Franchising News & Media
Baskin-Robbins growing presence in the Windy City
May 13, 2014
Baskin-Robbins is currently seeking qualified candidates who are interested in owning and operating an ice cream shop in the Chicago area. Executives will host…
read nowMarriott exec to share insights on hotel chain's fast casual concept
May 6, 2014
Lon Southerland, senior director, global food and beverage for Marriott International, will keynote the ninth annual Fast Casual Executive Summit, Oct. 12-1…
read nowGood Times laps prior year double-digit growth
May 5, 2014
Good Times Restaurants Inc. today announced that its same-store sales in April increased 14.4 percent over the prior year, representing a two-year increase of…
read nowBaskin-Robbins plans Florida expansion
May 5, 2014
Baskin-Robbins has announced plans to expand its footprint with both existing and new franchisees in North and South Florida.
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How Burger King turned its US business around
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
In an attempt to 're-engage' its fans, the company is investing new resources and more focus on digital channels.
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QSRs expected to reformat to compete with fast casual
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Drivers of fast casual's growth include better food and ambiance and a 'made-for-you' appeal.
read nowGood Times signs deal for new store developments
May 1, 2014
Good Times Restaurants Inc. has signed agreements for two new Good Times restaurants and is in final lease term negotiations for a third. The company also…
read nowRita's signs 20-store agreement for Southern California
April 30, 2014
Rita's Italian Ice announced it has awarded an area franchise agreement for 20 Rita's stores in South Orange County, Calif., to Howard Joelson and Joseph…
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Dunkin' Donuts aims for 2.5M loyalty program enrollees by year's end
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
The DD Perks rewards program, introduced in late January, now has more than 750,000 members.
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KFC China takes page from Chick-fil-A, steps up 'customer proposition'
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
KFC U.S. is taking some learnings from successful global businesses and applying them to the domestic system.
read nowDunkin' Donuts adds two more California franchise groups
April 23, 2014
Dunkin' Donuts today announced the signing of multi-unit store development agreements with two new franchise groups to develop 20 new units in South Orange…
read nowArby's signs 211 development agreements in Q1
April 22, 2014
Arby's Restaurant Group Inc. today announced development agreements with new and existing franchisees. They include:
read nowDunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins expanding in Phoenix
April 21, 2014
Dunkin' Brands, parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, is recruiting franchisees in Phoenix to develop locations with both of its brands.
read nowSonic Drive-In plans 1,000 new units
April 17, 2014
Sonic today announced its plan to open 1,000 new drive-ins within the next 10 years. To support this growth, the company has tripled its sales team and is…
read nowRita's Italian Ice awards development agreement for Minnesota market
April 16, 2014
A day after announcing a new development agreement for Kansas, Rita's Italian Ice has awarded another deal for Minnesota. The Minnesota agreement was signed…
read nowBurger King's largest franchisee launches public offering
April 16, 2014
New York-based Carrols Restaurant Group Inc., the largest Burger King franchisee in the world, has announced the launch of a public offering of up to $6…
read nowRita's Italian Ice plans Kansas entry
April 15, 2014
Rita's Italian Ice has awarded franchise and area development agreements for Kansas to franchisees Jay Miller, Jeff Miller and Pat Reilly.
read nowBaskin-Robbins further expanding LA footprint
April 14, 2014
Baskin-Robbins is planning to expand its presence in the Los Angeles market and is hosting a Franchising Seminar from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. PST on April 23 for…
read nowDel Taco franchisees recognized for operational performance
April 11, 2014
Three of Del Taco's franchisees have received Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine's Annual MVP (Most Valuable Performer) Awards.
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The race for QSR market share expected to intensify
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
To embrace changing trends, restaurants have expanded menus to include healthier items, value offerings and more LTOs.
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