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Driven Brands collision companies launched the third annual Shine Season summer fundraising initiative to support cystic fibrosis research and advocacy.

BoeFly unveils inaugural Franchise Growth Confidence Index, showing an overwhelming majority of franchisors remain confident in achieving domestic growth goals.

Threshold Brands has acquired Mold Medics, an indoor air quality franchise, to enhance its capabilities and expand its franchise operations.

Potbelly Corporation will participate in the William Blair’s 43rd Annual Growth Stock Conference, presenting its growth strategy and hosting one-on-one meetings.

Papa Murphy’s is a take-and-bake pizza franchise that serves up made-to-order, high-quality pizzas at an affordable price.

Block Advisors data reveals small business owners are highly confident and diverse, with clear motivations for pursuing their business ventures.

H&R Block is recognized as a Forbes Best Employer for New Graduates, its fifth time on the list for diversity, wages, and more.

American Dairy Queen Corporation hires two executives to increase its global footprint, expanding its international business team and brand awareness.

Pizzeria Uno has entered the hospitality sector, offering hotel operators the opportunity to incorporate a full-service restaurant within their establishments.

When Minuteman Press opened their doors fifty years ago, they had great belief in their mission, but knew it would be daunting: to shake up the stagnant printing industry and make it accessible to businesses of all sizes.

The Entrepreneur's Source provides career ownership coaching and advisory services through its franchise model, aiming to capture 33% of the billion-dollar coaching/advisory market.

Ted Kelleher joins ApplePie Capital as Head of Capital Markets, bringing experience in Capital Markets and Client Development.

Junk King named top recession-proof brand by Franchise Business Review

Domino’s Pizza plans to open 420 new stores in China, with 180 stores opening this year and 240 more in 2024.

The Grounds Guys has 180+ locations with $82,820-$202,470 startup costs.

H&R Block is named a Champion of Business by the Kansas City Business Journal, recognized for financial performance, innovation, and community involvement.

Franchises and commercial property owners both small and large are feeling the effects of increasing insurance rates across their markets.

Salons by JC was started by Jack Griffey and Cecil Miller in Dallas, Texas in 1998.

i9 Sports, a youth sports franchise, has over 160 locations operating nationwide, offering youth sports leagues, camps, and clinics for boys and girls ages 3 to 14.

Property Management Inc. (PMI) helped franchisee Kodi Maxey scale his business through franchising, providing tools and resources for growth.

Greg Flynn is the founder and CEO of the largest franchise operator in the world, Flynn Restaurant Group, which owns and operates approximately 800 Applebee's, Panera Bread, and Chipotle locations.

FAT Brands strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Jenn Johnston as Chief Marketing Officer and two new brand presidents.

Concrete Craft has over 70 locations in the United States, with franchisees from various backgrounds, including automotive industries and commercial pilots.

Ace Hardware reports its first quarter 2023 results, including a decrease in revenue and net income.