Franchisors — page 3

Empower Brands named a 2026 Top Workplace in Atlanta by Axios.

Valenta franchise uses AI automation and analytics to solve business problems.

Another Nine marks first year of franchising with rapid growth

As the one-time fry cook was building a multi-unit franchising empire, Tony Lutfi imagined a future in which his three sons would one day carry on his legacy.

Franchisors must respect local norms to succeed internationally, with cultural failures potentially costing millions.

Franchise Dictionary Magazine is seeking nominations for its annual feature honoring 50 influential female franchisors who are driving innovation and growth in the industry.

Performance issues are inevitable in a franchise system. The real question is whether the franchisor has a process that gives struggling owners a fair chance to improve without letting the problem drag on indefinitely.

Unleashed Brands reports that multi-unit, multi-brand operators now represent the fastest-growing segment of its youth enrichment franchise portfolio.

We've always been drawn to work where we can help someone solve a problem, not just sell them something.

Just Between Friends Franchise Systems CEO Tracy Panase discusses compliance systems

Franchisors set ad fund rules early for clarity and growth.

Dora Furman advises franchise brands on pricing strategy across systems.

Franchise development operates in a competitive environment, with executives constantly seeking to identify and bring in qualified candidates for their brand.

BNI expands into 15 new markets and 2 new countries

Scott Brings More than Three Decades of Franchise Experience to the Position Alliance Franchise Brands, a franchisor of marketing, print, signage and graphics communications concep

Franchisors risk legal issues with improper earnings claims and Item 19 FDD disclosures.

Franchise Update Media released its 2026 Annual Franchise Development Report.

This list highlights five non-traditional, mobile-based franchise systems that offer low-overhead opportunities for multi-unit growth without the constraints of a brick-and-mortar lease.

Most first-time franchise owners spend months researching brands, talking to existing franchisees, and analyzing available territories.

Franchisees often need brokers to sell businesses for higher prices

Making the transition from a multi-unit to a multi-brand portfolio requires a fundamental shift in how franchisees think about their business.

Restaurant franchisees made big deals in H1, including Red Robin's $96 million sale.

The indoor slide and action park franchise has appointed Josh Cole as chief marketing officer to lead brand scaling and franchise growth.

The Restaurant Academy pilot program offers free leadership training and James Beard Award-winner coaching to independent operators with one to five units.