
What Franchisors Need to Get Right Before Expanding Internationally
International expansion is a milestone. It’s proof that a franchise system has “made it” at home, and there’s enough demand for your brand to start growing beyond its borders.
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International expansion is a milestone. It’s proof that a franchise system has “made it” at home, and there’s enough demand for your brand to start growing beyond its borders.

Each month, we bring you a roundup of international franchise news.
Forty-year real estate veteran Kris Lilly expands Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate in West Virginia.
Angela Karum acquired the Volusia, Florida, location through a territory transfer.
Brandon McCubbin was awarded two territories in Sonoma and Marin County, California.
RNR Tire Express (RNR) celebrated 25 years as a brand with its biggest giveaway to date.
Sir Grout awards new territories in Texas, Florida and Utah.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation reported fourth quarter and full year 2025 results, with comparable system-wide hotels RevPAR growth of 4.0% in the fourth quarter and 2.9% for the full year of 2025.
PayMore has signed a new multi-unit agreement with Charles Meyer and Amanda Robert, seasoned technology professionals with decades of experience at Apple and Avid Technology.
Pet Butler expands in St. Petersburg, FL with franchise resale.
DALLAS, TX. Poolwerx, a franchise pool service brand, has a service operation in Alpharetta, Marietta, and Sandy Springs, Georgia.

Golden Corral is welcoming its All-You-Can-Eat Butterfly Shrimp & Steak back to its lineup, giving guests a hearty, premium meal at an unbeatable price during the Lenten season and beyond.

Aroma Joe's, a leading handcrafted beverage franchise, is excited to announce that its AJ’s Cares Foundation has been officially approved as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Krystal introduces Crispy Fish Slider and Krush’d Sodas for spring.

Aroma Joe’s, one of the nation’s leading handcrafted beverage franchises, is proud to announce the opening of its newest location at 4320 Del Prado Blvd.

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We’ve selected highlights from Bill Edwards’ biweekly Global Business Newsletter (#152, February 3, 2026).
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Replay Sports Cards announces a partnership with the Davidson Wildcats baseball team, providing fans with free packs of trading cards at select home games.
“Our mission has always been to develop the complete athlete,” said Will Bartholomew, Founder and CEO of D1 Training.

Freddy's appoints Todd Paladini as its first Chief Information Officer.
Starbird today announced the appointment of Greg Levin as Chief Executive Officer and Board Member, effective immediately.
Mike Weisel has been named President/CEO of Value Drycleaners of America, LLC, overseeing its operations as well as those of ZIPS Franchising LLC and Gemini Cleaners LLC.