Franchising: Page 10

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    NYC-based cookie shop Schmackary’s plots growth beyond Big Apple

    After 10-plus years in business, Schmackary’s will expand into new markets through franchise deals.

    By • July 11, 2023
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    Hawaiian Bros nears 100-unit pipeline with latest franchisee deal

    The 39-unit QSR chain signed agreements with four multi-unit franchisees to help it grow quickly across the Midwest and beyond.

    By • July 6, 2023
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    Jeremiah’s Italian Ice hires CEO, other top executives

    Founder Jeremy Litwack changes roles at the company, paving the way for Michael Keller to become CEO and president.

    By • June 28, 2023
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    Everytable raises $25M to support expansion

    The company will use its latest funding round to grow its stores, which provide affordable meals to underserved communities in California and New York City. 

    By • June 27, 2023
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    Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux appoints CEO

    Chris Dawson, who was previously president at Driven Brands, will support the 78-unit casual chain’s growth as it works toward becoming a 500-unit brand. 

    By • June 21, 2023
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    Burger King wants to force Meridian to sell off its restaurants

    Burger King, like Meridian Restaurant’s creditors, is asking a court to allow creditors to arrange the sale of the franchisee’s restaurants.

    By • Updated Jan. 2, 2024
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    Caribou Coffee wants to become the third-largest US coffee chain

    The brand, which began domestic franchising in 2021, has a pipeline of 300 franchised units that will nearly double its American footprint by 2030.

    By • June 16, 2023
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    Perkins parent hires Smokey Bones CEO as top exec

    Jim O’Reilly joins Ascent Hospitality to help grow Huddle House and Perkins, and to identify additional brands to acquire. 

    By • June 13, 2023
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    Potbelly hires HR, franchising executives

    Lynette McKee will support Potbelly’s transition to a majority franchise system as SVP of franchising, and Patrick Walsh will work as chief people officer. 

    By • June 12, 2023
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    Southpaw acquires 40 Taco bell units in Atlanta

    The franchisee, which operates 180 restaurants, said this transaction will add geographic diversity and grow its Taco Bell network.

    By • June 9, 2023
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    Subway inks 4K-store master franchise deal in China

    The 20-year agreement with Shanghai Fu-Rui-Shi Corporate Development Co. is part of Subway’s push to expand its international presence.

    By • June 7, 2023
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    Fat Brands to issue IPO for Twin Peaks brand

    Going public would allow the sports lodge restaurant, which is set to double its store count in the next few years, to expand further than its 109-unit pipeline. 

    By • June 6, 2023
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    BurgerFi hires Smashburger president as CEO

    Carl Bachmann will join the public company on July 10 in the midst of several initiatives to improve sales and operations. 

    By • May 30, 2023
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    Arko adding Italian restaurant chain to 3 stores as it zeroes in on foodservice

    The c-store operator is adding Villa Italian Kitchen restaurants to locations in Virginia, Indiana and Arizona, with the first one opening today.

    By Jessica Loder • May 30, 2023
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    Honey Baked Ham plans to double its revenue in 6 years

    The company, which hasn’t aggressively franchised in the past, signed the largest development deal in its history as it works to open 60 units in six years.

    By • May 26, 2023
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    Shipley Do-Nuts hires Bonchon CEO as top exec

    Flynn Dekker, who has over 30 years of retail and restaurant experience, will oversee the chain’s rapid growth, including a pipeline of 200-plus units.

    By • May 17, 2023
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    Captain D’s leans into flexible prototypes, pushes toward 1K units

    The 540-unit seafood QSR offers four store models, one of which includes a double drive-thru and another that offers drive-thru and pickup only.

    By • May 12, 2023
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    How Rock N’ Roll Sushi plans to grow from 62 to 250 units in 5 years

    The Asian concept, which originated in the Southeast, is pursuing growth in states like Arizona, Colorado and Nevada.

    By • May 8, 2023
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    Major CKE franchisee goes bankrupt, shutters 39 stores

    Summit Restaurant Holdings, which operates around 106 Hardee’s locations, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Thursday.

    By • May 5, 2023
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    DOL says it discovered 10-year-olds working at Louisville McDonald’s

    “We are seeing an increase in federal child labor violations,” a DOL district director said.

    By Emilie Shumway • May 4, 2023
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    400 Burger Kings may close in US this year

    With traffic still down, Restaurant Brands International expects “more noise” as it moves to concentrate ownership of units among high-level franchisees.

    By • May 2, 2023
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    Sunshine Gasoline Distributors adds combined Quiznos, Taco Del Mar restaurants

    A dual-branded restaurant recently opened at a company store in Florida — the first of at least 13 planned locations for Sunshine.

    By Jessica Loder • May 1, 2023
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    Wendy’s says franchise recruitment initiative is helping it meet D&I goals

    The news comes just two years after Wendy’s announced the hire of its first vice president and chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer.

    By Ryan Golden • April 28, 2023
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    Caribou Coffee is adding 300 domestic franchised units

    Six multi-unit franchisees will open stores in Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Florida as part of the company’s domestic growth efforts.

    By • April 25, 2023
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    Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux and Bar to double store count with 100-unit pipeline

    The full-service concept, which was founded by two college athletes, is aiming to open 20 to 25 units per year.

    By • April 25, 2023