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)]]
Tropical Smoothie Cafe has signed over 200 franchise agreements and opened 124 cafes in 2019, achieving same-store sales growth for the eighth consecutive year.
Checkers & Rally’s opens over 80 new restaurants in 24 months.
Anytime Fitness recognized as one of Franchise Times' top forty Fast & Serious franchise brands, with notable growth and a milestone Antarctica opening.
Unity Rd. is named a 'Top 100 Game Changer' by Franchise Dictionary Magazine for paving the way for franchising in the cannabis industry.
The Joint Corp. achieved 33% system-wide sales growth in 2019 and performed 7.7 million patient visits, up from 6.0 million in 2018.
Bach to Rock Music School opens its third location in Illinois, offering individual lessons and group classes, as well as a recording studio and performances by instructors.
Sky Zone is bouncing into the New Year by donating Sky Zone Memberships to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and Canada (BBBS).
Gloria Jean's Coffees introduces a new winter menu with sweet and salty flavors, available through March 8, 2020, at participating locations.
SpeeDee is recognized on Franchise Times' Top 200+ List for 2019, ranking 350th, and celebrates 40 years in the vehicle care industry.
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa Vice President of Franchise Development Bob McQuillan discusses the brand's growth, citing its unique services and rapidly expanding footprint.
Dickey's Barbecue Pit kicks off 2020 with free delivery and Kids Eat Free every day in January, offering families a budget-friendly meal option.
Grease Monkey is recognized on Franchise Times' Top 200+ List for 2019, ranking 267th, and celebrates its 20th year in the automotive-service industry.
HomeVestors, a 1,100-unit franchise system, asks America to choose the ugliest house of the year.
Cousins Subs was ranked 387th on Franchise Times' Top 200+ list for 2019, recognizing its growth and performance.
City Wide celebrates a year of reaching several growth milestones with seven new locations and a total of 61 locations including its first location in Canada.
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK is recognized on Franchise Times’ Top 200+ list for 2019, ranking #144 among the largest franchise systems in the United States.
Workout Anytime ranks on the Franchise Times' Top 200+ List, expanding its leadership team and celebrating major milestones.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe signs two multi-unit franchise agreements to develop 38 new cafes across the state of Colorado.
Juice It Up! broadens its California footprint, with a focus on handcrafted smoothies and healthy living.
Great Clips is recognized on Franchise Times' Top 200+ List for 2019, ranking 82nd on the list of largest franchise systems in the U.S. based on systemwide sales.
Great Clips franchisee Dan Friend expands the brand's East Coast presence, particularly in the Upstate New York market, with a scalable business model and impressive national footprint.
The Joint Corp. is a key leader in the chiropractic industry, with over 500 locations nationwide and over 6 million patient visits annually.
IFPG members rank in the Franchise Times Top 200+ list for 2019, with a large amount of Franchisor members recognized for their global system-wide sales.
Lawn Doctor is recognized on Franchise Times' Top 200+ List for 2019, ranking 300th spot.