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

Kristin Kidd: Turning Alignment Into Action

Kristin Kidd answers a Franchise Update Q&A about guiding brands through transitions

M. Scott Morris
3,894 Reads 5 Shares

The Consumer-Employee Reset Is Real

MUFC general session panelists discussed how franchise operators are rethinking value, leadership, and execution in 2026

Kerry Pipes
2,173 Reads 2 Shares

Scaling With Purpose: Service brand franchisees build culture, careers, and legacy

Practical beginnings with service brands can lead to businesses defined by scale, culture, and purpose

M. Scott Morris
6,249 Reads 11 Shares

A Playbook for Success: Top Considerations for Athletes Before Entering Franchising

Athletes should evaluate interest, fit, and how a career in franchising matches their long-term goals

Cameron Thomas
2,358 Reads 14 Shares

Growth Can Hide Structural Risks for Operators

Rapid expansion can mean putting out fires, filling gaps, and making decisions that others should make

Kendall Rawls
2,511 Reads 2 Shares

Operators Ink 50-Unit Mike's Red Tacos Deal

Bob Quinlan and Al Graziano agree to bring the birria concept to Massachusetts and New Hampshire

M. Scott Morris
2,856 Reads 45 Shares

Identifying the Primary Sources of Franchise Development Deals

AFDR looks at the most popular sources of digital deals based on franchise business category, investment level, and unit size

Franchise Update Media
2,574 Reads 5 Shares

Turning Vacant Retail into Franchise Growth Opportunities

Previously developed and unused sites present cheaper real estate alternatives in established locations

Robert Morris
2,384 Reads 10 Shares

Stephanie Johnson: From Marketing Strategy to Measurable Growth

Stephanie Johnson answers a Franchise Update Q&A about guiding brands through transitions

M. Scott Morris
4,221 Reads 55 Shares

Franchisee Opens 3rd Teriyaki Madness Location

Keyur Patel's newest unit will open April 25 in Marietta, Georgia

M. Scott Morris
2,839 Reads 1 Shares

Where do you see the future of the restaurant industry? Any emerging trends you're excited about?

Restaurant owners see more opportunities in off-premise dining and greater customer experience through developments in technology

Kevin Behan
2,990 Reads 14 Shares

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Kim Hanson: Leading with Faith, Growing with Purpose

Kim Hanson answers a Franchise Update Q&A about guiding brands through transitions

M. Scott Morris
5,431 Reads 10 Shares

Kelly Gray: Turning Communication Into Performance

Kelly Gray answers a Franchise Update Q&A about guiding brands through transitions

M. Scott Morris
4,933 Reads 5 Shares

A Local Touch: Franchisees Weave into the Fabric of Their Communities

Operators know that local marketing makes good sense because that's where their customers are.

Leon Stafford
4,360 Reads 4 Shares

Make It Right: Customer Experience is the Competitive Advantage

Once considered a marketing tactic or training topic, customer experience is at the center of operations

Helen Bond
3,669 Reads 14 Shares

Continuing the Legacy: Leadership Lessons for Second-Generation Franchise Owners

Second-generation franchisees must prove themselves through experience, trust, and proper leadership to effectively run and carry on the business

Frankie Radochonski
4,986 Reads 2 Shares

VIDEO: How Franchise Marketing Teams Leverage the Latest Trends and Technology

Franchise executives discuss how they use new trends and technology to enhance their marketing operations

Kevin Behan
3,321 Reads 2 Shares

Operators Open First Ground-Up Chicken Salad Chick

Husband-and-wife franchisees acquired 7 restaurants in Florida, and the Lake City location is their first build-out

M. Scott Morris
2,757 Reads 4 Shares

How do you decide on the locations for new units? What factors or data points are most critical in your analysis?

Demographics, accessibility, and building type are all major factors in deciding upon a new location for a restaurant

Kevin Behan
5,455 Reads 3 Shares

Report: Consumers Cut Back, Chase Deals

New survey data shows value-driven consumers are reshaping spending habits with implications for franchise brands

M. Scott Morris
2,519 Reads 1 Shares

Katie Gillberg: Leading a Wellness Brand with Purpose

Katie Gillberg answers a Franchise Update Q&A about guiding brands through transitions

M. Scott Morris
3,406 Reads 34 Shares

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Melissa Fry: Leading with Confidence, Building Alignment

Melissa Fry answers a Franchise Update Q&A about guiding brands through transitions

M. Scott Morris
5,153 Reads 3 Shares

2026 Mega 99 Rankings

2026's Mega 99 list ranks the country's largest multi-unit franchisees by unit count, including their brands

Franchise Update Media
22,827 Reads 61 Shares

Sequencing, Not Speed: The Hidden Discipline Behind Successful International Franchise Growth

Franchises should prioritize selecting the right markets and operating systems to grow over the speed of expansion

Rebecca Viani
2,851 Reads 4 Shares

Asia Is Open for Business, If You Know How to Read It

There are many opportunities for franchise success in Asia if brands are disciplined, prepared, and invest in local knowledge

Sander van den Born
2,594 Reads 3 Shares

Making the Leap from Single to Multiple Units

From mindset shifts to building trusted teams and scalable systems, multi-unit franchisees reveal what it really takes to grow beyond a single restaurant.