Coronavirus (COVID-19) Franchise News

For the tenth year in a row, a home-based travel agency franchise Dream Vacations celebrates Women’s History Month in March by honoring a female travel agency franchise owner with the OPAL Award for Women.

FirstLight® Home Care, a provider of home care services, is pleased to announce that one of its newest offices is assisting seniors and other adults in the Minneapolis Metro area. This is the first location for FirstLight in the state of Minnesota.

The PrideStaff Companies proudly named the leaders of PrideStaff Memphis, PrideStaff North Dallas and Rx relief’s southern California team as winners of the Mile High Award at their recent annual conference in Atlanta, GA.

Potbelly Corporation reported financial results for the fourth fiscal quarter and full year ended December 26, 2021.

Famous Dave’s, a barbeque franchise with 134 restaurants in markets across the country, is redefining fast-casual dining with its first drive-thru model.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) today named Dustin Baker of Assisted Living Locators in East Valley, Arizona, as Franchisee of the Year.

The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) today reported results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended January 2, 2022.

El Pollo Loco, Inc. (“El Pollo Loco” or “Company”) (Nasdaq: LOCO), a fire-grilled chicken chain, recently opened its 11th restaurant in California’s Central Valley.

Mr Jeff, a laundry franchise infused with cutting-edge AI technology, has globally modernized the tedious task of laundry in more than 30 countries.

Glory Days Grill hosted its 34th annual golf tournament at the Westfield’s Golf Club in Clifton, Virginia on Tuesday, October 19, 2021.

The Joint Corp. (NASDAQ: JYNT), a national operator, manager, and franchisor of chiropractic clinics, reported its preliminary financial results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2021.

Rent-A-Center, Inc. (the "Company" or "Rent-A-Center") (NASDAQ:RCII) today announced results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2021.

Today, Planet Fitness, Inc. (NYSE:PLNT) reported financial results for its fourth quarter ended December 31, 2021.

Papa John’s International, Inc. (Nasdaq: PZZA) today announced financial results for the three months and full year ended December 26, 2021.

IHG Hotels & Resorts today announces the opening of Hotel Indigo Karuizawa, the second property in Japan under the Hotel Indigo brand.

Batteries Plus, a franchise brand for batteries, light bulbs, key fobs and related repairs, has announced the newest storefront is set to open this fall in Canton, Ohio.

Medi-Weightloss®, a proven weight loss program with an evidence-based and clinical approach, experienced tremendous growth last year despite the ongoing global pandemic.

Express Employment Professionals has once again been recognized for its commitment to providing exemplary staffing services with the receipt of ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Awards.

For the 5th year, Jersey Mike’s Subs has awarded five $5,000 Sub Abover grants to those making a difference in their local communities.

GYMGUYZ, the world's largest in-home, onsite, and virtual personal training company, announced today that they are expanding their corporate wellness services.

The year was full of successes and milestones as the company recorded its first-ever $1 billion quarter in Q3.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that Hyatt House Lewes/Rehoboth Beach, the first Hyatt House hotel in Lewes, DE opens its doors to guests and the local community on February 9.

AtWork, a national staffing franchise, announced today that they have won the Best of Staffing Client and Talent Awards for providing superior service to their clients and candidates.

Stretch Zone, the company that brought practitioner-assisted stretching to the public and introduced a new vertical in the health and wellness industry, recently opened a studio in Palm Desert, CA.

PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans, an international coffeehouse franchise, known for its premium beverages and southern hospitality, reports the company’s strongest year of growth

The Patch Boys announced that the company saw extraordinary growth and record sales from 2020 to 2021 by nearly doubling the number of new franchisees and growing existing location sales revenue by 50%.

Computer Troubleshooters hosted its 2020 Annual Computer Troubleshooters Conference virtually this year in an effort to keep franchisees, vendors, and presenters safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nathan's Famous, Inc. reported results for its third fiscal quarter ended December 26, 2021.

Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) announced 2021 operating results for the fourth quarter and full year.

PrideStaff, a nationally franchised staffing organization, is pleased to announce that they have earned one of ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Employee Satisfaction Awards.

College HUNKS Hauling Junk and Moving®, an industry leader in stress-free solutions for moving and junk-hauling needs, is thrilled to announce its newest location in Kansas City North, MO.

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.

In the wake of a record-breaking 2021 for sales and franchise growth, Ziebart International Corporation was once again recognized as one of the top franchises on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® list.

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.

FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., parent company of Twin Peaks Restaurant and 16 other restaurant concepts, is proud to announce that Twin Peaks ranked in the top five of Knapp-Track™’s casual dining sales report for 2021.

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers, the country’s fastest-growing physical therapy franchise, had another year of dramatic growth in 2021, signing 145 new franchise agreements and opening 38 locations across the country.

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.