How a Toppers Pizza franchisee thrives on campus life, fun

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Tish Howard operates the Toppers Pizza franchise on the campus of Texas Christian University. With college students as built-in clientele, the pizzeria has an…

Pizza Nova opens 4th store in Oakville, Ontario

April 22, 2024

Ontario-based Pizza Nova has opened its fourth location in Oakville, Ontario. The brand will host a ribbon cutting, special event and community fundraiser on…

Little Caesars to add more than 30 restaurants across 7 states

April 18, 2024

Little Caesars has signed franchise agreements to open more than 30 restaurants in seven U.S. markets, according to a press release.

Uncle Joe’s Famous Pizzeria growing through acquisitions

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Uncle Joe's Famous Pizzeria was purchased by Scott and Tana Gerber in 2023. The brand is growing by acquiring pizzerias whose owners are looking to retire or…

Mountain Mike's Pizza expands eastward with Wisconsin franchise deals

April 15, 2024

Mountain Mike's Pizza, a 45-year-old pizza chain known for its large pizzas and curly pepperoni, announced its expansion into Wisconsin, its 10th state. The…

Russo's New York Pizzeria to expand in California with multi-unit franchise deal

April 15, 2024

Russo's New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen, a restaurant chain known for its family recipes and New York-style pizza, plans to open multiple locations in…

Stoner's Pizza Joint to open 3 franchised units in Florida

April 15, 2024

Stoner's Pizza Joint will open three locations in Florida. The franchised stores will be located in Tampa, Fort Lauderdale and St. Augustine, according to a…

Cicis Pizza inks deal for 6 units in Texas

April 11, 2024

Cicis Pizza has signed a six-unit deal for Texas with Frank and Judy Rogers, existing owners of more than 10 Cicis locations in Dallas/ Forth Worth, according…

Papa Johns inks deal with Bajco Group to open 50 restaurants

April 10, 2024

Papa Johns struck a deal with franchisee Nadeem Bajwa and his company, The Bajco Group, to open 50 restaurants by 2028. The expansion targets Bajwa's existing…

Long John Silver’s, Blaze Pizza, Slim Chickens execs talk expansion, real estate

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Restaurants executives from Long John SIlver's, Moxie, Slim Chickens and Blaze Pizza talked about expansion and the state of restaurant real estate at the…

Pizza Factory's culture, ethos builds solid company with individuality

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Pizza Factory owner and franchisee Mary Jane Riva shares insight on menu strategy and store models.

TikTok a powerful call-to-action tool for restaurant operators

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Three TikTok experts led a panel discussion on using the social media platform at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit in Kansas City.

Marco's Pizza signs deal for 50 units in Mexico City

March 20, 2024

Marco's Pizza has inked a 50-unit master franchise agreement for Mexico City, according to a press release.

Slice House by Tony Gemignani takes top honors at Pizza Marketplace Top 100 Movers & Shakers event

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Slice House has awarded over 139 franchise agreements since the brand began franchising last year.

Donatos to enter DFW with 20 planned units

March 18, 2024

Donatos will enter Texas, according to a press release.

PizzaForno heats up Maryland

March 15, 2024

Automated pizza company PizzaForno has entered Maryland with a location on Georgia Avenue in Silver Spring, Maryland, according to a press release.

Mountain Mike's Pizza opens in Sparks, Nevada

March 13, 2024

A new Mountain Mike's Pizza restaurant has opened in Sparks, Nevada. This is the latest addition to the chain known for its large pizzas and signature crispy…

Marco's Pizza inks 4-unit deal for Idaho

March 11, 2024

Marco's Pizza has announced a development deal for four locations in Boise, Idaho. The move aims to fortify the brand's footprint in the northwest region…

Mountain Mike’s Pizza Expands in the Greater Reno Area With New Restaurant in Sparks, Nevada

Leading Family-Style Pizza Chain Continues Growing in the Silver State with More Nevada Restaurants Planned

Pizza Factory opens in Madera, California

March 7, 2024

Pizza Factory opened today in Madera, California, according to a press release.