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Layne’s Chicken Fingers CEO Garrett Reed discusses scaling the franchise’s growth.

Christina Clarke, CMO of Sport Clips Haircuts, discusses her experience in franchise marketing and her leadership in elevating unit-level economics and brand relevance.

Jack in the Box appoints Katelyn Zborowski as Chief Marketing Officer

Lindsey McFadden, CMO of Stretch Zone, focuses on unit-level economics.

Golden Corral, America’s leading buffet chain, has appointed Trona Balkissoon as chief financial officer, effective today.

Celebree School appoints John Palumbo as VP of Franchise Development.

FSC Franchise Co. is entering a pivotal stretch, not as a startup chasing a trend, but as a restaurant operator scaling a disciplined growth platform around three brands with staying power: Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, The Brass Tap and Newk’s Eatery.

16 Handles hires two VPs after its highest growth year.

Former Life Time executive Jeff Zwiefel, who departed the luxury fitness and wellness operator after more than two decades earlier this year, has been tapped as president and chief operating officer of 10X Health.

Fransmart appoints Sara Schmillen as its new chief marketing officer, bringing over two decades of marketing experience in the restaurant and franchise industries.

D1 Training appoints Devon Arnold as VP of Development and Construction

Kayla Bramlet named Brand President of Frenchies Modern Nail Care

RPM Pizza, LLC, has made a leadership transition with Rogers Mueller succeeding his father Glenn Mueller as chief operating officer.

DALLAS, March 23, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hammer & Nails Texas today announced the appointment of Chad Reid as President and Head of Operations for Muller Texas Franchise Operating Company.

“I’m honored to join Chicken Salad Chick at such an exciting moment in its evolution,” said Jill Thomas, Chief Marketing Officer, Chicken Salad Chick.

Caroline McAleese Riley, CMO of Aroma Joe’s Franchising, LLC, leads marketing with a philosophy rooted in community connection and brand consistency.

Lightbridge Academy hosted its annual conference, A World of Possibilities: Creating Magic Every Day, from March 11 to March 13 in Orlando, Florida.

Mike’s Red Tacos has brought on Patrick Cunningham to the role of Chief Development Officer.

Escarcega has joined the team with extensive experience in related fields.

Felicia Reeves, Chief Marketing Officer of Empower Brands, discussed the importance of systems, support, and structure in franchising, drawing from her experience as a small business owner.

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream has appointed Naveen Dasa as chief financial officer, adding a dynamic and accomplished finance executive to its leadership team as the brand accelerates into its next chapter.

Boardroom Salon appoints Matt Weiss as VP of Franchise Operations

Fully Promoted’s 2026 Summit was intentionally built around execution.

Potbelly signs five-shop deal with CEO Andrew Walker in Phoenix.