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From Clicks to Crunch: How The Red Chickz’s TikTok Fame is Fueling a Franchise Boom
By Shawn Lalehzarian, Co-Founder & CEO of The Red Chickz We opened our first Red Chickz in downtown L.A. back in 2018 not to go viral or to rack up likes, but simply to serve seriously crunchy, flavorful chicken. The idea came after a trip to Nashville, but with a...
Strength in Numbers: The Power of Belonging to a Network During Economic Uncertainty
By Mary Kennedy Thompson, CEO of BNI Global I opened my first franchise in the ‘90s. During a recession. Fresh out of the Marine Corps. Without any real business knowledge. It was an exciting, thrilling, but also unnerving time. As I was navigating...
Scoop N Scootery Delivers a Franchise Model Built for Speed, Flavor, and Modern Growth
When Austin Crittenden founded The Scoop N Scootery in 2014, it wasn’t because he had a long history in the ice cream business. Quite the opposite. Crittenden didn’t come from a dessert background or a delivery-only empire—he simply had a vision, a food truck, and the...
Mid-Year Insights Franchisees Want What Works — and Bobby’s Works
Mid-Year Insights with Patrick Cunningham, CDO of Bobby’s Burgers by Bobby Flay With nearly 30 years in franchising, Patrick Cunningham has helped shape the growth of industry giants like Dunkin’, Little Caesars and Inspire Brands. Now, as the newly appointed Chief...
Donatos Pizza on Celebrating 62 Years of Larger-Than-Life Innovation
By Donatos Pizza For many businesses, reaching 5-, 10-, and 15th anniversaries is a pipe dream; but for the team at Donatos, the brand’s multi-generational longevity is a reality due to constant innovation and a desire to deliver more. It’s a philosophy perfectly...
Randy’s Donuts, From L.A. Icon To Global Phenom
Randy’s Donuts is the kind of place people grow up with and never grow out of. Known for its giant rooftop donut and made-from-scratch classics, Randy’s has been serving up warm, fresh donuts since 1952. Originally a neighborhood favorite, the brand has grown into a...
Ford’s Garage Revving Up Expansion Plans for the Carolinas
Ford’s Garage, the burgers and craft beer restaurant inspired by the heritage of The Ford Motor Company, is setting their sights on the Carolinas as part of their strategic expansion plan. The brand has officially announced their interest in finding passionate...
Magnolia Bakery Announces US Franchising Opportunities
As Magnolia Bakery approaches its 30th anniversary next year, the beloved bakery is embarking on a new chapter by launching its domestic franchising program in the United States. This marks a major milestone for a brand with a rich cultural legacy and will finally...
Stretching Toward Something Bigger: How We Reached 400 Locations With Zero Closures
“I want to build something that actually helps people—and lasts.” It’s what we hear most often when someone is exploring Stretch Zone as a franchise. And we get it. In a world that feels increasingly chaotic, people are craving not just stability, but purpose....
Making Waves: Water Wings Swim School Launches National Franchise Program
With rising demand for youth swim instruction and an urgent public safety need, a trusted name in aquatics is diving into franchising. Water Wings Swim School, an established brand with more than 20 years of success, has launched a national franchise program, opening...