Franchising News & Media

HTeaO expands Missouri footprint

March 7, 2025

Premium tea concept HTeaO opened its latest store located in Webb City, Missouri, on March 8th, according to a press release.

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Marco's Pizza to debut in Philly market

March 5, 2025

Marco's Pizza will enter the Philadelphia market with a two-unit agreement. The restaurants will be run by experienced pizza franchisee Jack Praizner…

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Lion's Choice CEO offers secrets to brand's success

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Lion's Choice CEO Fred Burmer offers secrets to the brand's operations and cooking up delicious roast beef sandwiches.

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5 key steps to getting started as a franchisee

by George Tinsley Sr. — Co-founder, vice president, and managing partner of Tinsley Family Concessions, Inc., Tinsley Family Concessions, Inc.

Succeeding as a restaurant franchisee requires careful planning, including location selection, thorough training, hands-on management, resilience and strong…

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How to dominate restaurant data

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

A panel at the Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit will discuss how to use data to drive growth and profitability.

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Layne's Chicken Fingers to open in Tyler, Texas

February 20, 2025

Texas-based Layne's Chicken Fingers will open a location in Tyler, Texas, on Feb. 25, according to a press release.

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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…

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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.

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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…

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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…

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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.

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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.

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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…

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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.

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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…

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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…

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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.

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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…

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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…

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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.

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