Emerging brands — page 12

TruBlue positions itself as a top emerging and niche franchise opportunity in the U.S. senior industry, focusing on non-clinical, home-based services.

TourScale acquires Pedal Pub, a 19-year-old experiential tourism brand, expanding its platform franchisor services.

There is a version of the Asia franchise story that tells itself easily.

Canopy Lawn Care has been named to Entrepreneur’s 2026 Top New and Emerging Franchises list.

Urban Bird Hot Chicken franchise opportunity backed by founders' experience

Metal Supermarkets doubles its scholarship funding to $20,000 for its fifth-annual Trade School Scholarship program, supporting eight students pursuing careers in the skilled trades.

Cruise Planners hosts a River Cruise Academy during the ASTA River Cruise Expo, providing education and cultural immersion for its travel advisors.

Red Light Method expands to meet demand in the $2 trillion-dollar American wellness industry, opening four new studios in Q1 2026 and projecting to grow to 25 locations.

The Brass Tap offers a franchise opportunity for community-first operators with 3,000 to 3,200 square feet locations.

Franchisors often assume fast expansion signals success, but this approach can weaken the foundation needed to scale.

Expert tips for franchisees on selecting the right location for their business, including analyzing market potential and population trends.

For many franchise owners, financing their first restaurant becomes one of the largest investments they will ever make.

High-growth franchise categories tend to understand consumers and meet their needs.

Franchise FastLane acquired consulting firm Franchise Creator, aiming to create a one-stop shop for all things franchising.

Prospective franchisees should research franchise complaints to make informed decisions, validating information through direct research and personal connections with franchise owners.

iSmash debuts in Stuart with 8,000 square feet of entertainment space.

Crystal ‘Nova’ Bedassie is an entrepreneur and digital creator who has built a personal brand centered on empowerment, creativity, and entrepreneurship.

Taking the step into international franchising is a serious inflection point for any emerging brand.

A guide for franchisees to assess whether a franchise is saturated in the market.

NEIGHBORHOOD barre , the boutique fitness franchise with nearly 30 units that is a results-driven barre workout focused on intentional movement and building long, lean muscle in a “come as…

SwishBox, a mobile basketball arcade, opened its first location in Jacksonville, FL, offering a unique entertainment experience for families and sports enthusiasts.

Prospective franchise owners should prepare for Discovery Day by understanding the brand, assessing their 'why,' and arriving ready for an honest, proactive conversation.

Franchise discovery day is a structured event for prospective franchisees to meet franchisors and ask questions before making a financial investment.

FRESNO, Calif., March 2, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Sandbox VR today announced the opening of its first Fresno, CA location in the Fashion Fair shopping mall.