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Fazoli’s Debuts First International Location in Canada

by Katie Lee

Los Angeles — Fazoli’s, FAT Brands’ fast and fresh Italian chain, has officially reached a new milestone, the opening of its first international location in Canada in Calgary, Alberta. This marks the first of 25 units set to open across the country over the next 9 years in partnership with Briwin Restaurants Inc. “For over 35 years, we have experienced strong growth domestically, and look forward to this new global chapter,” says Gregg Nettleton, president of Fazoli’s. “Our partner, Briwin Restaurants Inc., has also seen great success within this market …

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Jersey Mike’s Names New CEO

by Katie Lee

Manasquan, N.J. — Jersey Mike’s Subs, a leading franchisor of fast-casual sandwich shops known for its fresh sliced and fresh grilled subs, has appointed Charlie Morrison, an industry veteran who has driven long term growth and international expansion at several of the world’s most recognizable restaurant brands, as chief executive officer. Most recently, he was CEO as Salad and Go. As CEO of Jersey Mike’s, Morrison will build on the company’s strong momentum and continue to accelerate its expansion in the U.S. and international markets, as well as its ongoing …

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Owning Its Success

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— By Katie Lee — Founder Peter Cancro looks back on 50 years of Jersey Mike’s ownership — and what the next 50 could bring. When he was 17, it was a very good year for Peter Cancro. The high school senior was president of his class. He was on track to study law and political science at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill; he might even play football there. He’d worked part-time at the local sandwich shop since he was 14. Summers were a blast because the sub shop, …

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Kilwins Plans Major Texas Expansion with 10 New Locations

by Katie Lee

Petoskey, Mich. — Kilwins, a beloved American confectionery brand known for hand-crafted chocolates, super-premium ice cream and warm, nostalgic in-store experiences, is set to expand its footprint in Texas in a big way, announcing plans for 10 new locations across the state. With store openings scheduled to begin this summer, the expansion marks a strategic move into one of the fastest-growing regions in the country. “Texas is a natural fit for Kilwins,” says Brian Britton, president and CEO of Kilwins. “The climate supports year-round ice cream sales, the population is …

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Saladworks Signs 10-Unit Franchise Agreement to Expand into North Carolina

by Katie Lee

St. Petersburg, Fla. — Saladworks, a growing fast-casual salad franchise and a leading brand under the dining platform WOWorks, has signed a 10-unit development agreement that will bring its health-forward dining experience to several communities in North Carolina. The first location is expected to open in Greenville, N.C., in spring 2026, with additional locations planned for the Greenville-New Bern-Washington, Raleigh-Durham (Fayetteville) and Wilmington DMAs. Driving this growth is local restaurateur and CEO of Mixon Foods, Zack Mixon. Mixon also plans to explore other WOWorks concepts such as Frutta Bowls, a …

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Firehouse Subs® Plans to Open 100 Restaurants in Mexico

by Katie Lee

Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico — On May 27, the Firehouse Subs® brand and Foodplay® entered into a development agreement to develop and grow Firehouse Subs in Mexico, with plans to open 100 restaurants in Monterrey and other major cities in the next 5 years. Foodplay is set to open the first Firehouse Subs restaurant this year in Monterrey, Nuevo León, followed by additional openings in the metropolitan area. “We believe Firehouse Subs has tremendous potential in Mexico’s growing sandwich market,” says Duncan Montero, LAC president of Restaurant Brands International (RBI), …

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The Future of Franchising

by Katie Lee

— By Mohaimina Haque — Building success through partnership and innovation. The franchising landscape continues to evolve, shaped by changing consumer preferences, technological advancement and economic dynamics. At Tony Roma’s, we are meeting these changes head-on while staying true to the principles that have made our brand a global success for over 50 years. Our approach to growth is rooted in a simple yet powerful belief: our franchisees’ success drives our success. This isn’t just a saying — it’s the foundation of our business model and shapes every decision we …

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Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Opens First Store in Washington

by Katie Lee

Miami — Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming, the neighborhood pet grooming and treat boutique, is debuting its first location in the state of Washington. The new store, located in Seattle’s vibrant Capitol Hill neighborhood, expands the brand’s coast-to-coast presence and brings its signature pet experience to the Pacific Northwest. With more than 450 stores open or in development, Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming continues to expand its national footprint. The Capitol Hill location marks the brand’s entry into its 28th state and continues a coast-to-coast momentum that includes 12 new …

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Donatos Pizza to Open Fully Autonomous Restaurant in Partnership with Appetronix

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Columbus, Ohio — Donatos Pizza plans to open its first fully autonomous pizza restaurant in June. Donatos and its sister company Agápe Automation partnered with Appetronix to bring the robot operated restaurant to life. The new fully automated restaurant will debut before security in front of Concourse B at the John Glenn Columbus International Airport and will be operated by restaurateur HMS Host. The new autonomous kitchen will deliver a fast and delicious made-to-order pizza for travelers. “We’re not just adding tech to a restaurant; we’re jumping in with a …

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HTeaO Strengthens Executive Team With New CFO

by Katie Lee

Fort Worth, Texas — HTeaO, a leading iced tea franchise, has hired Corey Horsch as chief financial officer. He bring extensive experience in scaling high-growth brands and is well-positioned to support HTeaO’s future growth trajectory. “As HTeaO continues to grow across the country, we’re focused on building a world-class leadership team that will help us scale with excellence,” says Justin Howe, CEO and co-founder of HTeaO. “Corey’s financial background across some of the most recognized names in the industry will play a key role in strengthening our infrastructure, supporting our …

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