www.franchisetimes.com - RSS Results in multi-unit-deals of type article https://www.franchisetimes.com/search/?f=rss&t=article&c=multi-unit-deals&l=50&s=start_time&sd=desc www.franchisetimes.com - RSS Results in section(s) multi-unit-deals only for asset type(s) of article TNCMS 1.90.4 http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification 30 Birdcall Continues Denver Development With Five Units A few months after signing its first franchisee to expand into Idaho, Denver-based chicken brand Birdcall is growing closer to home. The concept’s latest deal will add five locations to the state’s largest metropolitan area. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:00:00 -0600 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/f03e5ed4-6328-4958-a3cb-34d07350ac05 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/birdcall-continues-denver-development-with-five-units/article_f03e5ed4-6328-4958-a3cb-34d07350ac05.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Young Franchisee Expands QSR Portfolio With 5-unit Currito Agreement Wed, 14 Jan 2026 07:40:00 -0600 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/f4a059f5-d813-4b00-b372-8cda716d949b https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/young-franchisee-expands-qsr-portfolio-with-5-unit-currito-agreement/article_f4a059f5-d813-4b00-b372-8cda716d949b.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) As It Eclipses $4B in Sales, CEO of Jersey Mike’s Says Even More Growth Is Coming • The brand’s founder will lead development efforts in the United Kingdom after signing a 400-unit franchise agreement, while in the U.S., CEO Charlie Morrison sees white space for another 5,000 Jersey Mike’s locations. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:00:00 -0600 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/3c4d4c3a-101c-45eb-be90-02757b619b04 https://www.franchisetimes.com/multi-unit-deals/as-it-eclipses-4b-in-sales-ceo-of-jersey-mike-s-says-even-more-growth/article_3c4d4c3a-101c-45eb-be90-02757b619b04.html By Laura Michaels Seasoned Popeyes Franchisee Signs 15-Unit Agreement in Boston Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:20:00 -0600 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/630d7e4c-ff88-4426-9f4a-566553b0cb6d https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/seasoned-popeyes-franchisee-signs-15-unit-agreement-in-boston/article_630d7e4c-ff88-4426-9f4a-566553b0cb6d.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) South African Starbucks Operator Signs 100-Unit Oakberry Agreement in Texas Fri, 26 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0600 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/7bd5e1fd-111a-4c11-95b3-886f97552828 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/south-african-starbucks-operator-signs-100-unit-oakberry-agreement-in-texas/article_7bd5e1fd-111a-4c11-95b3-886f97552828.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) Lola Beans Signs Major Deal For 120 Locations Throughout Texas, Plus More Multi-Unit News Lola Beans, a drive-thru coffee concept, signed the largest multi-unit deal in its history with Kirk and Coleen Jeter, who committed to developing 120 units as area representatives. Through their company, the Jeter Group, the couple initially signed a 15-unit… Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0600 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/a489ff49-8bd4-4c52-bdb7-e0d84c1c9f9b https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/lola-beans-signs-major-deal-for-120-locations-throughout-texas-plus-more-multi-unit-news/article_a489ff49-8bd4-4c52-bdb7-e0d84c1c9f9b.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Applebee’s Franchisee Gets Into Mexican Category With Large Qdoba Deal A franchisee group with 40 years of operational history found its next partner in Mexican fast-casual concept Qdoba. In signing an agreement for 35 locations in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, The Rose Group is part of the brand’s East Coast… Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0600 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/fa9c8782-050e-4535-ae0d-4892bfe9ceb6 https://www.franchisetimes.com/multi-unit-deals/applebee-s-franchisee-gets-into-mexican-category-with-large-qdoba-deal/article_fa9c8782-050e-4535-ae0d-4892bfe9ceb6.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Pepper Lunch Continues Major Texas Growth Push With Experienced Operator Japanese restaurant concept Pepper Lunch is following up on one multi-unit deal in Texas with another. The latest agreement, for 20 locations, is with Sizzling Hospitality and will be led by restaurant industry veteran Bobby Shaw. Fri, 12 Dec 2025 19:00:00 -0600 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/7a60ba5c-20cd-44d4-a89c-8c0a65fd3fc9 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/pepper-lunch-continues-major-texas-growth-push-with-experienced-operator/article_7a60ba5c-20cd-44d4-a89c-8c0a65fd3fc9.