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New trends in marketing and developments in technology are rapidly changing how franchises operate.
Atlanta is a location in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 545 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Hawaiian Bros Island Grill has signed a lease for its first brick-and-mortar location in downtown Atlanta, marking a key milestone in the brand's Southeast expansion [[2026-10-08 Hawaiian Bros Signs Downtown Atlanta Lease]]. * Shipley Donuts signed six multi-unit deals in Q3, adding 30 locations across five states, including Atlanta [[2026-10-22 Shipley Donuts signs six multi-unit deals in Q3]]. * Slutty Vegan has named Destiny Correa as its first operating franchisee and is expanding nationally, with additional franchise deals announced in markets including Atlanta [[2026-10-15 Slutty Vegan Names Its First-Ever Operating Franchisee]]. * FACE FOUNDRIÉ is building its development pipeline, with new units planned in markets including Atlanta [[2026-10-05 FACE FOUNDRIÉ Founder Michele Henry on Reaching 100 Units]]. * Priddy Spaces is expanding its Atlanta footprint with a new Venture X location in Midtown Atlanta [[2026-09-10 Priddy Spaces Expands Atlanta Footprint With New Venture X Location in Midtown A]]. * Potbelly has expanded into Georgia with its first company-owned location in Chamblee as part of a larger regional development plan, aiming to grow across the Atlanta metro region [[2026-09-09 Potbelly expands into Georgia]]. * Children's Lighthouse is expanding into the Atlanta market, which has emerged as one of the brand's most compelling growth markets [[2026-08-26 Children's Lighthouse Why Atlanta Is a Top Growth Market for Franchising]].

New trends in marketing and developments in technology are rapidly changing how franchises operate.

Eggs Up Grill hosts CEO event in Atlanta on April 29.

Atlanta, Georgia, is a prime business landscape for entrepreneurs looking to start a franchise, with steady business growth and strong consumer spending.

Kelly Talal builds 3 Pigtails & Crewcuts salons in Atlanta

Smalls Sliders has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing emerging franchises of 2026, highlighting its innovation and momentum in the industry.
The Roswell store is owned and operated by franchisee Bobby Childers, marking his first MilkShake Factory location.

Shipley Donuts expands into several markets, including Las Vegas, with multiple agreements and new shop openings.

SweatHouz named Nico Varano, its first franchisee, as CEO to lead the brand’s expansion and technology platform development.

Shipley Donuts, the nation's largest brand of fresh, handmade-daily donuts and kolaches, has signed four multi-unit deals to expand its national footprint, including in Las Vegas, its westernmost location, plus…

Alloy Personal Training, a leader in science-based, personalized fitness training, has announced a strategic investment from CapitalSpring, a leading sector-specialist investment firm specializing in franchises and other multi-location businesses.

Shipley Donuts opens 35 new shops in 2025, a 46% increase

Workout Anytime appoints Kyle "KJ" Jackson as its first Chief Aura Officer, reinforcing the brand's commitment to culture and community.

ATLANTA — ServiceMaster Restore , a leading disaster restoration franchise brand, is closing out 2025 strong after a year marked by continued franchise development, strategic operational enhancements and a sharpened…
Today Roti Modern Mediterranean® (Roti) announced the opening of its first-ever ghost kitchen in Smyrna, Georgia.

Pigtails & Crewcuts grows double digits in 2025 with 86 salons.
Papa Johns is redefining pizza for the wellness-minded era, as more consumers look for ways to enjoy the foods they love while staying aligned with more balanced lifestyles.

For the Q4 issue of Franchise Update magazine, we dove headfirst into franchise development, the lifeblood of franchising.

Caffè Aronne is a coffee franchise blending old-world Italian espresso craftsmanship with modern efficiency and sustainability since 2018.

IMAGE Studios has closed the year with 35 new locations opened and 50 units awarded, solidifying its footprint nationwide and expanding to 36 states by the end of next year.

IMAGE Studios is expanding in Atlanta, with new locations in Roswell and Alpharetta and more in development.

Big Blue Swim School, a fast-growing swim school franchise, has hit a milestone with the opening of its latest location.

Sparkle Grooming dog grooming franchise expands into Atlanta, Georgia market with a three-unit franchise agreement.

Image Studios, a turnkey salon suite franchise, targets expanded growth in Atlanta, Houston, St. Louis, and Tampa markets, citing strong demand for beauty and wellness services.

Linden Creek, a luxury interior design and home staging franchise, opens new location in Atlanta, Georgia.