Group of Tim Hortons franchisees in Quebec sue brand owner for $18.9M | CBC News
Franchisees allege Tim Hortons owner has unreasonable constraints in licensing agreements, impacting profits negatively.
Franchisees claim TDL controls every aspect of running a restaurant, from suppliers to pricing, impacting their ability to adapt to market changes. [ more ]
Retailer Geek Retreat hails record sales amid tough high street conditions
Games and entertainment retailer Geek Retreat has hailed record sales over the first nine months of 2022 despite challenging high street conditions.Geek Retreat said its business strategy will ensure stores improve turnover, profitability and customer feedback in a challenging economic climate and as the cost-of-living crisis bites.
Group of Tim Hortons franchisees in Quebec sue brand owner for $18.9M | CBC News
Franchisees allege Tim Hortons owner has unreasonable constraints in licensing agreements, impacting profits negatively.
Franchisees claim TDL controls every aspect of running a restaurant, from suppliers to pricing, impacting their ability to adapt to market changes. [ more ]
Retailer Geek Retreat hails record sales amid tough high street conditions
Games and entertainment retailer Geek Retreat has hailed record sales over the first nine months of 2022 despite challenging high street conditions.Geek Retreat said its business strategy will ensure stores improve turnover, profitability and customer feedback in a challenging economic climate and as the cost-of-living crisis bites.
Anywhere launches new title joint venture for franchisees
Real estate giant Anywhere is launching a title insurance joint venture exclusively for Anywhere Brands franchisees, according to an announcement on Wednesday.Upward Title & Closing is a full-service title and settlement company.The joint venture capitalizes on Upward's local housing expertise, as well as Anywhere's technology, including virtual quote tools and options for a fully digital closing.
Californians to vote on overturning a new law that could raise fast-food worker wages
A California law seeking to increase wages and improve working conditions for fast-food workers has been set aside for now, after state officials said an effort by major restaurant and business trade groups to overturn the law had qualified as a measure on next year's ballot.The referendum seeking to overturn Assembly Bill 257 gathered sufficient valid voter signatures, the office of California Secretary of State Shirley Weber certified Tuesday.
Anywhere launches new title joint venture for franchisees
Real estate giant Anywhere is launching a title insurance joint venture exclusively for Anywhere Brands franchisees, according to an announcement on Wednesday.Upward Title & Closing is a full-service title and settlement company.The joint venture capitalizes on Upward's local housing expertise, as well as Anywhere's technology, including virtual quote tools and options for a fully digital closing.
Californians to vote on overturning a new law that could raise fast-food worker wages
A California law seeking to increase wages and improve working conditions for fast-food workers has been set aside for now, after state officials said an effort by major restaurant and business trade groups to overturn the law had qualified as a measure on next year's ballot.The referendum seeking to overturn Assembly Bill 257 gathered sufficient valid voter signatures, the office of California Secretary of State Shirley Weber certified Tuesday.
5 Ways to Freshen Up Your Restaurant Franchise Marketing | Entrepreneur
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.When it comes to marketing your franchise in 2023, the same old, same old, won't cut it.Times have changed, and competition for consumer attention and patronage is at an all-time high as the market size increased by nearly 16% in the past year.
Do You Need a 'Babysitter' for Your Business? | Entrepreneur
Image Credit: Mariaelena Caputi Nir Katularu is a grown man with a successful business - but he has, in his words, a "babysitter."And he loves it.Katularu is one of the top-performing franchisees at Painting with a Twist, a paint-and-sip franchise with over 200 locations nationwide.He opened his first unit almost three years ago in Tempe, Arizona, and now has a second one, plus a location of the sister brand Color Me Mine (which focuses more on ceramics and kids).
Video: 3 Keys to Creating a Great Franchise Customer Experience | Entrepreneur
Scott Greenberg, author of The Wealthy Franchisee, says that if he could only give one piece of advice to franchise owners on growing their business, he would say to focus on the customer experience.In the above video, he breaks down why in the end, your business lives and dies by customer happiness and loyalty.
The Top 9 Coffee Franchises for 2023 | Entrepreneur
Despite the popularity of Nespresso, Keurig and DIY latte machines, coffee shops continue to thrive as an industry.When it comes to franchising, coffee concepts are a wise place to start if you're looking to be a business owner and minimize overhead costs.Think about it: A restaurant requires a full staff, a large retail space and a continual flow of supplies.
