Franchising News & Media

Tips, advice for selecting the right franchise location

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

The oldest, and most known, saying when it comes to real estate is location, location, location. It holds true when it comes to restaurant franchising success.

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Chaos to Consistency: The 2026 Guide to Building Bulletproof Restaurant Operations

Miso Robotics is transforming commercial kitchens with AI-powered automation that increases speed, consistency, and profitability. Through intelligent robotics…

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Speaker Spotlight: Chris Noffze, director of direct franchising and operations, Gong cha

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

In today's Speaker Spotlight, we are highlighting Chris Noffze, director of direct franchising and operations at Gong cha Americas, who will be sharing…

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KBP Brands doubles down on Sonic with 78-restaurant acquisition

February 25, 2026

KPB Brands has expanded its Sonic footprint to 164 locations in eight states with the addition of 78 drive-in locations in Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, North…

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The Pop's Beef legacy: How Frankie Radochonski joined the family grill

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

After sharpening his skills at another sandwich chain, Frankie Radochonski returned to his roots to evolve from a general manager into a successful multi-unit…

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Golden Chick opens 250th restaurant amid accelerated 2026 expansion

February 18, 2026

Golden Chick has opened its 250th restaurant. The unit, located in Little Elm, Texas, marks a significant milestone for the nearly 60-year-old brand, according…

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Jeff's Bagel Run: From garage bagels to 30 and growing

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

On this episode of the Founderology — Built to Breakthrough podcast, I talk with Jeff Perera, co-Founder of Jeff’s Bagel Run and a member of the inaugural…

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The 10-25 Unit Playbook: Scale Without Chaos

Unlock the proven systems top restaurant operators use to scale without chaos. If you’re stuck juggling fires across 10–25 locations, this guide shows you the…

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Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard heats up 2026 with $60K drive-thru incentive program

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is launching an aggressive 2026 incentive program offering up to $60,000 in direct cash support to franchisees who open…

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Wetzel’s Pretzels debuts 1st Walmart location in Tennessee

February 13, 2026

Wetzel's Pretzels has opened a location in a Clarksville, Tennessee Walmart, according to a press release.

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Speaker Spotlight: Eddie Flores, co-founder L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, chairman of L&L Franchise, Inc.

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

In his RFIS keynote Eddie Flores will share "unconventional" strategies that led L&L Hawaiian Barbecuse to eight consecutive #1 Asian food franchise rankings.

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Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken expands with legacy partner

February 11, 2026

Jack Omer, grandson of Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken Co-Founder Harold Omer, has acquired five existing Lee's restaurants across Indiana, according to a press…

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HTeaO to open in Sevierville, Tennessee

February 10, 2026

HTeaO will open a location in Sevierville, Tennessee, on Feb. 14. The store is under the helm of franchise owners Jeremy and Rachel Harris, marking their first…

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Speaker Spotlight: Seth Larsen, CDO, Cheba Hut Toasted Subs

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

Seth Larsen, CDO of Cheba Hut Toasted Subs talks about how stays ahead of the competition while having a blast in today's speaker spotlight.

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Krystal to enter New Jersey

January 29, 2026

Krystal is expanding north with its first location in New Jersey. The restaurant, in Union, New Jersey, marks the brand's debut in the Northeast. The unit is…

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Flying Dolly's lands in Mississippi with 2 franchise locations

January 29, 2026

Southern ice cream and snoball brand Flying Dolly's will open two franchised locations in Mississippi in early spring. One shop will open in Gluckstadt, just…

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Speaker Spotlight: Troy Hooper, CEO, Hot Palette America - Pepper Lunch

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Troy Hooper, CEO of Hot Palette America - Pepper Lunch, shares a look at his career, his achievements and industry trends ahead of his appearance at the…

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Restaurant leaders share tips for driving growth, innovating when franchising

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

At the upcoming Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit, top restaurant executives will share how they’re scaling smarter and growing faster through bold…

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Wetzel's Pretzels opens in South Carolina Walmart

January 20, 2026

Wetzel's Pretzels has opened a location in a Walmart in Summerville, South Carolina, according to a press release.

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Pizza Nova franchisee believes in quality, consistency, brand culture

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Driven by a lifelong connection to the brand, franchisee Chi-son Phu has successfully grown his Pizza Nova business in Toronto by strictly following the…

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