IFA Applauds Maryland Franchise Registration Modernization Becoming Law
Maryland Governor Wes Moore signs Franchise Reform Act into law.
· Franchising.com· May 13, 2026
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Maryland is a location in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 334 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * PayMore has signed a new franchise deal with the Desai family to expand into Maryland [[2026-10-28 PayMore Signs New Franchise Deal to Expand into Maryland (24008d)]]. * Tierra Encantada has signed a three-unit area development agreement with experienced multi-unit franchise owners Mari Millard and Marnie Hammel to bring the brand to Maryland [[2026-10-21 Experienced Multi-Unit Franchisees, Mari Millard & Marnie Hammel, Sign Area Development Deal to Bring Tierra Encantada to Maryland (18cfe3)]]. * Structural Elements seeks multi-unit investors to scale its orthopedic wellness franchise, which has a network of clinics in Maryland and Wisconsin [[2026-10-16 Structural Elements® Seeks Multi-Unit Investors to Scale Its Proven, Founder-Led Orthopedic Wellness Franchise (e53119)]]. * Chicken Salad Chick has opened its second restaurant in Maryland, located in Olney Village Center [[2026-09-10 Chicken Salad Chick Continues Maryland Growth Momentum, Opening Second Restaurant in State (12d2a6)]]. * Josh Thomas, a former Amazon operations leader, has found success as a Building Kidz franchisee, with two locations open in Maryland and a third in development [[2026-08-18 Building Kidz Franchisee Growth Josh Thomas' Multi-Unit Success Story (8abdce)]]. * Big Chicken, a restaurant chain founded by Shaquille O'Neal, has opened its first standalone location in Maryland, near Baltimore [[2026-08-10 Shaquille O’Neal’s Big Chicken Brings BIG Flavor to Maryland with First Standalone Location Near Baltimore (97bfef)]]. * Building Kidz School has signed new agreements in Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia, expanding to 11 states [[2026-08-05 Building Kidz School Signs 100th Franchise Agreement (0f4382)]]. * American Healthcare REIT is acquiring 8 Kensington Senior Living communities, including locations in Maryland, for $873 million [[2026-08-13 American Healthcare REIT to Acquire 8 Kensington Senior Living Communities for $873M (c2c52e)]]. * Scramblers, a breakfast-and-lunch chain, has locations in several states including Maryland [[2026-10-29 Scramblers (f6c3f4)]]. * District Taco operates across Washington, D.C., Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania [[2026-10-29 District Taco (0a480b)]].
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The Greene Turtle Launches First-Ever ‘Crush of the Month’ and All-You-Can-Eat Wing Fest
The Greene Turtle launches Crush of the Month and Wing Fest.
· Franchising.com· May 6, 2026
The Red Chickz Expands Coast-to-Coast with New Multi-Unit Development Deals in Massachusetts, Maryland, and Dallas
The Red Chickz expands with new deals in Massachusetts, Maryland, and Dallas.
· Franchising.com· May 4, 2026
Mahana Fresh debuts GLP-1-friendly menu
The health-focused fast-casual chain has launched a specialized menu of high-protein, customizable bowls catering to customers using weight-loss medications.
· FastCasual· May 1, 2026
Potbelly Signs Development Agreement in Maryland and Delaware
Potbelly signs deal for up to four shops in Maryland and Delaware.
· QSR Magazine· April 22, 2026
Potbelly Sandwich Shop Signs Development Agreement for Four Shops in the Greater Philadelphia Region
Potbelly announced today that franchisees PB Delaware LLC have signed a development agreement to open up to four shops across Maryland and Delaware, expanding the brand’s footprint into a key Mid-Atlantic market.
· Franchising.com· April 22, 2026
Building Kidz School signs 100th franchise agreement
Building Kidz School signs 100th franchise agreement, marking a significant milestone for the growing brand in early childhood education.
· Franchise Magazine USA· April 15, 2026
Frederick Residents Bring GreenLight Mobility To Maryland
GreenLight Mobility provides home-modification services to support aging in place and mobility needs.
· Franchising.com· March 31, 2026
Strong Pilates To Open Studios in Maryland, Virginia in Latest US Expansion
Strong Pilates to open eight new studios in Maryland and Virginia.
· Athletech News· March 22, 2026
IFA Forecasts 12,000 New Franchised Units in 2026
The International Franchise Association (IFA) released its annual "Franchising Economic Outlook" showing that franchise businesses enter 2026 positioned for a year of growth after 2025 was marked by macroeconomic turbulence.
· Franchising.com· February 25, 2026
Latest IFA report forecasts solid industry growth ahead
The International Franchise Association projects franchise industry growth in 2026, with over 12,000 new franchised businesses and 8.9 million jobs created.
· Franchise Magazine USA· February 22, 2026
urSwim Franchise: Consolidating a Splintered $9B Industry
Swim education has historically been a splintered space, one often caught between higher overhead brick-and-mortar facilities and informal, fragmented local providers.
· 1851 Franchise· February 13, 2026
Sparkle Grooming sees licenses soar past 400
The Scottsdale-based dog grooming franchise has reached 438 awarded licenses across 25 states, marking rapid expansion for its membership-driven wellness model.
· Franchise Magazine USA — Pets· February 11, 2026
Zaxbys Surpasses 1,000 Locations as Brand Transformation Fuels Momentum Into 2026
As of January 2026, Zaxbys operates more than 1,000 restaurants across 22 states, with debut entries into major metro markets including Las Vegas and Phoenix, as well as expansion across Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, a
· Franchising.com· February 5, 2026
Escapology Escape Room Franchise Deep Dive: Costs, ROI and Market Insights for 2026
Escapology is an escape room entertainment brand with a mission to deliver premium, private escape adventures that transport guests into worlds of mystery and excitement.
· 1851 Franchise· January 31, 2026
Chicken Salad Chick celebrates record year
Chicken Salad Chick awarded nearly 100 franchise deals and opened 42 new locations in 2025, setting company records.
· Franchise Magazine USA· January 29, 2026
Siblings to Develop The Red Chickz in Maryland
Sam Patel signs three-unit deal for The Red Chickz in Maryland.
· Franchising.com· January 21, 2026
The Red Chickz moving into Maryland
The Red Chickz franchise expands to Maryland with three units.
· Franchise Magazine USA· January 19, 2026
What Are the Risks of Buying a Franchise? Expert Tips for Prospective Owners
Franchise owners should understand the biggest risks and how to minimize them before investing in a franchise.
· 1851 Franchise· January 15, 2026
The Red Chickz Fires Up Maryland With New 3-Unit Franchise Deal
Sam Patel brings over a decade of multi-unit, multi-market experience to The Red Chickz system.
· Franchising.com· January 14, 2026
BODYBAR Pilates Franchise Costs, Fees and Profit Data for 2025
BODYBAR Pilates, founded in 2012, operates as a national franchise with a mission to cultivate a balanced, athletic, and real community through Pilates-powered workouts.
· 1851 Franchise· December 16, 2025
IMAGE Studios Franchise Growth and National Expansion 2025
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.
· 1851 Franchise· December 15, 2025
Why Former Subway and Tropical Smoothie Owners Chose The Brass Tap
The Patel family chose The Brass Tap franchise, a sports bar and restaurant, to match their community-focused vision and relaxed atmosphere.
· 1851 Franchise· December 3, 2025
Industry association fires up AAFD TV
The American Association of Franchisees & Dealers (AAFD) has launched a new platform designed to help keep members informed.
· Franchise Magazine USA· December 2, 2025