Inflation: McDonald's hikes price of five items as Waitrose reduces essentials'
Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email McDonald's is set to hike the price of five items from Wednesday as inflation eats into the fast food chain's running costs.The cost of its mayo chicken and double cheeseburgers will go up by 20 per cent, from 99p to 1.19 and 2.49 2.69 respectively.
Utah-based Beans & Brews Coffee House to open 15 locations in Austin
AUSTIN, Texas According to a report from Austin Business Journal, Austin is about get even more caffeinated.The Utah-based Beans & Brews Coffee House is in talks to open up 40 locations across the Austin-San Antonio over the next six years, and those plans include 15 locations in Austin alone.The report states that this 40-location agreement came about by Brame Holdings LLC, which also recently announced it would bring 40 Round Table Pizza restaurants to Texas, in addition to 40 co-branded Fatburger and Buffalo's Express locations.
Judge puts hold on California law that could have raised fast-food worker wages
A Sacramento County Superior Court judge has put a temporary hold on a new California law boosting protections for fast-food workers that was set to go into effect Jan. 1.The order comes in response to a lawsuit filed Thursday by a coalition of major restaurant and business trade groups that is backing an effort to overturn the law, called Assembly Bill 257, through a referendum on the California ballot in November 2024.
Long Island City is getting its very own H Mart.The Korean grocery store with a cult following will replace Stop & Shop at 34-51 48th Street, near Northern Boulevard, Patch reports.
Inflation: McDonald's hikes price of five items as Waitrose reduces essentials'
Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email McDonald's is set to hike the price of five items from Wednesday as inflation eats into the fast food chain's running costs.The cost of its mayo chicken and double cheeseburgers will go up by 20 per cent, from 99p to 1.19 and 2.49 2.69 respectively.
Utah-based Beans & Brews Coffee House to open 15 locations in Austin
AUSTIN, Texas According to a report from Austin Business Journal, Austin is about get even more caffeinated.The Utah-based Beans & Brews Coffee House is in talks to open up 40 locations across the Austin-San Antonio over the next six years, and those plans include 15 locations in Austin alone.The report states that this 40-location agreement came about by Brame Holdings LLC, which also recently announced it would bring 40 Round Table Pizza restaurants to Texas, in addition to 40 co-branded Fatburger and Buffalo's Express locations.
Judge puts hold on California law that could have raised fast-food worker wages
A Sacramento County Superior Court judge has put a temporary hold on a new California law boosting protections for fast-food workers that was set to go into effect Jan. 1.The order comes in response to a lawsuit filed Thursday by a coalition of major restaurant and business trade groups that is backing an effort to overturn the law, called Assembly Bill 257, through a referendum on the California ballot in November 2024.
Long Island City is getting its very own H Mart.The Korean grocery store with a cult following will replace Stop & Shop at 34-51 48th Street, near Northern Boulevard, Patch reports.
From Opening a Gym on a Whim to Partnering With Floyd Mayweather | Entrepreneur
Jessica Yarmey never planned to open a kickboxing gym - let alone a fast-growing franchise that would gain the attention of world champion boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr.But today, less than three years after debuting the first-ever KickHouse Fitness, her brand has been acquired by Mayweather Boxing + Fitness and grown to nearly 30 locations across the country - with more on the way.
The Franchises Growing Fastest Internationally | Entrepreneur
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McDonald's Sweden 'Time Travels' to Offer Old Deals
To help consumers counter the impact of inflation, McDonald's has begun a campaign in Sweden to travel back in time to find old deals on menu items.The "Deals Stuck in Time" campaign from Nord DDB uses Google Street View to allow people to find and "unlock" over a decade of old out-of-home advertisements for McDonald's across Sweden, giving them access to deals dating from as far back as 2009 on the brand's app.
5 Crucial Considerations for Growing a Quick Service Restaurant Franchise
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.Inflation, economic headwinds and supply chain issues have put quick service restaurant (QSR) franchisees in survival mode, forcing many to focus on their current brand or current development extension agreements.Yet, opportunities abound - the recent global health crisis that shuttered many businesses also weeded out oversaturated restaurant markets (particularly the QSRs) and created new real estate space for potential expansion.
