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Panera has partnered with Composite, a mobile ad platform, in its first foray into the augmented reality space.
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Panera has partnered with Composite, a mobile ad platform, in its first foray into the augmented reality space.
Red Robin gives veterans a free burger and fries on Veterans Day

Golden Corral invites active and retired U.S. military personnel to a free dinner buffet and beverage on Nov. 11. Funds will be raised for DAV through guest contributions.
PizzaRev introduces new Calzones in celebration of National Calzone Day, offering customers the option to craft their own custom Calzone.
Wienerschnitzel fans can now purchase 15-ounce cans of its famous chili sauce in restaurants for only $5.
Dog Haus introduces its first two limited-time cocktails, created by Phil Wills, as part of the Mixologist Collaboration Series, with $1 from each purchase donated to No Kid Hungry.

Facebook's 26% dip in usage may have implications for franchising, as younger users shift to other social media platforms.

Miller Light gives away free beer to its followers who unfollow the brand on Facebook and Instagram.

No Limit Agency discusses its proprietary digital marketing tool, AMPD, which helps brands drive the right target audience to their content.

Disney+ and Netflix are engaging in a streaming war, and Toys 'R' Us is relaunching its website with Target's help.

Taco Bell has teamed up with online sports betting company BetMGM to give baseball fans a chance to wager real money on players who will steal the first base of the World Series.

Jimmy John's launches a nationwide augmented reality Snapchat Lens with a mobile game, targeting tech-savvy consumers.

A young couple, Matt and Amariah Fultz, is well on the road to success as Kona Ice franchisees, overseeing three territories with two trucks and a kiosk.

McDonald's is re-releasing the McRib, and Lil Jon is teaming up with Jimmy John's to promote a new sandwich.

Former MLB player Craig Brazell shifts into franchising, citing his ability to adapt to new situations and challenges as a key factor in his success.

A marketing expert discusses the importance of corporate social responsibility for Millennials.

Raintree provides four key steps for emerging brands to kickstart their lead generation efforts, including explicitly defining their brand and target audience.

Citrin Cooperman's Michael Iannuzzi recommends that franchisors engage in social media and targeted marketing strategies, redirecting their development budgets to more cost-effective approaches.

Massage Heights shares its successful social media influencer engagement strategy.

Fat Tuesday is leveraging technology to elevate its brand story and keep its offerings top of mind for consumers.

Determining how to allocate the money from a franchisee marketing fund is serious business, with common themes emerging in how brands can best spend to derive best practices.

KFC developed a new video game, 'I Love You, Colonel Sanders! A Finger Lickin' Good Dating Simulator,' allowing players to date Colonel Sanders.
Influencers have taken the social media world by storm in recent years, commanding that brands and their agencies grab hold of the opportunity to work closely with them.

Franchise brands should spend wisely on advertising, especially when leads are down, to reboot and rethink their strategies, according to Jack Monson and Steve Beagelman.