
Why Gnocchi on 9th is One to Watch
The New York-based Italian chain has scaled rapidly to eight units in 20 months by focusing on portable, niche pasta options for urban commuters.
Emerging brands across franchise brands: the deals, operators and trade-press stories Burnaze summarizes, each linked to the original.
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The New York-based Italian chain has scaled rapidly to eight units in 20 months by focusing on portable, niche pasta options for urban commuters.

A franchisee of Project LeanNation highlights how the brand's recurring revenue model and lean operations provide the flexibility needed to balance business ownership with motherhood.

Salad chain Bread Zeppelin is pausing its franchise program for two years to focus on company-owned growth and strengthening its business model for future investors.

The pizza concept has signed a franchise development deal for two units in the Atlanta market as it pursues regional expansion.

The Creative Kids Movement Network offers a mobile, 'mom-friendly' franchise model providing wellness and movement classes for children at schools and community centers.
The breakfast concept is leveraging new franchise openings and digital platform enhancements to support its goal of reaching 18 units by year-end.
Delta Crown Hair Extensions signs first franchise agreements with three operators.

Yum Brands is leveraging its in-house insights agency to drive menu innovation through specialty sauces and beverages meant to appeal to consumers seeking personalized sensory choices.
Sandbox VR partners with LOL Entertainment to operate venues in Washington, D.C.
NEW YORK, April 28, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- The Pack today announced it has signed its first franchise territory development agreements representing commitments for 18 units across two high-priority…
NEW YORK, April 28, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Taim Mediterranean Kitchen ("Taim,") has secured its first franchise deal in New York City.

One of the biggest steps a franchise owner can take is going from owning one location to operating multiple units.

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii uses a mix of disciplined operations and high-impact marketing to drive growth and stay true to its brand positioning

Tony Padulo, a franchise development expert, shares insights on the comfort problem in franchise development.

Area 2 Farms is pivoting to a franchise model to expand its vertical farming technology into local communities across the United States.
Project LeanNation is named to Inc.'s list of the fastest-growing private companies in the Northeast, recognizing the brand's growth and impact in the region.

Few franchise categories offer the kind of built-in demand and recurring revenue that men’s grooming does.

Home Halo offers senior care franchise opportunities with a focus on support and scalability.

How do I market a new franchise opportunity? For new brands making their entry to franchise development, that answer starts with visibility, credibility and the right lead channels.
SAN ANTONIO, April 20, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- JunkStart has announced its first franchise location, marking a major milestone in the company's plans for growth.

Multi-unit franchisees share their views on the future of the restaurant industry.
The experience offers guests a safe, interactive environment to break away from everyday stress through curated Rage Room and Splatter Paint sessions.

Burnaze is launching a data-driven initiative to highlight financial performance and technology infrastructure for new franchise opportunities entering the 2026 market.
Bumble Roofing named to Entrepreneur's 2026 top new franchises list