Wienerschnitzel is looking at remodeling its nostalgic A-frames
When Wienerschnitzel appeared on the scene in the 1960s, its drive-thrus were unique in that customers actually drove through their buildings.They had a gap in the middle with for the car lane with the kitchen on the driver's side.Decades later, 92 of those drive-thrus still exist, and the Newport Beach-based chain is looking for ways to bring them into the 21st century.
Lenard "Charlamagne Tha God" McKelvey and Jessica Gadsden-McKelvey Become Franchisees of Iconic Southern Krystal Restaurants
Multimedia mogul, Lenard "Charlamagne Tha God" McKelvey, and his wife and business partner, Jessica Gadsden-McKelvey, today announced they will become franchisees of Krystal restaurants.Slated to open six locations in the greater Charleston area beginning in early 2023, the first location has been identified as Moncks Corner, SC, the hometown of Charlamagne and Jessica.
California lawmakers approve landmark bill to give greater protections to fast food workers
SACRAMENTO - California lawmakers on Monday advanced a nation-leading measure that would give more than a half-million fast food workers more power and protections, over the objections of restaurant owners who warn it would drive up consumers' costs.
McDonald's Sweden 'Time Travels' to Offer Old Deals
To help consumers counter the impact of inflation, McDonald's has begun a campaign in Sweden to travel back in time to find old deals on menu items.The "Deals Stuck in Time" campaign from Nord DDB uses Google Street View to allow people to find and "unlock" over a decade of old out-of-home advertisements for McDonald's across Sweden, giving them access to deals dating from as far back as 2009 on the brand's app.
5 Crucial Considerations for Growing a Quick Service Restaurant Franchise
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.Inflation, economic headwinds and supply chain issues have put quick service restaurant (QSR) franchisees in survival mode, forcing many to focus on their current brand or current development extension agreements.Yet, opportunities abound - the recent global health crisis that shuttered many businesses also weeded out oversaturated restaurant markets (particularly the QSRs) and created new real estate space for potential expansion.
Wienerschnitzel is looking at remodeling its nostalgic A-frames
When Wienerschnitzel appeared on the scene in the 1960s, its drive-thrus were unique in that customers actually drove through their buildings.They had a gap in the middle with for the car lane with the kitchen on the driver's side.Decades later, 92 of those drive-thrus still exist, and the Newport Beach-based chain is looking for ways to bring them into the 21st century.
Lenard "Charlamagne Tha God" McKelvey and Jessica Gadsden-McKelvey Become Franchisees of Iconic Southern Krystal Restaurants
Multimedia mogul, Lenard "Charlamagne Tha God" McKelvey, and his wife and business partner, Jessica Gadsden-McKelvey, today announced they will become franchisees of Krystal restaurants.Slated to open six locations in the greater Charleston area beginning in early 2023, the first location has been identified as Moncks Corner, SC, the hometown of Charlamagne and Jessica.
California lawmakers approve landmark bill to give greater protections to fast food workers
SACRAMENTO - California lawmakers on Monday advanced a nation-leading measure that would give more than a half-million fast food workers more power and protections, over the objections of restaurant owners who warn it would drive up consumers' costs.
BK Lobster in hot water over disappearing act * Brooklyn Paper
"They were just, you know, reaching out to her," Bonds said."She wasn't available.She wasn't making herself available.And, you know, there's a certain amount of time that you, you know, you kind of have to open up the store, and, you know, she just wasn't making herself available and she hasn't ever reached out to me."
Workers protest Stop AB 257 at Chipotle, Del Taco and El Pollo Loco HQs
Workers in Los Angeles and Orange counties rallied Tuesday, Nov. 15 at corporate fast-food headquarters in a statewide protest of a proposed referendum that would nullify a newly-approved measure aimed at boosting wages in the industry.About 200 people outside Chipotle Mexican Grill's headquarters in Newport Beach.
Sweat equity: infrared saunas are suddenly everywhere, but what do they do?
From Turkish baths to Mexican sweat lodges, sweating for leisure and health certainly isn't new.But lately saunas have spread from Finland's forests and millionaires' mansions to shopping strips around Australia.Dozens of businesses including multi-branch brands like City Cave, which is aiming to hit 100 spas this year, and Recovery Lab, with seven branches across the eastern states are selling Australians the chance to sweat it out in infrared saunas, touted as a high-tech update to the ancient wellbeing practice.