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) SweatHouz Franchisees Sign 30-Unit Agreement in Florida Wed, 10 Dec 2025 11:58:00 -0600 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/d716bd09-cb28-48f2-8f6a-04e7368a06c3 https://www.franchisetimes.com/multi-unit-deals/sweathouz-franchisees-sign-30-unit-agreement-in-florida/article_d716bd09-cb28-48f2-8f6a-04e7368a06c3.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) Papa Johns Franchisee Inks Pair of Big Deals to Join Largest Operator Ranks Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:00:00 -0600 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/2a1c1713-545b-47ba-9c5f-6b37f211e7b1 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_mergers_and_acquisitions/papa-johns-franchisee-inks-pair-of-big-deals-to-join-largest-operator-ranks/article_2a1c1713-545b-47ba-9c5f-6b37f211e7b1.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) Hawaiian Bros Signs 34-Unit Deal for Growth Throughout the Southeast, Plus More Multi-Unit News Hawaiian Bros is set for growth across Southeastern states with the signing of a 34-unit agreement. Franchisee group MRCO, led by partners Amin Ferdowsi, Imaan Ferdowsi, Shareef Aminmadani and Shabnam Aminmadani, will open stores in Alabama, Georgia and North Carolina.… Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0600 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/7ddf3c8a-f9bb-415b-a533-2b0ae47e566b https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/hawaiian-bros-signs-34-unit-deal-for-growth-throughout-the-southeast-plus-more-multi-unit/article_7ddf3c8a-f9bb-415b-a533-2b0ae47e566b.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Fargo Is the Next Frontier for Taco John’s Franchisee Brett Itterman, who owns 46 Taco John’s locations through his company Pentex Restaurant Group, is set to open five more restaurants. The multi-unit deal will have the brand return to the Fargo, North Dakota, market, after an absence of more… Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:00:00 -0600 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/77532078-39ee-4001-bc66-6cd1a737d622 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/fargo-is-the-next-frontier-for-taco-john-s-franchisee/article_77532078-39ee-4001-bc66-6cd1a737d622.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Savvy Real Estate Exec Inks Largest Layne’s Chicken Deal Ever Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:58:00 -0600 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/afc8a8fd-6370-42d6-bcd6-5afe3f1e5e19 https://www.franchisetimes.com/multi-unit-deals/savvy-real-estate-exec-inks-largest-layne-s-chicken-deal-ever/article_afc8a8fd-6370-42d6-bcd6-5afe3f1e5e19.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) Veteran Franchisee Adds to Rapidly Growing Portfolio With Tide Agreement in NYC Tue, 04 Nov 2025 07:47:00 -0600 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/78ead7e1-8fde-429a-9e08-239fa57756cf https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/veteran-franchisee-adds-to-rapidly-growing-portfolio-with-tide-agreement-in-nyc/article_78ead7e1-8fde-429a-9e08-239fa57756cf.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) Flynn Group Shifts Gears With a 160-Unit 7 Brew Agreement For much of its 25-plus year history, Flynn Group’s portfolio comprised well-established restaurant brands with big legacies. However, under a new effort, the brand is shifting gears. With a goal of partnering with breakout concepts, Flynn is franchising with 7… Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/7688b6fc-5d72-4dc2-ae54-1db9bb86f336 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/flynn-group-shifts-gears-with-a-160-unit-7-brew-agreement/article_7688b6fc-5d72-4dc2-ae54-1db9bb86f336.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Brothers Grow Family’s Restaurant Legacy With 3-Unit Konala Agreement in Utah Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:02:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/19b7f438-1947-4596-ada5-205734dd5938 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/brothers-grow-family-s-restaurant-legacy-with-3-unit-konala-agreement-in-utah/article_19b7f438-1947-4596-ada5-205734dd5938.