Toppers Pizza leaders' epic road trip is all about gathering insight

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Scott Gittrich and his wife, Robin, are on a trip to visit all 71 stores in the Toppers Pizza franchise. Along the way they're holding town halls and meeting…

Marco's Pizza makes adjustments to franchise development program

May 2, 2022

Marco's Pizza has revealed major enhancements to its franchise development program. The company has a goal of 1,500 units by the end of 2023, according to a…

PizzaWala's ready to franchise using family recipes, experience

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Michigan-based PizzaWala's uses family recipes steeped in Indian tradition. After the pandemic halted efforts to grow, the concept is ready to franchise.

P.F. Chang's, Shipley Do-Nuts, WOWorks, Oath Pizza share ways to lure multi-unit operators

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

Franchisors need strong listening and communication skills, as well as a strong brand foundation, when looking to partner with multi-unit franchisees.

Pizza Factory expanding Washington footprint

April 27, 2022

Pizza Factory has signed an agreement to further expand in Redmond, Washington. New franchisees and business entrepreneurs Taranjit Sekhon and Arshdeep Brar…

Mountain Mike's Pizza opens in Atascadero, California

April 27, 2022

Mountain Mike's has opened in Atascadero, California, marking the brand's first location in San Louis Obispo County, according to a press release.

Marco's Pizza to open in Gainsville, Florida

April 25, 2022

Marco's Pizza will open its first Gainsville, Florida store, on May 2 according to a report in The Gainsville Sun.

Curry Pizza House to open 2nd Texas location

April 22, 2022

Curry Pizza House will open a location in Frisco, Texas, later this year. The Indian-fusion pizza brand is based in California and has a franchise location in…

Russo's New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen inks 5-unit deal in Qatar

April 21, 2022

Texas-based Russo's New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen has signed a five-unit franchise deal in Qatar, fulfilling a key geographic goal in the…

Artichoke Basille's Pizza expands Arizona footprint

April 21, 2022

Artichoke Basille's Pizza is expanding its Arizona footprint with the opening of a second Phoenix location. That brings the brand's count in Arizona to three…

Chick-fil-A, P.F. Chang's, IHOP leaders share tips for successful franchisor-franchisee connection

Top restaurant brands offer insight on what factors are critical in developing a successful franchisor-franchisee relationship.

Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza and Taproom makes Florida debut

April 19, 2022

Smokin' Oak Wood-Fired Pizza and Taproom will open its first Florida location on May 3. The restaurant, in Brooksville, will be run by Rod and Cat Scott and…

Pizza Guys opening in Bakersfield, California

April 19, 2022

Sacramento, California-based Pizza Guys will expand its California presence when a Bakersfield location opens this month.

Mountain Mike's Pizza adds 2nd Arizona unit

April 18, 2022

Mountain Mike's Pizza has opened its second Arizona unit and it's located in Chandler. The restaurant is owned and operated by Pelican Food Concepts, according…

Coal-fired ovens, strong customer focus drive Grimaldi's franchise strategy

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Grimaldi's is capitalizing on a century-old baking style utilizing coal-fired ovens and now, with operations all in place, the company is embracing franchising.

Mr. Gatti's relaunches franchise efforts

April 13, 2022

Mr. Gatti's has launched a renewed franchise program, resulting in six units added to its 2022 pipeline with more than 20 openings slated by year's end…

Russo's inks deal for Qatar

April 12, 2022

Texas-based Russo's New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen has inked a five-unit franchise deal in Qatar, according to a press release.

Mici Italian inks 30-unit deal with Smashburger franchisee

April 7, 2022

Mici Italian, a Denver-based fast casual restaurant is coming on strong in Phoenix, Arizona, signing a 30-unit deal with Lucas Farnham, who owns several Black…

Pizza Guys opens restaurant in Redding, California

April 7, 2022

Sacramento-based Pizza Guys is expanding its California presence by opening a location in Redding, California. The unit is owned by Joben Khatkar and his…

California Pizza Kitchen inks 2 international deals

April 6, 2022

California Pizza Kitchen has announced the signing of two international franchise agreements with plans to open seven international restaurants and two airport…