
How 3 words helped The Melt grill up $3.5M in AUVs
The Melt's CEO and VP of Franchising discuss how a single mission helped rebuild the brand and improve customer satisfaction, leading to impressive Yelp and Google ratings.
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The Melt's CEO and VP of Franchising discuss how a single mission helped rebuild the brand and improve customer satisfaction, leading to impressive Yelp and Google ratings.

The Los Angeles-based investment firm acquired the asset at 5550 Wilshire Boulevard, a residential and retail property developed in 2010, at what Decron described as a substantial discount to replacement cost.

Florida leads America's burger boom with 143.3 million visitors in 2025

The burger giant is modernizing its traditional word-of-mouth growth strategy by implementing new digital tools and communication channels for its 1,500+ locations.

I keep coming back to the same question every time a franchise signs a new owner.
Founder Mike Touma, who grew the brand from a San Diego food truck into two brick-and-mortar restaurants, has been announced as the company’s Chief Brand Officer.

Culver's and In-N-Out lead burger chains with high unit volumes

On the Border shuts down 27 restaurants, leaving six locations.
HB Protein Smoothies signs multi-unit deal with Papa Murphy's largest franchisees.

McDonald’s unveiled the next iteration of its business strategy on Monday, called McDonald’s Next, that is aiming to make the company a more consistent destination for a broader subset of consumers.
Shake Shack has appointed Michelle Hook, an industry veteran with over 20 years of experience, as its new chief financial officer.

Workplace catering became a major growth engine for food franchises last year, with 96% of offices using the service to acquire and retain hybrid employees.

Friday night is not an ideal time for a pizza chain’s online ordering platform to glitch.
HB Protein Smoothies signs two Florida multi-unit deals in one month.

In a climate of declining traffic, fast-casual brands must prioritize supply chain resilience and operational discipline to protect their narrowing margins.

With his background as a Finish Carpenter and a General Contractor, Seph Duggan is well aware of the struggles people face when looking for people to handle their construction needs.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, founded in 2002, operates company-owned and franchised locations across formats, delivering quality food with a hospitality-first environment.

Natural Hounds launches a national expansion program with a low-overhead model focused on fresh pet food.

Steve and Sabrina Do open KidStrong franchise in Tampa with 3 locations planned.

Another Broken Egg Cafe continues its positive growth momentum in 2025 with the signing of four new multi-unit development agreements representing 12 new cafes to be developed over the next 5 years.

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)—comprising Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman—continues to solidify its reputation as a hotspot for restaurant franchising.

Chick-fil-A leads QSR satisfaction for 11th year, while other chicken-focused chains like Raising Cane’s and Wingstop rapidly gain ground.

The European market has become increasingly attractive to U.S.-based restaurant franchise brands, driven by diverse growth opportunities and consumer demand.

District Taco, a fast-casual Mexican restaurant chain, specializes in Yucatán-inspired cuisine, offering customizable options and vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices.