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WOWorks Names James Walker Chief Growth Officer and Promotes Nolan Woods to Chief Operations Officer to Accelerate Franchise Growth

WOWorks announced today the appointment of industry veteran James Walker as Chief Growth Officer and the promotion of Nolan Woods to Chief Operations Officer.

Wings and Rings

Wings and Rings Dives into Summer with New Loaded Mac Bowls and Dragon Fruit Sips

Wings and Rings is kicking off the summer season with a limited-time menu packed with indulgent comfort food and refreshing tropical drinks.

Surcheros

Surcheros Sets Record-Breaking Cinco de Mayo Sales as Brand Growth Accelerates

Surcheros set a new single-day systemwide sales record during this year's Cinco de Mayo celebration.

Chicken Salad Chick

Chicken Salad Chick to Open First Utah Restaurant

Chicken Salad Chick announced today the opening of its first restaurant in The Beehive State.

Mountain Mikes Pizza

Mountain Mike’s Pizza Opens Second McKinney Location, Expanding Dallas-Fort Worth Presence

Mountain Mike’s Pizza is now open in McKinney, Texas.

East Coast Wings + Grill

East Coast Wings + Grill to Enter Florida with First Tallahassee Location

East Coast Wings + Grill (“ECW+G”) is growing its Southeast footprint with a new franchise ownership group to bring the brand to Tallahassee, Florida.

Checkers & Rally's Restaurants, Inc.

Checkers & Rally’s Announces Opening in Kenner, Louisiana

Checkers & Rally’s has announced the reopening of a restaurant in Kenner.

Cinnabon

Cinnabon® Launches Seattle’s Best Coffee® Platform Nationwide to Drive Beverage Growth and Franchisee Value

Cinnabon® is upgrading its beverage platform with a nationwide rollout of Seattle’s Best Coffee®.

Shipley Donuts

Shipley Donuts Turns National Donut Day Into Month-Long Celebration With Free Glazed Donuts Every Friday in June

Shipley Donuts is celebrating National Donut Day the entire month of June with free signature glazed donuts each Friday and exclusive free merchandise.

Chili's Grill & Bar

Chili's® and Lizzo Drop a New Take on the Iconic Baby Back Ribs Jingle that Pays Homage to the Original Commercial

Chili's Grill & Bar is celebrating the recent updates made to its popular ribs with a new take on its most recognizable tune — the Baby Back Ribs jingle.

Church's Texas Chicken

Church's Texas Chicken® Names Kevin Nemeth Executive Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer

Church's Texas Chicken® today announced the appointment of Kevin Nemeth as Executive Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer.

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Richard Delcid Wins Domino's® 2026 World's Fastest Pizza Maker Title

Domino's Pizza Inc. has awarded the 2026 World's Fastest Pizza Maker title to its new champion, Richard Delcid, among top competitors from across the globe at Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas on May 13, 2026.

Papa Johns

From the Big Screen to Real Life: Papa Johns Launches ‘Papa Johns Pizza Planet’ Pop-Ups to Celebrate the Release of Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 in Theaters

Papa Johns today announced the launch of four Papa Johns Pizza Planet experiences as part of their global collaboration celebrating Disney and Pixar’s upcoming June 19 theatrical release, Toy Story 5.

Playa Bowls

Playa Bowls Enhances Leadership to Support North American Expansion

Playa Bowls is expanding its leadership team with a series of key appointments and promotions.

Another Broken Egg Cafe

Another Broken Egg Cafe Debuts Its Southern-Inspired Daytime Dining Experience in Fairfax, Virginia

Another Broken Egg Cafe has opened its newest location in Fairfax, Virginia.

HB Protein Smoothies

Gilbert, AZ, Couple Goes from HB Customers to HB Franchisees

HB Protein Smoothies is deepening its roots in Arizona with franchisees who believed in the brand before they ever signed a deal.

Atomic Wings

Atomic Wings® Set to More Than Double in Size with Over 20 New Openings Planned for 2026

Atomic Wings is entering a major new phase of growth with over 20 new locations expected to open in 2026.

Hawaiian Bros Island Grill

Hawaiian Bros Island Grill Takes #18 Spot on Fast Casual’s “Top 100 Movers & Shakers” List

Hawaiian Bros Island Grill has been named to Fast Casual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers list.

Huddle House

Huddle House Expands Footprint Across Midwest with New 10-Unit Deal

Huddle House recently signed a 10-unit development deal to expand its footprint across the Midwest.

Donatos Pizza

Donatos Unveils Trio of Bold White-sauce Pizzas for a Limited Time

Donatos Pizza is elevating its signature lineup with a trio of bold Alfredo inspired offerings.

Jack in the Box

Jack in the Box & Hot Ones™ Kick Off Summer with New Munchie Meal Collaboration

Just in time for the world’s biggest soccer showdown, Jack in the Box is teaming up with Hot Ones™ to debut the new Hot Ones™ Munchie Meal

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Born From a Small-Town Dream, Lola Beans Releases Item 19 Showing Strongest Financial Performance in Brand History

When Donny and Missy Bradley founded Lola Beans in 2020, they were chasing the kind of drive-thru coffee experience they'd fallen in love with in Alaska.

Bubbakoo's Burritos

Bubbakoo’s Burritos Opens Latest Restaurant in Greenbelt, MD

Bubbakoo’s Burritos, the award-winning Mexican-fusion concept, announces the opening of its newest location in Greenbelt, MD, on May 26.

Slim Chickens

Slim Chickens Jumps 55 Spots to #11 on Fast Casual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers List; Christina Vaughan Named to Top 25 Executives List

Slim Chickens has been named #11 on Fast Casual’s 2026 Top 100 Movers & Shakers list.

Paris Baguette

Paris Baguette Continues New Jersey Growth With Cherry Hill Café Grand Opening

Paris Baguette, the bakery café concept with over 4,000 units worldwide, is growing quickly in North America.

Happy Joe's Pizza and Ice Cream

Happy Joe’s Spotlights Systemwide Success at 2026 Annual Conference

Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream recently celebrated its “Heroes of Hospitality” during the brand’s yearly meeting.