Franchising News & Media

Pizza Inn reinvests in Texas unit with transformative modernization

February 27, 2026

Pizza Inn has revamped its Mesquite, Texas, location with a fully modernized design that marks a step forward for the brand's next chapter of growth, according…

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Hungry Howie's expands Ohio footprint with Sylvania opening

February 26, 2026

Hungry Howie's has opened a location in Sylvania. The store will offer special promotions and giveaways beginning Feb. 27, according to a press release.

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Speaker Spotlight: Chris Noffze, director of direct franchising and operations, Gong cha

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

In today's Speaker Spotlight, we are highlighting Chris Noffze, director of direct franchising and operations at Gong cha Americas, who will be sharing…

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Experienced franchisees acquire 2 Kentucky Mr Gatti's locations

February 25, 2026

Mr Gatti's Pizza has announced the acquisition of its Shepherdsville and Brandenburg, Kentucky, restaurants by experienced local entrepreneurs, according to a…

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Mr Gatti's Pizza looking to expand in Houston

February 18, 2026

Mr Gatti's Pizza is targeting the Houston market for expansion, according to a press release.

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Jeff's Bagel Run: From garage bagels to 30 and growing

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

On this episode of the Founderology — Built to Breakthrough podcast, I talk with Jeff Perera, co-Founder of Jeff’s Bagel Run and a member of the inaugural…

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The 10-25 Unit Playbook: Scale Without Chaos

Unlock the proven systems top restaurant operators use to scale without chaos. If you’re stuck juggling fires across 10–25 locations, this guide shows you the…

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Pizza Guys to open 4th San Diego location

February 16, 2026

Pizza Guys will open its fourth San Diego location on Feb. 26, according to a press release.

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Speaker Spotlight: Eddie Flores, co-founder L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, chairman of L&L Franchise, Inc.

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

In his RFIS keynote Eddie Flores will share "unconventional" strategies that led L&L Hawaiian Barbecuse to eight consecutive #1 Asian food franchise rankings.

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Donatos Pizza to develop Charlotte market

February 10, 2026

Donatos Pizza has inked a development agreement in the Charlotte market, with the franchise partner's first location slated for a late 2026 opening, according…

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Rotolo's Craft & Crust opens 7th restaurant in Texas

February 6, 2026

Rotolo's Craft & Crust has opened a location in Willow Park, Texas. The Louisiana-brand's newest restaurant is under the helm of franchisees Matt and…

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Grimaldi's Pizzeria to open in Madison, Alabama

February 4, 2026

Grimaldi's Pizzeria will open a location in Madison, Alabama, this March. The move marks the third Grimaldi's location in Alabama and its 45th location in the…

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Speaker Spotlight: Seth Larsen, CDO, Cheba Hut Toasted Subs

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

Seth Larsen, CDO of Cheba Hut Toasted Subs talks about how stays ahead of the competition while having a blast in today's speaker spotlight.

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Slice House by Tony Gemignani to open in Gilbert, Arizona

February 3, 2026

Fast-casual pizza franchise Slice House by Tony Gemignani will open a location in Gilbert, Arizona. It will be the first in the state, according to a press…

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Slice House by Tony Gemignani opens in Boulder

February 2, 2026

Slice House by Tony Gemignani has opened in Boulder, Colorado, according to a press release.

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Donatos to enter Houston market

January 27, 2026

Donatos Pizza will enter the Houston market, with the first of two to three locations slated to open this summer, according to a press release.

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Hungry Howie's accelerates Detroit expansion with 3 restaurant openings, campus location

January 23, 2026

Hungry Howie's has opened three locations in Mt. Clemens, Redford and West Bloomfield, all in Michigan, with a Detroit proper location on the Wayne State…

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Speaker Spotlight: Troy Hooper, CEO, Hot Palette America - Pepper Lunch

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Troy Hooper, CEO of Hot Palette America - Pepper Lunch, shares a look at his career, his achievements and industry trends ahead of his appearance at the…

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Restaurant leaders share tips for driving growth, innovating when franchising

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

At the upcoming Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit, top restaurant executives will share how they’re scaling smarter and growing faster through bold…

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Pizza Guys opens in Westminster, California

January 20, 2026

Sacramento-based Pizza Guys has opened a restaurant in Westminster, California, according to a press release.

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