Tim Hortons sees opportunity in Michigan

February 23, 2010

Detroit may not seem like the best market for a quick-service chain to target now for expansion due to its extraordinarily high unemployment rate. But Tim…

Dunkin' franchisees welcome Travis' approach

Dunkin' Donuts owner-operators say that CEO Nigel Travis is indeed franchise focused.

Jack in the Box hopes new grilled sandwiches boost sales

February 18, 2010

Jack in the Box Inc. is counting on a free 'grilled sandwich with purchase' promotion to drive trial and boost the average check, company chairman, CEO and…

Dunkin' franchisees welcome Travis' approach

Dunkin' Donuts owner-operators say that CEO Nigel Travis is indeed franchise focused.

Jack in the Box hopes new grilled sandwiches boost sales

February 18, 2010

Jack in the Box Inc. is counting on a free 'grilled sandwich with purchase' promotion to drive trial and boost the average check, company chairman, CEO and…

Carl's Jr. to open first store in Vietnam

February 17, 2010

The first Carl's Jr. restaurants to debut in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, will open in April under an exclusive development agreement with the Mesa Group, CKE…

Honey Dew signs real estate firm to help expand in Dunkin' territory

February 17, 2010

New England based donut and coffee chain Honey Dew Donuts has furthered its expansion plans through a new partnership with The Dartmouth Co. The Dartmouth Co.

Carl's Jr. to open first store in Vietnam

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February 17, 2010

The first Carl's Jr. restaurants to debut in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, will open in April under an exclusive development agreement with the Mesa Group, CKE…

Honey Dew signs real estate firm to help expand in Dunkin' territory

February 17, 2010

New England based donut and coffee chain Honey Dew Donuts has furthered its expansion plans through a new partnership with The Dartmouth Co. The Dartmouth Co.

Q&A: Dunkin' Brands CEO discusses Baskin-Robbins strategy

Nigel Travis says the chain is focused on in-fill growth and refining co-branded units.

Q&A: Dunkin' Brands CEO discusses Baskin-Robbins strategy

Nigel Travis says the chain is focused on in-fill growth and refining co-branded units.

Tenn. Wendy's franchisee implements Syrus back-office solution

February 14, 2010

Carlisle Corp., a 96-store, four-state Wendy's restaurant franchise headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., has implemented back-office service and software provider…

Q&A: Dunkin' CEO talks 2010 strategy

Nigel Travis is focused on improving store and franchise economics as well as growth across mid-America.

Tenn. Wendy's franchisee implements Syrus back-office solution

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February 14, 2010

Carlisle Corp., a 96-store, four-state Wendy's restaurant franchise headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., has implemented back-office service and software provider…

Q&A: Dunkin' CEO talks 2010 strategy

Nigel Travis is focused on improving store and franchise economics as well as growth across mid-America.

BKC has more than XT planned for menu

At a recent conference, BKC CEO John Chidsey talked menu development and growth — and said the company has resolved the ad fund dispute with franchisees.

BKC has more than XT planned for menu

At a recent conference, BKC CEO John Chidsey talked menu development and growth — and said the company has resolved the ad fund dispute with franchisees.

Dairy Queen moves into Macau and Egypt

February 9, 2010

Dairy Queen International Inc. has announced plans for international expansion in 2010 that will include the opening of its first locations in Macau and Egypt.

Popeyes, Hardee's franchisees kick off MDA fundraisers

February 9, 2010

The Muscular Dystrophy Association will benefit from separate fundraising efforts by franchisees of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen and Hardee's.   Popeyes…

Popeyes franchisee thrives in inner city

Brodersen Management succeeds in market turnarounds by focusing on operations and investing in its staff.