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A&W Mixes Classic Vibe and Modern Essentials In New Prototype
Story HighlightsAfter months of planning, A&W released details on its new restaurant prototype.The square footage range of the design is slightly larger than the existing look.Brand leadership intends to begin developing new stores in 2027.
Primrose Schools Refines Operations With Refreshed Executive Team
Story HighlightsEarly childhood education concept Primrose Schools hired a handful of new executives this year, led by a new chief franchise officer, chief financial officer and chief legal officer.Building an updated C-suite team coincides with operational restructuring at Primrose, as…
Our Reporters Visit 3 Sports Bar Franchises and Report Back
Ever wonder how consumers feel about your franchise? Franchise Times editorial staffers check out three brands in a different genre each month, and report back in FT Undercover.
Rehab and Training Franchise Matterhorn Fit Is Next Chapter for Former NHL Player
Story HighlightsFormer NHL Player Ryan Vesce and physical trainer Sean Sullivan co-founded rehabilitation and training center concept Matterhorn Fit in 2018. The company has leveraged its proprietary "Matterhorn Method" rehabilitation framework to drive interest as franchise expansion continues nationwide. The…
Dzone Founder Shows You Can Franchise Anything, Even Skydiving
Story HighlightsSkydiving franchise Dzone signed its first franchisee, Eric Skroch, who bought an existing location in Montana.Dzone is the first known skydiving franchise.
Mike’s Red Tacos Plots Multi-state Expansion With Experienced Operators, Plus More Multi-Unit News
Mike’s Red Tacos is building its presence in multiple states with a deal for 22 locations across California and Texas. Entrepreneurs Brian Cassidy and Sam Wong of CW Strong Restaurant Group will open units in the Austin, Texas and San…
Kilwins CDO Applies Franchisee Experience to Growth Initiatives
Story HighlightsKilwins appointed longtime franchise executive Kelli Schroeder as chief development officer last month.Coming off leadership roles at Threshold Brands, WellBiz Brands and Wingstop, Schroeder is leveraging her franchisor and franchisee experience to grow the nearly 200-unit legacy treat franchise…
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