Expert Source & Author: Kunal Bhasin, Founder & CEO of 1West Franchise ownership is often sold as “entrepreneurship with a playbook.” That’s true, right up until you reach the part of the playbook that says capital. Then you realize something quickly: a franchise may come with brand recognition and standards, but it still lives and …
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A new franchise agreement will lead to even more “Smorange” cans. By Andrew Carlo Rapidly growing burger franchise Smalls Sliders reported that it has made another big move in Texas. Through a second deal signed with St. Louis-based entrepreneur Brett Stewart, five additional locations are planned for Killeen, Temple, and Waco, Texas. Stewart plans to …
Staffing solutions provider makes moves in Virginia and Arizona. By Andrew Carlo Nextaff, the staffing solutions franchise, has a new vice president of franchise development. Newly appointed executive John-Reed McDonald brings more than 20 years of staffing and franchise experience to the position, according to Nextaff. "We are excited to have John-Reed join our executive …
The auto service franchise added 47 locations in the last year. By Andrew Carlo Grease Monkey, the flagship brand of FullSpeed Automotive, reported that it has made great expansion strides in the past year. Since September 2024, Grease Monkey has added 47 locations to its footprint. Now the brand plans to double its size over …
Expert Source & Author: Kunal Bhasin, Founder & CEO of 1West Franchise ownership is often sold as “entrepreneurship with a playbook.” That’s true, right up until you reach the part of the playbook that says capital. Then you realize something quickly: a franchise may come with brand recognition and standards, but it still lives and …
The mobile donut franchise hits a landmark while eyeing international growth. DonutNV Franchising, a mobile mini donut and fresh squeezed lemonade franchise, has reached more than 140 locations in 25 states. The Florida-based franchise reported the growth while noting that it arrives as the mobile food industry is outpacing traditional brick-and-mortar restaurant growth. Citing a …
The fresh protein shake brand has launched a new app with loyalty features. By Andrew Carlo Fresh Monkee, a franchise focused on fresh protein shakes, announced it has reached 31 locations. The brand also said it plans to open five more locations by end of the year. Another 30 stores are on the company’s calendar …
The move is designed to "prioritize business growth, franchisee success." By Andrew Carlo Two pet franchise brands announced that they have reorganized in an effort to spark growth. Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash reported that they have reorganized and separated from the Franchise Group, Inc. The move is effective immediately with the two …
Three new franchisees includes a 12-unit deal with the Foundry Group. By Andrew Carlo Fast-casual restaurant concept Chicken Salad Chick has outlined franchise growth moves in Florida. This year, Chicken Salad Chick has opened six new Florida locations in 2025 and sold 13 additional stores for future development throughout the state. While noting that the …
AI business leader Wendell Jisa joins the sales and marketing solutions provider. FranConnect has a new executive chairman of the board. The provider of AI-powered sales, operations, and marketing solutions for franchise and multi-unit locations announced the appointment of Wendell Jisa as executive chairman of its board of directors. According to FranConnect, Jisa brings extensive …