Franchising & Multi‑Unit

1+ hour, 27+ min ago   (48+ words) Crain's New York Flushing restaurant hub sells for nearly $10M after eateries close Gov. Kathy Hochul's administration has shown a willingness to explore reforming the state's Scaffold Law, a lightning rod issue that has been discussed for years....

2+ hour, 19+ min ago   (536+ words) "Long-term, we intend for this to be a rewarding, multigenerational brand,” Martinez said. “After my son graduates from college, he’ll take on more responsibility. John and I can step back a little — maybe acquire additional businesses or continue growing. The…...

3+ hour, 21+ min ago   (674+ words) "We're driving that up, at least with the new stores we bring on," Beck said of average unit volumes across the system. "That means bringing on more qualified candidates, ones who are more liquid, and being more discerning about site…...

5+ hour, 39+ min ago   (1073+ words) This year’s Franchise Update Media Innovation Award winners turned technological innovations and strategies into cost-cutting and time-saving efficiencies. They also developed new and creative ways to increase customer engagement. More than 100 entries were submitted by legacy and emerging brands. A…...

6+ hour, 29+ min ago   (696+ words) Hormel Foods offers a reasonable cash-flow valuation, but its foodservice acquisition must turn customer relationships and savings into returns above the cost of capital. Consumers remain selective about food spending, and the signed $1.055 billion acquisition of Brakebush Brothers, LLC increases…...

3+ hour, 26+ min ago   (411+ words) The three agreements will combine the take-and-bake pizza concept with the premium frozen yogurt brand, both owned by MTY Food Group. Three franchise agreements have been signed to bring the Papa Murphy's and Pinkberry brands together under one roof for…...

4+ hour, 31+ min ago   (1325+ words) inLIFE Wellness offers entrepreneurs a Pilates franchise built on streamlined operations and strong support as boutique fitness demand grows. Reformer Pilates may be enjoying a surge in popularity, but for inLIFE Wellness founder and CEO Scott Capelin, the opportunity goes…...

6+ hour, 20+ min ago   (368+ words) By Tony Corbin in Featured, Industry News 12th October 2026 One Stop is providing all franchise partners with access to its order aggregation solution, helping stores simplify operations, improve efficiency, and maximise online sales opportunities. The convenience retailer said its franchise partners…...

6+ day, 5+ hour ago   (246+ words) The suspicious death last week of a worker at a research lab in Siberia that has fueled global concerns about suspected pneumonic plague is just the latest example of how Russia manages the official narrative. The Kremlin has long maintained…...

5+ hour, 32+ min ago   (1257+ words) Premier Design + Build Group, LLC When developers expand their operations into new territories, geographic growth often poses significant challenges. Navigating unique regional rules and regulations can stall a project before a developer even breaks ground. Traditionally, developers have relied on…...