Franchising News & Media
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…
read now
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.
read now
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…
read now
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…
listen now
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.
read now
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.
read now
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…
read now
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.
read now
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…
read now
Hot Dog on a Stick opens Utah location
January 29, 2025
Hot Dog on a Stick has opened a location in St. George, Utah, in partnership with Benji and Tiffany Nelson, known for their YouTube Channel show "Not Enough…
read now
HTeaO to open in Victoria, Texas
January 24, 2025
Tea franchise HTeaO will open its first location in Victoria, Texas on Jan. 25, according to a press release.
read now
Smalls Sliders to enter Kentucky
January 22, 2025
Smalls Sliders has inked a deal with local entrepreneur Bradley Scott to bring the brand to Kentucky. The agreement will bring four of the brand's units…
read now
Buona, Rainbow Cone expanding to Milwaukee
January 20, 2025
Residents of Milwaukee will soon be able to have a taste of Chicago when The Buona Companies, the family owned company behind Buona and The Original Rainbow…
read now
Checkers & Rally's revs up Las Vegas
January 15, 2025
Checkers and Rally's has inked a three-unit deal for Las Vegas with the first slated to open this month, according to a press release.
read now
HTeaO expands Texas footprint with Pflugerville store
January 13, 2025
Iced-tea concept HTeaO has opened a store in Pflugerville, Texas, according to a press release.
read now
Little Caesars arrives at Pearl Harbor base
January 9, 2025
Little Caesars has opened a location at Pearl Harbor in partnership with the the Navy Exchange Service Command. The unit is located in one of the busiest Navy…
read now
Sammy's slides into franchising in 2025
January 8, 2025
Sammy's Sliders, a slider franchise founded by restaurateur Sam G. Ballas and chef Sammy Gianopoulos, is ready to expand in 2025, after opening its second…
read now
Domino's Pizza China enters 13 cities with 14 stores
January 6, 2025
Domino's Pizza China (DPC Dash) has entered 13 cities across China with 14 stores opening during the past month, according to a press release.
read now
Smalls Sliders elevates Georgia footprint
January 3, 2025
Smalls Sliders has signed an agreement with real estate group PAR Concepts LLC for three units, dubbed "cans" by the brand, across Macon and Warner Robins in…
read now
Smalls Sliders adding 6 units in Southeast Houston
December 27, 2024
Sliders brand Smalls Sliders has inked a deal with entrepreneur Matthew Wiggins to bring six units to Southeast Houston. Smalls Sliders calls their restaurants…
read now
