
The Picklr adds new COO
The Picklr, an indoor pickleball court franchise, adds Abby Olson as its new chief operating officer, who previously scaled Crumbl from fewer than 10 locations to over 1,100 across two countries.
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The Picklr, an indoor pickleball court franchise, adds Abby Olson as its new chief operating officer, who previously scaled Crumbl from fewer than 10 locations to over 1,100 across two countries.

Poolwerx appoints Steve Greenbaum as a global executive director, replacing John O’Brien in the role.

Ideal Siding reports record-setting momentum, awarding 12 new franchise agreements and opening 10 new locations through the first half of 2025.

Premium Service Brands has signed 31 new franchise agreements across 7 of its brands, celebrating another quarter of system-wide growth.

Wendy’s undergoes a transition at its top leadership position, with president and CEO Kirk Tanner departing to become president and CEO of The Hershey Company, and Ken Cook being appointed as interim CEO.

Cityscape Global 2025 returns to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with a focus on urban innovation and real estate development.

Krispy Kreme and McDonald’s end their partnership, which allowed Krispy Kreme products to be sold at 2,400 McDonald’s locations.

Bloomin' Blinds expanded into new states and reported a 10% increase in average monthly revenue for its franchisees in the first half of 2025.

The International Franchise Association supports the introduction of the Save Local Business Act, aiming to clarify the joint employer standard and protect the independence of America's 831,000 franchise businesses.

The men’s grooming franchise reached its 50th location milestone and added UFC Hall of Famer Urijah Faber as a brand ambassador and investor.

Grease Monkey has added 47 locations since September 2024 and plans to double its size over the next three years.

Pressure washing specialist Rolling Suds has appointed Tom Gissler as its new CEO, with Aaron Harper transitioning to chairman of the board.

Luxury spa franchise Woodhouse Spa has opened three new locations in Louisville, Kentucky; Sarasota, Florida; and Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

Sola Salons, a studio suite franchise, has added five new locations during the second quarter of 2025.

Jungle Driving School is under new leadership and expanding its program with a rebuilt, tech-forward approach and real-time vehicle tracking technology.

Authority Brands appoints Jay Caiafa as its new chief executive officer, bringing experience from InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG).

Smoothie King has received new funding through a financial partnership with a private equity firm, Main Post Partners, for accelerated growth and innovation.

Brooklyn Dumpling Shop launches a new investment funding round to drive omni-channel expansion and build momentum through the funding, led by RSE Ventures.

Franchise FastLane has partnered with Sourdough & Co. to support the brand’s massive franchise expansion plan, aiming to reach 700 stores by 2027.

Grasons, an estate sale and business liquidation franchise, has made a pitch to potential franchisees.

Go Mini’s targets the metro Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas market for franchise expansion, seeking to establish six additional territories across the Lone Star State.

The American Association of Franchisees & Dealers (AAFD) has launched a new platform designed to help keep members informed.

iCRYO has reached a milestone with the opening of its 50th location in Richmond, Texas, led by a physician-assistant-and-nurse duo.

Franchise Equity Partners has promoted Carlos Morales to CEO, overseeing operations across all brands under Reliable Residential.