
Multi-Unit Reality Check: Expansion Decisions Carry Real Consequences
Transitioning from single-unit to multi-unit franchise ownership is one of the most consequential decisions a franchisee can make.
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Transitioning from single-unit to multi-unit franchise ownership is one of the most consequential decisions a franchisee can make.
Bonchon has been acquired by Minor Food and Serruya Private Equity, enhancing the brand's global reach and operations.
Replay Sports Cards expands live-commerce presence on StockX Live, introducing Pokémon auctions alongside traditional sports card offerings.
is excited to announce the launch of two returning fan favorite items; the Pumpkin Spice Smoothie and Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Bowl.
Open to eligible participants in the U.S. and Canada, the Instagram giveaway runs through August 31st.
Go Mini's is reporting steady franchise development momentum through the first half of 2026, highlighted by five new franchise agreements, five new location openings, and continued expansion into new markets across the country.

Tommy's Express opens new car wash location in Lake Elsinore
The finalists are in! After reviewing hundreds of creative submissions from kolache lovers across the country, Kolache Factory, a bakery-café, has narrowed its annual Create a Kolache Contest to the finalists in the ranking.
Hot Head Burritos opens in Chicopee, Massachusetts on August 13.
HTeaO opens new store in Fort Smith on August 22, 2026
Build-A-Bear Workshop to report Q2 fiscal 2026 results on August 27.

Huey Magoo's awards 60 new restaurant franchises to eight groups
Minnie Bird adds Don Crocker as advisor, signs three-unit deal.

Penn Station Sandwiches brings back Who Dey Tuesday for third season.
WEST PALM BEACH, FL, August 11, 2026 / 24-7PressRelease / -- Graze Craze announced today its performance for the first half of 2026, including a 65% increase in same-store sales…
The Flying Biscuit Café signs two-unit franchise agreement for Texas.

The grand opening event will feature a check presentation and ribbon-cutting ceremony with representatives from the Letters of Light Foundation, the Can’s Smalls Town Hero.
GEORGETOWN, Texas, Aug. 14, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Paris Baguette and franchise owners Saige & David Lee are proud to announce the opening of the newest bakery café at 1314 W.
The Brothers That Just Do Gutters opens in Apex, North Carolina.
Hot Dog on a Stick offers 80-cent lemonade for National Lemonade Day.

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If you’re a multi-unit operator or franchisee considering selling your business, one of the first decisions is whether to hire an investment banker or run the process yourself.
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes recently signed a master franchise license agreement with Great USA Foods LLC- led by partners Nizar Shalwani and Roma Subazali- to expand its footprint in the United Arab Emirates.
Del Taco debuts the All-American Burgertaco for a limited time.