United Franchise Group News & Media

UFG adds 105 locations, signs 148 franchisee deals in 1H

September 15, 2026

United Franchise Group reported robust growth during the first half of 2026, adding 105 locations, signing 148 individual franchisee agreements and executing…

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Graze Craze reports 65% year-over-year sales growth

August 17, 2026

Graze Craze reported a 65% year-over-year increase in same-store sales during the first half of 2026, marking the charcuterie brand's 20th consecutive quarter…

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Beharry Group brings Great Greek Mediterranean Grill to Caribbean

May 22, 2026

International conglomerate Beharry Group of Georgetown, Guyana, has signed a master franchise agreement with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill to develop and…

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Charcuterie concept hires national accounts director to fuel franchise growth

May 31, 2023

Graze Craze, a charcuterie and graze-style fast casual concept, has hired sales veteran Ryan Papillo as director of national accounts. Reporting to Graze Craze…

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Graze Craze accelerating Atlanta expansion

March 30, 2023

Graze Craze, a fast casual franchise that serves hand-crafted charcuterie boards, is accelerating development in the Atlanta metro area following the openings…

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The Great Greek Mediterranean opens in Fort Lauderdale area

January 20, 2023

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, owned by United Franchise Group, has opened its first Fort Lauderdale-area restaurant at 753 E Commercial Blvd., in…

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Tony Roma's, Duck Donuts, Tropical Smoothie among CEOs closing Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit attendees will learn about Tony Roma's transition into the fast casual market, Duck Donuts' growth strategy and…

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