
The Power of Presence: Conferences Offer Face-to-Face Time
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Thryv announces Grow 2025, a flagship small business conference featuring Barbara Corcoran and David Heath, to take place October 16-17 in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Smalls Sliders expands to Ohio, West Virginia, and Kentucky with 3 units.
Each year, Renewal & Remembrance brings together members of the green industry to give back to the families and legacies of fallen service members through landscape improvement projects across hallowed national landmarks.
Hicksville, NY – PayMore has been named a Gold Stevie® Award winner in the 2025 Stevie Awards for Technology Excellence, taking top honors in the Company of the Year – Green and Clean Technology category.
Located at 3255 Solomons Island Road within the Marketplace at South River Colony, the new Dill Dinkers club is just steps away from South River, surrounded by a plethora of restaurants and residential neighborhoods.
Co-founded by Michael Ramsey and Mark Armstrong, the unique fitness format challenges traditional Pilates by offering members a cardio and strength-infused full-body workout using the globally exclusive Rowformer and Bikeformer…

Celebree School, a leader in early childhood education, will open its newest school in Plano in early September.
“I was exploring hot chicken concepts when I came across The Red Chickz, and it immediately stood out,” said Yama.

Sonny's BBQ has added Matt Zeiger to its team as Chief Financial & Development Officer, where he will oversee finance and development, bringing his strategic vision and deep expertise to support Sonny's growth plan.
Dickey's Barbecue Pit offers a Kids Eat Free Weekend promotion
Vitality Bowls announced the debut of its newest café in Lincoln on August 22.
Dunkin' partners with Kahlúa to introduce a new cream liqueur

California entrepreneur and local business owner, Andy Tai, of PuroClean of Rowland Heights, has been awarded the highly coveted Rookie of the Year Award at the Annual PuroClean International Convention,…

Donatos Pizza grows presence in DMV and Atlanta metro areas
Following the recent announcement of a multi-unit agreement in Tennessee, Doner Shack is thrilled to announce that Mississippi has now been officially signed by the same area developer.

Puerto Rico presents a compelling opportunity for U.S. franchise brands looking to grow beyond the mainland.

International expansion is one of the most strategic growth levers a franchise brand can pull, but only if it’s done with the right foundation in place.
Tierra Encantada is proud to announce the signing of new franchisees Evan McGrath and Katelyn Stoffregen, who will bring the company to Indianapolis, Indiana.
Charlotte, NC —On July 27, Abra Minot proudly hosted A Walk for a Cause at their shop location in partnership with Easter Seals Goodwill ND, Inc.
This newest Pizza Guys restaurant features a dine-in space, offering guests a comfortable, welcoming place to enjoy handcrafted pizzas and more.
North America comparable sales increased 1% from a year ago as Domestic Company-owned restaurants were flat and North America franchised restaurants were up 1%.
Assisted Living Locators today announced the opening of its San Antonio North office.
FRANKLIN, Mass., Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Seniors Helping Seniors® in-home care services has opened a new location to serve the Franklin-Brockton communities.