California union alleges that fast-food effort to block new labor law is 'willfully misleading voters'
California's largest union on Thursday lodged a complaint with state officials alleging that a fast-food industry coalition violated state election rules in its campaign to block a landmark labor law from going into effect.The complaint by Service Employees International Union California, which was filed both with California's secretary of state and its attorney general's office, focuses on a referendum filed in September seeking to repeal AB 257, which Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law on Labor Day.
BK Lobster in hot water over disappearing act * Brooklyn Paper
"They were just, you know, reaching out to her," Bonds said."She wasn't available.She wasn't making herself available.And, you know, there's a certain amount of time that you, you know, you kind of have to open up the store, and, you know, she just wasn't making herself available and she hasn't ever reached out to me."
Workers protest Stop AB 257 at Chipotle, Del Taco and El Pollo Loco HQs
Workers in Los Angeles and Orange counties rallied Tuesday, Nov. 15 at corporate fast-food headquarters in a statewide protest of a proposed referendum that would nullify a newly-approved measure aimed at boosting wages in the industry.About 200 people outside Chipotle Mexican Grill's headquarters in Newport Beach.
Sweat equity: infrared saunas are suddenly everywhere, but what do they do?
From Turkish baths to Mexican sweat lodges, sweating for leisure and health certainly isn't new.But lately saunas have spread from Finland's forests and millionaires' mansions to shopping strips around Australia.Dozens of businesses including multi-branch brands like City Cave, which is aiming to hit 100 spas this year, and Recovery Lab, with seven branches across the eastern states are selling Australians the chance to sweat it out in infrared saunas, touted as a high-tech update to the ancient wellbeing practice.
California union alleges that fast-food effort to block new labor law is 'willfully misleading voters'
California's largest union on Thursday lodged a complaint with state officials alleging that a fast-food industry coalition violated state election rules in its campaign to block a landmark labor law from going into effect.The complaint by Service Employees International Union California, which was filed both with California's secretary of state and its attorney general's office, focuses on a referendum filed in September seeking to repeal AB 257, which Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law on Labor Day.
How Emerging Franchises Can Thrive in a Crowded Market
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.According to FRANdata, an average of 250 new franchise brands have launched every year in the U.S. since 2001.That's as many as 5,250 brands launched over the last 21 years.Yet in 2022, FRANdata counted only 4,000 total active franchises - up from 3,000 in 2010, which was flat also at 3,000 back in 1990.
How to Start a Blue Moon Estate Sales Franchise in 2023
frederique wacquier | Getty Images Blue Moon Estate Sales was established in 2009 with a mission to set new standards in an unregulated industry.The need for an estate sale typically comes about during a particularly stressful point in a person's life.A person may be moving, downsizing or managing a loved one's belongings.
Want to Find New Franchisees? Here Are 4 Ways to Fix Your Online Marketing.
Many franchisors are good at consumer marketing.But they typically struggle to reach a different, equally important audience - potential franchisees.Sasin Paraksa | Shutterstock I've spent 15 years in franchise development marketing, and I see this problem repeatedly.Digital marketing strategies are often underbudgeted, or spearheaded by internal point people with limited experience.
Commerce Layer, Frequence and Khoros are among the 2022 Digiday Technology Awards winners
The 2022 Digiday Technology Awards winners demonstrated how companies are diving head-first into new technologies and adapting to meet the needs of the digital media industry.This year, e-commerce, sustainability and influencer marketing emerged as themes most often seen among the entrants and subsequent winners.
Michael Mahon (Corcoran, Getty) Corcoran Global Living is on the market.The Corcoran Group is shopping its inaugural and biggest franchise less than three years after its formation, according to an internal senior executive.The executive said Corcoran will execute a direct deal if it can't find an outside buyer.
Corcoran Real Estate shopping for a buyer Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
Corcoran Global Living is on the market.The Corcoran Group is shopping its inaugural - and biggest - franchise less than three years after its formation, according to an internal senior executive.The executive said Corcoran will execute a direct deal if it can't find an outside buyer.News of the offering comes after more than two years of aggressive growth by Corcoran Global Living, which formed in February 2020 when Zephyr Real Estate, a San Francisco firm, combined with Nevada-based Oliver Luxury Real Estate.
Newsom signs law with sweeping protections for California fast-food workers
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Monday signed a bill that increasesprotections for fast-food workers in the state, creating a council to set an industry-wide minimum wage and workplace standards.
