Franchising

February 22, 2012

Franchising

featured articles

The Global 30 Editor insights into the top quick-serve and fast-casual brands outside the U.S.	Is Franchising Right for You? CEOs looking to franchise their concepts must make sure it’s the appropriate next step of growth.
Bringing American Brands to the Middle East International businessman Mohammad Al Madani shares his tips on how to best translate an American brand in a foreign land.	The Growth 40 In the second-annual Growth 40 report, QSR ranks the markets best poised for quick-service restaurant growth.
The Benefits of a Hispanic-Owned Franchise Hispanic franchisees can help brands tap into new demographics and support entire communities.	Treat Customers Like Your Boss' Family At David Martinez’s Russo’s Coal-Fired Italian Kitchen units, customer service isn’t a matter of business, it’s a matter of family.
Restaurants Hit the Open Road Brands eye roadside travel centers for growth opportunity.	The 100 Biggest Stories of 2011 The top headlines, trends, and buy-outs in the restaurant industry this year.
One to Watch: Hot Head Burritos Two multiunit Subway franchisees tap into popular Mexican fast-casual segment with their own growing brand.	The New Food Court With mall vacancies at a high, the food court is becoming more important.

industry headlines

CiCi's Pizza Launches Patriot Program

2012-02-22

CiCi's Pizza announces the launch of the CiCi's Patriot Program to offer veterans...

Dickey's Barbecue Pit is Moving to Valparaiso

2012-02-22

Rajesh and Purabi Chowdhery recently signed a franchise agreement with Dickey's Barbecue and are now looking...

BBI Swirls Up CherryBerry Stores in Kansas, Missouri

2012-02-17

Beautiful Brands International (BBI) today announced the signing of a master franchise agreement with Darren Martin to develop its CherryBerry...

California Tortilla By Any Other Name? Try Burrito Elito

2012-02-16

California Tortilla announced it is opening a sister concept that it will use primarily for research and development purposes.

The new...

Tasti D-Lite, Planet Smoothie CEO Named to IFA Hall of Fame

2012-02-16

James H. Amos Jr., CFE, chairman, and CEO of Tasti D-Lite and Planet Smoothie, has been named to the International Franchise Association (IFA)...

Del Taco Returns to Atlanta

2012-02-15

Del Taco fans in the Atlanta area, take note.

Today, Del Taco returns to Atlanta with the opening of its new...

Burger 21 Feasts on South Florida

2012-02-15

Burger 21, a fast casual concept founded by the owners of The Melting Pot Restaurants, Inc., announced today that it is targeting...

Just Baked to Open Its First Detroit Sweet Shop

2012-02-15

The specialty cupcake shop and bakery announced it will move into the Dime Building, owned by Rock Ventures LLC.

Just Baked expects to open...

Saladworks to Open 6th Delaware Unit

2012-02-14

Saladworks, the nation’s first and largest fresh-tossed salad franchise concept, is opening its sixth Delaware location in the Middletown...

Carl's Jr. Signs Deal for 50 Latin America Units

2012-02-14

CKE Restaurants Inc. announced that it has entered into a five-year development agreement with Airport Shoppes Corp., a subsidiary of...

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