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Multi-unit franchisees share thoughts on finding and retaining staff through compensation, culture, career development
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,214 Reads 2 Shares
Jay and McKay Bickmore grew up in a family that owned more than 100 Subway restaurants
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 999 Reads 1 Shares
Restaurant franchisees reflect on adjustments they made during the pandemic and how some changes are still in place
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,521 Reads 4 Shares
PJ's coffee blends tech + personal touch to boost loyalty, elevate flavors, and celebrate New Orleans charm
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 1,148 Reads 1 Shares
Blending tech with a personal touch, Slim Chickens uses AI, data & digital tools to deepen guest connections
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 1,239 Reads 18 Shares
Annual report highlights which marketing strategies are most effective in driving customer leads and traffic
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 1,774 Reads 4 Shares
The move in Provo, Utah, is part of a five-unit development agreement
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,544 Reads 2 Shares
Restaurant franchisees frequently speak to other owners, regardless of industry, to share advice and improve their operations
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,312 Reads 1 Shares
Washington, D.C., Hawaii, and New Mexico are among the hardest hit, according to WalletHub
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,450 Reads 1 Shares
Dave's Hot Chicken is the Franchise Operations & Technology Award winner of Franchise Update Media's 2025 Innovation Awards
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,458 Reads 1 Shares
Husband-wife franchisees enjoy finding employment opportunities for members of the local community
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,740 Reads 3 Shares
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AFDR examines the months most franchises set their frandev budgets for the upcoming year
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 1,424 Reads 4 Shares
For the 7th Annual Franchise Innovation Awards, judges evaluated each entry's objective, the problem it solved, and the innovations required. Here are the 2025 winners!
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,993 Reads 67 Shares
The 2025 Annual Franchise Marketing Report (AFMR) reveals brands are doubling down on innovation
  • Helen Bond
  • 3,148 Reads 2 Shares
The number of brands that start franchising with private equity backing has grown in the past 10 years
  • Paul Wilbur
  • 3,805 Reads 6 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,080 Reads 1 Shares
Franchise owners have an opportunity to make a deep connection with their community, which helps strengthen and grow the business
  • Gary Peterson
  • 1,620 Reads 7 Shares
Restaurant franchisees frequently speak to other owners, regardless of industry, to share advice and improve their operations
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,705 Reads 1 Shares
According to a new report, 37% of total QSR food spend goes to chicken, a 2-percentage point increase over the past 2 years
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,090 Reads 32 Shares
New annual report shows franchisees' contributions to local and national marketing funds and franchisors' strategies for marketing programs
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 1,880 Reads 2 Shares
Many franchisees take a data-driven approach in looking at labor and inventory to maximize operational efficiency
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,710 Reads 2 Shares
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America's appetite for wellness services fuels growth for the health and wellness industry
  • Colleen McMillar
  • 2,808 Reads 17 Shares
FCXC session featured multi-unit franchisees who discussed selecting the right brand, overcoming challenges, and strategies for growth
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,635 Reads 3 Shares
Seasoned franchise operators Farhana Ali and Alvaro Sauma buy units in Memphis, Tennessee
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,164 Reads 4 Shares
Franchises can optimize the customer experience with technology by providing convenience, value, and quality
  • Casey Morford
  • 1,893 Reads 10 Shares
Many franchisees cite building strong local connections to optimize the customer experience while also providing additional service options
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,869 Reads 3 Shares
"Protecting your focus is just as important as pursuing opportunity."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,892 Reads 6 Shares
AFDR looks at the frequency of when different franchises host meet the team dates
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 1,419 Reads 2 Shares
AI is everywhere these days. What can it do for you?
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 1,917 Reads 4 Shares
"The best days are when we promote team members and open new restaurants."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,540 Reads 67 Shares
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