Franchise News & Insights Archive

The strongest brands this month had one thing in common

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Apr 16, 2026

What this week’s franchise growth stories are really telling us

Timothy Katsch

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Mar 25, 2026

News

Kevin Hart Walks Into Burn Boot Camp; Everyone Gets Stronger

Tim Katsch

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Feb 12, 2026

Menu Magic

Shipley Do-Nuts Brings Back Heart-Shaped Donuts for Valentine’s Day

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Feb 11, 2026

Menu Magic

Happy Joe’s Brings Back Heart-Shaped Pizza for Valentine’s Day

Tim Katsch

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Feb 10, 2026

Franchise Supplier

Opening the Black Box: FranchiseNow’s DreamStartTM Turns Franchise Funding Into a Glass Hallway

Tim Katsch

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Feb 4, 2026

Menu Magic

Nothing Bundt Cakes Brings Back Banana Pudding Cake, Debuts Dubai Chocolate Pop-Up Flavor

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Feb 3, 2026

Launch Lane

Carvel Ice Cream Cakes Debuts Bold New Packaging and Logo Nationwide

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Feb 2, 2026

Franchise Executive Brief

A Look at Franchise Sales Organizations (FSOs) 2026: Emerging Brands Leaning on Growth Partners

Tim Katsch

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Feb 2, 2026

Menu Magic

Friendly’s Refreshes Core Menu, Expands Happy Ending Menu with New Entrées

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Feb 1, 2026

Talent Spotlight

Edible Brands Promotes Angela Johnson to Chief Marketing Officer

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Feb 1, 2026

Marketing

Precision as a Competitive Advantage in Franchise Development Marketing

Eugene Sefanov

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Jan 27, 2026