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Build-A-Bear Workshop announced results for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025 ended January 31, 2026.

The Board of Directors of Build-A-Bear Workshop announced that longtime Build-A-Bear President and CEO Sharon Price John intends to retire from her role effective June 11, 2026, the date of…

Batteries Plus ranked on Franchise 500 Hall of Fame list for 32 years.

The Westminster location operates as part of Bambu’s store-within-a-store model, bringing authentic dessert drinks to customers shopping at the Westminster Walmart store.

HARTLAND, Wis., March 5, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Batteries Plus today announced it has been named to the SOCi100 Most Visible Local Enterprise Brands of 2026.

eTail Palm Springs remains one of the more concentrated gatherings of retail operators, growth leaders, and technology companies working inside ecommerce at scale.

HARTLAND, Wis., – Batteries Plus has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers for 2026, ranking on the list of the top 500 midsize companies to work for nationwide.

The Global Franchise Awards celebrate excellence and innovation across international franchising, recognizing brands that demonstrate strong performance, franchisee support, sustainable growth, and industry leadership.

Just Poké earns a place on 1851 Franchise's 2026 Fastest Growing Emerging Franchises list, with a recognition of accelerating rapidly into its next era of expansion.

Pet Evolution has been recognized as a 2026 Fastest Growing Emerging Franchise by 1851 Franchise, with an initial investment range of $142,500 - $896,000.

Build-A-Bear Workshop to report Q4 fiscal 2025 results on March 12, 2026

KIAWAH ISLAND, S.C., Feb. 26, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Monkee's Franchising, LLC is proud to announce the opening of its newest location, Monkee's of Kiawah, owned by Debbie Creasy.

Replay Sports Cards opens first Indiana shop on February 28th

Wireless Zone has once again ranked in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500, the world’s first and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

PickleRage, a pickleball-themed franchise, earned a place on 1851 Franchise’s 2026 Fastest Growing Emerging Franchises list with a recognition for innovation and momentum.

1-800-Textiles has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing emerging franchises in 2026, with a strong demand for its services.

Ace Hardware reports $2.5 billion in Q4 revenue, up 9.9%

After nearly 18 years at American Express, David Stone didn’t get burned out.

Voodoo Brewing Co. has officially earned a place on 1851 Franchise’s 2026 Fastest Growing Emerging Franchises list, highlighting its innovation, momentum, and strong demand.

“Power with Purpose started as an idea to build purpose into what we do,” said Scott Williams, CEO of Batteries Plus.

Escapology ranks in Franchise 500 Top 300 for 2026, recognized for outstanding performance in unit growth, financial strength, and brand power.

Replay Sports Cards announces a partnership with the Davidson Wildcats baseball team, providing fans with free packs of trading cards at select home games.

Build-A-Bear Workshop names James A. Goldman to Board of Directors

The Batavia location operates as part of Bambu’s store-within-a-store model, bringing authentic drinks and a welcoming atmosphere to a compact retail space.