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Multi-unit franchisees anticipate labor and supply chain shifts in 2026.

In 2005, Lee finally pushed: “Are we just going to keep talking about this, or are we going to do it?” “I looked at a few franchise options, but when I came across Sport Clips, it resonated with me,” Hill says.

We’ve selected highlights from Bill Edwards’ biweekly Global Business Newsletter (#149, December 9, 2025).

Each month, we bring you a roundup of international franchise news.

As the country goes through a challenging economic time, many consumers are re-evaluating their discretionary income.

At first glance, Christopher Aslam might look like another second-generation franchisee, following his father’s lead with Jack in the Box.

I chose a service brand because I have a passion for connecting with people in a meaningful way.

Pete First discusses BrightStar Care's franchise candidate attraction with 400 locations

Many multi-unit franchisees are constantly looking ahead to expand and open new locations.

My business partner, Kal Patel, and I have always been drawn to brands that make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

One of the fundamental differences between joining a franchise or starting an independent business is the support an owner receives from their franchisor.

Bryan Ricks discusses his experience as a CareBuilders at Home franchisee

IFA names Hounds Town USA 2025 Emerging Franchisor Award winner.

Many forms of technology, including AI, continue to impact nearly every aspect of the business world today.

We’ve selected highlights from Bill Edwards’ biweekly Global Business Newsletter (#147, November 11, 2025).

Military Experience: 33 years in the United States Army and the U.S.

Each month, we bring you a roundup of international franchise news.

One of the biggest operational issues facing the restaurant industry today is being able to find, pay, and retain good employees.

Service brands’ appeal to both existing and new franchisees continues to grow across the U.S.

As a Navy nuclear engineer on submarines, I was accustomed to following procedures.

When we think back five years ago to how Covid upended our daily lives, many of those memories are negative.

Franchising is a natural fit for someone with a military background because it offers the same sense of structure and proven systems that we relied on in the service.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) recently announced the launch of “Franchise Means Local,” a national campaign with an initial $5 million spend, to showcase that franchises are locally owned and operated bus

Limited-time offers (LTOs) can be a very successful strategy to gain visibility and attract new customers through a new menu item or short-term promotion.