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) Chicken Salad Chick Plots Growth Across Midwest With Several Deals, Plus More Multi-Unit News Fast-casual concept Chicken Salad Chick is set for growth across the Midwest with five new multi-unit agreements. Two agreements were signed for expansion in Kansas, with Jo Anne and Kirk Williams planning to open four in Kansas City with business… Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/da1916db-ca69-4e1e-9d84-0ed9ffc8f40a https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/chicken-salad-chick-plots-growth-across-midwest-with-several-deals-plus-more-multi-unit-news/article_da1916db-ca69-4e1e-9d84-0ed9ffc8f40a.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Cinnabon Franchisees Turn to Breakfast With Multi-unit Biscuit Belly Deal Clint Dollar and Dave Gardner, who operate stores in numerous brands including Cinnabon, Auntie Anne’s and Charleys Cheesesteaks, signed an agreement to develop three Biscuit Belly restaurants in the Florida Panhandle. Tue, 21 Oct 2025 09:54:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/d35c5647-f40c-48e6-89c4-6d016b5fff32 https://www.franchisetimes.com/multi-unit-deals/cinnabon-franchisees-turn-to-breakfast-with-multi-unit-biscuit-belly-deal/article_d35c5647-f40c-48e6-89c4-6d016b5fff32.html By Laura Michaels Racing Simulator F1 Arcade Accelerates International Franchise Growth F1 Arcade, an entertainment concept with Formula 1 racing simulators and TVs for watch parties, as well as food and drink services, is expanding in several countries. The latest move for the brand is a master franchise agreement to open… Fri, 10 Oct 2025 15:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/847af147-0518-45a1-a9c9-b81f20c38578 https://www.franchisetimes.com/international_franchising/racing-simulator-f1-arcade-accelerates-international-franchise-growth/article_847af147-0518-45a1-a9c9-b81f20c38578.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Crumbl & Wingstop Franchisees Grow Portfolio With 15-Unit Lola Beans Deal Experienced operators Kirk and Coleen Jeter believe Lola Beans has staying power and see this new venture as a way to scale in the buzzy beverage segment. Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/95eba314-787a-40ec-a760-ba23b3cc786a https://www.franchisetimes.com/multi-unit-deals/crumbl-wingstop-franchisees-grow-portfolio-with-15-unit-lola-beans-deal/article_95eba314-787a-40ec-a760-ba23b3cc786a.html ahuglen@franchisetimes.com (Alyssa Huglen) Early Success Prompts Wienerschnitzel Franchisee to Keep Growing After his first taste of franchising with Wienerschnitzel via a three-unit deal, Paul Del Bufalo wanted more and signed another multi-unit agreement. Plus, get development news from Drybar, Moe’s and Five Iron Golf. Mon, 29 Sep 2025 07:13:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/7e65d11d-4d8f-4eb6-88ce-2b9c2e059af9 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_development/early-success-prompts-wienerschnitzel-franchisee-to-keep-growing/article_7e65d11d-4d8f-4eb6-88ce-2b9c2e059af9.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Dave's Hot Chicken Continues International Push, Plus More Multi-Unit News Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:30:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/29919488-1802-4ac5-811f-02e1fb78e104 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/daves-hot-chicken-continues-international-push-plus-more-multi-unit-news/article_29919488-1802-4ac5-811f-02e1fb78e104.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Heights Wellness Ramps Up Growth After Rebrand With Dallas Deal Nearly a year after its rebrand, Texas-based Heights Wellness Retreat is ready for a new phase of growth in its own back yard with the signing of a two-unit agreement. Helming the growth is a U.S. Air Force veteran with… Fri, 19 Sep 2025 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/4265a170-c7a4-4ca5-914b-3ad5719d0322 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/heights-wellness-ramps-up-growth-after-rebrand-with-dallas-deal/article_4265a170-c7a4-4ca5-914b-3ad5719d0322.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Longtime Honey Baked Ham Franchisee Continues Family Legacy With Multi-Unit Deal For nearly 30 years, Matt Davis and his family have owned and operated Honey Baked Ham Company locations in North Carolina and beyond. Davis wants to add to the store count, already at 21 locations, and inked a deal to… Fri, 12 Sep 2025 19:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/d0a901eb-c7a6-4ba4-9bce-830d3b937133 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/longtime-honey-baked-ham-franchisee-continues-family-legacy-with-multi-unit-deal/article_d0a901eb-c7a6-4ba4-9bce-830d3b937133.