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Sep. 20, 2012

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Glaze Teriyaki Grill plots expansion

NRN speaks with founder Paul Krug...More
Sep. 19, 2012

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Corner Bakery Café franchise deals move brand into new regions

East Coast, Pacific Northwest deals working...More
Sep. 10, 2012

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Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza plans 100 units in Middle East

The expansion will mark the chain's international debut...More
Aug. 29, 2012

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Papa John's renews franchisee incentive program

Papa John’s International Inc. has renewed its Development Incentive Program for 2013, continuing the same offers to domestic franchisees who open new restaurants before the end of next year....More
Aug. 27, 2012

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East Coast Wings & Grill CEO talks expansion, menu

Sam Ballas discusses his plan for growing the casual-dining chain...More
Aug. 23, 2012

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Yum franchisee gives advice on restaurant financing

Tabbassum Mumtaz on navigating the current lending environment...More
Aug. 21, 2012

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Smashburger names Brett Willis SVP of franchise sales

Willis previously worked at Johnny Rockets and Arby's...More
Aug. 17, 2012

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Bruegger's franchisee co-brands units with Jamba Juice

Dual-branded units are located in Connecticut...More
Aug. 15, 2012

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Jack in the Box sells 18 Houston units for $7.3M

Move is part of ongoing refranchising initiative...More
Aug. 15, 2012

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Sarku Japan steps up U.S. expansion

QSR plans new units in New York, New Jersey and Washington, D.C....More
Aug. 13, 2012

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Biglari Holdings: Steak 'n Shake franchise expenses lower 3Q profit

Expenses rose while earnings dropped...More
Aug. 7, 2012

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Carrols: Newly purchased Burger King units boosted 2Q sales

Restaurant sales increased 37.8-percent for the quarter...More
Jul. 28, 2012

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Tracking the new fast-casual pizza players

Take a look at four chains that are leading the fast-casual pizza pack...More
Jul. 25, 2012

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DineEquity to complete Applebee’s franchising initiative

The company agreed to sell 65 locations in Michigan...More
Jul. 18, 2012

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Tea Lounge to expand to Middle East

Franchisee will open first location in Kuwait City...More
Jul. 17, 2012

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Famous Dave’s opens first international location in Canada

The brand wants to increase North American presence...More
Jul. 11, 2012

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Arby’s refranchises units, plans new ad campaign

The first deal entails a sale of 51 units...More
Jun. 29, 2012

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Parent company acquires Pollo Campero units from franchisee

Campero USA Corp. purchased units from American Pollo...More
Jun. 28, 2012

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Zaxby's signs development deal with Wendy's franchisee

Deal calls for rights to Virginia area market...More
Jun. 26, 2012

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Beef 'O' Brady's buys franchise rights to The Brass Tap

Chain plans to grow the three-unit concept...More
Jun. 22, 2012

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Franchisees strive for success as new franchisors of Bagger Dave's, 32 Degrees

Michael Ansley, Jeff Pizitz discuss franchising experiences...More
Jun. 15, 2012

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Wendy's buys 30 franchised restaurants in Texas

Company bought units from operators Dave and Jason Near...More
Jun. 14, 2012

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Middle East seen as hot growth market

Caribou Coffee, Wing Zone expanding in the region...More
Jun. 14, 2012

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Applebee's franchisee causes stir with 'Life is Better Shared' campaign

Corporate: Campaign does not align with brand standards...More
Jun. 7, 2012

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Fazoli's names Craig Sherwood VP of franchise development

Sherwood replaces James Franks...More

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