Expansions & Growth News

El Pollo Loco, Inc., the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken chain, recently signed new development agreements with two existing franchisees, in Louisiana and Southern California.
February 11th, 2021
CARSTAR, North America’s largest multi-store network of independently owned collision repair facilities, continues focus on network performance into 2021.
February 11th, 2021
America’s beloved Southern diner franchise, Huddle House, has announced that it is spreading its charming small-town hospitality into Louisiana with plans to open a new location in Farmerville.
February 11th, 2021
D1 Training has announced five new agreements that will bring eight facilities to Florida in 2021.
February 10th, 2021
The walk-in veterinary clinic, PetWellClinic, is turning heads in the franchise world once again.
February 10th, 2021
Through challenges and pandemic pivots, Scooter’s Coffee continued its upward trend in 2020 by surpassing a major milestone with its 300th franchise location.
February 10th, 2021
Buff City Soap is opening its first Austin, Texas location as it continues its statewide expansion
February 10th, 2021
BrightStar Care announced the opening of its newest location in Easley and Piedmont.
February 10th, 2021
Electronics repair shop uBreakiFix is now open in Snellville at 2007 Scenic Hwy N Suite 107 Snellville, GA 30078. The store offers repairs on smartphones, tablets, computers, and more to help the community stay connected.
February 10th, 2021
SUPER CHIX® is pleased to announce the opening of its first franchise location in Bozeman, Montana.
February 10th, 2021
Massage Heights, a leader of professional, affordable and convenient therapeutic massage and facial services, signed its first agreement of 2021 with new franchisee Ryan Simmons.
February 10th, 2021
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Zoom Room, the venture-backed, revolutionary indoor dog training gym, announced record growth with 15 franchise signings and the opening of three new locations in 2020.
February 10th, 2021
Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only Southern-inspired, fast-casual chicken salad restaurant concept, today announced the relocation of its headquarters from Auburn, AL to Atlanta, GA.
February 10th, 2021
Electronics repair shop uBreakiFix is now open in Glen Mills at 1810 Wilmington Pike, Suite 3. The store offers repairs on smartphones, tablets, computers, and more to help the community stay connected.
February 10th, 2021
Slim Chickens announced its new restaurant opening at 2915 Highway 77. North Florida Restaurant Group, a seasoned restaurant group, is at the helm of the new location.
February 9th, 2021
Denny’s Corporation (NASDAQ: DENN), franchisor and operator of one of the world’s largest full-service restaurant chains, today announced the opening of its third restaurant in Guatemala, located on Vista Hermosa Blvd. in Guatemala City.
February 9th, 2021
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes, a fast casual, “better burger” franchise, opened its seventh California restaurant in Upland on February 8, 2021
February 9th, 2021
Moran Family of Brands announced its newest franchise location with a Milex Complete Auto Care/Mr. Transmission store in Concord, North Carolina.
February 9th, 2021
As flexible working trends continue dominating the workforce across the country, Office Evolution is opening a new Concord location to strengthen its presence and meet growing demand in the Bay Area.
February 9th, 2021
Neighborly® ended 2020 strong with 382 new franchise agreements awarded, setting new records for signed agreements in three quarters.
February 9th, 2021
With more and more people over 50 making the leap from dreamer to entrepreneur, Assisted Living Locators is seeing baby boomers as a driving force in their franchisee sales growth.
February 9th, 2021
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A unique fast-casual concept specializing in made-to-order, fully customizable Build Your Own Bowls and Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, I Heart Mac & Cheese and More, has signed five new locations with their newest franchisee.
February 9th, 2021
Access Garage Doors is thrilled to continue its national expansion with a new location in the Midwest.
February 9th, 2021
Kinderdance® International Inc. continues to grow and expand their brand by awarding a Silver level franchise to Shanie Stoddard.
February 8th, 2021
British Swim School, the nation’s leading “learn to swim” franchise company, is adding a new location in San Francisco. British Swim School of Walnut Creek will be the second location in the Bay Area.
February 8th, 2021
Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. ("Couche-Tard" or the "Company") and its global brand, Circle K, make it official: "Yes, Will Ferrell - Circle K loves Norway and we're ready!"
February 8th, 2021
Nathan’s Famous, Inc., the American tradition serving New York favorites for more than 100 years, announced today the opening of its 100th ghost kitchen since June 2020.
