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Successful multi-unit operators share their insights on passion in business and work-life balance.

Greg Flynn, the founder, chairman, and CEO of Flynn Restaurant Group (FRG), is the nation's largest restaurant franchisee on a quest to be the industry's premier operator.

Tabletop technology improves average restaurant sales per party by 1% and corresponds to a profit boost of $1 million per month at full-service casual restaurant chains.

Brinker International buys back 116 Midwest Chili’s locations from ERJ Dining, expanding its control over the brand and creating growth opportunities.

The 2019 Mega 99 Rankings list the country's largest multi-unit franchisee organizations, including Applebee's, Arby's, and Taco Bell.

The Brass Tap opens a new location in Vineland, New Jersey, offering a unique bar and restaurant experience.

KBP Foods' president emphasizes the importance of running good restaurants as the key to franchisee satisfaction and investor confidence.

Applebee's buys back nearly 70 of its franchised locations, marking the first time the company has owned any locations since 2015.

Famous Dave's franchisee Alejandro Orozco has been awarded Franchisee of the Year two years in a row, citing his commitment, teamwork, and communication as key factors.

Flynn Restaurant Group LP announced it has purchased 368 Arby’s restaurants from US Beef Corp.

Uno Pizzeria selects Jim Illaria as new CEO, formerly CEO of the Applebee's franchise company, Potomac Family Dining Group.

Some franchises aim to make life a little bit easier for businesses, and for individual working men and women.

Several well-known chain restaurants will remain open on Thanksgiving Day this year, according to a Time magazine report .

Applebee’s launches catering program with options starting at under $10 per head.

Dine brands, parent company of Applebee's and IHOP, reports strong sales in off-premise dining for Q3.

A Delaware bankruptcy court sides against Applebee’s parent company, Dine Brands Global, in its dispute over franchise contracts with RMH Franchise Holdings.

Gamification has become a popular marketing strategy, with companies using game design elements to engage customers and retain loyalty.

The September 2018 issue of the Franchise Update Sales Report covers unit growth, investment and financial developments, and international expansion in franchising.

Cousins Subs franchise sets sights on Midwest development with a massive multi-unit agreement for 40 restaurants in the Chicagoland area.

Anti-poaching provisions in franchise agreements have been under fire, with regulators and legislators contending that they hamper worker mobility and suppress wages.

Applebee’s, Panera, and other franchises drop ‘no-poach’ policies in response to lawsuits and changing market conditions.

Dine Brands and RMH Holdings are involved in a lawsuit over unpaid royalties and fees, with RMH Holdings claiming Dine Brands made ill-advised decisions.

BurgerFi innovates with improvements across its system, including the addition of a call center to field off-premises orders, to help franchisees become successful.

Technology is becoming the norm in the restaurant space. Owners are choosing to integrate various technology systems to improve operations and the customer experience as a way to get ahead of the competition.