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Wendy’s Minions & Monsters Drive-Thru: How One Location Generated a National Marketing Coup
22/06/2026On June 11, 2026, the franchise brand Wendy's ran a one-location drive-thru activation in Norwalk, California, ahead of its national Minions & Monsters campaign. The event generated seven-hour wait times and went viral on TikTok before the national menu even…
Cruise Planners Scores 99/100 in Franchisee Satisfaction, Lands Dual National Recognition
18/06/2026Franchisee satisfaction has become one of the most scrutinized metrics in franchise evaluation, and Cruise Planners just received two of the sector's most visible endorsements in a single week. On June 17, 2026, the nation's largest home-based travel agency franchise…
PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans Lands 7-Unit Deal in Central Kentucky’s Convenience Store Market
18/06/2026The beverage category inside convenience stores has become one of the fastest-growing segments in US retail food service. On June 17, 2026, PJ's Coffee of New Orleans announced a 7-unit license agreement with Estepp Energy, a family-owned operator of more…
How to Franchise a Business: Build, Own, and Sell a Franchise in the U.S. in 2026
17/06/2026U.S. franchising is projected to surpass $920 billion in economic output in 2026 across roughly 845,000 establishments, according to the International Franchise Association. Behind that figure sits a full ownership lifecycle: converting a company into a franchise, buying into an…
How to Start a Travel Agency in the US in 2026: Costs, Steps, and What You Need to Know
15/06/2026In 2025, the U.S. had about 59,673 travel agencies (IBISWorld) and roughly 190,000 travel advisors (ASTA). Digital tools and cloud platforms have transformed the industry, enabling remote work and fueling niche specialization in areas like cruises, luxury, and adventure travel.…
Zaxby’s Names Russell Holland Chief Development Officer as National Expansion Accelerates
15/06/2026Zaxby's, the fast-casual chicken franchise brand, has confirmed Russell Holland as its permanent Chief Development Officer, effective immediately. Holland, who stepped in as interim CDO in February 2026 following the brand's 1,000th restaurant opening, brings nearly 20 years of real…
Nothing Bundt Cakes Activates Its 821-Unit Network for America’s 250th Birthday
12/06/2026The United States turns 250 this July 4th, and national franchise networks are moving quickly to capitalize on the milestone. Nothing Bundt Cakes, the bakery chain with 821 locations across the country, has launched a summer lineup of patriotic products…
Army Veteran Leads Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Franchise Turnaround in Tacoma
12/06/2026Franchise unit transfers are a well-established route into franchise ownership in the United States. Franchise brand Dickey's Barbecue Pit saw U.S. Army veteran Michael Cheong-Leen take over its Tacoma, Washington, location in March 2026. Since becoming franchisee, he has introduced…
Rock N’ Roll Sushi Makes Its Michigan Debut in Taylor
12/06/2026Franchise unit transfers are a well-established route into franchise ownership in the United States. At a Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Tacoma, Washington, U.S. Army veteran Michael Cheong-Leen took over as franchisee in March 2026 and has since rolled out a…
How to Open a Paint and Sip Business in the US in 2026: Costs, Steps, and What You Need to Know
12/06/2026The paint and sip concept turned a night out into a small business category. Studios combine a guided painting class with drinks, and the model now spans independent storefronts, mobile setups, and national paint and sip franchises. Opening one in…
