Franchising

BURGERFI INTERNATIONAL, INC. NAMES CARL BACHMANN AS CEO

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BurgerFi International, Inc. (Nasdaq: BFI, BFIIW) ("BurgerFi" or the "Company"), owner of leading fast-casual brand BurgerFi and the casual dining pizza brand Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings, recently attracted industry veteran Carl J. Bachmann from a larger burger chain and appointed him as CEO for their organization. Bachmann, who will start with the Company on July 10th, is a career restaurant professional with extensive experience in both the burger and pizza spaces. He has served in various leadership roles and has an established record of growing brands and helping them remain competitive.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BurgerFi International, Inc. (Nasdaq: BFI, BFIIW) ("BurgerFi" or the "Company"), owner of leading fast-casual brand BurgerFi and the casual dining pizza brand Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings, recently attracted industry veteran Carl J. Bachmann from a larger burger chain and appointed him as CEO for their organization.
  • Bachmann, who will start with the Company on July 10th, is a career restaurant professional with extensive experience in both the burger and pizza spaces.
  • "Carl brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in the restaurant space that will be valuable for our enterprise.
  • Prior to joining BurgerFi, Bachmann served as President for Smashburger, the Denver-based chain that specializes in custom burgers.

Chicken Salad Chick Named a Top 50 Franchise for Women by Franchise Business Review

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
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ATLANTA, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick was identified by Franchise Business Review as being one of only 50 franchises to qualify as a 2023 Top Franchise for Women.

Key Points: 
  • Today, Chicken Salad Chick is comprised of 20 percent women franchisees and 60 percent of husband/wife duos and/or multi-family owned throughout the system.
  • "Chicken Salad Chick is a great brand for everyone but especially women looking to become their own boss," said Julie Beville.
  • Chicken Salad Chick was among 322 franchise brands, representing over 8,100 female franchise owners, that participated in Franchise Business Review's research on the Top Franchises for Women.
  • "At Chicken Salad Chick, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive brand and that is all thanks to our founder," said Scott Deviney, CEO of Chicken Salad Chick.

OHM Fitness to Open 70 New Locations Across Texas Triangle

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
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DALLAS, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- OHM Fitness will open 70 EMS fitness studios in the Texas Triangle through its newest franchise partner over the next few years. OHM Fitness offers a high-tech, high-energy EMS fitness experience that packs the benefits of an intense two-hour workout into a low-impact, 25-minute session.

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  • Experienced Franchisee & Dallas Resident Shivam Khanna Secured Area Representative Rights to Bring EMS Group Fitness to the Dallas Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio and Houston
    DALLAS, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- OHM Fitness will open 70 EMS fitness studios in the Texas Triangle through its newest franchise partner over the next few years.
  • OHM Fitness offers a high-tech, high-energy EMS fitness experience that packs the benefits of an intense two-hour workout into a low-impact, 25-minute session.
  • "The Texas Triangle is one of the fastest-growing areas in the United States and is a perfect place to introduce the OHM Fitness brand," said Khanna.
  • "OHM Fitness is revolutionizing the fitness industry for the digital age by utilizing a tech-forward proprietary suit to essentially hack working out.

Capriotti's Sandwich Shop and Wing Zone Experience Positive Momentum Throughout Q1

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Coming off a strong 2022 that saw record-breaking growth for Capriotti's Sandwich Shop (Capriotti's) and Wing Zone, development efforts have continued their upward momentum throughout Q1. The start of 2023 has proven successful for the popular fast-casual brands, as Capriotti's signed agreements to develop 9 new restaurants and Wing Zone inked deals for another 13 restaurants. These deals include the first-ever Capriotti's location in Alabama and the first Wing Zone locations in Utah and Washington.

Key Points: 
  • Capriotti's and Wing Zone are continuously recognized by industry leaders and peers for the brand's innovation and stand-out performance.
  • In March, Capriotti's and Wing Zone franchisees, Brenda Torres and Adam Wyatt, garnered the Franchisee of the Year Award in Las Vegas at the International Franchise Association (IFA).
  • Founded in 1993, Wing Zone is an international fast-casual restaurant franchise known for its cooked-to-order, flavor-fused chicken wings, and tenders.
  • For more information about the Wing Zone franchise opportunity, please visit https://wingzonefranchise.com/ .

Canadian Franchise Association Announces Winners of the 2023 Awards of Excellence in Franchising

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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To reflect this diversity and to ensure participating franchise systems are being rated against their peers, the CFA Awards of Excellence in Franchising program includes seven categories and two Grand Prizes.

