
Golden Corral® Franchise Owner Eric Holm Named IFA Franchisee of the Year
Eric Holm, Golden Corral franchise owner and founder of Metro Corral, was recently named a 2026 Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association (IFA).
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Eric Holm, Golden Corral franchise owner and founder of Metro Corral, was recently named a 2026 Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association (IFA).
FullSpeed Automotive has two brands on Franchise Times Top 400.

Bodine Berger joins Broken Yolk Cafe as Director of Franchise Development.
Launch Family Entertainment (Launch) has named John Palumbo Vice President of Franchise Development as the brand strengthens its leadership team and advances its national growth strategy.
“Opening our sixth Grumpy’s Restaurant location in Fleming Island is an incredibly special milestone for me, both personally and professionally,” said Daniel DeLeon, President & CEO of Grumpy’s Restaurant.
This Halloween, there’s no need to choose between candy and frozen custard because Andy’s Frozen Custard is serving up both in one cup.
That momentum is translating into growth across the system. As guest traffic and restaurant performance continue to climb, TMAD is expanding into new markets, opening new restaurants and attracting new franchise operators across the country.
Detroit, MI - Savvy Sliders is giving guests even more reasons to visit with a lineup of value driven offerings designed to fit a variety of appetites, occasions, and budgets.
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 22, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Replay Sports Cards ("Replay") will open its first Nashville-area location and sixth total card shop on Saturday, October 24, bringing its community-focused approach to
Mountain Mike’s Pizza is adding some sweet heat to the menu with its latest creation, Crispy, Curly Hot N’ Swicy pizza.

I see this award as recognition of my whole team, and I’m one face representing the efforts of about 70 people.

Owning and operating a successful business is rarely a straightforward journey, and obstacles are inevitable along the way.
1-800-Flowers.com partners with the TCS New York City Marathon as the exclusive Official Floral Partner, celebrating 50 years of the brand and the marathon.
Pollo Campero appoints Julio Sánchez as CEO of its U.S. business, bringing over 25 years of experience in operations and franchising.
Velox Valuations expands its appraisal services to the Phoenix Metro area with its newest franchise business launch, led by local entrepreneur Katya Borisova.
The Winter Park studio marks ALEXIS LAUREN’s entry into Central Florida, extending a model built at its two corporate locations in Coral Gables and Bay Harbor Islands into new markets for the first time.
New York Butcher Shoppe named 2026 Retail Rising Star by Certified Angus Beef brand.

This spooky season, Smoothie King is giving one of 2026's biggest viral food obsessions a delicious and more nutritious twist with the launch of the Dot Cake Protein Smoothie and Dot Cake Protein Toast.
Domino's partners with Minecraft Dungeons II for game night promotion
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii has selected PAR Technology Corporation's unified suite of products to support its next phase of franchise growth.
“Franchisees choose a platform for the support behind them,” said Justin Ghadery, CEO of EverSmith Brands.
Marking the first retail partnership of its kind for Hard Rock Cafe, the new location combines two globally recognized brands known for creating memorable experiences for guests around the world.
The Kilwins Select model features a smaller footprint, simplified build-out and a curated product assortment.
The agreement, spearheaded by experienced operator and CEO of Built Different Brands Kal Gullapalli, is expected to bring Mike’s Red Tacos’ signature birria and famous red tacos to Florida over the next several years, with the first location planned for 2027.