
Batteries Plus unveils plans for Boston
Batteries Plus announces a multi-year franchise agreement for four new stores in the greater Boston metro market.
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Batteries Plus announces a multi-year franchise agreement for four new stores in the greater Boston metro market.

Even more inspiring, Ace retailers affected directly by the storm rapidly reopened their doors to bring much-needed supplies to their communities.
ST. LOUIS, Oct. 29, 2024 // PRNewswire // -- Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.

Edible continues to expand across the U.S., with Philadelphia emerging as a key market for franchise growth in 2024.
Metal Supermarkets opened a new store in Northeast Philadelphia, offering 8,000 types of metal products, cut to customer specifications.

62% of U.S. consumers plan to celebrate Halloween, with top purchases including candy, decorations, and food.

Edible targets 10 cities for franchise expansion in 2024, including Wilmington, North Carolina, for its NextGen store concept.
Prakrut Bhavsar becomes new owner of Metal Supermarkets Nashville store.
Batteries Plus signs 5-unit franchise deal for West Texas expansion
Batteries Plus franchisee Matt Hartford powers Pensacola hospitals and schools.

Edible franchisee Keith Cotton shares his experience growing his business by adapting to change and embracing new opportunities.

Edible, an e-commerce hub supported by locally owned brick-and-mortar locations, is focused on community-driven franchising through its NextGen store concept.
Discovery Map celebrates 50 years of hand-drawn maps and announces a partnership with Localvore, expanding their offerings to travelers and supporting local businesses.
Bedford, NH – Fully Promoted of Southern NH (FPSNH), is celebrating the New Hampshire business community during the month of October.

A recent consumer research report revealed the importance of customer loyalty and consumers’ thoughts about 200 retailers, restaurants, banks, and other top brands.

Batteries Plus reports strong growth in the third quarter of 2024, signing five new franchise owners and opening 16 new locations across the United States.
Metal Supermarkets Las Vegas welcomes new owners Jim Issertell and Andrea Hellewell

Imbue Capital, a seasoned franchise group led by Milo Leakehe, Jake Brady, and Zachary McKinley, agreed to a 35-unit deal to develop PayMore stores in Georgia, Florida, Alabama, North Carolina, Tennessee and South Carolina.
Pita Pit USA partners with Killer Brownie to offer premium brownies at its locations, adding a sweet treat to its menu.

Edible is a leader in the corporate gifting franchise space, offering a diverse product line and strong leadership.
Scout & Molly's Boutique opens new location in Myrtle Beach

Ace Hardware hosted a two-day online sales event for Ace Rewards members, offering exclusive discounts on popular items, including grills, power tools, and lawn and garden supplies.
PayMore Stores is thrilled to announce a three-unit franchise agreement in Illinois with seasoned entrepreneurs Joe and Christy Rivera.

Mark Mele, chief development officer at Edible Brands, has nearly 40 years of experience in franchising and has developed a strategy to grow franchise brands by focusing on process and building a solid foundation.