
Happiness Factors in States: ALEC-Laffer 2024 Report
The ALEC-Laffer "Rich States, Poor States" report provides insight into economic competitiveness and the broader concept of state well-being or "happiness factors".
Utah is a location in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2016. 354 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Chicken Salad Chick has expanded to Utah, opening its first restaurants in the state as part of its growth into 27 states with over 350 restaurants [[2026-10-29 Chicken Salad Chick spreads into 5 new states, tops 350 restaurants]]. * Nick Harris has expanded Tide Services to 11 locations across Nevada and Utah, with a 12th location scheduled to open in Henderson, Nevada [[2026-10-28 Great Franchisee Nick Harris of Tide Services Expands in Nevada and Utah]]. * Greenix Pest Control has acquired Utah-based Wasatch Pest Control, expanding its customer base and increasing operational density in its home market [[2026-10-27 Greenix Pest Control Acquires Utah-Based Wasatch Pest Control]]. * Juice It Up! has officially entered Utah with the opening of a new location in Herriman, marking the brand's debut in its eighth state [[2026-10-14 Juice It Up! Officially Enters Utah]]. * FACE FOUNDRIÉ is building its development pipeline, with new units planned in markets including Utah [[2026-10-05 FACE FOUNDRIÉ Founder Michele Henry on Reaching 100 Units]]. * QuikTrip is set to open a new store in Springville, Utah, in December 2026 as part of its effort to grow its footprint in the region [[2026-10-05 QuikTrip Grows Colorado Footprint]]. * Kilwins has identified Utah as a priority market for expansion, aiming to grow its nearly 200-location brand nationwide [[2026-09-28 Kilwins Targets Utah for Expansion as Priority Growth Market]].

The ALEC-Laffer "Rich States, Poor States" report provides insight into economic competitiveness and the broader concept of state well-being or "happiness factors".

Layne’s Chicken Fingers, a chicken finger franchise, opens its first location in Clearfield, Utah, marking the brand’s expansion into the state.

Utah tops the ALEC-Laffer list for 17th year with low corporate tax rates.

Utah tops ALEC-Laffer's 2024 economic index with 17th consecutive win
FAT Brands partners with Valor Acquisitions to open five Fazoli's in Utah.
Tommy Gun's Original Barbershop names Jimmer Fredette as brand ambassador.
Bubbakoo’s Burritos announced today that it is bringing its original concept to Utah, signing a multi-unit development agreement with Loco Rico LLC.

ReUp Living expands westward with a significant franchise deal, aiming for national growth in home sale solutions with a unique blend of technology and remodeling services.
Bobby's Burgers By Bobby Flay to open first Utah location
Expedia Cruises announces signed agreements in Utah and Idaho, with husband-and-wife duo Ramon and Garimirka Chaparro leading the Utah single-unit agreement.
“Being ranked in the top five percent of the Inc. 5000 is a huge honor for BODY20, representing one-on-one, personalized EMS-based fitness in an incredible way on this distinguished list,” said Jay Galluzzo, CEO of BODY20.
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries and Shakes announced today that it is bringing more of its mouthwatering made-to-order burgers, hand-cut French fries and handspun shakes to Sandy, Utah.

Joe Sample signs franchise agreement for nine Bobby's Burgers locations in Utah
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes has cemented its reputation as a smash-hit, grilling its way into more markets nationwide and stacking up devoted fans with the best tasting burger in America.
“Bringing Bobby’s Burgers to Utah is a significant milestone for us as we continue expanding our footprint,” said Flay.
Fatburger and Round Table Pizza partner for 12 co-branded units

Washington state has the best economy among the 50 states and the District of Columbia, according to a report by WalletHub.

Quick Mobile Repair was founded by 17-year-old Nick Fazio, initially designing the logo with a nostalgic cell phone image and focusing on fast, professional, and affordable repairs.

Paris Baguette franchisee Su Kim brought the brand to Utah, creating a laid-back coastal vibe and introducing the community to the bakery café franchise.

CINCINNATI – TruBlue Home Service Ally , a prominent name in the home maintenance and senior modification services industry, is proud to announce a significant first quarter of growth for 2024.

Jeremy and Kalin Morgado, a couple, become Area Representatives for ReUp Living, overseeing operations in seven states and expanding the brand's presence in the Western U.S.

A premium gym experience doesn’t always have to mean a hefty membership price.

Express Employment Professionals has launched an innovative incentive program aimed at fostering the growth of its franchise network, offering a refund of up to $40,000 on the initial franchise fee.

The Elements Massage brand inks domestic agreement in Utah and Colorado, adding 22 new studios across those markets.