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RNR Tire Express has continued its expansion efforts, reaching a company record of $350 million in systemwide revenue in 2025.

PostNet awarded 32 new franchises across its network in 2025, exceeding its typical annual development pace.

Fitura Brands, Inc. plans to offer franchise opportunities in racquet sports, athletic reformer Pilates, and contrast therapy recovery.

Poolwerx, the largest pool services franchise, expanded into new territories in Iowa, Georgia, and California, driven by residential pool ownership and maintenance needs.

Planet Fitness appoints Tom Fitzgerald as interim CFO, bringing deep institutional knowledge and a proven track record of financial leadership.

AlphaGraphics reached 30 new franchise agreements across its network in 2025.

Gong cha has acquired the rights to 170 U.S. locations from a master franchisee, accelerating franchise development and long-term U.S. growth.

Home Helpers Home Care has awarded 41 franchise agreements to new and existing franchises, expecting to pass 400 territories.

Spray-Net has announced new franchise agreements in Arizona and Texas, expanding its presence in the home improvement paint and coatings market.

PrideStaff announces new franchise ownership and leadership changes, with Anita Zheng and Remy D’Esposito taking over the Long Island Melville-Jamaica Office.

The Red Chickz expands to the Northeast and Southeast, signing new franchise agreements for development in Alabama, Georgia, and Connecticut.

GoTo Foods rebrands Schlotzsky's Deli, returning to its roots and emphasizing its authenticity as a deli franchise.

Dovida acquires A Place At Home franchise, expanding its home care services into the US market.

Playa Bowls reports rapid expansion moves, reaching new agreements in the West, Midwest, and Southeast, and planning to build the brand in high-traffic locations.

Eggs Up Grill appoints Kayla Money as its new CFO, bringing experience in the restaurant industry and financial planning and analysis.

Former McDonald’s franchisees Angela and Andy Harrelson are expanding their Scenthound portfolio with six additional locations across South Carolina and Georgia.

The Melt, a fast-casual brand, has named Greg Vojnovic as its new head of franchising as the brand prepares to expand through a franchising program.

The International Franchise Association projects franchise industry growth in 2026, with over 12,000 new franchised businesses and 8.9 million jobs created.

The luxury spa brand has identified a pipeline for over 100 new locations, focusing on major markets in California, Florida, and New York.

Shipley Donuts expands into several markets, including Las Vegas, with multiple agreements and new shop openings.

Pilates Addiction reaches a new company milestone, selling 250 licenses nationally and investing $5.25 million in Pilates teacher training tuition.

bb.q Chicken, a Korean fried chicken franchise, has rolled out Deliverect’s digital ordering integration and menu management platform across more than 250 US locations.

Gregorys Coffee launched a new franchise program in partnership with Craveworth Brands.

Ziv Tarsi and Kat Stupka have acquired the Portland, Oregon, territory of the pet waste removal franchise, leveraging backgrounds in software and marketing.