Franchising
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Fat Brands signals development strategy with new hires
The multi-brand platform hired Ammy Harrison, a Papa Johns alum, to lead non-traditional development and Maiyo Hood, a Subway Greater China vet, to lead its international efforts.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Aug. 29, 2024 -
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Taco Bell will let franchisees stop breakfast
Ditching the morning meal gives franchisees the flexibility to focus on other dayparts, the brand said.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Aug. 22, 2024 -
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Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers launches training facility to support growth
The chain’s ambitious growth plans call for more franchisees and managers. Its training and innovation center will help develop brand leaders.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Aug. 21, 2024 -
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Sun Holdings buys 64-unit Freebirds World Burrito
The Texas-based burrito brand is Sun Holdings’ second purchase of a brand, and proof of its ability to grow as a brand owner, CEO Guillermo Perales said.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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Q&AFriendly’s plans a comeback after decades of decline
The CEO of the chain’s parent company says a new menu, store renovations and social media savvy moves are breathing new life into the retro brand.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Aug. 19, 2024 -
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Bonchon breaks its franchising record
Flexible formats and multi-unit franchisees are speeding up the chain’s U.S. development as it looks to reach 500 stores.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Aug. 16, 2024 -
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Burger King remodels driving double-digit sales lifts
The chain is on track to renovate 400 stores in 2024, with revamps partly offsetting sectoral sales troubles.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Aug. 9, 2024 -
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Hostmore, TGI Fridays deal delayed
Management says not to expect a Q3 2024 closure, after the companies revised their combined business plan to a full-franchised model.
By Julie Littman • Aug. 9, 2024 -
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Q&A // Meet the execBrooklyn Dumpling Shop’s first CEO has big plans for the brand
With his extensive experience with franchised models, Jeff Galletly plans to refine the model for the chain, allowing it to expand into new markets with local operators.
By Julie Littman • Aug. 6, 2024 -
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World of Beer among latest casual chains to file Chapter 11 bankruptcy
The craft brew chain’s financial struggles began shortly after it instituted a food and spirit program in 2013 that was met with resistance from franchisees.
By Julie Littman • Aug. 5, 2024 -
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Deep DiveHow 4 chains are chasing Chipotle
From small regional brands to old challengers undergoing an overhaul, Mexican brands are relying on menu differentiation and franchising to catch the segment leader.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • July 31, 2024 -
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Marco’s opens first location with new digital-focused design
The prototype, which has the option for a pickup door and window, is expected to accelerate the chain’s growth while improving customer services.
By Julie Littman • July 25, 2024 -
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Pizza Hut franchisee declares bankruptcy
EYM Group has been in a legal battle with Pizza Hut over the past few months and closed over a dozen stores in Indiana and Ohio in June.
By Julie Littman • July 23, 2024 -
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NLRB withdraws 5th Circuit appeal of joint employer final rule injunction
The Board said it would “like the opportunity to further consider the issues identified” in a district court’s injunction while citing other, ongoing legislation relevant to its rulemaking.
By Ryan Golden • Updated July 19, 2024 -
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Zaxby’s faces lawsuit for allegedly refusing to accommodate pregnant teen
A manager allegedly told the plaintiff to work in the restaurant’s hot kitchen and fired her because she asked to be reassigned, according to the complaint.
By Laurel Kalser • July 17, 2024 -
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FTC takes aim at undisclosed franchising fees
The agency also said policies that keep franchisees from reporting potentially illegal business practices to regulators are against the law.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • July 15, 2024 -
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Potbelly opens shop inside the Pentagon
The chain is focusing on expanding at military bases and installations, with two shops also set to open at Fort Liberty in North Carolina later this year.
By Julie Littman • July 12, 2024 -
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Schlotzsky’s hires chief brand officer
Donna Spangler-Josephson will lead the deli chain’s marketing and branding efforts as it looks to reverse a gradual erosion of its store base.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • July 12, 2024 -
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Pump & Pantry expands Quiznos partnership
After a “highly successful” initial rollout over the past two years, the companies decided to grow the deal from four to 10 sites by 2026.
By Jessica Loder • July 11, 2024 -
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An inside look at Potbelly’s small-format restaurant
The company joins a list of chains turning to smaller store footprints as a way to decrease development and operational costs while accelerating growth.
By Julie Littman • July 10, 2024 -
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Dave’s Hot Chicken to expand into UK, Ireland with 60-unit deal
Azzurri Group, an experienced franchisee that operates 230 restaurants in the region, will open its first Dave’s location in London during Q1 2025.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • July 9, 2024 -
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How Perkins’ multifaceted refresh aims to accelerate growth
The company is “elevating and adapting the brand” with its new name, store updates and an upcoming menu overhaul, President Toni Ronayne said in an interview.
By Julie Littman • July 8, 2024 -
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Jack in the Box to re-enter Chicago market in 2025
The brand, which last operated in the market four decades ago, will start with the development of eight company-operated stores.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • July 3, 2024 -
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Burritobar signs 93-unit NJ master franchise deal
Burritobar will target secondary and tertiary suburban markets anchored by shopping centers in its initial phase of U.S. expansion, CDO Jeff Young said.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Updated July 2, 2024 -
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Back to Basics: 5 ways restaurants can prepare for a successful grand opening
Training, research, marketing, influencer buzz and loyalty programs can all ensure patrons walk into the restaurant on day one, and return during the weeks after, experts say.
By Danielle McLean • June 28, 2024
