Hyper Energy Bar Taps Rebecca Speck as Chief Marketing Officer
Hyper Energy Bar, a fast-growing drive-thru beverage brand, today announced the appointment of Rebecca Speck as Chief Marketing Officer. Speck will lead Hyper’s brand and marketing strategy as the company continues to expand across the Midwest. The appointment comes amid significant momentum for Hyper, which has more than doubled its store footprint in the past […]
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice Names Lisa McGill VP of Franchise Development
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice, an award-winning frozen dessert brand offering bold flavors and vibrant experiences, announces the appointment of Lisa McGill as its first Vice President of Franchise Development. In this role, McGill will lead the brand’s national franchise growth strategy, guiding expansion efforts while strengthening the systems and support that fuel franchisee success. McGill brings more than 25 years of entrepreneurship, including […]
Newk’s Eatery Opens Unit in Wichita, Kansas
Newk’s Eatery, the fast casual restaurant chain known for its fresh, scratch-made sandwiches, soups, salads and pizzas, is continuing its strong 2026 growth trajectory. Following a year of significant development milestones, the brand is proud to announce its latest opening on Wichita’s up-and-coming west side, known by locals as 37th & Ridge Road, located at […]
HTeaO Announces Annual Round-Up Campaign Benefiting Breast Cancer Research
HTeaO, the nation’s leading iced tea franchise, is continuing its commitment to supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month with the return of its annual October Round-Up campaign benefiting the Ryan Palmer Foundation Breast Cancer Initiative. Now in its sixth year, the campaign will run from October 1–31, 2026, giving HTeaO customers the opportunity to round up […]
Bubbakoo’s Burritos Brings Back Shredded Chicken
Bubbakoo’s Burritos, the Jersey Shore-born Mexican-fusion brand known for bold flavors and fully customizable creations, is bringing back a longtime fan favorite this October with the return of shredded chicken to menus nationwide. The returning protein also takes center stage in the new Southwest Chicken Shredder, a signature creation inspired by the brand’s skateboarding roots. […]
Farmer Boys to Offer Loyalty Guests Buy One, Get One Half Off Salads for National Farmer’s Day
Farmer Boys will offer Very Important Farmer (VIF) loyalty members a buy-one, get-one-half-off salad promotion on Monday, October 12, for National Farmer’s Day. The offer is available all day in-store and online. Members who purchase any salad can receive a second salad of equal or lesser value for 50 percent off. The promotion is limited […]
Jersey Mike’s Honors National Disability Employment Awareness Month and Best Buddies Partnership
Jersey Mike’s Subs, Inc. is honoring National Disability Employment Awareness Month this October, by marking the fourth year of its partnership with Best Buddies International (“Best Buddies”), a nonprofit committed to fostering one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) such as Down Syndrome […]
Cousins Subs Announces Return of Semi-Annual Round Up Campaign
Cousins Subs is excited to announce the return of its semi-annual Round Up Campaign benefiting the Make It Better Foundation, the brand’s nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting health and wellness, hunger and youth education in local communities. Throughout October, guests can support the Make It Better Foundation by rounding up their purchase at checkout. Contributions […]
Honestly Good Chicken Fingers Partners with Serruya Private Equity for Global Expansion
Honestly Good Chicken Fingers is setting its sights on global growth, announcing a new joint venture with Serruya Private Equity to expand the Canadian-born fast-casual brand across Canada, the United States, Asia and the Middle East. The partnership brings together the strengths of both organizations, with Serruya Private Equity leading domestic and international franchising and […]
Domino’s Partners with Local Fire Departments to Promote Home Safety
Domino’s Pizza Inc., the largest pizza company in the world, and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) are joining forces to deliver fire safety messages to homes across the country. During Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 4-10), customers who order from participating franchise-owned and corporate Domino’s stores throughout the U.S. may be surprised when their delivery […]
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