Finance & M&A across franchise brands: the deals, operators and trade-press stories Burnaze summarizes, each linked to the original.
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Franchisors can create meaningful value and accelerate growth by aligning incentives with business goals and timing them strategically within the sales process.
Franchisors can attract the right franchisees by defining what makes an ideal candidate and sticking to it, according to Jessica Wescott of Stellar Service Brands.
Kingswood and PIP acquire The Vitamin Shoppe for new growth.
Roberto Ortega never set out to become a franchisor. He and his wife simply wanted to open schools that made a real difference in children’s lives.
Infrared light and wellness company Sunlighten has acquired key assets from made-in-America cold therapy brand Ice Barrel Inc., establishing a new subsidiary, Ice Barrel, LLC.
iFIT is making a move into connected Pilates with the acquisition of Reform RX, a high-end reformer brand known for its commercial and at-home equipment modeled after a Formula 1 race car.
Proforma CEO Vera Muzzillo was named the 2025 PPAI Woman of Achievement award recipient.
Clarksville, TN – Pet Butler is proud to announce that Rob Moore, the franchise owner of Pet Butler in Clarksville, Tennessee, has successfully completed the acquisition of Parapoopers Scoopers.
Consumer confidence decreased in April, with 33% of consumers thinking it's very or somewhat difficult to find employment in the current job market.
Flavin Realty was founded in 1976 by Bill Flavin in Lake Charles, La.
Minuteman Press merges with Minute Print, operating as Minuteman Press.
A report reveals that 1 in 5 small businesses may not survive 2025 due to rising anxiety and uncertainty.
United Water Restoration Group (UWRG) franchisees offer emergency restoration services, providing a recession-resistant path to long-term success.
A well-crafted Item 19 in the Franchise Disclosure Document should paint a clear picture of the economic potential of the franchise.
Understanding the true value of each franchisee relationship is essential for building sustainable growth in the franchising industry.
TSG Consumer Partners acquires EoS Fitness, a 175-location gym chain.
Sunny Health & Fitness has acquired U.K.-based JLL Fitness, expanding the company’s global footprint as the two brands prepare to roll out a broader range of smart, connected fitness equipment.
CENTURY 21 Solid Gold Realty merges with Gloria Zastko, Realtors.
DoorDash acquires Deliveroo for $3.9 billion and SevenRooms for $1.2 billion, signaling a growing investment in services affecting franchised restaurants and hospitality brands.
For five decades, Melting Pot , the iconic fondue franchise, has been a premier destination for celebration and connection, uniting guests around memorable dining experiences and genuine conversation.
North America comparable sales were down 3% from a year ago as Domestic Company-owned restaurants were down 5% and North America franchised restaurants were down 2%.
Franchise brands must clearly articulate their investment's value compared to others in the industry to stand out to prospective owners.
When it comes to managing the unique financial complexities of franchising — from multiple locations and royalty fees to marketing fund contributions and compliance reporting — traditional bookkeeping just doesn’t cut it.
Filta's recurring revenue model drives franchisee success with 98% client retention rates