Talent Spotlight

Highlights the people shaping franchising, from executive promotions and key hires to leadership transitions and inspiring stories of standout franchise talent across the industry.

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May 20, 2026

Talent Spotlight

Edible Brands Promotes Angela Johnson to Chief Marketing Officer

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Feb 1, 2026

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Vicious Biscuit Promotes Amanda Parker to Vice President of Marketing

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Jan 20, 2026

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QDOBA Appoints Cathy Tang as Chief Legal Officer

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Jan 14, 2026

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Savory Fund Names Clay Dover CEO, Promotes Co-Founder Shauna K. Smith to Managing Director

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Jan 8, 2026

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Little Caesars Elevates Leadership Team to Support Continued Global Growth

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Dec 12, 2025

Talent Spotlight

Re-Bath Appoints Jack Jones as New Chief Financial Officer

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Dec 4, 2025

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Jersey Mike’s Subs Names Michele Allen Chief Financial Officer

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Dec 3, 2025

Talent Spotlight

Houston TX Hot Chicken Names Andie Smirl Director of Franchise Sales

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Nov 24, 2025

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Kate Wright Joins Camp Bow Wow as Vice President of Marketing

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Nov 21, 2025

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BRIX Holdings Names Erik Jensen Vice President of Marketing

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Nov 11, 2025

Talent Spotlight

FranConnect Expands Leadership Team to Accelerate AI Innovation and Growth

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Nov 6, 2025

Talent Spotlight

Panera Bread Appoints Earl Ellis as Chief Financial Officer

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Oct 21, 2025

Talent Spotlight

Planet Fitness Appoints Sarah Powell as General Counsel to Support Global Growth

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Oct 21, 2025

Talent Spotlight

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers Appoints Louis San Miguel as Chief Financial Officer

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Oct 17, 2025

Talent Spotlight

FranConnect Appoints Adam Walton as Chief Customer Officer to Drive Global Growth

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Oct 10, 2025

Talent Spotlight

Jersey Mike’s Appoints Betsy Mercado as Chief People Officer

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Oct 6, 2025

Talent Spotlight

Re-Bath Names Chuck Berry as COO to Power Operational Growth

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Oct 2, 2025

Talent Spotlight

Heather Hudson Named CEO of 9Round Kickboxing Fitness

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Sep 25, 2025

Talent Spotlight

Beth Toenies

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Sep 10, 2025

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Phil Andreopoulos

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Sep 9, 2025

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Scott Kennedy

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Sep 2, 2025

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Stacy Peterson

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Sep 2, 2025

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Ben Kramer

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Aug 11, 2025

Talent Spotlight

The Picklr Names Abby Olson as New Chief Operating Officer

Franchise Brief Editorial

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Jul 10, 2025