#franchising

#franchising

Wahlburgers announced the closure of 79 locations, primarily situated within Hy-Vee stores, while focusing on traditional restaurant expansion over grocery partnerships.

Alina Siert, a mom of three and a former tech professional, claims that after investing in Get Spiffy, a mobile car care franchise, she faced significant business failures due to misrepresentations.

The automotive industry continues to evolve, driven by innovation, convenience and consumer demand for faster, more efficient service. In 2025, the top-performing automotive franchises aren't just changing oil or replacing tires - they're streamlining operations, leveraging mobile platforms and building strong brand loyalty.

The most effective franchisees don't just want to grow a business, they want to serve their community. They sponsor youth sports teams and remember personal details about their clients.

Grégoire, a gourmet sandwich spot that has served Berkeley for 23 years, is opening its first San Francisco location - a franchise - in the Inner Sunset in November.

"I woke up at 3 a.m. and thought, why don’t we have some sort of franchise day? There’s a national chocolate cake day, national potato chip day, etc."

The multi-billion-dollar fitness industry continues to grow, offering diverse ownership opportunities and scalable models, making it attractive for health-oriented entrepreneurs in franchising.

The market was in crisis and it became clear that we had to step in - not just to stabilize the business, but to protect the franchisees who were left without proper support.

"We've seen the thing explode from a Disney+ and consumer-products perspective. It feels like it's going to work very well, and it's the kind of property that lends itself to more."

Franchising offers a wide variety of brands that you can buy - at a wide range of budgets - from decades-old, beloved food brands to the hottest new culinary concepts.

When Covid struck and most people stayed inside their houses or apartments, Kennedy realized that Frios "was a business that needed to pivot to survive."

The brand, distinct from the entity that filed for bankruptcy, is now led by franchisees, with a franchisee advisory board empowering and shaping brand-wide decisions.

The franchise industry is being challenged by AI tools democratizing knowledge and reducing entry barriers, changing traditional value propositions.

The key distinction between chain restaurants and franchises lies in ownership and operational control; chain eateries are corporate-owned, while franchises feature independent operators.

The Service Franchise Summit aims to create genuine connections for franchise marketing and operations teams, moving away from superficial networking to foster real relationships.

"Franchising success comes from understanding the business from all perspectives... allowing me to lead with empathy and a shared vision." - Wan Kim, CEO, Smoothie King

Denny's will be closing 70-90 underperforming restaurants by the end of 2025 as part of a strategy to accelerate lower-volume closures.

The Franchise 500 list demonstrates that the best franchises come in all shapes and sizes, ranging from those established in 1925 to new entrants like Spark by Hilton in 2023.

Peter Cancro’s journey from a teenager flipping sandwiches to the founder of a multi-billion dollar sandwich chain illustrates the power of entrepreneurship and strategic franchising. His sale of Jersey Mike's to Blackstone has not only elevated his personal fortune to $7.5 billion, placing him notably on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, but also showcases the rapid growth of the chain from one store to approximately 3,000 locations, demonstrating a successful business model that emphasizes expansion and brand recognition.