Finance & M&A — page 67

Private equity (PE) is no longer a peripheral player in franchising; it’s central.

Rich Greenstein is a veteran franchise attorney with decades of experience guiding brands through the legal complexities of franchising at DLA Piper.

Private equity investments can accelerate growth for brands and operators

OneRyan Global LLC acquires Mr Gatti's Pizza South Park Meadows.

Richard Bayer, a franchise lawyer, has found his passion in negotiating and drafting contracts, and has built a successful career in the field.

Franchise attorney Joe Fittante leads Larkin Hoffman, a firm that helps franchisors protect their brands and support long-term growth.

Franchise attorney Joel Buckberg emphasizes the importance of brand culture and training in shaping service and technical execution.

Thryv to release Q3 2025 financial results on October 30

VIP Real Estate was founded in 2010 by Brian Furer, who will serve as Broker Associate and Team Lead while overseeing the integration of the many CENTURY 21 tools and systems.

For many pool owners, winter means closing the backyard until warmer days return.

Marisa Faunce is a top franchise lawyer who has built a career around handling litigation for franchisors and transitioning into franchise regulatory and transactional work at Plave Koch PLC.

HomeTeam Inspection Service offers a scalable business model with low overhead costs and steady demand.

GoodSpark exists to give founders a clear, strategic path into franchising, with two industry veterans leading the company, Charles Internicola and Nick Powills.

SWTHZ franchise costs $631,798 to $1,314,102 with $573,762 average gross sales.

Kitt Shipe, a franchise lawyer, has found her passion in guiding businesses and building lasting friendships with clients through franchising.

Baker McKenzie is a global law firm that provides franchise and brand expansion services, including franchise models, licensing, and joint ventures.

The SBA will halt approval on new loans during the government shutdown, potentially leaving would-be franchisees in the lurch.

Franchisors are increasingly leaving brokers for organic franchise growth, citing issues with the traditional broker model.

The Bay Club has acquired Griffin Club Los Angeles, a racquet, fitness and social institution on the city’s Westside, strengthening its Los Angeles Campus and bringing the company’s portfolio to more than 30 locations with 150,000 members.

Rochelle Spandorf is a veteran franchise attorney with Steinbrecher & Span, advising on disclosure, registration, and regulatory matters for decades.

Happinest Brands offers franchise marketing support that drives revenue through a data-driven marketing engine and in-house partnership model.

Paris Baguette , the global French-inspired bakery café franchise, has built an incredible model surrounding the neighborhood bakery café concept.

Papa Johns is a leading pizza franchise with over 3,000 U.S. restaurants and a presence in over 45 countries, offering various business models for franchisees.

Harris J. Chernow, a veteran franchise attorney, shares insights on franchising.