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Bliss Bites to open 5 TGI Fridays in New York.

In a session titled “Brand Case Study Featuring Head to Toe Brands: Harnessing the Power of Data for Franchisee Action,” Kristin Kidd, COO of Head to Toe Brands, and Taylor Hulyksmith, vice president of brand strategy an

HubKonnect CEO Michael Koch emphasizes data foundation for AI value.

The 2026 Multi-Unit 50 rankings offer a clear snapshot of where franchisee scale is most concentrated across the industry.

At the center of the experience is Kyuramen Express, KYURAMEN’s fast-casual format.

Bubbakoo's Burritos brings back shredded chicken, introduces new menu item

Denny’s and its franchise owners, restaurant teams, and Guests presented more than $1.24 million to Cookies for Kids’ Cancer during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a 30% increase over the Brand’s inaugural systemwide campaign last year.

Chicken Salad Chick is bringing its made-from-scratch chicken salad and community-first hospitality to guests across the United States.

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Oct. 2, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Domino's Pizza Inc.

Jeff's Bagel Run opens 40th and 41st locations in Georgia and Florida

Cousins Maine Lobster's Dallas truck visits seven New Mexico cities.

New Cicis Rewards members can unlock a $2.99 Adult Buffet, throwing it back to the original buffet price from 1985, by downloading the Cicis app and signing up for Cicis Rewards.

Hosted by The State newspaper, the annual awards recognize businesses, organizations and individuals through public voting.

To celebrate the opening, the Johnstown Can will give away 100 pairs of Smalls Sliders slides, available in various sizes while supplies last.

October 02, 2026 // Franchising.com // HARTLAND, Wis. – Batteries Plus is fully charged heading into the end of 2026.

As part of the one-day event, more than 1 million CR Fitness Holdings members will have access to two complimentary 30-minute personal training sessions, totaling 2 million free sessions across the franchise group.

Gong cha rises to No. 129 on Franchise Times' Top 400 with 8.8% sales growth

The Harpers were drawn to Katy’s sense of community and its growing, diverse neighborhoods — an area they describe as welcoming and full of people who appreciate good food and a warm, local dining room.

Cheston Syma, a former Marine, owns 43 Sport Clips locations and other brands, with $18 million in annual revenue.

BurgerFi is excited to announce the upcoming opening of its newest restaurant in Ypsilanti, Michigan.

Papa Johns to report Q3 2026 results on November 5

The Human Bean opens in Mokena, IL with 28 years experience.

Century 21 expands in New York City area with 50-agent Public Trust Realty Group

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 1, 2026 // PRNewswire // --Something wicked has returned to Cold Stone Creamery®!