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John Gotaskie Jr. approaches franchise law with the precision of a litigator and the mindset of an entrepreneur.

DoodyCalls sees growing interest in pet waste removal services in 2026

Expanding beyond domestic borders is one of the biggest growth levers in franchising, but it is also one of the most complex.

Gabriel Vesci first came across Paris Baguette in an unexpectedly personal way.

According to the 2026 American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI), Jersey Mike’s has overtaken Chick-fil-A as the highest-rated major quick-service restaurant (QSR) brand in customer satisfaction, ending Chick-fil-A’s 11-year streak at the top.

For decades, the $115 billion laundry and dry cleaning industry has remained one of the most fragmented areas of consumer services.

Tide Cleaners and Laundromat modernize laundry and dry cleaning experience

The annual awards recognize organizations that make sustainability “an integral part of their business practices while partnering with the University of Notre Dame.” Paramount Coffee was honored for its Farm-Direct sourc

Franchisors aim for growth rates that support locations and deliver consistent experiences.

Karen E. Abrams has built a reputation as a trusted advisor to franchisees navigating risk, growth and long-term planning.

The Mathnasium franchise offers a powerful example of how teaching skills can translate into successful business ownership for former educators who don’t want to leave their passion for education behind.

Screenmobile offers a scalable franchise model with 40+ years of experience.

UJ and Sohini Patel , a husband-and-wife team in Knoxville, recently invested in a Children’s Lighthouse franchise after seeing both a need in their community and an opportunity to build…

Lawn Squad attracts entrepreneurs with its efficient lawn care model

In today’s home services industry, technology plays a central role in how top franchise systems operate, grow, and stay competitive.

Escapology franchise has over 115 locations across an $8 billion industry

The 2025 Junkluggers Franchise of the Year award was presented at the brand’s annual conference to Frank Hill, owner of The Junkluggers Nassau County location, and Kevin McGill, who serves as CEO of the Long Island, Queens, and Nassau County locations.

For many franchise development professionals, franchising is not a career path they intentionally choose.

Clean Eatz, a health-focused franchise, grows into a national brand with over 120 locations, combining multiple revenue streams and a gathering place for fitness enthusiasts.

“We had a strong year in 2025, and that carried into the first quarter,” said Jordan Wilson, chief development officer.

Newk’s Eatery , the 97-unit fast-casual restaurant chain known for its fresh sandwiches, soups, salads and pizzas, is targeting suburban Columbus, Ohio, for franchise development.

Franchisors build national brand awareness through consistent messaging and aligned execution

Justin M. Klein, a top franchise lawyer, advises emerging and established franchisors on growth, compliance, and risk management.

Mosquito Squad Plus , the 240-plus-unit pest control franchise, named brother and sister franchise owners Keegan Cravo and Joe Clark from Mosquito Squad Plus of Hartford-Springfield Franchisees of the Year.