Michael Mahon (Corcoran, Getty) Corcoran Global Living is on the market.The Corcoran Group is shopping its inaugural and biggest franchise less than three years after its formation, according to an internal senior executive.The executive said Corcoran will execute a direct deal if it can't find an outside buyer.
Corcoran Real Estate shopping for a buyer Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
Corcoran Global Living is on the market.The Corcoran Group is shopping its inaugural - and biggest - franchise less than three years after its formation, according to an internal senior executive.The executive said Corcoran will execute a direct deal if it can't find an outside buyer.News of the offering comes after more than two years of aggressive growth by Corcoran Global Living, which formed in February 2020 when Zephyr Real Estate, a San Francisco firm, combined with Nevada-based Oliver Luxury Real Estate.
Newsom signs law with sweeping protections for California fast-food workers
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Monday signed a bill that increasesprotections for fast-food workers in the state, creating a council to set an industry-wide minimum wage and workplace standards.
Why Franchise Brands Need to Start Utilizing Video Marketing
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.It's been said that three-quarters of our knowledge comes to us from our sight - visually.This makes it all that much more confusing that franchise brands still fail to utilize the video marketing options at their disposal as part of their comprehensive sales development process.
StretchLab is the leading assisted stretching brand, offering one-on-one and group stretch services for all ages and fitness levels.With heightened consumer awareness and demand in recovery for holistic wellness, the StretchLab fitness concept offers consumers more ways to reduce their risk of injury, regain mobility, improve flexibility range of motion and reclaim their freedom.
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Class 101, founded in 2007, is a national college planning franchise that helps high school students get into better colleges and qualify for higher amounts of scholarships and financial aid.
Chainarong Prasertthai | Getty Images
Class 101, founded in 2007, is a national college planning franchise that helps high school students get into better colleges and qualify for higher amounts of scholarships and financial aid.
The Best Software Solutions and Tech Providers in the Franchising Industry
Entrepreneur has announced its annual Top Franchise Supplier rankings, a multi-faceted directory which includes the best of the best service providers in the industry.
The Best Software Solutions and Tech Providers in the Franchising Industry
Entrepreneur has announced its annual Top Franchise Supplier rankings, a multi-faceted directory which includes the best of the best service providers in the industry.
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1. Hubspot
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2. serviceminder.io
Serviceminder is the platform for managing and operating home services brands.
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6. Zoho
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Related: 5 Sales and Marketing SaaS Solutions That Will Empower Franchise Owners
Labor Board Proposes to Increase Legal Exposure for Franchised Chains
Federal labor regulators on Tuesday proposed a rule that would make more companies legally liable for labor law violations committed by their contractors or franchisees.
'We Made History': Bill Gives Fast-Food Workers Power in Pay and Working Conditions | KQED
"It's innovative, it's bringing industry and workers together at the table," said Democratic Sen. Maria Elena Durazo, who carried the bill in the Senate.
California Senate passes bill to protect fast-food workers
A California bill that aims to improve and standardize working conditions for fast-food workers has won passage in the Senate, all but ensuring it will reach the desk of Gov. Gavin Newsom despite firm opposition from business interests, which say it unfairly targets the fast-food industry and will drive up food prices.
Labor Board Proposes to Increase Legal Exposure for Franchised Chains
Federal labor regulators on Tuesday proposed a rule that would make more companies legally liable for labor law violations committed by their contractors or franchisees.
'We Made History': Bill Gives Fast-Food Workers Power in Pay and Working Conditions | KQED
"It's innovative, it's bringing industry and workers together at the table," said Democratic Sen. Maria Elena Durazo, who carried the bill in the Senate.
California Senate passes bill to protect fast-food workers
A California bill that aims to improve and standardize working conditions for fast-food workers has won passage in the Senate, all but ensuring it will reach the desk of Gov. Gavin Newsom despite firm opposition from business interests, which say it unfairly targets the fast-food industry and will drive up food prices.
California Lawmakers Approve Fast Food Labor Council to Increase Worker Wages and Safety
AB 257's fast-food council would be the first of its kind in the country, and could potentially become a model for other states to utilize, as food workers continue to further organize and unionize throughout the country, reports the Wall Street Journal.
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KTLA-5 reports concerns around driving up food costs, which owners claim will result in higher prices for customers.