Franchising News & Media
Fast Casual Executive Summit's early bird pricing ending July 31
July 26, 2013
CEOS and other top executives from the fast casual segment will meet in New Orleans to discuss the industry's top strategic issues.
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Dunkin' Donuts outlines initial Southern California plans
July 25, 2013
Dunkin' Donuts announced today it has signed its first Southern California multiunit store development agreements with four franchise groups for a total…
read nowBojangles' continues to expand non-traditional footprint
July 25, 2013
Bojangles' will open a new restaurant at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Concourse T in August 2013. The location will be owned and…
read nowEuropean firm expresses interest in franchising Papa John's, DQ in China
July 25, 2013
EQT Partners, a European-based private equity firm, has expressed interest in purchasing a stake in a company that owns Dairy Queen and Papa John's franchises…
read nowPizza Hut franchisee closes acquisition of 24 Wendy's restaurants
July 23, 2013
NPC International Inc. announced that it has completed the acquisition of 22 Wendy's restaurants for $9.3 million, plus amounts for working capital and initial…
read nowHot Dog on a Stick opens first California drive-thru unit
July 23, 2013
Hot Dog on a Stick has opened its first drive-thru location in California. The Hesperia, Calif., unit will celebrate its grand opening on "National Drive-Thru…
read nowFro.Zen.Yo signs franchise partners for rapid expansion
July 19, 2013
Fro.Zen.Yo has signed a new development agency franchise partner for the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky market to open 25 units. The first unit is set to open…
read nowQSR franchisees provide testimonials for Direct Capital's financing program
July 19, 2013
A handful of quick-service franchisees at brands including Subway and Dairy Queen have participated in a video series to endorse their Direct Capital financing…
read nowReport: Franchise industry job creation jumps by nearly 9K in June
July 18, 2013
According to the ADP National Franchise Report, the franchising industry added 27,910 jobs in June, well above the 19,160 jobs created in May. This report from…
read nowHardee's franchisee leverages tax credits for expansion
July 18, 2013
Saddle Peak LLC, an 11-unit Hardee's franchisee based in Little Rock, Ark., recently opened its newest Hardee's restaurant in Bryant, Ark. The company has…
read nowBojangles' ranks on top for unit growth in chicken segment
July 18, 2013
Bojangles' was recently ranked No. 1 for percentage unit growth in the chicken segment by market research firm Technomic. Bojangles' showed 5.9 percent unit…
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Baskin-Robbins' new store design showcases brand's heritage
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
The updated store image will be introduced throughout the next several months and includes digital menu boards, new 'super-sized' graphics, a 'Heritage' wall…
read nowDQ Grill & Chill opens two locations along Ohio Turnpike
July 17, 2013
Two new DQ Grill and Chill restaurants have opened in service plazas on the eastern end of the Ohio Turnpike. The westbound location is located in the Mahoning…
read nowMcDonald's plans Vietnam entry
July 16, 2013
McDonald's has signed Henry Nguyen as a developmental licensee for the Vietnam market. Nguyen is a Vietnamese businessman and founder of Good Day Hospitality.
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Del Taco's rebranding effort focuses on quality/value balance
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
The initiative also includes two new menu platforms, an updated restaurant design and operational changes to enhance the guest experience.
read nowBurger King delivery program added to Salt Lake City
July 12, 2013
Burger King's BK Delivers' program continues is rapid expansion, as the service has been added to Salt Lake City this week.
read nowKrispy Kreme readies for Dallas growth
July 12, 2013
Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation has completed the sale of three company-owned Krispy Kreme shops in the Dallas market to Sun Holdings LLC, and has also…
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Yum! Brands Q2: Taco Bell, KFC U.S. have new product momentum
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
The company is still reeling the effects of the avian flu and poultry supply issues in China.
read nowCaptain D's signs new franchise development agreement
July 10, 2013
Bill Townsend, an existing Captain D's franchisee, has recently committed to adding four additional locations in Alabama and Tennessee.
read nowDunkin' adds digital business veteran to board, hits NYC milestone
July 10, 2013
Dunkin' Brands Group Inc., parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, announced the election of Carl Sparks to its board of directors, effective July…
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