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Nicole Tanner, founder of Swig, turned her love for Diet Coke into a thriving drive-thru business focused on connection, great service, and premium drinks.
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 3,094 Reads 5 Shares
US reciprocal tariffs impact global supply chains, forcing franchisees to adapt with new strategies and supplier shifts.
  • Joyce Mazero, Josh Goldberg, and Alissa Chase
  • 2,528 Reads 5 Shares
Restaurants need to embrace smart strategies that enhance efficiency, employee satisfaction, and profitability in the face of rising wages and shifting demographics
  • Chad Coulter
  • 2,011 Reads 4 Shares
Multi-unit franchisees share their thoughts on how they choose a new brand
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 2,157 Reads 13 Shares
Andrea Levey co-founded Philly's Best to bring authentic Philly cheesesteaks to SoCal, growing it into a beloved 20-location brand with quality at its core.
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 1,778 Reads 5 Shares
European countries offer mature markets, cultural fit, and high consumer demand for US restaurant brands to successfully expand internationally
  • Rebecca Viani
  • 3,614 Reads 128 Shares
Increased popularity with service-based franchises, wellness-focused concepts, and sustainability-driven businesses give many options outside the food and hospitality industry
  • Drew Chalfant
  • 2,498 Reads 4 Shares
One year later, the legislation has resulted in more than 22,000 jobs lost and a 14.5% increase in food prices
  • International Franchise Association
  • 2,442 Reads 5 Shares
New units are slated for Florida, Ohio, and Puerto Rico
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,343 Reads 5 Shares
Operators say open communication, following the franchise model are keys to developing successful relationships with franchisors
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,296 Reads 3 Shares
Heather "The Hero" Hudson, COO of Striking Brands, co-founded 9Round, the world's largest kickboxing fitness franchise, driven by passion, grit, and resilience.
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 2,306 Reads 5 Shares
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Rosalie Guillem co-founded Le Macaron, bringing authentic French macarons to the U.S. With 65+ locations, she's redefining French pastry franchising!
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 2,206 Reads 6 Shares
Denise Fenton, co-founder of Rusty Taco, is dedicated to preserving its legacy, growing the brand, and inspiring franchisees to share its authentic vision.
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 2,046 Reads 6 Shares
Proper planning is essential for scaling while maintaining employee satisfaction
  • Adam Bonetti
  • 2,123 Reads 5 Shares
Restaurant franchisees share their Paths to Success
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 3,406 Reads 6 Shares
The new territory will serve patrons in Albany, New York
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 3,207 Reads 7 Shares
Nora Dunnan, co-founder & CDO of Five Iron Golf, leads expansion & innovation, making golf more inclusive. With a background in strategy & operations, she balances business growth with family life.
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 2,318 Reads 17 Shares
Lauren Coulter grew up in Georgia and then moved to Kentucky for school to become a pharmacist.
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 2,005 Reads 7 Shares
Sharon Arthofer is an esteemed retail executive and seasoned entrepreneur with a passion for franchising and business development in the food and beverage space.
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,045 Reads 8 Shares
Members of the Multi-Unit Franchising Conference board of directors share their 2025 predictions
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 5,364 Reads 4 Shares
Texas units are planned for Willis, The Woodlands, and Conroe
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,960 Reads 7 Shares
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Seeking peer support can help franchisees learn and grow 
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,602 Reads 5 Shares
Franchisees choose to be both solid operators and assets to their communities
  • Colleen McMillar
  • 2,997 Reads 20 Shares
Restaurant executive shares tips on balancing brand identity with local market factors
  • Hair Parra
  • 3,631 Reads 4 Shares
As a business expands into multi-unit territory, the right district or area managers become crucial
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,298 Reads 4 Shares
Our March roundup of international franchise news travels to China, Dominican Republic, England, India, Qatar, and Scandinavia.
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,063 Reads 4 Shares
Taking a look at the industries most affected by the recent tariffs and ways to mitigate their impact
  • Joyce Mazero and Josh Goldberg
  • 3,317 Reads 6 Shares
Multi-unit restaurant franchisees share their 2025 growth plans and expectations
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 5,186 Reads 17 Shares
2025's Mega 99 list ranks the country's largest multi-unit franchisees by unit count, including their brands.
  • Ambika Oberoi
  • 12,687 Reads 7 Shares
Analyzing the impact of recent foreign tariffs on US franchises
  • Joyce Mazero, Josh Goldberg, and Deanna Okun
  • 5,034 Reads 17 Shares
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