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Hillery Simmons transitions from a tech career to becoming a franchisee of Three Pigtails & Crewcuts in Chicago.

Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N' Wash reach 19,303 adoptions

The acquisition is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

With more than 80 years of barbecue tradition, Dickey’s is pioneering innovation in the restaurant industry by strategically positioning ghost kitchens in urban markets where traditional dine in locations are less accessible.

Replay Sports Cards aims to donate 1 million cards to 40,000+ Chicago kids.

The three-course format allows guests to select one starter, one entrée from four popular options, and dessert for a single price.

Chicago – Crimson Coward Nashville Hot Chicken has opened its first location in Illinois with a Grand Opening set for August 15.

United Water Restoration Group reports strong growth in 2025 with 5 new deals signed

UFC GYM opens in Chicago's Morgan Park with presale memberships.

Woodhouse Spas, a luxury day spa franchise, reported double-digit sales growth and system expansion in Q2 2025.

KidStrong is on a mission — not just to help kids get stronger, but to help them grow into confident, capable humans.

Patrick Prendergast returns to Potbelly as a multi-unit franchisee in Florida, bringing his passion for the brand and commitment to entrepreneurship.

Zaxbys, the rapidly expanding Georgia-based QSR franchise famous for its quality Chicken Fingerz, wings and signature sauces, is making its long-awaited entrance in the Chicagoland market.

Leading the new Chicago location is local entrepreneur and franchise consultant, Tim Michaels, who will serve communities across Chicago’s North and Northwest suburbs.

Dove and Club Pilates are coming together to share one powerful message: Pilates is for every body.

The original three founders started Dave’s Hot Chicken with just $900 in an East Hollywood parking lot pop-up.

The Top 100 list recognizes the brands and executives in the restaurant industry through creativity, hard work and forward-thinking.

Children's Lighthouse expands in up-and-coming markets with high occupancy potential.

Gotcha Covered announced today it has opened a new location west of Chicago in the Oak Brook community.

Sola Salons is doubling down on its franchise development efforts in 2025, with Chicago being a top priority for expansion.

Celebree School builds strong momentum in Q1 with eight new signed franchise agreements, representing a total of 13 schools planned across key growth markets nationwide including Chicago, Atlanta, Boston, Houston,…

Senior Care Authority experiences franchise growth and national recognition, adding new franchisees and expanding corporate staff in Q1 2025.

JetSet Pilates, a fast-growing Reformer Pilates franchise, has signed its first two deals in the Chicagoland area for Naperville and Winnetka.

The Gym Pod debuts private gym pods in Hong Kong