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The International Franchise Association’s President and CEO, Robert Cresanti, resigned after leading the organization since 2014.

Choice Hotels' upscale brands, Ascend Hotel Collection and Cambria Hotels, achieve impressive year-over-year room count growth and outperform local competitors in RevPAR share gains in the third quarter of 2020.

Anita Klopfenstein, Chief Information Officer at Little Caesars, has been named to Industry Era's Top Chief Information Officers of 2020 list.

Tammi Heaton named to Global Power 150 list for sixth year.

Fuzzy's Taco Shop has appointed Jessica Wescott as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer, recognizing her integral role in the brand's success during the pandemic.

Ronald K. Herbert was named Midsize Private Company CFO of the Year by D CEO magazine.

QDOBA has added Michael A. Jackson to its Board of Directors, bringing 30 years of finance experience to support the brand's continued growth.

WellBiz Brands, Inc. appoints Stephanie Hu as the new CEO of the Amazing Lash Studio brand, bringing extensive experience in the health and wellness space.

Dine Brands Global, Inc. has appointed John Peyton as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 4, 2021.

Catherine Monson, CEO of FASTSIGNS International, Inc., will deliver a keynote at the International Franchise Association's Emerging Franchisor Virtual Event.

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Realogy names Susan Yannaccone as president and CEO of Realogy Franchise Group, overseeing the franchise operations of several brands.

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German Doner Kebab appoints Michael Bruno as Franchise Recruitment Director

Eggs Up Grill CEO Ricky Richardson discusses growing a restaurant during the age of COVID-19 on NPR.

Big Blue Swim School leads with expert leadership and support infrastructure.

Intelligent Leadership Executive Coaching brings on a new leadership executive coach, Jeremy Gustafson, to provide services to businesses of all sizes and types.

Jabz appoints Charly Williams as Vice President of Strategy and Growth

Smoothie King’s CMO discusses how Covid-19 has changed the brand’s marketing strategies and plans for 2021.

Chicken Salad Chick appoints new directors of marketing and supply chain, as the brand continues to grow with over 175 locations in 17 states.

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Spray-Net, Inc. hires new Director of Franchise Development, Jennifer Robinson, to prospect for conversion and new development opportunities within U.S. and Canada territories.

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German Doner Kebab appoints Rich Collie as its new head of project management, supporting the brand's ambitious growth strategy in the UK.