
Dog Training Elite Taps Veteran, Former Exxon Executive as New CEO
Dog Training Elite taps veteran and former Exxon executive as its new CEO, with a focus on expanding the franchise's presence in the US and internationally.
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Dog Training Elite taps veteran and former Exxon executive as its new CEO, with a focus on expanding the franchise's presence in the US and internationally.

Tint World CEO Charles Bonfiglio shares his journey from franchisee to CEO, highlighting the growth and success of the company.

Dickey's Barbecue Pit wins the Overall Award for Franchise Operations & Technology Leadership for 2023, recognized for building its own USDA-inspected production facility and state-of-the-art manufacturing and distribution plant.
SYNERGY HomeCare of North East Chicago is under new leadership, with husband-and-wife team Raisul and Sarah Chowdhury taking over the company, which provides in-home care for residents of Lincoln Park, Hyde Park, and surrounding areas.
Surcheros Fresh Mex adds top talent to its leadership team, including Jake Philpotts as Vice President of Business Development & Franchise Relations.
FranConnect appoints Austen Asadorian as Chief Revenue Officer, overseeing global go-to-market and revenue organization.
Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux adds two executives to its team, Chris Porcelli as CFO and Jennifer Pecoraro-Striepling as CDO.
Taziki's Mediterranean Café celebrated its staff on National Food Service Workers Day with team-based activities and prizes.
D1 Training appoints Jake Van Der Stad as Director of Pre-Sales.
OneTouchPoint appoints Ian O’Brien as Chief Technology Officer, driving technology and product innovation for the company.
Proforma hires Mike Dobozy as CTO and promotes Brian Carothers to CIO.
Meals of Hope, Inc. has promoted Jack Day to Vice President of Franchise Development, effective October 1, 2023.

Denny's has won the Overall Marketing Leadership Award for its successful campaigns, including the 'Everyday Value Tee' wearable coupon initiative.

Tony Mattiacio is the 2023 Single Brand Leadership MVP, awarded for achieving leadership with a single brand, Ziebart.

Chris Rondeau, who resigned as CEO of Planet Fitness last week in a stunning move, was reportedly “seriously blinded” by the board’s decision to request that he step down.
La Madeleine appoints Mark Ramage as senior director of franchise development, bringing over 20 years of experience in the franchise development industry.

Shirin Kanji is recognized as the 2023 Multi-Brand Leadership MVP for achieving brand leadership with multiple brands.

Louis Welch, co-founder, president and co-CEO of Fitness International, LLC, the parent company of LA Fitness, has died at 71 after a two-year battle with cancer.

Globe Corp CFO Michael Olsen partners with IWG to expand portfolio
Mike Arend joins Cousins Subs as Vice President of Finance with over 15 years of franchise system experience, overseeing Accounting, Finance, and IT departments.
AvenueWest Las Vegas welcomes new leadership with Meghan Vost taking over from Saundra de Montaño, continuing the regional growth of AvenueWest in the Southwest.

Main Squeeze Juice Co., the burgeoning 30-unit juice bar and smoothie franchise that's dominating the health and wellness industry, is thrilled to announce the promotion of Julie Canseco from Chief Operating Officer (COO
Planet Fitness announces a leadership transition with Craig Benson appointed as Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.

Amazon's 14 Leadership Principles are highlighted as a benchmark for customer-centric companies, emphasizing the importance of customer obsession and trust.