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Franchise growth is still moving. The International Franchise Association's "2026 Franchising Economic Outlook" projects franchise output to rise from $907.3 billion to $921.
Addus CEO Dirk Allison confirms the company will remain focused on M&A and organic growth in its clinical segment despite federal moratoriums on new home health enrollments.
The company named new executives spanning departments, including operations and finance, a few months after it appointed David McKillips as CEO.
Batteries Plus promotes Scott Buchalter to Senior Director of Franchise Relations and Administration and appoints Rick Schanz as Franchise Development Manager of Resales/Conversions.
Newly appointed CFO Alex Chu is prioritizing unit-level economics, cost reduction, and disciplined growth to improve the financial health of the sandwich franchise's operators.
Veteran healthcare executive Dale Clift has been named CEO of the home-based care company following its acquisition by Kinderhook Industries.
The youth sports franchisor has appointed former Neighborly executive Ron Shimek to lead strategic direction and scale operations across its growing system.
The franchisor of Club Pilates and Pure Barre has named former McAlister’s Deli executive Danielle Porto Parra as its new president to oversee brand operations and growth.
Design agency 3Owl appoints former ezCater executive Shawn Jones to lead its design practice, focusing on digital platform solutions for restaurant operators and multi-unit brands.
Trump buys $1 million to $5 million of Kura Sushi stock.
Slim Chickens' CMO Patrick Noone drives growth with data and guest connection.
For Alex Fonseca , owner of Fresh Coat Painters of Muskegon, building a high-performing team has been crucial to business growth.
This week’s episode of the Restaurant Business podcast The Week in Restaurants looks at the fast-food chain’s latest CEO change.
The real estate firm's new retail leasing leadership will focus on advisory services for emerging brands and major US market expansions.
Interim CEO Mark King identifies operational execution and brand standards as the primary hurdles for the burger chain's ongoing turnaround strategy.
Jack in the Box appoints Mark King as Interim CEO
CEO Shanna Missett Nelson discusses leadidng the 2,100-unit dance-fitness brand through post-pandemic adaptations and efforts to reach younger consumers.
The former Taco Bell and Xponential Fitness CEO steps in to lead the burger chain following the departure of Lance Tucker.
The premium coffeehouse operator has appointed four new executives across supply chain, marketing, real estate, and technology to support its long-term strategic growth plan.
Mark King succeeds Lance Tucker as Jack in the Box CEO
Cofounders Jason McGowan and Sawyer Hemsley will exit day-to-day operations of the cookie giant but remain on the board as the brand seeks new executive leadership.
Lazy Dog Restaurants is a trendsetter in the casual-dining sector, but founder and CEO Chris Simms is always paying careful attention to what his guests are seeking.
Newk's Eatery CEO Frank Paci discusses building a franchise leadership team
PrimoHoagies is highlighting the early impact of Chief Financial Officer Alex Chu, who joined the brand’s leadership team in October 2025.