
EMS Expands with Acquisition of LA's PaymentCloud
Electronic Merchant Systems acquired PaymentCloud to enhance long-term growth opportunities and expand its technology infrastructure.
Los Angeles is a location in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 302 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Killer Fitness, a horror-themed boutique fitness studio, is focusing on conquering the Los Angeles market [[2026-10-30 Burbank’s Killer Fitness Keeps Halloween on the Schedule All Year (bd750a)]]. * Mathnasium Learning Centers is expanding in key markets such as Los Angeles as part of its growth strategy [[2026-10-28 Mathnasium Growth Strategy Expanding in Key Markets (392030)]]. * Club Studio, a premium group fitness concept from Fitness International, is expanding in Los Angeles with two new locations [[2026-10-20 Fitness International’s Club Studio Expands in LA (376459)]]. * Roknipour Investment Group signed a 15-unit development agreement to expand Gold's Gym across Los Angeles and Orange County [[2026-10-06 Roknipour Investment Group To Develop 15 Gold's Gym Units (c28679)]]. * Chain, a Los Angeles-based pop-cuisine brand, is testing a six-month residency at Topanga Social to evaluate its fast-food nostalgia concept [[2026-09-08 Why Chain’s ‘pop cuisine’ concept is testing food hall format (217ebf)]]. * Chipotle Mexican Grill brought back its fan-favorite margarita for a limited time through the 'Summon the Spirits Tour', which visited Los Angeles [[2026-09-28 Chipotle Brings Back Margaritas in 'Summon the Spirits Tour' (246047)]]. * Fitstop's Global Games finale featured a stop in Los Angeles as part of a global series [[2026-10-07 1,000 competitors, one global community Fitstop’s electric Global Games finale i (14362a)]]. * Gold's Gym announced a multi-unit franchise development partnership with Roknipour Investment Group to expand across Los Angeles and Orange County [[2026-09-28 Gold’s Gym Builds on Southern California Legacy With 15-Unit Franchise Development Agreement (c4dbee)]].
Also known as Los Angeles, California

Electronic Merchant Systems acquired PaymentCloud to enhance long-term growth opportunities and expand its technology infrastructure.
Hollywood Burger, the renowned fast casual restaurant chain known for its Hollywood vibe and delicious food, is celebrating its eight-year anniversary since opening its flagship U.S.

Dogdrop, a dog care franchise, aims to revolutionize the industry with its convenient and flexible dog care services, offering franchise opportunities and a modern brand design.

Stratus Building Solutions is an environmentally conscious commercial cleaning concept that offers pressure washing, hard floor care, carpet cleaning, window cleaning, construction cleaning and other janitorial services
Johnny Rockets celebrated National Johnny Day by offering free shakes to anyone with the name Johnny.

The article lists the top 10 ethnic restaurant franchises, including Pollo Campero, a Central American chicken franchise with 89 US locations.

Sugared + Bronzed expands to 50 US locations by 2025.
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill expands with the launch of non-traditional dining formats, including to-go-only restaurants and digital kitchens.

IWG signed agreements for two new locations in California, expanding its flexible workspace presence in the state.

Menchie's Frozen Yogurt is a frozen yogurt franchise based in Encino, California, with over 600 locations worldwide.
Pet Evolution expands into the Los Angeles community with 40 new locations, bringing a space for pet owners to interact with knowledgeable staff and high-quality pet products.
Slice House by Tony Gemignani opens its first Southern California franchise location in Thousand Oaks, with plans to open more across the Los Angeles area.

PickUp USA Fitness has 24 locations and costs $500K to $1 million to open.

YogaSix, a boutique yoga brand, has surpassed 600 signed franchise agreements, highlighting the power of its inclusive and full-sensory approach to yoga.

Urban Air Adventure Park debuts in the Los Angeles market with local entrepreneurs Jeff Feldman and Ian Silverstein, creating 500 jobs in Southern California.

IWG signs agreement for new Spaces location in Los Angeles, California, as the flexible workspace industry is projected to nearly double in size by 2025.

Griswold , the non-medical, in-home, senior care franchise company with 170-plus units across the U.S., is looking to expand in Los Angeles, California.

Teriyaki Madness named a Top 100 Mover & Shaker with 130+ units
H&H Bagels expands outside of the tri-state area with agreements for 25 new locations in Florida, California, and other states.

Taco John's offers a Taco Tuesday special for every day through the end of June, with two tacos for $2.
German Doner Kebab offers Fast X experience to one customer.

Fitscope, a producer of studio classes for connected fitness equipment, has announced a commercial subscription partnership with Bodycraft.
FAT Brands has launched a charitable arm, FAT Brands Foundation, to amplify its existing charitable efforts and provide essential programs to families and communities.

JDog Brands is planning expansion into Los Angeles, California, with at least six territories and 27 potential units.