Franchise 500
‘Computers Can’t Tie Balloons’: 8 Innovative New Franchises
These franchises identified market gaps, and are turning unique ideas into scalable business models for our current moment.
By Jason Feifer
Franchises | Page 3
Business News
Protein Is the New Secret Weapon Fast-Food Chains Are Using to Win You Over
From Dunkin' to Blaze Pizza, protein power is suddenly a core selling point.
Business News
Americans Are Ditching Pizza for Mexican Food — Here’s Why
Major chains are closing locations as the once-dominant pies fall to sixth place in restaurant sales.
Building a Business
He Started Making His Favorite Game Day Snack at Home. Now, His Brand Is Growing Fast.
Matt Ensero and Justin Egan started a business serving a beloved gameday snack, earned national recognition and found the right partner to scale.
Buying a Franchise
How Shaq Built a Restaurant Empire That Pays More Than the NBA Ever Did
The NBA legend has amassed a $400 million empire, much of it coming from his strategic investments in restaurant franchises.
Buying a Franchise
Why Young Entrepreneurs Are Flocking to Franchising — and What It Means for Your Brand
Younger entrepreneurs are reshaping the franchising landscape, bringing technology fluency, a desire for purpose-driven work and a fresh approach to business ownership.
By Tim Conn
Business News
This Niche Japanese Food Franchise Is Opening 20 New Locations After Record Sales Year
Onigilly Japanese Kitchen is hoping to go mainstream with its traditional onigiri rice balls.
Buying a Franchise
Why This Business Model Is Opening the Door to Entrepreneurship for People With Almost No Capital
Micro-franchising helps people with limited resources become business owners by offering low-cost and proven franchise models.
Business News
California Pizza Kitchen Just Sold for $300 Million—And the New Owners Are Ready to Deliver
An investor group led by Consortium Brand Partners is acquiring the iconic pizza chain.
Business News
Restaurant Franchisees Predict 2026 Will Be the ‘Year of Stability’ After a Turbulent 2025
After missing growth targets in 2025 due to economic uncertainty, restaurant franchise operators says they're optimistic about the future.
Buying a Franchise
Aspiring Franchise Owners Ask Me This — But They Should Be Asking Themselves 5 Questions
Before investing in a franchise, ask yourself these five questions to see if you're truly ready to succeed.
By David Busker
Business News
McDonald’s CEO Warns That His Career Advice May ‘Hurt Your Feelings’
The executive shared some straightforward career guidance with his more than 50,000 Instagram followers.
By Sherin Shibu
Building a Business
Why a Super Bowl Champ Chose This Emerging Franchise Company to Create Impact Far Beyond Restaurants
Ndamukong Suh and Gregg Majewski discuss their first meeting, their belief in people and the mission behind Craveworthy.
Building a Business
He Started a Side Hustle in His Kitchen — Then Took a ‘Scary and Crazy’ Leap to Grow It to $15 Million Revenue
Jeff Perera's wife asked him to learn to make one of her favorite foods.
By Sherin Shibu
Business News
KFC Wants Fans to Decide the Fate of Potato Wedges
Will the cult -favorite be a permanent menu item?
Business News
Apple Reveals Its Most Downloaded App of 2025 — and It’s Not TikTok or Google
ChatGPT beats out every social platform and search tool, signaling how deeply AI has entered the mainstream.
Buying a Franchise
Inspire the Next Generation of Scientists with This Franchise That Makes STEM Fun
High Touch-High Tech franchisees operate without the need for a physical location, significantly reducing overhead costs.
Business News
The Fed Just Cut Interest Rates. What This Means for Your Wallet.
It's the third cut this year, but officials are split over whether they've gone too far or not far enough.
Buying a Franchise
How to Turn Your Franchise Conference Into a Year-Round Growth Engine
How to turn a three-day event into twelve months of storytelling, culture-building and brand momentum.
Buying a Franchise
The SEO Framework I Used to Scale 70+ Franchise Locations
Here's the modern framework that helps every location rank, attract more customers and reduce marketing costs.
By Fahim Ludin
Business News
Google Is Bringing AI Glasses to Market in 2026 — Here’s What They Can Do
The company is teaming with major eyewear partners on Gemini-powered smart glasses as it takes aim at Meta.
Business News
Paramount Just Launched a Hostile Takeover Bid to Block Netflix From Buying Warner Bros. Discovery
The company is bypassing Warner Bros. Discovery's board and going straight to shareholders with a higher, all-cash offer.
Buying a Franchise
Uncover the Hidden Edge Top Franchisors Use to Win (And It’s Not More AI)
The real edge franchisors are using today — and why most entrepreneurs overlook it.
Business News
Netflix Goes Big With $83 Billion Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
The blockbuster deal would give Netflix control of HBO and iconic franchises like Harry Potter and Batman.
Business News
Google’s Top Trending Search Term of 2025 Might Surprise You
Forget celebrities or scandals. The number one search terms was a hint on how AI is shaping our lives.
Business News
AI Is Completely Rewriting the Franchise Sales Playbook
Franchise prospects now show up armed with data. Here's why that matters.
Building a Business
This is the One Thing Every Franchise Needs to Scale Successfully
Growing a franchise network requires more than just strategy and scale; it means building a core team that you can trust, empower and grow alongside.