
Slimthusiasts Rejoice: Breakthrough Better-Chicken Brand Opens in Houston
Slim Chickens opens a new location in Houston, Texas, expanding its presence in the better-chicken segment and offering dine-in and drive-thru service.
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Slim Chickens opens a new location in Houston, Texas, expanding its presence in the better-chicken segment and offering dine-in and drive-thru service.

Franchise brands are focusing on the Hispanic market, with sectors like residential cleaning, tax preparation, insurance, and retail food seeing growth.

Franchise recruitment strategies for 2023 focus on conversions, existing revenue, and unit economics, amidst economic headwinds and labor force shifts.
RNR Tire Express lands on Franchise Times' list of the 500 largest franchise systems in the United States, with 3 new franchise agreements signed for 8 new locations.
AlphaGraphics has been recognized as one of the biggest franchise systems in the nation after earning placement on the Franchise Times Top 500.
PrideStaff is named to Entrepreneur's Top Franchises for Veterans ranking for a fifth consecutive year, recognizing the organization's commitment to supporting veterans.

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Threshold Brands emphasizes the right fit in its franchise discovery process, prioritizing symbiosis between franchisees and the brand.

PIRTEK USA saw growth with four openings and nine franchisee signings, including four resales, in the second and third quarters of 2022.

VaVia, a small-haul dumpster rental franchise, offers a strong investment opportunity in the booming dumpster rental industry.
Christian Brothers Automotive has jumped three spots on the 2022 Franchise Times Top 500 List, marking its fifth consecutive year on the list and demonstrating the brand's strength and focus on training and supporting its network.
NEXTAFF named to 2022 Franchise Times Top 500 list, recognizing its growth and success in staffing services.

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Kampgrounds of America hires Emily Cross as in-house legal counsel

American Family Care ranked 75th on the Franchise Times Top 500 list of best-performing franchise systems in the country.
Dream Vacations ranked #2 in Entrepreneur’s Top Franchises for Veterans list for the sixth year in a row, providing support and appreciation for veterans.
BELLEVILLE, ILL. (PRWEB) October 04, 2022 - A&W Restaurants, the classic American franchise, is coming to Belleville at 648 Carlyle Ave on October 17th.

The IFA recognized 16 franchise owners and business leaders with its first-ever Open for Opportunity Awards.

A&W Restaurants is expanding rapidly thanks to the leadership of its multi-unit operators, with two operators planning to bring standalone legacy A&W restaurants to Arnold, Missouri, and then Bellville, Illinois.

As coronavirus restrictions and social distancing guidelines get further in the rearview mirror, many in-person events started back up again this year.
PrideStaff ranks #210 on the 2022 Franchise Times Top 500 list, marking its fourth consecutive year on the exclusive list.

The Multi-Unit Franchising Conference returned to its regular spring schedule in Las Vegas, offering educational opportunities and peer-to-peer networking for multi-unit operators.

Pizzeria Uno sets its sights on the hotel industry, expanding its presence in the sector after celebrating several successful hotel conversions.

Franchisors often work with franchisees to improve unit-level economics, a crucial aspect of franchising that affects sales and bottom lines.