
A Franchisee's Advice on Private Equity: Choose the Partner, Not Just the Capital
For multi-unit operators looking to scale, working with private equity is an attractive path.
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For multi-unit operators looking to scale, working with private equity is an attractive path.

The Huffman Family Foundation commits $2 million+ to philanthropic efforts across Maryland, supporting education, community partnerships, and access to opportunity.
To create a professional painting business for everyone, Fresh Coat built a low-cost, high-margin business model that educates franchisees on how to find and unite all painters, hire them as employees and provide custome
BODYBAR Pilates, the high energy, reformer-based Pilates studio, today announced it will open its first studio in The Granite State, located at 71 Portsmouth Avenue in Exeter.

Kerri and Mark Brandon, owners of the Minuteman Press franchise in Abbotsford, British Columbia, have achieved the President's Club through their strong leadership, marketing, and service.
Gold Star Chili expands partnership with PAR Technology to unified platform.
SAN DIEGO, July 8, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- QDOBA Mexican Eats has signed two new development agreements to open 50 new restaurants in Atlanta and Nashville.
Cruise Planners partners with Women On Course for 60,000 members.

American Family Care, the nation's leading urgent care provider with more than 400 walk-in clinics across the United States, has been named to TIME's list of America's Best Private Companies 2026.
Arthur Murray Dance Studios opens 26 studios in 2026's first half.
Your Pie fuels growth with new menu items and tech upgrades.
The 2026 Instructors Conference will be held at the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre.
July 08, 2026 // Franchising.com // FORT WORTH, TX – HTeaO is giving guests a new way to take their tea to go with the launch of Mini Sippers, available in stores beginning July 9.
Mountain Mike’s Pizza is now open in El Dorado Hills, California.
Building on the Brand’s continued growth across the country, we’re excited to introduce SUPER CHIX to the Raleigh market with our newest location in Morrisville.
Native Grill & Wings offers a Triple Play promotion for the summer.

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Taylor Thomas, a seasoned veteran in the Texas fast-food scene, has opened his fourth Lanyne's Chicken Fingers location.

Slim Chickens appoints Maureen DiStefano as Director of Franchise Development, helping the brand expand across the US with over 20 years of experience.
Success Property Brokers, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, announced that it has been acquired by Preston Porter, broker/owner of Porter Realty ERA Powered, based in Alamosa, Colorado.

Big Blue Swim School has announced the grand opening of its new location in Wayne on July 6.
HTeaO opens new store in Katy, TX on July 11, 2026

Another Broken Egg Cafe, the daytime dining brand known for its bold Southern flavors, brunch experience and “craveable” dishes, today announced the launch of a new royalty relief incentive program…