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Royal Aloha Coffee Company, parent company of Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, today announced the appointment of Tom Wylie as Chief Operating Officer. In this role, Wylie will oversee franchise real estate, site selection, construction, and store openings, supporting...

A DALLAS tech firm is introducing a new cloud-based audio interface for automated order taking (AOT) which will give U.S. quick service restaurant (QSR) providers a ‘practical pathway’ to future cloud-enabled drive-thru operations.   Quail Digital, which designs,...

Ryan Winter, owner, opened his second Steak ‘n Shake in the Des Moines area on January 21 in suburban Waukee. The 2,750-square-foot restaurant is the first in the company to introduce Steak 'n Shake's redesigned, nostalgia-driven prototype. Steak ‘n Shake – which...

 Pizza Guys, the Sacramento-based pizza franchise known for its fresh, high-quality ingredients and bold flavors, is proud to announce the opening of its newest location in Westminster, California. The restaurant, located at 6476 Westminster Blvd, officially opened in...

Big O Tires, an industry-leading tire and automotive repair franchisor and subsidiary of TBC Corporation, announced the launch of its new advertising campaign, “No Big Deal,” which showcases that even the biggest of vehicle troubles are no big deal for the experienced...

  French-inspired bakery and café la Madeleine invites guests to “break bread” together with the return of its complimentary bread and jam at all locations, reviving a signature touch that has shaped the brand from the very beginning.   Available with each...

  MilkShake Factory, the neighborhood dessert destination known for its handspun milkshakes and small-batch, premium chocolates, is expanding its Colorado footprint with the opening of a new store in Arvada. The new location, owned and operated by local...

  Hungry Howie’s, the originator of the Flavored Crust® pizza franchise, is excited to celebrate its first Fort Worth location, owned and operated by 27-year-old entrepreneur Jatinder “Jay” Dhaliwal. The new store is uniquely positioned within a newly built...

  New year, new goals… and now, even more massive bowls of awesomeness. Teriyaki Madness is starting 2026 with Double Protein, giving guests more of what they crave. The Seattle-style teriyaki brand is launching the year with a lineup of offers designed to hit...

  Mo’ Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food officially opened its newest location in North Ogden on Dec. 29 at 365 E 2600 N, across the street from the Northview Fire District and the North Shore Aquatic Center. Strengthening its presence in the Beehive State, this is the...

  Friendly Fire, a premier gaming café franchise and esports hub born and based in Croatia, has announced plans to expand into the United States—marking a defining moment in the company’s growth and a major acceleration of its global vision.   The planned...

Teriyaki Madness, the fast casual teriyaki concept known for fresh, made-to-order bowls so massive and saucy they practically scream your name, has recruited industry leader Scott Shotter as Chief Restaurant Officer.   In his new role, Shotter will oversee all...

 Frios Gourmet Pops, the hand-poured ice pop brand on a mission to deliver happiness, is exploring a bold new chapter in frozen indulgence with the announcement of its Flavor Vault. A collection of nine premium, nostalgic flavors, the Flavor Vault showcases the...

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Reno has completed a full remodel of the men’s and women’s bathrooms at Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9211, known locally as The Bunker, providing all labor at no cost to the Post. The project is part of DreamMaker Bath and...

The Florida-born breakfast and brunch concept celebrated for its made-from-scratch classics and guest-first hospitality, has officially launched its franchise program. The opportunity gives entrepreneurs a chance to bring a proven, profitable model to their...

Papa John’s International, Inc. (Nasdaq: PZZA) (“Papa Johns®”) (the “Company”) today announced that it has refranchised the restaurants previously owned and operated by Colonel’s Limited, LLC, a joint venture between Papa Johns and Steeplechase Express, Inc. Pie...

 Stellar Service Brands, a leading residential and commercial services company, is pleased to announce it has completed the sale of its subsidiary Softroc, a rubber safety surfacing solution, to former President of Softroc and bluefrog Plumbing + Drain, Courtney...

Stratus Building Solutions has been ranked #228 on the 2025 Franchise Times Top 400, the most comprehensive ranking of the largest U.S. franchise systems by global sales. This marks another major milestone for the fast-growing brand, highlighting its position as a top...