What is Discovery Day, and Do You Need to Attend?
Discovery days, a crucial step in the franchise process, allow prospective or freshly signed franchisees to get an immersive look into the brand.
· 1851 Franchise· April 18, 2023
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Franchise Times — page 12
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)]]
Office Pride Ranked Among Nation’s Best Low-Cost Franchises
Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services is ranked among the nation’s best low-cost franchises by Entrepreneur magazine and Franchise Business Review.
· Franchising.com· April 18, 2023
AlphaGraphics Franchisee Sales Increase 23% in 2022
AlphaGraphics reports a 23% increase in franchisee sales in 2022, adding 12 new locations and 17 new owners.
· Franchising.com· April 5, 2023
Jonathan Weathington
Jonathan Weathington joined Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar as Director of Franchise Development and CEO in 2014.
· 1851 Franchise· March 24, 2023
360° Painting Named on Franchise Dictionary’s 2022 Game Changers List
360° Painting was recognized as one of the Top 100 Game Changers by Franchise Dictionary, a franchise residential and commercial painting brand.
· 1851 Franchise· March 21, 2023
Pizzeria Uno Experiencing Record Growth under Hotel Conversion Initiative
Scooter’s Coffee opens its first location in Stephenville, Texas, with a grand opening event on May 20.
· 1851 Franchise· March 15, 2023
The Joint Corp. Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-end 2022 Financial Results
The Joint Corp. has reported fourth-quarter and year-end 2022 financial results, highlighting strong system-wide comps and leadership among all franchise concepts for performance and profitability.
· Franchising.com· March 10, 2023
PuroClean Launches Company-Wide Employee Appreciation Initiative
PuroClean launched a company-wide employee appreciation initiative to recognize its employees and their tireless efforts to serve their communities.
· Franchising.com· March 6, 2023
The Joint Corp. to Participate in the 35th Annual Roth Conference
The Joint Corp. participates in the 35th Annual Roth Conference, highlighting its retail healthcare business model and convenient, affordable chiropractic care.
· Franchising.com· March 6, 2023
The Joint Corp. to Host Conference Call on Thursday, March 9th to Discuss Fourth Quarter 2022 Results
The Joint Corp. will report its fourth quarter and year end 2022 financial results on Thursday, March 9, 2023, after the market close.
· Franchising.com· February 23, 2023
PuroClean Achieves Unprecedented Franchise Growth, Market Expansion in 2022
PuroClean has achieved unprecedented franchise growth, adding 96 new units in 2022 and increasing systemwide sales figures four times over.
· Franchising.com· February 14, 2023
Happy Joe’s Introduces More Ways to Celebrate with New Party Package Deals
Happy Joe’s introduced new party package deals, offering a free dessert pizza to any guest who buys a party package until March 31, and a chance to win a party for up to 20 guests.
· Franchising.com· February 14, 2023
Slim Chickens enters 2023 with new deals and plans for expansion
The better-chicken brand has more than 300 development deals and more openings across the globe than ever before.
· Global Franchise· February 8, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee Once Again Named One of Nation’s Smartest Growing Franchises
Scooter's Coffee named one of nation's fastest growing franchises for third year.
· Franchising.com· February 7, 2023
The Joint's Annual "Love The Joint" Giveaway Returns to Give the Gift of Free Chiropractic
The Joint Corp. is showing love for its community of patients throughout the month of February with the return of its annual "Love The Joint" campaign.
· Franchising.com· February 2, 2023
Lightbridge Academy® Ranks 192nd on Entrepreneur’s 2023 Franchise 500
Lightbridge Academy ranks 192nd on Entrepreneur's 2023 Franchise 500 list, citing its business model, support infrastructure, and growing demand as key factors.
· 1851 Franchise· February 1, 2023
Footprints Floors Had Massive Year for Revenue Growth and Furthering the Brand’s Reach
Footprints Floors has experienced record-breaking revenue growth and furthered the brand’s reach, with a focus on national growth and new relationships.
· 1851 Franchise· January 31, 2023
The Joint Chiropractic Captures Recognition on the Annual ‘Fast & Serious’ Brand Ranking
The Joint Chiropractic has been recognized as one of the smartest-growing brands by Franchise Times, with a focus on accessible chiropractic care.
· Franchising.com· January 31, 2023
Smoothie King Reports Accelerated Development in 2022 with Over 160 Stores Added to Pipeline
Smoothie King has added over 160 stores to its development pipeline in 2022, with a focus on key target markets and existing franchisees.
· Franchising.com· January 31, 2023
Altitude Trampoline Park Ascends to the Top of the Family Entertainment Segment in 2022
Altitude Trampoline Park signed agreements to bring active family fun to new markets in 2022, opening nine parks and sharing its Jump Life!SM mantra.
· Franchising.com· January 26, 2023
Pizza Factory Celebrates Increased Ranking on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500® List
Pizza Factory has signed 20 franchise agreements to expand into fresh markets and has opened its first location in Georgia, marking a milestone in the brand's growth.
· Franchising.com· January 18, 2023
Happy Joe’s is Poppin’ with a New Jalapeño Popper Pizza
Happy Joe's introduces new jalapeño popper pizza for limited time
· Franchising.com· January 17, 2023
The Joint Corp. Reports 2022 Operating Metrics
Our team continues to excel at improving quality of life through routine and affordable chiropractic care.
· Franchising.com· January 12, 2023
Mexican-Fusion Restaurant Lands on Entrepreneur Franchise 500® List & Franchise Times Fast & Serious
Bubbakoo's Burritos ranked within the top 10 brands on Franchise Times' Smartest Growing Franchises list, recognized for its unit growth and financial strength.
· Franchising.com· January 11, 2023