Key Points: 
  • To reflect this diversity and to ensure participating franchise systems are being rated against their peers, the CFA Awards of Excellence in Franchising program includes seven categories and two Grand Prizes.
  • Considered the pinnacle of franchise achievement in Canada, the CFA Awards of Excellence in Franchising are given annually to franchise systems that have demonstrated superior franchise relations, leadership, training, and communications.
  • “The CFA Awards of Excellence in Franchising acknowledges the top achievers in the Canadian franchising industry.
  • The 2023 CFA Awards of Excellence in Franchising winners are:
    Traditional Franchises: Inspiration Learning Center – Tutoring and Private School | Non-Traditional Franchises: EverLine Coatings and Services

ComForCare Awards Its Highest Honor to Franchisee at Annual Conference

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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The 20th annual ComForCare/At Your Side franchise conference took place March 2-4 in Lake Las Vegas, Nevada, welcoming over 225 staff members and franchisees.

Key Points: 
  • The 20th annual ComForCare/At Your Side franchise conference took place March 2-4 in Lake Las Vegas, Nevada, welcoming over 225 staff members and franchisees.
  • "It is truly an honor for our family to be recognized for this award," said Rick Wrabel.
  • "We are dedicated to providing the leadership and tools to help our caregivers provide the highest level of service to our clients.
  • We are passionate about serving our community and helping our clients live their best lives possible at home."

Motel 6 Receives CFA Franchisees’ Choice Designation for Third Consecutive Year

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
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TORONTO, ON, March 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Realstar Hospitality is delighted to announce that Motel 6 has been named a recipient of the CFA Franchisees' Choice Designation for the third consecutive year.

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  • TORONTO, ON, March 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Realstar Hospitality is delighted to announce that Motel 6 has been named a recipient of the CFA Franchisees' Choice Designation for the third consecutive year.
  • He added that the designation is particularly important since it is based on feedback from Motel 6 franchisees.
  • The Franchisees' Choice Designation Program, now in its 13th year, recognized Motel 6 for its exceptional franchise service.
  • For prospective franchisees, the Franchisees' Choice Designation provides a solid endorsement through the satisfaction ratings of existing franchisees.

Days Inns - Canada Awarded with Franchisees' Choice Designation for Third Year Running

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023
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TORONTO, ON, March 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Days Inns - Canada , one of the country's leading hotel chains, has been recognized as a recipient of the 2023 Franchisees' Choice Designation by the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA).

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  • TORONTO, ON, March 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Days Inns - Canada , one of the country's leading hotel chains, has been recognized as a recipient of the 2023 Franchisees' Choice Designation by the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA).
  • Now in its 13th year, the annual Franchisees' Choice Designation Program recognized Days Inns - Canada for their accomplishments in franchise service.
  • "We are delighted to be honoured with the Franchisees' Choice Designation by the CFA for the third consecutive year," said Irwin Prince, President & COO of Days Inns - Canada.
  • The Franchisees' Choice Designation is awarded to franchise systems that demonstrate excellence in franchisee satisfaction.

Terri Smith of Woodhouse Spas Awarded Franchisee of the Year by International Franchise Association

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023
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INDIANAPOLIS, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The International Franchise Association (IFA) has named Terri Smith owner of Woodhouse Spas Carmel, Bottleworks, Zionsville, and Fishers in the greater Indianapolis, Indiana region as a 2023 Franchisee of the Year. Smith was honored at the 63rd IFA Annual Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, for being an outstanding franchise establishment owner-operator.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The International Franchise Association (IFA) has named Terri Smith owner of Woodhouse Spas Carmel, Bottleworks, Zionsville, and Fishers in the greater Indianapolis, Indiana region as a 2023 Franchisee of the Year.
  • Smith was honored at the 63rd IFA Annual Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, for being an outstanding franchise establishment owner-operator.
  • "Franchisee of the Year recipients represent the best in franchising," said Matthew Haller, president and CEO of the International Franchise Association.
  • The Franchisee of the Year Award, sponsored by IFA's partner Paychex, recognizes leading franchise owners from IFA member brands whose outstanding performance and contributions help protect, enhance, and promote the franchise business model.

Noah Stone and Vy Tran of The Joint Chiropractic Awarded Franchisee of the Year by International Franchise Association

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Joint Corp. (NASDQ: JYNT), the nation's largest provider of chiropractic care through The Joint Chiropractic® network, announces Noah Stone and Vy Tran as the International Franchise Association's (IFA) 2023 Franchisee of the Year. Stone and Tran are multi-unit franchisees for The Joint Chiropractic and were recently honored at the 63rd IFA Annual Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, for being an outstanding franchise establishment owner-operator.

Key Points: 
  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Joint Corp. (NASDQ: JYNT), the nation's largest provider of chiropractic care through The Joint Chiropractic® network, announces Noah Stone and Vy Tran as the International Franchise Association's (IFA) 2023 Franchisee of the Year.
  • Stone and Tran are multi-unit franchisees for The Joint Chiropractic and were recently honored at the 63rd IFA Annual Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, for being an outstanding franchise establishment owner-operator.
  • "Noah and Vy exemplify excellence, dedication and service and I congratulate them on this award," said Peter D. Holt.
  • "Franchisee of the Year recipients represent the best in franchising," said Matthew Haller, president and CEO of the International Franchise Association.