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Phenix Salon Suites multi-unit franchisees expand their portfolio with new locations in California and Florida.

Study finds small business operators struggling to pay rent, with minority-owned businesses facing the highest rent delinquency rates.

Re-Bath has implemented a policy of focus on outcomes, balancing flexibility with accountability, as part of its growth strategy, with a focus on bathroom remodeling and redesign services.

Multi-unit franchisee Raj Sangha has signed an 8-unit development agreement with WaBa Grill to bring the rice bowl chain to the Clark County area in southern Nevada.

Pace Webb, the founder of Daddy’s Chicken Shack, is carving out a path for the brand around her own ideas, passion, and culture, with a focus on growth and expansion.

A survey finds that over half of small business owners fear closing due to rampant inflation.

Amin Dhanani, a multi-brand operator, owns over 500 locations across three brands, including Popeyes, Dunkin’, and la Madeleine French Bakery & Cafe.

Gary Holland's One Holland Corporation is adding Roy Rogers Restaurants to its portfolio with a 10-unit deal in the Greater Cincinnati area.

Alabama multi-unit franchisee Sam Abusaleem partners with Del Taco to bring six locations to Northern Alabama.

Tennessee Operator Signs 22-Unit Area Representative Deal With Jeremiah’s Italian Ice, expanding the brand's presence in the state.

Ryan Bridgeman takes over the family business, with 150 Wendy's, 74 Fazoli's, and 1 Jimmy John's locations.

British Swim School operator Nora Farhat adds a new complementary brand, Pool Scouts, to her portfolio.

Blu Ivy Group study finds 74% of employees say their company culture is broken.

Small business owner optimism is at a 48-year low, with inflation being the single most important problem faced by owners, according to the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index.

Russell Berner, VP of restaurant operations and a partner with 80-unit franchisee JDK Management, shares his experience and insights on the franchisor-franchisee relationship.

A husband-and-wife team, Kaleb and Patricia Warnock, have signed a development deal to bring Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa to the El Paso market.

Faizan and Adila Khan, successful multi-unit operators with Dog Haus, sign a new area development deal to bring 15 more locations to Maryland over the next five years.

74% of Americans expect restaurants to cut portion sizes without price changes.

Family: Wife Shelby, children Lucy Bell 10, Laine 8, Winnie 5

Ron Stokes' Roaring Fork Restaurant Group adds Dave's Hot Chicken to its 58 Qdoba locations.

The Falcons Group has signed an area development deal with Twin Peaks to open three locations in the Pittsburgh area.

Inflation causes major problems for small businesses, with 62% of operators saying it has a substantial impact on their business.

Mountain Mike’s Pizza multi-unit franchisee Boby Singh has signed a nine-store franchise development deal with Juice It Up!

Del Taco multi-unit franchisee Dennis Ekstrom grows again, opening a new restaurant in Tempe, Arizona, with plans to serve the local community.