Signed Agreement Bringing First Dave’s Hot Chicken Locations to New York
Dave's Hot Chicken inks a franchise agreement with Suhel Ahmed and Saurabh Desai to open 20 locations in New York City.
Dunkin' Brands is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 846 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Dunkin' has unveiled a limited-time Halloween lineup featuring seasonal menu items, collectibles, and merchandise, including the return of the Spider Donut and the debut of the Berry Battie Daydream Refresher [[2026-10-14 Dunkin’ unveils Halloween lineup (8b03e6)]]. * Dunkin' franchisee Dave Baumgartner has opened his 100th store after 16 years, and advises new franchisees to start with just one store to learn and grow [[2026-09-16 This Dunkin’ Franchisee Just Opened His 100th Store. His First Piece of Advice D (d0054d)]]. * Dunkin' has launched a marketing campaign featuring former Spice Girls members Emma Bunton and Geri Halliwell-Horner, along with comedian Rachel Dratch, to promote its seasonal fall beverage lineup [[2026-09-08 Dunkin’ enlists a pair of former Spice Girls and Rachel Dratch to push its pumpk (e2eb23)]]. * Walmart is making a push into restaurant delivery, utilizing its large store footprint and growing delivery network to reach restaurants and consumers, including a partnership with Dunkin' [[2026-09-04 Walmart makes a bold play for restaurant delivery (3fceb9)]]. * Dunkin' is expanding its partnership with Walmart to offer delivery through the retailer's app, starting at in-store locations before rolling out to 10,000 U.S. units [[2026-09-03 Customers can soon get Dunkin’ delivered, from Walmart (854022)]]. * Dunkin' will return to Puerto Rico in 2027 through a partnership with Fusion Restaurant Group, an operator based on the island [[2026-08-25 Dunkin’ to return to Puerto Rico in 2027 (96e211)]]. * Convenience stores are competing with quick-service restaurants for breakfast sales, with some c-stores leveraging their morning offerings to win customers, potentially impacting Dunkin' sales [[2026-08-28 The Breakfast Battle How C-Stores Can Steal Share From QSRs (fcc721)]]. * Dunkin' has launched its fall menu, including a partnership with Alix Earle and the introduction of new pumpkin and tiramisu flavors [[2026-08-19 Dunkin’ Kicks Off Fall with Alix Earle Partnership and New Menu (400190)]] Filed under Restaurants / Coffee & tea.
Dave's Hot Chicken inks a franchise agreement with Suhel Ahmed and Saurabh Desai to open 20 locations in New York City.

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Dunkin’ now operates corporate stores again following the acquisition of 31 previously franchised locations in Ohio.

Greg Darby, a 64-year-old entrepreneur, operates 115 Little General convenience stores across West Virginia, offering a range of products and services.
Dunkin' acquired 31 franchised locations in Ohio, expanding its corporate-owned locations and testing ground for day-to-day operations.
Dunkin' offers Valentine's Day treats to help share love and affection with others.

Dunkin' has played a major role in the formation of the franchising industry, acting as a guiding light for many other fast food chains to follow since its founding in 1955.

Atomic Wings , an emerging franchise with dozens of locations, was created with a mission to share authentic New York-style Buffalo wings with the world.

Tasty Chick'n, LLC, acquires 90 KFC restaurants in eight states, expanding its portfolio of quick service restaurants for private-equity firm Triton Pacific Capital Partners.

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Arby's partners with Shahia Foods Limited Company, a large Dunkin' licensee, for significant expansion across Saudi Arabia, marking Arby's first entry into the country.

Smoothie King hires franchise industry veteran Shawn Caric as Vice President of Franchise Development to drive growth and franchisee recruitment.
Stratus Building Solutions has appointed Doug Flaig as its new president, bringing a vast franchising background and experience in leading green commercial cleaning and janitorial services franchises.

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Dunkin' introduces $2 Winter Blend Coffee and new menu items.

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Sami Siddiqui, president of Popeyes, said it was a true partnership, with Megan and her team heavily involved in the initiative every step of the way.

One Holland, a multi-unit operator, expands its portfolio by opening another First Watch café and a LaRosa's Family Pizzeria next year in suburban Louisville.

David Paris, a founding partner of Paris Ackerman LLP, is a true franchising industry expert and has been inducted into the Franchise Times Hall of Fame.
Dunkin' releases new holiday merchandise inspired by a TikTok trend.
Dunkin' names Anomaly as new creative agency of record, with Anomaly leading overall creative strategy and development to help Dunkin' stand apart in the market.

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Gong cha, a Taiwanese bubble tea brand, explores different expansion models, including direct franchising and joint ventures.

Slim Chickens expands into Dallas, Texas, with 10 locations planned for cities throughout greater Dallas.