Brad Christian Joins Serve First as Managing Partner to Lead U.S. Expansion
Serve First , the operational excellence platform for customer experience across multi-location service businesses, today announced the expansion of its US operations.
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Serve First , the operational excellence platform for customer experience across multi-location service businesses, today announced the expansion of its US operations.

The Brass Tap has expanded into Massachusetts with its Framingham location, marking its first location in the state.

The Brass Tap expands to Tennessee with 3-unit deal led by Ohm Patel

The Brass Tap, an upscale American tavern franchise, expands with a new location in Tyler, Texas.
Cheba Hut opens in South Scottsdale, Arizona, its 13th location.

Hungry Howie's opened seven restaurants in the third quarter of 2026, expanding its footprint across South Carolina, Indiana, Michigan, Arizona and Texas, the company has announced in a news release.
Cheba Hut opens 13th Phoenix area location in South Scottsdale.
SpringGreen franchise owners expand to five territories with Kansas City move
Urban Bird Hot Chicken expands with new openings and franchise agreements

Tropical Smoothie Cafe, one of the nation’s leading fast-casual restaurant brands, has announced a 40-unit franchise development deal across New York and Connecticut with franchisee Aurify Kingstar, expanding the brand’s…
“We were immediately drawn to Juice It Up! for its strong brand foundation, innovative product offerings and reputation for delivering an exceptional guest experience,” said Toori, Juice It Up!
Part of the United Franchise Group (UFG) family of affiliated brands and consultants, Exit Factor continues to expand domestically and internationally, driving investments in the leadership and resources needed to support its growing franchise network.

Spend a little time with Sherri and Geoff Seiber, and it is easy to see why people feel at home with FranFund.

AtWork, an award-winning staffing franchise with more than three decades of experience connecting businesses with talent, has named Sarah Goehring Vice President of Franchise Development.

Ervexia plans to expand in Texas, opening 60 new locations over the next 10 years, with initial growth slated for seven counties in North Texas.

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s has expanded in St. Petersburg, FL with a new location at 2901 66th St. N., under husband-and-wife franchisees Amit and Jamie Khanna.

Beef 'O' Brady's prepares to open a new location in Ooltewah, Tennessee, led by Taylor Cochran, who also owns the brand's Snow Hill Road location.

The Beef ‘O’ Brady’s franchise team in Chipley, Florida, has earned the Highest Opening Week Sales Award at the 2026 FSC Franchise Conference.

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s is opening a new location in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, led by Mitul Patel and partners.

The boutique fitness operator, which offers private, semi-private and group training, will soon open its third location in New York City

Doug Smith has been appointed vice president of franchise development for PIRTEK USA, a Florida-based provider of mobile and retail hydraulic and industrial hose services.

The award-winning and critically acclaimed Harlem Shake announces a strategic partnership with Franchise India, and advisory support from FranGlobal, the international arm of Franchise India.

Charlotte Cafe opens fourth Manhattan shop at 219 Ninth Avenue.

Technology adoption is a key priority for Ridgeland, Miss.-based Sprint Mart.