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Thatcher Thornburg has launched TruBlue Home Service Ally in California, offering aging-in-place services and home maintenance support.

Kevin Hart has joined Burn Boot Camp as executive partner of brand and growth, taking an ownership role in the group fitness franchise, which has more than 620 open and awarded territories and an omnichannel platform that includes digital memberships.

Kevin Hart joins Burn Boot Camp as equity partner and franchisee.

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…

Phenix Salon Suites, the nation’s #1 salon suite franchise, closed 2025 with continued development across the U.S.

The Swing Bays inks 5-unit deal in California with franchisees Sam and Corinna Chang.

Woodhouse Spas, a luxury day spa franchise, closed a banner year with market expansion and a new membership model.

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, the full-service moving franchise with more than 430 locations and 3,000 trucks operating worldwide, is closing out 2025 after a successful year that included new…

The agency is owned and operated by Christian Beller, a young entrepreneur locally based in Paso Robles, who spent much of his childhood being raised with the help of his grandmother, who instilled a sense of responsibil

Express Employment Professionals welcomed over 38 new owners in 2025

SAN FRANCISCO — Onigilly Japanese Kitchen , the fast-casual concept centered on traditional onigiri rice balls, is closing 2025 with record sales, double-digit traffic growth and a fast-growing franchise pipeline,…

As KidStrong , the science-based child development franchise helping kids grow stronger, smarter and more confident, continues its rapid national expansion, one market stands out as a prime opportunity for growth: San Diego, California.

USA Ninja Challenge, the nation’s leading children’s ninja fitness franchise, is closing out 2025 with record momentum, marking a pivotal year of growth, franchise expansion and strategic investment that positions…

Project LeanNation grows to 34 open locations with 47 in development

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.

Fresh Monkee, a franchise focused on fresh protein shakes, reaches 31 locations and plans to open five more by the end of the year, with another 30 stores slated to open in the coming months.

At a time when most businesses pump the brakes for the holidays, one wellness franchise is hitting the gas.

Yogurtland, the nation’s leading self-serve frozen yogurt brand with more than 220 locations across the United States and internationally, announced today it has signed agreements for 13 new stores across…

The men’s grooming franchise reached its 50th location milestone and added UFC Hall of Famer Urijah Faber as a brand ambassador and investor.

Grand Fitness Partners acquired 10 Planet Fitness clubs in California, expanding its footprint to 90 locations nationally.

PopUp Bagels signed 300 franchise locations, reaching a company milestone and expanding its national presence.

Express Employment Professionals expands to Palm Springs with 180,000 jobs

Award-winning Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken will celebrate its 13th Anniversary with incredible deals on its signature chicken sandwich and its popular new Cheesy Mac Chicken box.

The franchise location will open later this month, and will be owned and operated by Brad Roth.