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Former KBP Exec Adds to New Franchise Portfolio With 50-Unit Qdoba Agreement Thu, 11 Sep 2025 14:44:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/af05eed4-5b23-4285-ae65-6c54d95d3731 https://www.franchisetimes.com/multi-unit-deals/former-kbp-exec-adds-to-new-franchise-portfolio-with-50-unit-qdoba-agreement/article_af05eed4-5b23-4285-ae65-6c54d95d3731.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) New Goldfish Swim School Franchisees Sign Deal for L.A. A pair of entrepreneurs with investment management experience are joining the effort by Goldfish Swim School to expand its California presence. Alex Wang and Jason Adler inked an agreement to open seven units in cities around Los Angeles, with the… Fri, 05 Sep 2025 18:30:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/6245f1ad-2775-4d81-88aa-ca30b4269080 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/new-goldfish-swim-school-franchisees-sign-deal-for-l-a/article_6245f1ad-2775-4d81-88aa-ca30b4269080.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Virentes Signs Deals to Invest in Saigon Hustle and Open 24 Units Thu, 04 Sep 2025 15:36:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/0f7a84b5-14a7-4f09-926b-2585caf6ba39 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_mergers_and_acquisitions/virentes-signs-deals-to-invest-in-saigon-hustle-and-open-24-units/article_0f7a84b5-14a7-4f09-926b-2585caf6ba39.html ewentland@franchisetimes.com (Emilee Wentland) New Jersey Franchisee Brings Bowl Franchise Konala to East Coast Entrepreneur Anthony Menicola, who owns a metal distribution company and a fitness center, wanted to expand his portfolio. Looking for another business with a health component, he chose to franchise with Konala, a fast-casual concept with an emphasis on freshness. Fri, 29 Aug 2025 07:13:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/0810cd90-3e88-40b1-8846-035c358aec29 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_development/new-jersey-franchisee-brings-bowl-franchise-konala-to-east-coast/article_0810cd90-3e88-40b1-8846-035c358aec29.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Barrio Burrito Bar Continues U.S. Growth With South Carolina Deal, Plus More Multi-Unit News Barrio Burrito Bar is set for development in South Carolina with the signing of a master franchise agreement. The deal is with a trio of entrepreneurs, Krinesh Patel, Rakesh Patel and Jatin Patel, who intend to open 54 restaurants over… Tue, 26 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/95b287e0-1a88-4930-908b-7a7ebba2d039 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/barrio-burrito-bar-continues-u-s-growth-with-south-carolina-deal-plus-more-multi-unit/article_95b287e0-1a88-4930-908b-7a7ebba2d039.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) New Red Chickz Franchisee Brings Hot Chicken Chain to Connecticut After its debut in Los Angeles and attracting franchisees in western states—it has five units open in California—The Red Chickz is extending its reach on the opposite coast. With deals signed in New Jersey and North Carolina, the brand is… Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:30:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/7ded295a-1b11-4e95-9994-e79ee2c62c17 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/new-red-chickz-franchisee-brings-hot-chicken-chain-to-connecticut/article_7ded295a-1b11-4e95-9994-e79ee2c62c17.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Franchisee Adds PayMore to Growing Portfolio With Crumbl, Dave’s Hot Chicken and Crunch The Tews family is getting into a fourth brand with PayMore, signing a 36-unit agreement with the retail network of stores that buy, sell and trade electronics. Tue, 26 Aug 2025 08:01:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/27c44df6-50d0-4dfe-955c-85a751dea4ad https://www.franchisetimes.com/multi-unit-deals/franchisee-adds-paymore-to-growing-portfolio-with-crumbl-dave-s-hot-chicken-and-crunch/article_27c44df6-50d0-4dfe-955c-85a751dea4ad.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) Scooter’s Coffee Franchisee Bringing Smalls Sliders to Knoxville After establishing a multi-unit operation with Scooter’s Coffee in Knoxville, Tennessee, Blake McDavid signed a deal to develop four Smalls Sliders restaurants. The agreement, which introduces the brand to the market, is one of the first since Charles Watson took… Thu, 21 Aug 2025 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/3328ab31-9e80-42ca-b77b-b419799523f5 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/scooter-s-coffee-franchisee-bringing-smalls-sliders-to-knoxville/article_3328ab31-9e80-42ca-b77b-b419799523f5.