Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) continues to expand its portfolio, expecting to open 100 properties in Asia Pacific in 2021, bringing more brands and experiences to new destinations for guests across the region.

For the tenth consecutive year, Express Employment Professionals has received the distinction of the No. 1 Staffing Franchise in Entrepreneur Magazine's annual Franchise 500® list released Tuesday.

Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only Southern inspired, fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, has announced the return of its annual Guest Appreciation Day.

Spherion is putting its stake in 2021 - claiming the year as a moment in time that stands to leave lasting marks on the company, its offices across the country and the clients, workforce and job seekers it supports each day. 

Amici Partners Group, LLC (“Amici”) has completed the acquisition of Friendly’s Restaurants.

Raquel Macleod is the new owner and Instructor of Kumon of Austin - Mueller, and is excited to get to work instilling academic confidence and independence in local students.

Pirtek USA announced its 100th franchise agreement was signed in December of 2020, achieving its goal established three years ago - to reach 100 franchises by the end of 2020.

Buff City Soap is gearing up to open its first Jackson location. The new location is slated to open in late January and will be located at 4500 Interstate 55 North Frontage Road, Suite 160 in Jackson.

Romeo’s Pizza, the award-winning franchise with 46 operating locations is bringing the heat this winter.

Wag N’ Wash Natural Pet Food & Grooming announced it has signed an agreement with local entrepreneur Amy Putzler for the St. Louis area.

The Eastvale community is about to experience true ramen culture through perfectly balanced bowls when JINYA Ramen Bar opens its doors on Monday, Jan. 25!

At a time when many fitness brands are halting expansion and even shutting down gyms across the country, Sasquatch Strength is preparing for an explosive 2021, despite the pandemic.

In an effort to inspire hope amongst local businesses amid the economic hardships brought on by the pandemic, Image360 is launching its “Signs of Inspiration” campaign.

theCoderSchool - whose motto is “Learn to code. Change the world.” - is moving into its seventh year educating kid coders across the country.

Vicky Bhakta embarks on that new journey as the owner and Instructor of Kumon of Houston - Vintage Park.

Proforma, The Technology and Business Success Leader, has launched a new business success series, Million Dollar Monday, available in video and podcast format.

In an effort to inspire hope amongst local businesses amid the economic hardships brought on by the pandemic, Allegra Marketing Print Mail is launching its “Signs of Inspiration” campaign.

In 2020, Christian Brothers Automotive, like most, was taken for a test drive.

Card My Yard, America’s original yard greetings franchise, announced today a successful 2020.

To celebrate Image One’s tenth anniversary, founder and CEO Tim Conn is pleased to announce the commercial cleaning franchise is rolling back its franchise fee to reflect the year it all began.

The Pieology Family has just welcomed a new franchise group that will begin opening a number of Pieology’s fast-casual dining locations in Ohio.

Creative Colors International, the nation’s leading on-site repair and restoration franchise, was recently named a Top Franchise for 2021 by Franchise Business Review.

As the proud owner and Instructor of Kumon of Robinson Township, Shantha Bharthi is excited to begin to spread a love for learning in her community.

Farmer Boys will celebrate the Grand Opening of its second Fullerton location at 663 S. Placentia Ave.

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: LOCO) (the “Company”) today provided an update on the impact the COVID-19 pandemic had on its business during the fourth quarter ended December 30, 2020.

Intelligent Leadership Executive Coaching (ILEC) announced today it is launching a new virtual franchise with entrepreneur John Burt.

Bar Louie is excited to continue its Cocktails for a Cause initiative with their newest cocktail, Ruby & Rose, benefitting the Bartender Emergency Assistance Program (BEAP) at the USBG Foundation.

Driven Brands Holdings Inc. (“Driven Brands” or the “Company”) today announced the pricing of its initial public offering.

Trung Tran has accomplished that goal. As the new owner and Instructor of Kumon Math and Reading Center of Lomita.

Despite trying times for the industry, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is driving significant international and domestic development to continue expanding across the globe.

Flame Broiler, popular for serving delicious, healthy Korean-inspired bowls with honest, simple ingredients, is proud to debut its online ordering, eco-friendly bowls and kimchi.

Restoration 1 and bluefrog Plumbing + Drain, capped off another milestone year filled with expansion, new programs, awards and more, underscoring the essential demand for both companies.

Dogtopia, the nation’s leading dog daycare franchise, ended 2020 on a high note with its recent jump 18 spots to No. 12 on the Franchise Times Fast & Serious list.

Dave’s Hot Chicken is spicing up its 2021 franchise development strategy to match the fiery momentum of its growth in 2020.

Jean Feng has devoted her decades-long career to education as a teacher, and later as a school counselor for the NYC Department of Education.

Zaxby’s will open a new restaurant at 2007 East Dixon Boulevard, adjacent to its existing restaurant at 2005 East Dixon Boulevard in Shelby, North Carolina.

MOD Super Fast Pizza Holdings, LLC (“MOD Pizza”, “MOD” or the “Company”) today unveiled its first seasonal menu items of 2021, the Wayne Pizza and Green Goddess BLT Salad. 

Realty ONE Group crushed its own franchise sales and recruiting goals in 2020 and made Franchise Business Review's top ten 'Fast & Serious' list of the smartest growing brands.

Hammer & Nails, a first-of-its-kind men's grooming shop providing straight razor shaves, beard trims and hand and foot care, is pleased to announce updates to its leadership team.