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Franchise C-Suite Roundup: A Wave of Leadership Changes Hits US Networks in Q3 2026
26/08/2026A wave of senior leadership appointments swept through the US franchise sector during the third quarter of 2026, spanning fitness, home care, casual dining, and restaurant development. A monthly executive hiring roundup published by Franchising.com on August 25 catalogued dozens…
Franchise for Sale: Find the Right Franchise Opportunity
25/08/2026The International Franchise Association projects 845,000 franchise establishments across the United States in 2026, employing 8.9 million people and producing $921.4 billion in output. That footprint sustains a steady market of franchises for sale, from brand-new territories offered by franchisors…
Two Major Franchisee Bankruptcies Signal Continued Stress in QSR
24/07/2026Two franchisee bankruptcies are drawing attention to the financial stress gripping QSR operators in mid-2026. Superior Star, a 59-unit Hardee's franchisee, filed for Chapter 11 protection on July 9 after a 2023 acquisition saddled it with hidden liabilities. Separately, Sailormen,…
Dave’s Hot Chicken Franchise Group Raises Funds for Veterans Through USA Cares Partnership
13/07/2026The US franchise sector strengthened its connection to veterans' causes in early July 2026 as the franchise brand Dave's Hot Chicken and its multi-unit franchise operator CW Strong Restaurants launched a two-week customer round-up campaign across 18 locations in California,…
Can You Open a Sweetgreen Restaurant in the U.S.?
07/07/2026Sweetgreen has built one of the most recognizable brands in fast-casual dining, with over 140 company-owned locations serving salads, grain bowls, and warm plates made from locally sourced produce. The brand does not offer franchise opportunities: every restaurant in its…
Grasons Named to Entrepreneur’s 2026 Top Franchises Under $100,000
07/07/2026Recognition in Entrepreneur magazine's annual franchise rankings draws consistent attention from prospective franchisees and industry observers. Grasons, an estate sale and business liquidation franchise brand, has been named to the publication's 2026 Top Franchises Under $100,000 list. Part of the…
Can You Open a Trader Joe’s Store in the U.S.?
06/07/2026Trader Joe's ranks among the most recognizable grocery chains in the United States, with more than 600 store locations and a following built on private-label products, competitive prices, and a curated in-store experience. For entrepreneurs drawn to the brand's model,…
The Starbucks You Can Only Reach Through a Military Checkpoint — and 120,000 People Have Made the Trip
03/07/2026To get a coffee at this Starbucks, you pass through a military checkpoint, board a shuttle, and look out over North Korea. More than 120,000 people have done exactly that since the location opened in November 2024 — making it…
How to Set Up a Handyman Business in the U.S. in 2026: Costs, Licenses & Step-by-Step Guide
30/06/2026The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports about 1.4 million general maintenance and repair workers in the United States. In May 2024, the median annual wage was $48,620, with approximately 159,800 job openings projected annually through 2034. This sustained demand…
Jersey Mike’s Dethrones Chick-fil-A as America’s Top QSR in 2026 ACSI Survey
29/06/2026Jersey Mike's franchise brand has claimed the top spot in the 2026 American Customer Satisfaction Index, posting a score of 84 and ending Chick-fil-A's unbroken 11-year run as America's favorite quick-service restaurant. The result marks a milestone for the sandwich…