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Chicken Chain Birdcall Adds First Franchisee to Its Flock Birdcall, a Denver-based craft chicken brand, is set for its first stage of franchise growth with the signing of its initial agreement. Caleb Randall, an entrepreneur from Idaho, signed on to develop five locations in and around Boise. Fri, 15 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/d954b774-9412-4e57-bed5-98fc3c6b7bd7 https://www.franchisetimes.com/multi-unit-deals/chicken-chain-birdcall-adds-first-franchisee-to-its-flock/article_d954b774-9412-4e57-bed5-98fc3c6b7bd7.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Yogurtland Inks Deals For Expansion in Texas and California, Plus More Multi-Unit News Yogurtland inked a trio of multi-unit agreements to develop 14 stores in a pair of states. For Texas, franchisee Summit Row Ventures—itself a partnership between two existing operators with 31 combined locations in California—signed a deal to open eight units… Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/0a32a159-563a-4137-922c-2359a7a8b36b https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/yogurtland-inks-deals-for-expansion-in-texas-and-california-plus-more-multi-unit-news/article_0a32a159-563a-4137-922c-2359a7a8b36b.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Longtime Arby’s Franchisee Signs 22-Unit Agreement With Layne’s Chicken Fingers Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:15:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/335b7f92-9d5e-4aca-b9c0-e9d9b401c837 https://www.franchisetimes.com/multi-unit-deals/longtime-arby-s-franchisee-signs-22-unit-agreement-with-layne-s-chicken-fingers/article_335b7f92-9d5e-4aca-b9c0-e9d9b401c837.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) Multi-Brand Franchisees Add Broken Yolk to Growing Portfolio Wed, 16 Jul 2025 13:30:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/ce0e6ebb-a2f5-42ac-94fe-638a2de6b754 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/multi-brand-franchisees-add-broken-yolk-to-growing-portfolio/article_ce0e6ebb-a2f5-42ac-94fe-638a2de6b754.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) Fatburger Signs 40-Unit Deal for Florida Expansion “The Fast and the Furious,” “Rat Race” and chart-topping hits by Tupac, The Notorious B.I.G. and Ice Cube. These pop culture references to Fatburger have been around for decades. Fri, 11 Jul 2025 10:45:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/520cb8ef-e6ad-4d36-be8c-a4357bad07b8 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/fatburger-signs-40-unit-deal-for-florida-expansion/article_520cb8ef-e6ad-4d36-be8c-a4357bad07b8.html ahuglen@franchisetimes.com (Alyssa Huglen) Seasoned Denny’s Operator Plans to Open Multiple La Madeleine Restaurants Wed, 09 Jul 2025 08:30:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/23275cfd-b127-481d-9860-fbf7cefa36ad https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/seasoned-denny-s-operator-plans-to-open-multiple-la-madeleine-restaurants/article_23275cfd-b127-481d-9860-fbf7cefa36ad.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) Multi-Unit Deals Fuel Franchise Growth for Jeff’s Bagel Run Jeff’s Bagel Run, which started franchising last year, inked five franchise agreements for 24 stores in three states. In Indiana, franchisee Edmundo Lopez says he was impressed with the fresh-baked bagels and the integration of technology in operations. Tue, 08 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/c51003ce-651d-44b2-9877-ea1f01dee0ad https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/multi-unit-deals-fuel-franchise-growth-for-jeff-s-bagel-run/article_c51003ce-651d-44b2-9877-ea1f01dee0ad.html By Laura Michaels Former Orangetheory Owners Pivot to Canine Care With Scenthound A Wisconsin family searching for its next franchise opportunity found it in the dog wellness concept Scenthound. Following a successful run with Orangetheory Fitness, the husband-and-wife duo of Kevin and Tracey Scharnek, along with their daughter Riley, plan to open… Mon, 30 Jun 2025 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/1a15322d-ca4c-4056-ab96-02cff2e2df19 https://www.franchisetimes.com/multi-unit-deals/former-orangetheory-owners-pivot-to-canine-care-with-scenthound/article_1a15322d-ca4c-4056-ab96-02cff2e2df19.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Pepper Lunch Signs Deals to Expand Presence in California and Texas, Plus More Multi-Unit News Pepper Lunch, a fast-casual brand with roots in Japan, signed a pair of deals to open 12 restaurants in Texas and California. Phil Guo of PhilX Hospitality agreed to open five units in Dallas. Guo brings 25 years of ownership… Tue, 24 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/be514dcb-edae-4efe-aa27-4ccf5b310639 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/pepper-lunch-signs-deals-to-expand-presence-in-california-and-texas-plus-more-multi-unit/article_be514dcb-edae-4efe-aa27-4ccf5b310639.