.

Rise Southern Biscuits and Righteous Chicken today announced a multi-unit franchise deal to bring its award-winning southern comfort fare to Florida.

Pieology has announced the appointment of Shawn Thompson as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer.

British Swim School is excited to announce the opening of its fourth franchise in the great state of Massachusetts, with swim lessons currently being offered in 10 locations via existing owners.

Caring Senior Service, a private-duty, non-medical senior home care services company, was recognized as one of the 200 best franchise opportunities in the United States by Franchise Business Review.

Spherion announced today that its Sandy Mazur “Excellence in Leadership” Scholarship is now open for applications.

After announcing the winners of the Fall 6-Week Transformation Challenge,  Fit Body Boot Camp, the world's fastest-growing fitness boot camp franchise, continues its fight against the obesity pandemic.

Assisted Living Locators is encouraging engaging with older adults to combat those issues and is sharing inspirational stories of how its franchisees are supporting the most vulnerable in our communities during these difficult times.

Wayback Burgers, America’s favorite hometown burger joint, and one of the nation’s fastest-growing burger franchises, celebrates its increase in international presence with the one year anniversary of their Edmonton, Canada location.

AtWork recently released their 2021 sales revenue numbers, showing a 34 percent increase over 2020 sales performance.

Goldfish Swim School Franchising, LLC was recognized as no. 1 in the swimming lessons category and no. 53 overall on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500®.

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) updated its financial guidance for the 2021 fiscal year in advance of its participation at the ICR Conference 2022.

The Joint Corp. (NASDAQ: JYNT), a national operator, manager, and franchisor of chiropractic clinics, provided operating metrics for the year ended 2021.

Stratus Building Solutions, a green commercial cleaning and janitorial services franchise, is thrilled to announce its recognition as a leading franchise in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500.

Planet Fitness is the first fitness brand to achieve the WELL Health-Safety Rating for Facility Operations and Management by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI).

Express Employment Professionals vaulted in rankings for Entrepreneur Magazine’s annual Franchise 500® list to No. 25 and once again garnered the distinction of top staffing franchise for the 11th consecutive year.

Grumpy’s Restaurant, a full-service Americana style diner that has been a local Jacksonville staple for over 20 years, ended 2021 on a high note and received much recognition along the way.

Oasis Senior Advisors held its national convention in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on August 12, 13, 14, 2021. Oasis Senior Advisors Central Ohio was presented with the National Franchise of the year award for 2020.

Clean Juice announced the addition of five new Franchise Partners in five new states.

PrideStaff is pleased to announce that their Thousand Oaks office was named one of the top five staffing agencies for 2021 by the San Fernando Valley Business Journal for a second year.

The digital transformation is one of the pillars of development of the Zabka Group.

FirstLight Home Care, a provider of non-medical home care, has named Cathy Cahill of McHenry, Ill. as its National Caregiver of the Year.

Huntington Learning Center, a K-12 tutoring and test preparation provider, reports on growth brand-wide as the demand for tutoring services skyrockets.

H&R Block announced that Tom Gannon has joined the company as Vice President and Chief Government Relations Officer.

Juice It Up! has been named one of America’s Favorite Restaurant Chains by Newsweek in partnership with business data platform Statista.

19 Marketing announces the acquisition of NetSearch Digital Marketing, a pioneering internet marketing firm specializing in SEO, PPC, and web design services for local and national clients.

Island Fin Poké, a fast casual restaurant famous for its Hawaiian-style build-your-own poké bowls, is happy to announce the opening of its newest Florida location in The Villages.

Launch Entertainment is proud to announce a new and improved edition of the 30,000-square-foot, fun-filled experience in Norwood, MA.

Spavia Day Spa's core value and mission statement is to make a positive difference and give back to our communities.

]IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Bao Quan Co., JSC to open Crowne Plaza Vinh Yen City Centre in 2022.

For those who are hitting the road this holiday season, your local car care experts at AAMCO Transmissions and Total Car Care are providing tips to help holiday travelers keep their road trips safe.

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

Coverall North America, Inc. wanted to do its part to help combat this growing problem. As a result, the company has pledged a commitment to help by making a significant donation to Feeding America.

Interim HealthCare Inc., a network of home care, senior care, home health, hospice and healthcare staffing services, ranked No. 81 on the 2021 Franchise Times Top 400 list.

Gotcha Covered continues to build a foundation in Pennsylvania with the opening of Gotcha Covered of Bucks County.

Interim HealthCare Inc. announces its third acquisition of 2021 with the purchase of Interim HealthCare of Sacramento Hospice in California.

Crayola® Imagine Arts Academy™ is preparing for 2022 with new programs, while continuing to address the growing demand for STEAM education