Franchising News & Media

Restaurant leaders share why AI, data, emotional intelligence are keys to franchise success

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

When it comes to growing and sustaining a successful franchise, brands would do well to tap AI to drive expansion, leverage emotional intelligence to drive…

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Pizza Factory CEO talks acquisition of company, future of brand

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Restaurant Operator Podcast host Mandy Detwiler discusses Pizza Factory's acquisition and the future of the brand with MJ Riva, CEO of the company.

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Cheba Hut expands Arizona footprint

March 11, 2025

Cheba Hut, a counter-culture-themed sandwich shop known for its toasted subs, has opened its 11th Arizona store at 8776 E Shea Blvd, Suite 100, in Scottsdale.

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The Great Greek to hit 100 units by year's end

March 10, 2025

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill's plans to have 100 restaurants open by year's end are coming along, considering the brand opened 19 restaurants in 2024…

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Nick The Greek franchisee opens 4th location

March 7, 2025

Nick the Greek has opened in Irvine, California, under the direction of franchisee Kaushik Patel, who owns three other locations in Southern California.

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Famous Dave's rolls out prototype for non-traditional spaces

March 5, 2025

Famous Dave's has launched a more streamlined, cost-effective prototype for franchise partners and guests. Initially tested in Arizona, the model is designed…

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Jeff's Bagel Run opening in Colorado, Tennessee, Florida

March 5, 2025

Jeff's Bagel Run is expanding in Colorado Springs, Colorado; Knoxville, Tennessee, and Melbourne, Florida, thanks to three franchise agreements.

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Starbird expanding to Utah, Illinois

March 4, 2025

Starbird has signed two franchise development agreements to bring five locations to Salt Lake City, Utah and five to Chicago, with the first openings…

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Big Chicken joins Craveworthy Brands

March 4, 2025

Craveworthy Brands will become a managing partner, investor and stakeholder of Big Chicken, founded by Hall of Fame basketball player, Shaquille O'Neal…

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Potbelly launches area developer incentive program

March 4, 2025

Potbelly Corp. has launched its 50/50 Large Area Developer Incentive Program designed to reward multi-unit operating partners developing and opening shops on…

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Pita Pit expanding to Montana

March 3, 2025

Pita Pit USA is opening in Belgrade, Montana, under the direction of franchisee Bruce Foreman, a fourth-generation Montanan, who is turning a lifelong dream…

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Pokeworks dives into Texas expansion

February 27, 2025

Pokeworks is expanding in Texas with an opening in May in Mission, under the direction of Agustin Guzman, an Olympic swimmer who moved to the U.S. from Mexico…

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Wings and Rings franchising fast-casual concept

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The idea for Noble Chicken began in 2019 as an entry into a local wing competition in Cincinnati.

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Lion's Choice CEO offers secrets to brand's success

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Lion's Choice CEO Fred Burmer offers secrets to the brand's operations and cooking up delicious roast beef sandwiches.

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Chicken Salad Chick takes on Maryland

February 24, 2025

Chicken Salad Chick has signed a four-unit franchise agreement with Paul Weitz to bring its restaurants to Maryland.

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Austin welcomes 2 Shipley Do-Nuts

February 24, 2025

Shipley Do-Nuts has opened two locations in the Austin area at 7714 SW Pkwy., in South Austin and 15101 Ronald Reagan Blvd., in Leander.

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Just Salad raises $200M to support growth

February 24, 2025

Just Salad has raised $200 million in capital from Wellington Management, alongside D1 Capital Partners, Neuberger Berman and Stripes. The company is now…

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How to dominate restaurant data

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

A panel at the Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit will discuss how to use data to drive growth and profitability.

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Knuckies Hoagies hitting growth spurt

February 21, 2025

Georgia-based Knuckies Hoagies will add 14 locations by year's end by opening standalone stores and within Walmarts.

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Smalls Sliders inks deal for Indiana

February 20, 2025

Burger brand Smalls Sliders has signed its first development deal for Indiana. The deal was inked with operating group Indy Craves led by Ellen Broyles and…

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