Weekly Sizzle

“1851 Magazine Answers IFA’s Call to Broadcast Franchise Industry’s Story:” The goal of the campaign is simple: To give clarity and fair representation of what the franchise business model is all about.

“QSR Magazine: The Importance of Franchisee Satisfaction:” According to the Franchise Business Review, franchisee satisfaction among foodservice franchisees is lower than other industries.

“Top Players in Franchise Development:” This week, we featured Todd Bingham of FranNet; Jason Parker of K-9 Resorts; Scott Thompson of Premium Franchise Brands; Bill Wilfong of Pita Pit; Randy Trotter of WORKOUT ANYTIME; Jayson Tipp of Papa Murphy’s; Noelle Burak of TWO MEN AND A TRUCK*; and Mac Malchow of Toppers Pizza.

“Forbes: The NBA All-Star Game in New Orleans Means Big Business for Smoothie King:” The 2017 All-Star Game will be played at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans.

“CNBC: These Are the 10 Worst Places in America to Start a Business:” Thinking of opening up your own franchise? Whatever you do, don’t go to these places.

“Social Geek Radio: Tutor Doctor’s Everyone-Can-Learn Philosophy:” Frank Milner, President of Tutor Doctor, joins Social Geek Radio to share Tutor Doctor’s philosophy: “Everyone Can Learn.”

“NJ.Com: Lightbridge Academy Opens New Location in East Windsor:” Lightbridge Academy continues expanding its unique Circle of Care philosophy throughout its home state of New Jersey.

“Westchester County Business Journal: Dairy Queen Identifies Westchester as Key Market for New York Expansion:” The brand plans to add up to 100 locations in New York over the next 10 years.