Franchise Magazine USA — page 17

The Belfor Franchise Group reports service brands surge, with HOODZ and Z Plumerz adding new territories and locations.

Go Mini’s, a portable storage franchise, expanded into multiple markets, driven by demand for flexible storage solutions in residential, commercial, and restoration markets.

Chicken Salad Chick awarded nearly 100 franchise deals and opened 42 new locations in 2025, setting company records.

Multi-unit Chicken Salad Chick operators Kendal Podesta and Scott Pace have signed an agreement to develop five dog grooming locations in the Tampa market.

Franchises expanding internationally face the risk of language diluting leadership and undermining trust in the brand

The tech-forward pet care brand has signed its first multi-unit franchise agreement in Charlotte, North Carolina, shortly after launching its national expansion program.

Red Roof names Tim Lipka as senior vice president of operations.

Every entrepreneurial journey, whether it involves opening the doors to a new franchise or navigating the landscape of strategic wagering, is fundamentally driven by a human desire for positive outcome.

Penn Station East Coast Subs reported strong systemwide sales and new openings, with over 320 locations nationwide, and sold 15 franchise units.

PIRTEK USA reports record franchise growth, with 61 total franchise units awarded and 41 new locations opened.

Competition exists in business, and entrepreneurs should focus on their original mission to avoid being driven by fear.

BrightStar Care witnesses vibrant expansion, opening 30 new locations, welcoming 20 new franchise owners, and expanding into 21 new markets.

The Red Chickz franchise expands to Maryland with three units.

Dave’s Hot Chicken franchisee David Futrell and partner Jeff Etter have signed a five-unit development deal to expand the dog grooming brand in Dallas.

Kilwins, a franchise specializing in hand-crafted chocolates and desserts, saw significant growth in 2025, with 19 new locations and 31 new franchise agreements.

Batteries Plus promotes Jon Sica to president, a national network of over 800 locations open and in development.

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HomeTeam Inspection Service grew to over 200 locations and witnessed a 10% increase in year-over-year revenue, with 82% of franchisees seeing either sales growth or stable sales.

The Miami-based medspa brand is launching a national franchise program backed by a founder-led operating model and a comprehensive end-to-end playbook.

Dave’s Hot Chicken named Joshua Liggins as its new vice president of franchise development.

JETSET Pilates reaches a new franchise agreement with Bill and Jen Hope, marking its first entry into Arizona with 3 initial locations and plans for 8-10 studios in the Phoenix-Scottsdale metro market.

Shipley Do-Nuts names Bill Leibengood as chief marketing officer, bringing 25 years of restaurant marketing experience.

AtWork is debuting a new franchise model, AtWork Professional, designed for low-cost operation and flexibility.

Jack in the Box finalizes the sale of Del Taco Holdings, Inc. to Yadav Enterprises Inc. for approximately $119 million.