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Shipley Do-Nuts signed franchise agreements for nine new locations in Q2, including entry into the Ocala, Florida, and Charleston, South Carolina markets.

Starbucks reported strong global comparable sales growth driven by strategic store refreshes, disciplined daypart management, and enhanced loyalty program initiatives.

Practical strategies for restaurant operators to manage high-volume events while protecting the mental health and retention of their workforce.

The annual honors will recognize leaders from Wow Bao and other major brands for their contributions to innovation and growth in the fast-casual segment.

Leadership from Huey Magoo's and Hawaiian Bros will discuss strategies for maintaining food quality while meeting heightened consumer demands for drive-thru speed.

A Georgia-based Penn Station East Coast Subs operator shares strategies for recruiting and developing teenage workers into long-term leadership roles through community-focused outreach.

Edible Brands CEO discusses franchise growth in a digital-first world

Biscuit Belly acquires 35 Maple Street locations to triple footprint

The year's development activity has introduced Capriotti's into several new markets, including Lake County, Illinois; Killeen, Texas; Tempe, Arizona; Southern Utah; Charleston, South Carolina; and Fort Wayne, Indiana, fu

Penn Station Sandwiches is celebrating a strong first half of 2026 driven by a strategic brand refresh, expanded menu offerings, accelerated franchise growth and significant national recognition.

Scooter's Coffee invests in supply chain to support 1,000 stores

Juice It Up reports 13% systemwide sales growth in 2026

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After months of speculation, Jersey Mike's Subs Inc. said Monday it has begun a roadshow for its initial public offering, moving forward with plans to sell 43,478,261 shares of Class A common stock.

Patino joins the company after nearly two decades in brand marketing at major quick-service chains, including Taco Bell, KFC, Burger King Chipotle and Subway.

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Gen Z and millennials seek flexible, tech-enabled franchises with purpose

Nick the Greek maintained an upward growth trajectory through the first half of 2026, surpassing 100 restaurants and delivering an exceptional midyear sales performance.

Sam Stanovich of Craveworthy Brands, Blake Johnson, senior director of Marketing of CEC Entertainment (parent company of Chuck E.

Chipotle Mexican Grill opened its first restaurant in Mexico on Thursday, marking a new chapter in the chain's international growth strategy.

Palmer Digital Group launches digital order board for QSR drive-thrus

Qdoba is expanding its franchise footprint with new development agreements that will open over 100 restaurants across the Southeast and West.

Atlanta-based Slutty Vegan is expanding into Ohio after signing a franchise agreement to open its first locations in Columbus and Cleveland.

The chain's Cultivate Next will fund Benchmark Labs, IMIO, Clean Crop Technologies, Athian, SIMPLi and PopID.