Putting the Pedal to the Metal: 13 tips for accelerating franchise growth

Growth doesn't come overnight or by magic; brands must consider a variety of issues in order to find success.

MOOYAH appoints former NFL linebacker as director of Brand Engagement

February 15, 2016

After a decade with the Dallas Cowboys, Bradie James is taking his skills off the field to help the "better-burger" brand grow.

Rapid Fired Pizza launches LTO Shrimp Alfredo Pizza for Lent

February 15, 2016

Rapid Fired Pizza launched its Shrimp Alfredo Pizza, available on both thin and pan crusts, just in time for Lent.

Uncle Maddio’s celebrates grand openings in Florida

February 15, 2016

Uncle Maddio's Pizza continues to expand in Florida with the openings of a second Tallahassee location and the first unit in Ocala.

Pie Five Pizza expanding in Kansas City

February 12, 2016

Pie Five Pizza will add up to 10 new Pie Five locations in Kansas City.

Chicken Salad Chick expanding in Alabama

February 12, 2016

Chicken Salad Chick will open its second location in Mobile, Alabama.

California Tortilla expanding in Middle East

February 12, 2016

Similar to the dining trend witnessed in the U.S., the Middle East market has begun to expand beyond fast food giants like Pizza Hut and McDonald's to embrace…

Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza to open 5 Arizona locations

February 12, 2016

Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza will open five locations across Arizona in the coming year.

Smashburger expanding in Middle East

February 11, 2016

Smashburger is expanding its presence in the Middle East, thanks to a partnership with Pearll Investments to grow the brand in Qatar and United Arab Emirates.

Miami Grill partners with Pitbull to grow brand

February 11, 2016

Miami Grill has sought out two of the top leaders in their respective fields to help the chain drive growth.

Dickey's to open 100th California location

February 11, 2016

Dickey's Barbecue Pit has inked a multi-store agreement, which will result in the brand's 100th California location.

Buffalo Wild Wings-backed R Taco sets growth plan

February 11, 2016

Buffalo Wild Wings is seeking franchisees and business partners with multi-restaurant experience to expand the brand in Austin, Houston and San Antonio…

Netker Juice kicks off 5-year growth plan

February 11, 2016

Netker Juice has announced plans to grow the concept to as many as 300 franchise and corporate locations during the next five years.

MOD Pizza celebrates 100th location

February 11, 2016

MOD Pizza has opened its 100th U.S. store, located in Downey, California.

Burger 21 following growth path

February 10, 2016

Burger 21 kicked off 2016 with the opening of its 21st restaurant and has more than 20 franchised restaurants in development in 11 states.

Classically trained chef debuts fast casual concept in Chicago

February 10, 2016

PACKED, a fast casual dumplings concept, is now open in Chicago, thanks to the classically trained chef, Mike Sheerin, known for Lutèce, Atlas, Jean-Georges…

Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza to open first Pennsylvania location

February 10, 2016

Blaze Fast Fire'd Pizza will open its first Pennsylvania location in Philadelphia.

Tropical Smoothie Café growing South Carolina presence

February 9, 2016

Tropical Smoothie Café has signed a franchisee agreement to open a restaurant in Charleston, South Carolina.

Marco's Pizza expanding to South Dakota, Montana

February 9, 2016

Marco's Pizza is expanding to South Dakota and Montana and is seeking franchisees.

Costa Vida riding growth wave

February 8, 2016

Of its 210-plus units under development, the franchise projects a minimum of 20 units opening in 2016.