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Catherine Monson and Charles Bonfiglio on Leadership with leadership styles and recommended leadership books for aspiring leaders.

Batteries Plus is adapting to rapid technology changes in franchise development, with AI tools generating leads and analyzing data.

Experienced franchisees Salman and Komal Noordin are bringing Blo Blow Dry Bar to Memphis, their sixth franchise venture.

Bryant Keil returns as a multi-unit operator for Potbelly, signing a deal to develop over two dozen stores in Maryland.

The Ohana Restaurant Group is developing 7 Hawaiian Bros locations in several markets.

VAAP Management brings two Curry Up Now restaurants to the Durham and Chapel Hill markets in North Carolina.

Empower Brands adds Canopy Lawn Care to its portfolio, marking its fourth new brand in 2023.

Phillip Jones adds Salata Salad Kitchen to his multi-brand portfolio

Unleashed Brands, a company that acquires and grows youth enrichment franchises, plans to hire additional staff and invest in its sales and e-commerce systems.

Consumers became a little less concerned with the state of the economy and the chance of an economic recession when Numerator’s latest Consumer Sentiment Study compared data collected in May to that from June.

DYNE Hospitality Group has opened its 100th Tropical Smoothie Cafe location in Little Rock, Arkansas, marking a major milestone for the company.

Purple Square Management has expanded its portfolio with the addition of six American Family Care locations in Tampa, Florida.

Utah Smashburger operator Michael Walker signs a new five-unit development deal, expanding the brand’s presence in the state.

A new report finds that ‘to-go’ alcohol is a big hit with millennials and Gen Z, with 9 in 10 restaurants offering it with takeout orders.

A survey found that jobseekers and employers might reconsider traditional work schedules if productivity remains at or exceeds current levels.

J.J. Sorrenti, a seasoned franchising executive, has led Best Life Brands into growth and expansion.

Orangetheory Fitness multi-unit operator Eric and Tara Hudson sign a four-unit development agreement with Dogtopia, expanding their portfolio into dog daycare and spa services.

Camp Bow Wow's marketing director shares her experience and challenges in the role.

Consumers have had enough of the increasing number of requests for tips at businesses they frequent.

Doherty Enterprises will bring JINYA Ramen Bar locations to the New York area, partnering with the ramen brand.

Crunch Fitness multi-unit operator CR Fitness Holdings prepares to open its newest location in Winter Garden, Florida.

Consumers remain wary of the economy, with 59% expressing high levels of concern, according to a May consumer sentiment study.

Threshold Brands has added Mold Medics to its portfolio, expanding its home services offerings and providing franchise owners with new business opportunities.

Employee retention is the top initiative for restaurants in 2023, with 1.7 million unfilled jobs in the Food Service and Accommodations sector.