Franchising News & Media

Capriotti’s inks deal for 17 locations

September 17, 2019

Captriotti's Sandwich Shop has signed a franchise deal for 17 locations across several states, including Montana, Arizona, Idaho and Washington, by the end of…

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Fransmart taps former Five Guys leader for consultant role

September 17, 2019

Scott Goodrich, a former longtime Five Guys Burgers & Fries executive, has been tapped to serve as COO and partner in King Street Advisors, the newly…

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Zaxby's franchisee secures funding to add third unit

September 13, 2019

A Zaxby's franchisee has received a $2.1 million loan from TD Bank's U.S. Small Business Administration Lending Group to add to its locations.

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Why illy Caffè North America COO isn't afraid to compete with Starbucks

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Barry Sheldon, president and COO for illy Caffè North America, is buzzed about the company's expansion plan for North America.

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2 fast casual chicken chains adding to southern presence

September 13, 2019

Popeyes may be having a chicken sandwich shortage, but two up-and-coming fast casual chicken chains don't seem to be having an issue. Celebrity Chef Guy…

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Captain D's reopens Kentucky unit damaged by fire

September 11, 2019

Captain D's is reopening its franchised location in Frankfort, Kentucky, just five months after it was damaged in a fire in February 2018, according to a…

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Shaq expanding Big Chicken to Cali

September 11, 2019

Big Chicken — NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal's fast casual chicken restaurant — is opening a second location by year's end at 252 South Brand in Glendale…

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Giardino, Chop Chop Rice announce expansion plans

September 10, 2019

Two fast casual chains — Giardino Gourmet Salads and Chop Chop Rice Co. — are celebrating their 15th birthdays this month with major growth plans.

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Garden Fresh Restaurants adds to leadership team

September 9, 2019

Garden Fresh Restaurants, owner of 97 Souplantation and Sweet Tomatoes restaurants, has appointed Nicole Bushnell as CMO and John Gigliotti as vice…

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Huey Magoo's opens in Daytona Beach

September 9, 2019

Following nine openings in Central Florida, Huey Magoo's is now open in Daytona Beach, Florida today, President and CEO Andy Howard in in a company press…

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Celebrity chef opening vegan fast casual inside Whole Foods

September 9, 2019

Celebrity chef and restaurateur Spike Mendelsohn is opening a vegan fast casual eatery, PLNT Burger, this week inside Whole Foods Market in Silver Spring…

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Jamba inks 16-unit deal with former baseball player

September 5, 2019

Jamba, which dropped the "Juice" from its name in June, has signed an agreement with Dustin King, a third-generation millennial franchise, to open 1…

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Potbelly lands multi-unit development deal with Vegas casino owner

September 5, 2019

Potbelly Sandwich Shop has signed an agreement with casino owner Eric Persson to enter the Las Vegas market. Persson, who may bring up to 10 Potbelly locations…

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Uberrito adding to Houston presence

September 5, 2019

Mexican fast casual restaurant Uberrito is opening this fall in Houston, marking the chain's sixth unit.

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McAlister's franchisee adds 30 units to portfolio

September 5, 2019

McAlister's Deli is adding 30 locations to its roster as a result of a deal signed with Franchisee David Blackburn, the CEO of Southern Rock Restaurants LLC.

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Naf Naf Grill doubling footprint with 4 franchise deals

September 4, 2019

Middle Eastern concept Naf Naf Grill is doubling its footprint by opening several units in Chicago as well as entering Tennessee and Iowa thanks to deals with…

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Rush Bowls launching in Portland

September 3, 2019

Colorado-based Rush Bowls has opened in Portland, Oregan, at 2085 N.W. Allie Ave., Suite 330, in Hillsboro. It is the first of three units that franchisee…

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Fazoli's promotes 3 execs

September 3, 2019

Fazoli's has promoted three of its execs to help the brand continue to grow. Jodie Conrad is now CMO, Blaine Adams is SVP of supply chain and quality assurance…

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I Heart Mac & Cheese entering Indiana, adding to Florida footprint

September 3, 2019

I Heart Mac & Cheese is opening by year's end in Stuart, Florida, and also next year in Indianapolis. BG Foodservice, owned and operated by…

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Tropical Smoothie opening 800th unit

September 3, 2019

Arlington Heights, Illinois, is home to Tropical Smoothie Cafe's 800th location. The unit, 115 W. Rand Road, opens Friday just three months after the…

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