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Set a strong foundation of core values but let each work facility develop its own personality and practices.

The coffee company that positions itself as the anti-chain is poised for an ambitious expansion.

Following a two-year absence from the company he founded, Blake Mycoskie is back with a new vision for the coffee industry and beyond.

Some of the country's busiest airports are being re-imagined. Here's what to expect and how it will transform your next trip.

How NASA and private space firms are trailblazing the giant leap to the final frontier.

While almost every entrepreneur dreams of scaling beyond their state borders, understanding the hurdles of expansion can be tricky. Here are a few pointers.

The Holder family has turned the Parisian bakery Ladurée -- famous for its macarons -- into a global brand that's about to open its first American flagship and venture into ecommerce.

American cities are investing time and money into upgrading their airports.

While many startups envision expanding their business beyond their country's borders, scaling globally can present some unique challenges.

With the support of the Commerce Department, company executives can travel to regions of interest and meet with potential investors, which may be the boost some franchises need to expand their concepts into international brands.

The drive-in chain is continuing its expansion with franchised restaurants in California and New York.

Andy Puzder, CEO of CKE Restaurants, the parent company of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's, has found it easier to set up shop in countries like Brazil and China rather than contend with U.S. government regulations.

While scaling a business globally can be an exciting, it can also be challenging. Jamie Wong of Vayable offers up advice on how a lean startup can scale internationally.

The iPhone 5 is the best-selling smartphone around the world, and Apple could be number one in China by January if a deal with China Mobile goes through.

In a matter of years, perhaps your next startup company will be located on the red planet.

The latest cost of living survey from ECA International shows that China became more expensive in 2013 and Japan less so.

For our series College Treps, Matthew Fishman discusses why his startup traveled thousands of miles to participate in an accelerator, rather than join a local one.

Two U.S. restaurant franchises, Papa Murphy's and Wingstop, announced plans this week to expand in the Middle East, starting with the UAE.

Signing an office lease may be the first and largest long-term commitment you make with your business. Here's what to consider before signing on the dotted line.

Many American franchises are not only surviving the recession but thriving in it by expanding their operations globally.