Franchise Magazine USA — page 12

LINE-X is converting a strong development pipeline into new openings and growth across the US and Canada.

Due diligence is a process, not a phase, and prospective franchisees should stress-test a business model across all operational aspects.

Fantasy Claw Arcade is opening a new location at AREA15 in Las Vegas.

The infrared and red-light therapy specialist hit the 100-unit milestone with a new opening in Del Mar, California, operated by franchisee Kiki Barnes.

Ideal Siding launched a commercial program to help franchisees expand their business to larger scale projects.

Annex Brands acquired Postal Connections of America, expanding its network to over 800 pack-and-ship stores across North America.

BODYBAR Pilates celebrated National Pilates Day with a 1970s themed party across its network of over 70 US studios.

RNR Tire Express expands in New England, opening new location in Brockton, Massachusetts.

Former FOX Sports and ESPN executives John Entz and Greg Busch have signed a development deal to bring 22 dog grooming locations to Orange County.

The Pack studio has signed territory development agreements for Northern New Jersey and South Florida, planning to add eight and ten units respectively.

Executive Home Care sold its 100th territory, meeting the growing need for in-home care services for people 18 and older.

Swig has reached a franchise agreement in Florida, calling for 25 locations in southern Florida.

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers strengthened its leadership team with two key executive appointments.

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii uses a mix of disciplined operations and high-impact marketing to drive growth and stay true to its brand positioning

Tony Padulo, a franchise development expert, shares insights on the comfort problem in franchise development.

Pickleball Kingdom reached a multi-unit franchise agreement for the development of five indoor pickleball clubs in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Married couples can make good franchise owners, bringing complementary skills and shared financial goals to the business

Five Star Franchising brands Card My Yard, Mosquito Shield, and Gotcha Covered named to Entrepreneur’s 2026 Top Low-Cost Franchise list.

Ian Poole named vice president of franchise development for Taco John’s, bringing nearly 20 years of experience in restaurant and franchise brands.

Alliance Franchise Brands celebrates 50 years as a leading franchisor of marketing, print, and visual communications companies in the US and Canada.

Xponential Fitness and Riser Fitness strike a 127-unit deal to expand Club Pilates locations over the next five years.

Stratus Building Solutions has launched a major rebranding effort, introducing a new name and tagline.

Heart to Home Meals USA has signed a franchise agreement in New Jersey, bringing meal delivery services for senior citizens to the Somerset market.

PuroClean is expanding into the San Francisco Bay Area, with 15 territories available for franchisees.