Michigan Feature Articles

Michigan Feature Articles

Looking for a franchise opportunity in Michigan? Whether you're a first-time business owner or a seasoned entrepreneur, Michigan offers exciting potential for franchise success. From food and beverage to retail and services, the diverse economic landscape in Michigan is ripe for franchise opportunities. Explore the best franchise options today and take the next step toward business ownership in Michigan.

Informative articles to support business buyers, franchisees, and franchisors in Michigan.

New Big Chicken restaurants are on the horizon for parts of Massachusetts and Michigan.
  • M. Scott Morris
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Who’s up? Who’s down? Find out who’s dominating their states and regions in our 2023 Dominators Rankings.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 5,120 Reads 8 Shares
Resale events with community organizations build goodwill while letting people sample the product.
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 6,105 Reads 46 Shares
Despite public misconceptions, franchisees provide pay and benefits equivalent to other industries.
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 3,404 Reads 4 Shares
Seasoned restaurant operator signs deal to develop Slim Chickens in Western and Central Michigan
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 4,394 Reads 33 Shares
New research identifies the best states in the country for business growth.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 4,492 Reads 4 Shares
Franchising veteran J.J. Sorrenti is leading Best Life Brands’ senior-focused brands with purpose and passion
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 4,737 Reads 13 Shares
Community engagement is a great way to build solid local relationships. Here are several examples of how to make it happen in yours.
  • Bob Phibbs
  • 4,329 Reads 2 Shares
My Salon Suite multi-unit franchisee now set to open 10 more locations in the Midwest
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 4,034 Reads 12 Shares
Conversions in a tight real estate and labor market are proving a successful strategy for both brands and franchisees
  • Helen Bond
  • 4,259 Reads 29 Shares
Ford’s Garage serves burgers and beer with a side of automotive history
  • Steve Shlemon
  • 4,974 Reads 19 Shares
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IFA recognizes outstanding franchisees who exemplify excellence in franchising and service to others
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 6,152 Reads 13 Shares
Service brand franchises continue to expand in early 2023
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 2,714 Reads 20 Shares
Partners open their newest Beyond Juicery + Eatery location in Downtown West Dearborn.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 2,609 Reads 3 Shares
Goldfish Swim School co-founder Chris McCuiston puts team culture “at the center of everything we do.”
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 5,133 Reads 253 Shares
Goldfish Swim School co-founder Chris McCuiston 
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 5,775 Reads 61 Shares
Largest Pet Supplies Plus franchisee signs new deal to open 29 Wag N’ Wash stores over the next 4 years
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 3,039 Reads 1 Shares
Who's dominating in their markets and regions? See our 2022 Dominators rankings to find out!
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 1,734 Reads 2 Shares
Mike James parlayed a real estate brokerage career into a fast-growing franchise business, opening 127 restaurants in 3 years, with big plans for more.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 9,419 Reads 58 Shares
Service brand franchises continue to strike new deals across all sectors as October winds down
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 3,175 Reads 4 Shares
Meritage Hospitality Group opening 3 new Taco John’s locations in December as part of its development agreement with the Mexican QSR brand
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 5,794 Reads 41 Shares
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Service brand franchises continue to strike new deals across all sectors as October winds down
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 3,388 Reads 8 Shares
The power of local marketing continues to fuel profits for these franchisees
  • Sara Wykes
  • 7,271 Reads 14 Shares
Multi-unit duo will be adding more Hungry Howie’s pizza locations in Houston area
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 5,263 Reads 1 Shares
Service brand franchises continue to strike new deals across all sectors
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 5,472 Reads 10 Shares
Welcome to “Good, Bad, and Other News!” – our monthly roundup of franchise growth, finance, expansion, regulation, legislation, technology, trends, people, milestones, and other news about franchisors large, medium, merging, and emerging.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 4,506 Reads 4 Shares
Service brand franchises continue to strike new deals across all sectors
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 5,384 Reads 6 Shares
Alignable’s latest rent report finds rent delinquency rates for restaurants and retailers at their highest level of the year
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 6,010 Reads 63 Shares
20% of U.S. companies say attracting and hiring diverse candidates is a major challenge
  • Express Employment Professionals
  • 4,037 Reads 2 Shares
After steady growth in Ohio and Michigan, Scramblers, a breakfast and lunch concept, is spreading its wings beyond its Midwest roots
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 4,032 Reads 7 Shares

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