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Husband-and-Wife Franchisees Grow Saladworks’ Reach With 10-Unit Deal A North Carolina couple is bringing fast-casual salad concept Saladworks to their home state after signing a 10-unit franchise agreement this year. Tue, 17 Jun 2025 14:30:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/fc5566c3-fd9e-475a-86f3-eb5e1a4bb743 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/husband-and-wife-franchisees-grow-saladworks-reach-with-10-unit-deal/article_fc5566c3-fd9e-475a-86f3-eb5e1a4bb743.html ahuglen@franchisetimes.com (Alyssa Huglen) Famous Minnesota Hoops Family Ready for Next Journey as Chicken Salad Chick Franchisees Fri, 13 Jun 2025 11:42:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/4c7da769-d7e6-4680-9de6-a659d2d0453a https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/famous-minnesota-hoops-family-ready-for-next-journey-as-chicken-salad-chick-franchisees/article_4c7da769-d7e6-4680-9de6-a659d2d0453a.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) Barberitos Targets Florida Growth With Existing Franchisee Wed, 11 Jun 2025 07:30:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/ae36bff8-6b75-47cd-acac-5d01bbbff687 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/barberitos-targets-florida-growth-with-existing-franchisee/article_ae36bff8-6b75-47cd-acac-5d01bbbff687.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) Taco Bell Franchisee Thinks Inside the Bun With Bobby’s Burgers Deal After initial success with a Bobby’s Burgers restaurant in Utah, multi-brand franchisee Joe Sample is doubling down on the partnership with a deal for multiple units in Arizona. The development builds on Bobby’s Burgers’ presence in the state, as it… Fri, 30 May 2025 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/38b815fa-e701-4722-9f4e-cf7bd4fb7ec9 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/taco-bell-franchisee-thinks-inside-the-bun-with-bobby-s-burgers-deal/article_38b815fa-e701-4722-9f4e-cf7bd4fb7ec9.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Large Dunkin’ Franchisee Inks 12-unit Agreement with Slim Chickens Fri, 30 May 2025 08:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/2f7ceaae-a3e3-4e9b-904a-e8684e04cdc9 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/large-dunkin-franchisee-inks-12-unit-agreement-with-slim-chickens/article_2f7ceaae-a3e3-4e9b-904a-e8684e04cdc9.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) Serotonin Centers Lands 18-Unit Deal For South Florida, Plus More Multi-Unit News Med spa concept Serotonin Centers inked an 18-unit deal to develop southern Florida markets. The franchisee group LifeHub Center will open units in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach Counties. Serotonin Centers, founded in 2021, has 15 locations, with six in… Tue, 27 May 2025 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/9747affb-1e04-4026-932a-7e7ef9341608 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/serotonin-centers-lands-18-unit-deal-for-south-florida-plus-more-multi-unit-news/article_9747affb-1e04-4026-932a-7e7ef9341608.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Jersey Mike’s Franchisee Bringing Vicious Biscuit to Virginia GR Waldrop, who owns 20 Jersey Mike’s, plans to open four Vicious Biscuits in Richmond. The emerging breakfast and brunch concept, co-founded by a longtime McAlister’s franchisee, has 10 units in six states. Fri, 23 May 2025 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/3c553967-d188-4cd1-aa76-13f0e3a7fb28 https://www.franchisetimes.com/multi-unit-deals/jersey-mike-s-franchisee-bringing-vicious-biscuit-to-virginia/article_3c553967-d188-4cd1-aa76-13f0e3a7fb28.html mliedke@franchisetimes.com (Matthew Liedke) Dog Haus Targets Louisiana and Texas Expansion With New Franchisee Wed, 21 May 2025 12:02:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/f85e9e84-7a1c-48a9-abae-f33073edb5e0 https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/dog-haus-targets-louisiana-and-texas-expansion-with-new-franchisee/article_f85e9e84-7a1c-48a9-abae-f33073edb5e0.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern) First-time Franchisees Sign 10-Unit Agreement in NJ With Perkins Griddle & Go Fri, 16 May 2025 09:43:00 -0500 http://www.franchisetimes.com/tncms/asset/editorial/1da8d57c-1e1f-4867-81da-26ce119b5946 https://www.franchisetimes.com/multi-unit-deals/first-time-franchisees-sign-10-unit-agreement-in-nj-with-perkins-griddle-go/article_1da8d57c-1e1f-4867-81da-26ce119b5946.html jhalpern@franchisetimes.com (Joe Halpern)