Aire Serv® Celebrates Strong First Half of 2020
Aire Serv celebrates strong first half of 2020 with 10 new franchise agreements and 15 new locations opened.
· Franchising.com· July 23, 2020
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Franchise Times — page 28
Franchise Times is a publication in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 888 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Paris Baguette awarded 32 franchise agreements and opened 15 locations in the third quarter of 2026, with 119 agreements awarded and 53 new locations opened year to date [[2026-11-02 Paris Baguette Saw Growth Momentum Continue in Third Quarter (ebc782)]]. * Chicken Salad Chick has surpassed 350 restaurants across 27 states, awarding over 100 franchise units this year and opening its first restaurants in five new states [[2026-11-02 Chicken Salad Chick Surpasses 350 Restaurants (6ec302)]]. * The Mexican category in the franchise industry saw a 5.3% increase in total sales to $23.4 billion in 2025, with Taco Bell, Bubbakoo's, and Qdoba experiencing sales growth [[2026-10-30 Bubbakoo’s, Qdoba, Taco Bell Churn Out Sales Increases as Mexican Category Hits (a53c30)]]. * Home improvement brands saw $11.6 billion in sales in 2025, with Ace Handyman Services growing 13% to $118 million and Weed Man experiencing a 25.8% increase in units [[2026-10-30 Top 400 Spotlight Demand for Housing Upgrades Boosts Home Improvement Brands (f84d63)]]. * Potbelly and Cheba Hut reported strong sales growth in 2025, with $601 million and $182 million in system sales, respectively [[2026-10-30 Fresh Off Major Investments, Potbelly and Cheba Hut Thrived in 2025 (116902)]]. * Aurify Kingstar, a multi-brand franchisee, has signed a deal to open 40 Tropical Smoothie locations across New York and Connecticut over the next five years [[2026-10-30 Multi-Brand Franchisee Aurify Kingstar Adds Tropical Smoothie as Franchisor Push (585057)]]. * Burger King's sales rose 7.6% in Q3, driven by remodels and menu improvements, contributing to Restaurant Brands International's (RBI) Q3 growth [[2026-10-30 Remodels, Menu Improvements Boost Burger King Sales as Chain Drives RBI’s Q3 Gro (586fdf)]]. * Franchise Times ranks the 25 largest fitness franchisees with 2,761 units, a 30% increase from last year [[2026-10-29 Franchise Times Ranks the Largest Fitness Franchisees (c17a72)]]
Where Are The Franchise Lawyers?
1851 Franchise provides a guide to help franchisors find a franchise attorney, highlighting the importance of understanding clients' objectives and long-term goals.
· 1851 Franchise· July 22, 2020
Fighting Through Pandemic, TITLE Boxing Club Awards Franchise in Brooklyn
TITLE Boxing Club awards a franchise in Brooklyn, expanding its presence in New York City.
· Franchising.com· July 22, 2020
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Brings Back Free Delivery
Dickey's Barbecue Pit brings back free delivery and offers special deals for guests this summer.
· Franchising.com· July 17, 2020
Franchise Times: Pet Adoption Increase Will Mean Rise in Business, Says Hounds Town USA CEO
Franchise Times: Pet Adoption Increase Will Mean Rise in Business, Says Hounds Town USA CEO, discussing the impact of the pandemic on the pet industry.
· 1851 Franchise· July 16, 2020
Elements Massage® Recognized on Franchise Times’ Top 200+ List for 2019
Elements Massage is recognized on Franchise Times' Top 200+ List for 2019, ranking 264th among the largest franchise systems in the United States.
· 1851 Franchise· July 16, 2020
Cheryl Mullin
Cheryl Mullin discusses her approach to franchising, emphasizing the importance of understanding and caring about clients’ businesses and staying relevant in the industry.
· 1851 Franchise· July 16, 2020
Why Female Leaders and Entrepreneurs are Franchising With Eggs Up Grill
Eggs Up Grill has seen a 24% increase in women-owned franchise businesses over the past decade, with 41% of new franchises opened in the past 24 months being women-owned.
