Multi-Unit Franchisee — page 4

Jiger Patel and Pradeep Prashar have signed an agreement to open 15 Qdoba Mexican Eats restaurants in the New York Tri-State area and Southwest Florida.

The RIFC 50 Index, a stock index tracking the financial performance of the US franchising sector, shows a surge in the franchising sector's recovery from the Covid pandemic, gaining 7.3% in the first quarter of 2021.

Honors Holdings acquires 24 more Orangetheory Fitness locations, expanding its portfolio to 102 studios across six states.

Sylvan Learning launches a national TV ad campaign to promote its educational services.

A new study found that 3 in 5 U.S. consumers expected a return to normalcy by July 4th, despite the ongoing pandemic.

A new report from the NFIB reveals that 44% of small business owners report having job openings they could not fill, a record-high reading of unfilled job openings among small businesses.

Chaac Foods Restaurants, a multi-brand operator, signs an agreement to open 40 new Bojangles stores and acquire 40 existing corporate-owned Bojangles locations across three states.

Edible multi-unit franchisee Jeffrey Zhang opens the brand’s second ghost kitchen location in Northern California, expanding the brand's reach in the San Jose region.

Yum! Brands pledges to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, working closely with its franchisees, suppliers, and producers.

Pearle Vision's largest franchisee, Bill Noble, signs a new five-store development agreement, expanding the brand's presence in the Birmingham, AL market.

Pizza Hut franchisee Tyler Freeland adds Dave's Hot Chicken to their portfolio, bringing 28 locations to Indiana and Ohio.

The 2021 Franchise Update Media Innovation Awards entry closes on May 10, recognizing innovative ideas in franchising.

JRI Hospitality, a mega franchise operator, opened a new Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers location in Newnan, Georgia.

Multi-unit Hardee’s operator signs development agreement with Tropical Smoothie Cafe, planning to develop 16 locations in Mississippi and Alabama over the next several years.

Sylvan Learning launches a national TV ad campaign for its $29 initial assessment, aimed at students struggling with online learning.

Texas multi-unit franchisee Kelsey Irvine adds Blaze Pizza to her portfolio, signing an agreement to develop 10 new locations in the Austin area.

NFIB reports 42% of small businesses have unfilled job openings.

Amazing Brandz to open 3 Another Broken Egg Café locations.

A survey finds that small business recovery remains fragile despite some positive economic indicators.

Chris McMillan has just opened his newest Slim Chickens location in the Sunshine State, this time in Pensacola, Florida.

Flynn Restaurant Group nearly doubled in size with the acquisition of 937 Pizza Huts and 194 Wendy’s locations from NPC International.

Xponential Fitness acquires its ninth brand, Rumble, a boutique boxing concept, and plans to quickly begin franchising the concept.

HomeWell Care Services franchisee Vaishali Nileshwar adds two more territories in the greater Houston area, expanding her business and serving more clients.

Cicis has emerged from Chapter 11 protection in less than two months with a reorganization that will strengthen the corporate team, operations, and the brand’s financial structure.