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Focus Brands appoints new brand executives and names Chief People Officer to oversee the strategic direction of its iconic brands.

Nexterus appoints Ryan Polakoff as Chief Operating Officer, overseeing day-to-day operations.

Dickey's Barbecue Pit promoted Carissa De Santis to chief information officer, overseeing the company's technology platforms.

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MOOYAH Franchise Owners have felt support from corporate leadership since the start of the pandemic, ensuring they thrive during economic hardship.

BODYBAR Pilates continues to expand its corporate support with the addition of two new executives to its team.

The pizza business, which is well-suited for pickup and delivery, has flourished during the pandemic.

PDA's Tom Slimak discusses COVID-19's impact on insurance carriers and appraisers.

The Original Hot Dog Factory expands to 15 locations, with 7 in Georgia, after pivoting during the pandemic.

JDog Brands promotes Air Force Veteran Dana Forester to President and COO of JDog Carpet Cleaning amid franchise system growth.

Adam Povlitz, CEO of Anago Cleaning Systems, took over the commercial cleaning franchise from his father when he left the corporate finance world after the 2008 recession.

Zak Omar, CEO of Atomic Wings, grew the brand from two brick-and-mortar stores to 11 stores with 16 contracts signed for new locations.

Church's Chicken appoints Mitch Langston as VP of franchise development

Galen Welsch, Co-Founder and CEO of Jibu, a social franchise, has been recognized for his achievements in bringing affordable drinking water access to East Africa.

Jackie Bondanza, President of Hounds Town USA, helped build a franchise program for the brand and connected with other leaders of other brands, showcasing her expertise in franchising.

City Cave, a Brisbane, Australia-based chain offering floatation therapy, infrared saunas, and massage, is part of the reason why floatation therapy is going mainstream.

“The appointment to chair of the AHLA board is a great honor.

Megan Allen takes over as Market President of FranNet Denver, with experience in finance and corporate development.

Raintree recruits Sundi Ford as new vice president of operations, with experience in the fitness and wellness industry.

Angela Paules, Chief Marketing Officer of Buzz Franchise Brands, supports pool service franchise Pool Scouts and residential cleaning brand Home Clean Heroes.

Carmelo Marsala, founder and president of Spray-Net, shares his story of becoming a franchisor and filling an unmet need in the residential exterior painting industry.

European Wax Center welcomes Jennifer Vanderveldt as its new Chief Financial Officer, leading the accounting and FP&A teams to support the company's growth and initiatives.

Alejandro Souza founded Pixza, a social empowerment platform disguised as a pixzeria, with a mission to serve sustainable inclusion.

Goldfish Swim School wins Franchise Update's 2020 Marketing Leadership Award for its innovation and technology in the pandemic era.