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OCT 21, 2025


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From Franchise Development to the Corner Office: Leadership Lessons from FLDC 2025

At the Franchise Leadership & Development Conference, franchise professionals discussed the transition from franchise development to the C-suite

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How Franchises Can Properly Structure AI for Success

AI succeeds when focused on critical challenges, fits into existing operations, and measured by real outcomes


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Coming to America: International Franchise Brands Land on U.S. Shores

International brands must know what separates success from failure when expanding into the U.S.


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2025 Franchise Marketing Leadership Award Winner-Goldfish Swim School

Goldfish Swim School is the Marketing Leadership Award winner of Franchise Update Media's 2025 Innovation Awards


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From Compliance to Growth: Legal Strategies That Drive Restaurant Success

Restaurant brands need to build a strong legal foundation and strategy before bringing new franchisees into the system


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Hand & Stone Accelerates Expansion with Appointment of New Chief Development Officer

Hand & Stone Accelerates Expansion with Appointment of New Chief Development Officer
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, a leading national franchise delivering affordable wellness through professional massage and skincare services,...

Rob Overstreet Comes Full Circle, Talks Triumphant Return to Minuteman Press Franchise Family in San Diego

Rob Overstreet Comes Full Circle, Talks Triumphant Return to Minuteman Press Franchise Family in San Diego
Rob Overstreet is no stranger to Minuteman Press International; he originally owned a center in San Diego from 2012-2017.

The Human Bean in Woodland Park, CO Now Under New Ownership

The Human Bean in Woodland Park, CO Now Under New Ownership
The Human Bean in Woodland Park, Colorado is now brewing under new ownership.

Re-Bath Strengthens Executive Team with the Appointment of Chuck Berry as Chief Operating Officer
FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers Appoints Louis San Miguel as Chief Financial Officer to Advance Next Phase of Scalable Growth
Another Broken Egg Cafe Announces Executive Leadership Team Driving Next Chapter of Growth
FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers Appoints Wayne Cavanaugh as New Chief Executive Officer, Ushering in Next Chapter of Growth
Minuteman Press Franchise in Bath, England Transitions to New Era
Woody’s Bar-B-Q® Celebrates Its 45th Year with New Owners at the Helm
N-Hance of Brevard County Under New Ownership
Z PLUMBERZ of Kennewick Under New Ownership
QDOBA Names Jon Burke Chief Marketing Officer
The Spice & Tea Exchange® Expands Footprint with Key Leadership Appointments and New Store Openings

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