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Our sales trends and recurring revenue portfolio performance remains stronger than we expected at the beginning of the pandemic.
A videographic from V1 Analytics charts the rise and fall of Blockbuster, demonstrating that size does not always correlate with long-term viability.
uBreakiFix opens new Amherst location, expanding its presence in the Buffalo area during the pandemic.
Unity Rd. and Cannabis Take Spotlight in Global Franchise Magazine's Latest Issue, discussing the cannabis retail space and franchise model.
Wild Birds Unlimited is a birding retail franchise with over 300 locations in the US and Canada, offering a unique business model that focuses on providing support to franchise store owners.
Rouses Markets commemorated its 60th anniversary with a new coffee blend in partnership with PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans, featuring a rich flavor with a nut-like finish.
Effective immediately, dining rooms and restrooms at all corporate-owned Kolache Factory restaurants will be closed.
Rent-A-Center, Inc. partnered with ChargeAfter to provide consumer point-of-sale financing options for its Preferred Lease retail partners.
GNC accelerates store optimization and growth strategies, continuing to serve customers through its retail stores and website.
German Doner Kebab sought a Head of Project Management to oversee its UK restaurant expansion plans, with a development pipeline of 350 franchise units over seven years.
uBreakiFix Repairs Anything with a Power Button at New Shop on University Avenue
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Wild Birds Unlimited's CDO, Paul Pickett, discusses the impact of COVID-19 on the brand's franchise system and development program.
1-800-Flowers.com, Inc. raises its fiscal 2020 full-year guidance due to strong e-commerce demand and increased consumer spending.
A father-and-son team brought the Batteries Plus franchise to Rocky Mount, with plans to open a second location within the next year.
uBreakiFix, a tech repair franchise, has opened its first Philadelphia location, offering repairs on smartphones, tablets, and computers.
GNC Holdings, Inc. has reached an agreement with lenders to extend its debt maturity dates.
Edible expands its operations leadership team with Scott Wakeman as executive vice president of operations and Kelly Turner as director of operations international.
Franny's Farmacy, a seed-to-shelf hemp and CBD company, is hosting a grand opening event in Westport, Connecticut, featuring hemp-derived products and a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Batteries Plus Bulbs offers precautions for Oregonians to stay powered up during the prolonged wildfire season, including being prepared to evacuate homes at a moment’s notice.
Aaron's and Rooms To Go have partnered to donate personal protective equipment to support COVID-19 relief efforts.
Office Evolution opened its 15th Colorado location, a flexible workspace in Northglenn serving small to medium-sized businesses and independent contractors.
Batteries Plus Bulbs offers precautions for Californians to stay powered up during the prolonged wildfire season.
Batteries Plus targets Pittsburgh for expansion, with 18 active stores in the state and a plan to grow its presence in the market.