· 1851 Franchise· July 14, 2020
Goldfish Swim School Awarded National Grant from the USA Swimming Foundation
Goldfish Swim School has been awarded a national grant from the USA Swimming Foundation to support swim lesson providers and promote water safety initiatives.
· Franchising.com· July 2, 2020
The Joint Chiropractic Franchise Continues Strong Growth with Several New Openings
The Joint Chiropractic has continued its strong growth with several new openings in the first quarter of the year.
· Franchising.com· July 1, 2020
The Joint Chiropractic – NoHo West Offers Natural Approach to Pain
The Joint Chiropractic offers a natural approach to pain relief, with no appointments, no insurance hassles, and affordable chiropractic care.
· Franchising.com· July 1, 2020
The Joint Corp. Opens Two Corporately Managed Greenfield Clinics
The Joint Corp. opens two corporately managed greenfield clinics in the Los Angeles area, increasing its corporate clinic count to 63.
· Franchising.com· July 1, 2020
Maaco Collision Repair and Auto Painting Ensures Centers Are Prepared to Service Customers Safely in Today’s Environment
Maaco Collision Repair and Auto Painting implemented a three-stage strategy to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic and support its franchisees in the $43 billion automotive paint and collision industry.
· Franchising.com· June 30, 2020
Unity Rd. and Cannabis Take Spotlight in Global Franchise Magazine’s Latest Issue
Unity Rd. and Cannabis Take Spotlight in Global Franchise Magazine's Latest Issue, discussing the cannabis retail space and franchise model.
· Franchising.com· June 26, 2020
Kolache Factory Corporate Stores Re-Close Dining Rooms Effective Immediately
Effective immediately, dining rooms and restrooms at all corporate-owned Kolache Factory restaurants will be closed.
· Franchising.com· June 25, 2020
Lightbridge Academy® Announces the Lightbridge Promise as the Gold Standard in the Child Care Industry for Cleanliness, Security and Peace of Mind
Lightbridge Academy implements the Lightbridge Promise for cleanliness and security.
· Franchising.com· June 23, 2020
Bach to Rock Music School Helps Enrich Children’s Summers with Music
Bach to Rock Music School is offering summer camps for kids to learn music and other skills.
· Franchising.com· June 17, 2020
How Consumers Want Brands to Respond to the Racial-Justice Movement
Franchise brands such as Chick-fil-A, McDonald's, and Taco Bell respond to the racial-justice movement by releasing statements in support of protests.
· 1851 Franchise· June 12, 2020
Franchise Times Offers Tips on Preparing for Franchisee Bankruptcies
Franchise Times published a guide for franchisors to prepare for franchisee bankruptcies during the COVID-19 pandemic.
· 1851 Franchise· June 9, 2020
Goldfish Swim School Rolls Out Robust National Reopening Strategy as Risk for Childhood Drowning Increases Amid Pandemic
Goldfish Swim School rolls out a national reopening strategy to provide children with lifesaving swim lessons amid the pandemic.
· Franchising.com· June 9, 2020
Curious about Cannabis Franchise Opportunities? Check Out These Zoom Presentations
Unity Rd. offers franchisees the knowledge, resources, and ongoing support needed to compliantly and profitably operate a dispensary.
· Franchising.com· June 8, 2020
PrideStaff Makes Forbes’ List of America’s Best Professional Recruiting Firms for Fourth Consecutive Year
PrideStaff has been ranked No. 40 among the elite group of 250 firms named to Forbes’ 2020 List of America’s Best Professional Recruiting Firms.
· Franchising.com· June 3, 2020
New Studio 6 Extended-Stay Hotel Opens in Katy, Texas
A new Studio 6 extended-stay hotel opens in Katy, Texas, with 63 suites and a focus on affordability and comfort for travelers
· Franchising.com· June 3, 2020
Bach to Rock Music School in Marietta, Georgia, Opened on June 1, 2020
Bach to Rock Music School in Marietta, Georgia, opened on June 1, 2020, offering music lessons to students in the area.
· Franchising.com· June 2, 2020