February 8th, 2021
Electronics repair shop uBreakiFix is now open in Milton at 1290 Steeles Ave. E Unit C1-1. The store offers repairs on smartphones, tablets, computers, and more to help the community stay connected.
February 8th, 2021
Scooter’s Coffee, best known for its convenient drive-thru specialty coffee and baked-from-scratch pastries, added a new location at 4141 Highway 280 in Alexander City, Alabama and is owned by Daniel Yates and Lynn Patterson.
February 8th, 2021
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®, the nation's largest franchised moving company, celebrated big things in 2020 and has no plans to slow down in 2021.
February 8th, 2021
As 2021 kicks off, the brand is projected to open 35 new locations in states like Texas, Georgia, Florida and North Carolina, as well as open its first locations in Louisiana and Colorado.
February 8th, 2021
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Senior Care Authority®, an eldercare consulting and senior living residential placement services franchise, announced the recent opening of its Southeast Texas franchise location.
February 8th, 2021
Scooter’s Coffee, best known for its convenient drive-thru specialty coffee and baked-from-scratch pastries, added a new location at 100 N Main Street in Pratt, Kansas.
February 8th, 2021
Wow Wow Hawaiian Lemonade (Wow Wow) has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement to bring three gourmet lemonade stands to Reno and the surrounding communities.
February 8th, 2021
After 30 years in business, Southern Classic Chicken has recently launched its franchise opportunity and is hoping to not only grow to new areas, but strengthen its presence in its home state of Louisiana.
February 5th, 2021
It's time to press play. W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International, today opened the doors to Melbourne's first luxury lifestyle hotel – W Melbourne – at 408 Flinders Lane.
February 5th, 2021
Buff City Soap - a rapidly expanding experiential retail franchise known for its handmade, plant-based soap and body products - is opening its first Cincinnati location.
February 5th, 2021
Hilton today announced the signing of management agreements to bring its iconic luxury brand, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, as well as lifestyle brand, Canopy by Hilton, to the Seychelles.
February 5th, 2021
La Madeleine French Bakery & Café is set to start sharing the joie de vivre (joy of living) and its renowned French comfort food with more North Texans.
February 5th, 2021
Killer Burger, the famed Portland-based rock ‘n roll burger hangout, announced it has inked a franchise agreement with a new franchisee, David Cowan, to open a location in Bend.
February 5th, 2021
Sotheby's International Realty today announced that it is expanding its presence in Ohio with the opening of Elite Sotheby's International Realty.
February 4th, 2021
Slim Chickens, a leading fast casual franchise which features dine-in and drive-through service in the “better chicken” segment, announced its new restaurant opening at 5167 W. Anthem Park Boulevard.
February 4th, 2021
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Thanks to quick response and forward-thinking, UKW Franchising Company, LLC, parent company to Uni K Wax Studio is now experiencing a rebound from the impact of the Covid-19 crisis.
February 4th, 2021
PrideStaff, a national, franchised staffing organization, is pleased to announce the opening of a new staffing and employment agency in Sioux Falls, SD.
February 4th, 2021
Bennigan’s is kicking off a year of accelerated development by bringing its signature made-from-scratch menu items to two more markets in Iowa.
February 4th, 2021
El Pollo Loco, Inc. (“El Pollo Loco” or “Company”) (Nasdaq: LOCO), the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken chain, is gearing up for aggressive expansion in 2021, driven by two new restaurant designs.
February 4th, 2021
PrideStaff, a national, franchised staffing organization, is pleased to announce the opening of a new staffing and employment agency in Columbia, MD.
February 4th, 2021
HouseMaster, the first and most experienced home inspection franchise in North America, is announcing the opening of a new location in Denver.
February 4th, 2021
I Heart Mac & Cheese and More is pleased to announce that they have signed on two more locations in the Phoenix area to their growing network.
February 4th, 2021
Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading window tinting and automotive accessory franchise, is opening a new location in Mooresville, North Carolina.
February 3rd, 2021
Edible®, the world’s leader in gifts and treats, announced today it has signed an agreement for its second location in Montana with an esteemed franchise restaurant operator team at the helm.
February 3rd, 2021
HouseMaster, the first and most experienced home inspection franchise in North America, is announcing the opening of a new location in Dallas.
February 3rd, 2021
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