Webinar to explore multi-unit franchising

November 20, 2023

The upcoming webinar, "Mastering Multi-Unit Franchise Success: Insights from a Seasoned Operator," scheduled for Dec. 5, 2023, at 2 p.m. EST, promises to be a…

How to Motivate Franchise Operators to Follow Standardized Processes

Consistency is key to franchise success. Ensuring franchisees follow standardized procedures is key to maintaining that consistency.

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Donatos Pizza inks deals for Louisville, Orlando

November 17, 2023

Donatos Pizza has announced two development deals for Louisville, Kentucky and Orlando, Florida, according to a press release.

Red's Savoy Pizza opens 1st location in Iowa

November 17, 2023

Red Savoy's Pizza has opened its first location in Iowa. The franchised unit is located at 203 Pierce Street in Sioux City, according to a press release.

Papa Johns senior VP of development talks growth, sales increases

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Papa Johns new store openings have been the best the brand has experienced in the past five years. Editor Mandy Detwiler talks to the company's new SVP of…

Sarpino's USA opens 1st Colorado location

November 9, 2023

Sarpino's USA has opened its first Colorado location in Westminster. The Denver-area restaurant is operated by franchisees Samar Sawaged and Sid Demirovski…

Little Caesars to add 15 locations in 2 markets

November 8, 2023

Little Caesars has inked two franchise deals to add 15 locations to the Boston and Chicago markets, according to a press release.

Mister O1 to open 3rd Texas location

November 7, 2023

Artisan pizza brand Mister O1 will open its third Texas restaurant on Nov. 14. The unit is located in Mansfield, Texas, according to a press release.

Slice House by Tony Gemignani inks deal for 6 more California locations

October 30, 2023

Franchise group Batta Group Inc. has signed a deal to open six Slice House by Tony Gemignani California units, three in San Bernadino County and three in…

Jimmy John's franchisee inks deal for 7 Toppers Pizza units

October 27, 2023

Wisconsin-based Toppers Pizza has inked a seven-unit deal with new franchisee Corbett Harris, a resident of Greenville, North Carolina, for the Greenville…

Red's Savoy Pizza to open in Fargo, North Dakota

October 27, 2023

Minnesota-based Red's Savoy Pizza will open its 20th location on Oct. 28. The unit is in Fargo, North Dakota, according to a press release.

Cousins continue family legacy with Artichoke Basille’s Pizza success story

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Artichoke Basille's Pizza is a New York City mainstay with 16 units. The brand has begun to franchise, and a store might be coming to your community soon.

Mountain Mike’s Pizza Continues Growing Throughout California With First Ventura County Location

Leading Family-Style Pizza Chain Now Open in Oxnard

SynergySuite Crowned the “Best SaaS for Catering & Hospitality” in the 2023 SaaS Awards

SynergySuite, a leading provider of enterprise solutions for restaurant back-of-house operations, has been declared the winner of the “Best SaaS for Catering …

How to Motivate Franchise Operators to Follow Standardized Processes (and Why You Should)

Leave with a better understanding of key areas where consistency is king in the restaurant industry, and gain some helpful tips for implementing repeatable…

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Wiseguy Pizza shaped by worldly inspiration, dedication to quality

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Wiseguy Pizza, launched by Nuri Erol and now owned by Thompson Hospitality, had five locations in the D.C./Maryland/Virginia region. The brand has grown with…

Mr Gatti's Pizza announces retirements of longtime franchisees, new owners

September 22, 2023

Mr Gatti's Pizza has announced that four of its established locations will continue their legacies under fresh new ownership as their longtime owners embrace…

Mr. Gatti's Pizza opens in Ft. Worth

September 21, 2023

Mr Gatti's Pizza has opened a restaurant in Forth Worth, Texas under the helm of franchisee Kirk Jefferies, according to a press release.

Mountain Mike's Pizza opens in Pismo Beach, California

September 13, 2023

Mountain Mike's Pizza has opened a location in Pismo Beach, California, under the helm of local Gary Grewal with Tiger Foods & Hospitality, according to a…

How to motivate franchisees to adhere to standardized processes

September 12, 2023

In the dynamic world of the franchise industry, ensuring that franchise operators adhere to standardized processes is crucial for achieving consistency and…