Franchising News & Media

Restaurant leaders share why AI, data, emotional intelligence are keys to franchise success

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

When it comes to growing and sustaining a successful franchise, brands would do well to tap AI to drive expansion, leverage emotional intelligence to drive…

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Pizza Factory CEO talks acquisition of company, future of brand

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Restaurant Operator Podcast host Mandy Detwiler discusses Pizza Factory's acquisition and the future of the brand with MJ Riva, CEO of the company.

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Smalls Sliders expands Missouri footprint

March 11, 2025

Smalls Sliders has inked a deal with franchisees Vamsi Mandava and Tanya Vadlapatla to expand the brand's presence in Missouri. The agreement will bring one…

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HTeaO pours into Lexington, Tennessee

March 11, 2025

Premium tea brand HTeaO has opened in Lexington, Tennessee, according to a press release.

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Wisconsin's root beer baroness: How Deanne Wells' A&W Restaurants thrive in small towns

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Deanne Wells has six A&W units in smalls towns in Wisconsin. She's paving the way for small-town franchisees to live and work in their respective communities.

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HTeaO expands Missouri footprint

March 7, 2025

Premium tea concept HTeaO opened its latest store located in Webb City, Missouri, on March 8th, according to a press release.

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Marco's Pizza to debut in Philly market

March 5, 2025

Marco's Pizza will enter the Philadelphia market with a two-unit agreement. The restaurants will be run by experienced pizza franchisee Jack Praizner…

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Lion's Choice CEO offers secrets to brand's success

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Lion's Choice CEO Fred Burmer offers secrets to the brand's operations and cooking up delicious roast beef sandwiches.

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5 key steps to getting started as a franchisee

by George Tinsley Sr. — Co-founder, vice president, and managing partner of Tinsley Family Concessions, Inc., Tinsley Family Concessions, Inc.

Succeeding as a restaurant franchisee requires careful planning, including location selection, thorough training, hands-on management, resilience and strong…

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How to dominate restaurant data

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

A panel at the Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit will discuss how to use data to drive growth and profitability.

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Layne's Chicken Fingers to open in Tyler, Texas

February 20, 2025

Texas-based Layne's Chicken Fingers will open a location in Tyler, Texas, on Feb. 25, according to a press release.

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Smalls Sliders inks deal for Indiana

February 20, 2025

Burger brand Smalls Sliders has signed its first development deal for Indiana. The deal was inked with operating group Indy Craves led by Ellen Broyles and…

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Cold Stone Creamery serving franchise opportunities in Nashville

February 13, 2025

Cold Stone Creamery plans to expand the brand's presence in Nashville, Tennessee, including 10 locations over the next five years, according to a press release.

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Lee's Famous Recipe expands to Flint, Michigan

February 13, 2025

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken will open a location in Flint, Michigan, on Feb. 17 with a grand opening celebration scheduled for Feb. 20. The location is the…

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Stoner's Pizza Joint CEO talks economy, that kitschy name

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Stoner's Pizza Joint CEO John Stetson talks to podcast host Mandy Detwiler about weathering the economy, competing in a saturated market and that eponymous…

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Toppers Pizza opens 71st location

February 7, 2025

Toppers Pizza has opened a location in Concord, North Carolina, just outside of Charlotte, according to a company news report.

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The Original Rainbow Cone to enter Southern California

February 6, 2025

The Original Rainbow Cone will open in Cypress, California, on Feb. 14, according to a press release.

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Del Taco to enter Indianapolis market

February 6, 2025

Del Taco has inked a 10-unit agreement for the Indianapolis area, marking the brand's entry into the Indiana market. Target markets include Bloomington…

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Savvy Sliders enters Mississippi

February 5, 2025

Michigan-based Savvy Sliders has opened a location in Gulfport, Mississippi under the helm of Prime Hospitality Nola, according to a press release.

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Wetzel’s Pretzels head of development: Snacking’s here to stay

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Wetzel's Pretzels is experiencing record growth outside of malls, emphasizing high-traffic spots and food trucks. The brand is focusing on both domestic and…

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