Development & multi-unit across franchise brands: the deals, operators and trade-press stories Burnaze summarizes, each linked to the original.
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The first Florida location will be locally owned and operated by Ravin and Heali Mehta, a husband-and-wife team originally from the Northeast with a strong background in fast casual franchising.
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers opens first military base location
The franchise location opened on April 13th, and is owned and operated by Randal Haas.
The 2026 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference, the premier global gathering for multi-unit franchise operators, returned to Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, March 24–27.
Jack in the Box asks court to keep 38 locations open amid franchisee dispute
PIRTEK USA reaches a location milestone in Q1 with over 200 U.S. locations, fueled by expansion moves.
Boston, MA — Gong cha has signed a three-unit development agreement in Southern California with experienced franchise operators Gagan and Aman Batta, further expanding its U.S.
Tommy's Express® Car Wash at 2101 N. Gary Ave. is celebrating its grand opening Friday, Apr.
The brand emphasizes performing arts integrated into its curriculum, helping children develop confidence, creativity and lifelong skills.
“Joining The Joint at this stage of growth is an exciting opportunity," Reap said.
During the opening period, the Dublin location will offer in-restaurant dining, take-out, third-party delivery, and catering options.
In Q1 2026, the brand executed licenses in Portland, OR and in Indiana (La Porte and Valparaiso).
In a funding landscape that can’t get enough of Pilates , Yoga Joint, a Florida-founded infrared fitness franchise, just made a case for a concept that doesn’t require a reformer.
Premium Service Brands ranked top in Inc. Regionals: Mid-Atlantic list.
The expansion is led by franchise owners Kevin and Kristi Muhammad, who operate Velox Valuations in Houston and will now also lead the charge on the company’s appraisal service offerings across Travis, Williamson and Hays counties.
Darin and Lyndsey Melvin are expanding their Chicken Salad Chick portfolio with a new build in Lake City, Florida, marking a milestone in their growth strategy.
Kim Moreno has been promoted to senior director of franchise development at Franchise FastLane, a turn-key franchise sales organization.
HOUSTON, April 10, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Kwench Juice Cafe is headed to Texas, with a current location situated in Mansfield, TX.
To celebrate, the first 50 dine-in guests will receive free Layne’s for a year, giving early visitors a very delicious reason to line up.
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., April 10, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Kwench Juice Franchising founder, Chris Gregoris is excited to announce the grand opening of the first Kwench Juice Café…
PLANO, Texas, April 13, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Pickleman's Gourmet Café has opened a new location.
The fast-casual concept, which originated in Los Angeles, is bringing its Nashville-style hot chicken to a diverse set of markets nationwide, including Fairlawn, Ohio; Oneonta, New York; Edina, Minnesota; Gastonia, North
Flynn Group tops 2026 Mega 99 list with 2,748 units.
Strategic Franchising Systems helps franchisees exit strong with 22 resales last year