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Xponential Fitness appoints Mike Nuzzo as CEO, effective immediately, following Mark King's retirement due to health reasons.

Smashburger promoted Jim Sullivan to CEO, who will spearhead strategy and oversee all operations of the business, including franchising and non-traditional unit expansion.

Re-Bath appoints Kurt Ullman as its new vice president of franchise development, with a focus on accelerating domestic and international expansion, and driving international franchise expansion efforts, with a focus on delivering high-quality bathroom remodeling services to its customers.

Noodles & Company named Joseph Christina as President and Chief Operating Officer, succeeding Drew Madsen who stepped down due to medical reasons.

Subway names Jonathan Fitzpatrick as its new CEO, effective July 28, with a focus on driving growth and innovation.

Nextaff, a staffing solutions franchise, has appointed John-Reed McDonald as its new vice president of franchise development.

Chris Turner has been named as the next CEO of Yum! Brands, effective October 1, succeeding current CEO David Gibbs, and will lead the company’s finance, corporate strategy, supply chain, franchise standards, and support functions.

Smoothie King has named Gavin Felder as its new president, with added responsibilities and a focus on driving financial discipline and strategic growth initiatives.

K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel appoints Scott Schubiger as chief growth officer to lead strategic growth across the US and globally.

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes appoints Michael Meche as its new president, responsible for leading the company's next stage of growth and franchise success.

Layne's Chicken Fingers appoints Natalie Hurley as VP of Marketing.

In his new role, Shotter will oversee all aspects of restaurant operations across corporate and franchised locations, advancing the systems and strategies that fuel the brand’s expansion.

Since joining the brand in January 2024, McManemin has been instrumental in redefining and elevating HTeaO’s marketing engine, laying the foundation for the brand’s next phase of expansion.

Jersey Mike's Subs, a leading franchisor of fast-casual sandwich shops, today announced the appointment of Michele Allen as Chief Financial Officer, effective December 1, 2025.

Following a period of significant systemwide growth and continued investment in operational excellence, Re-Bath , one of America’s largest bathroom remodeling franchises, has named Jack Jones as Chief Financial Officer.

Grasons today announced the appointment of Brandon Ciaccio as Brand President.

Radiance Holdings appointed Keith Sizemore as its new chief development officer, overseeing franchise development for Sola Salons and Woodhouse Spas.

President Donald Trump took the stage Monday at the McDonald’s Impact Summit in Washington, D.C., emphasizing the critical role of the franchise business model and the need for a commonsense federal joint employer standard.

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Nov. 25, 2025 // PRNewswire // -- Chipotle Mexican Grill today announced a new addition to its board of directors, Josh Weinstein, effective immediately.

Jersey Mike's Subs has appointed Andrew Skehan as president of international, tasked with expanding the sub franchise's global expansion efforts.

FSC Franchise Co. named John Massari as its new Chief Financial Officer, bringing nearly three decades of experience in the franchise industry.

The Coalition to Save Local Businesses (CSLB), a group of local small business owners, franchise brands, and industry associations, welcomed President Donald Trump highlighting the importance of a clear, consistent joint

Jiffy Lube International names Mauricio Quezada as new president and CEO, bringing over two decades of automotive OEM and aftermarket experience.

Marco's Pizza has named Brad Smith as its new vice president of franchise growth, bringing more than 29 years of franchise development and operations experience.