Massachusetts Feature Articles

Massachusetts Feature Articles

Looking for a franchise opportunity in Massachusetts? Whether you're a first-time business owner or a seasoned entrepreneur, Massachusetts offers exciting potential for franchise success. From food and beverage to retail and services, the diverse economic landscape in Massachusetts is ripe for franchise opportunities. Explore the best franchise options today and take the next step toward business ownership in Massachusetts.

Informative articles to support business buyers, franchisees, and franchisors in Massachusetts.

California's AB5 law, coming your way January 1, represents a serious threat to the franchise model.
  • Jonathan Solish
  • 7,240 Reads 135 Shares
Welcome to "Good News!" - our monthly roundup of franchise growth, finance, international expansion, regulation and legislation, technology, milestones, and other news about franchisors large, medium, and emerging.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 2,390 Reads 3 Shares
Check Out This New Study That Reveals The Best And Worst States For Entrepreneurs To Start And Grow A Successful Business.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 8,230 Reads 29 Shares
Japanese pastry brand Beard Papa's is targeting 300 U.S. stores by 2024
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 7,889 Reads 50 Shares
So many things are happening so quickly in franchising these days, it's hard to keep up (even for us!). So welcome to "Good News!" - our monthly roundup of franchise growth, finance, international expansion, regulation and legislation, milestones, and other news from franchisors large, medium, and emerging.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 2,905 Reads 6 Shares
Multi-Brand Operator Acquires 13 Additional Panera Bread Locations.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 7,535 Reads 379 Shares
Multi-unit, multi-brand operators continue to grow--and they're getting bigger every year--a trend that continues to accelerate as these "dominators" grow their portfolios through acquisitions, building new units, refranchising, and scooping up successful units from retiring franchisees.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 8,052 Reads 9 Shares
Social impact investing boosts underserved communities globally - time for it to expand in the U.S.!
  • Joyce Mazero
  • 8,048 Reads 14 Shares
Overcome unconscious bias by hiring managers and employees who represent your customers.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 8,859 Reads 8 Shares
If you haven't already removed your anti-poaching provisions, act fast!
  • Jess Dance
  • 8,178 Reads 40 Shares
Dunkin' Donuts Unveils the Future with its 'Next Generation' Concept at Massachusetts Location.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 12,622 Reads 221 Shares
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Mike Hamra grew up in the Midwest, where his parents ran a highly successful restaurant business, Hamra Enterprises.
  • Debbie Selinsky
  • 21,032 Reads 131 Shares
The franchise model appeals to people seeking financial security and schedule flexibility, which is a combination that is rarely found in corporate America.
  • Emma Pearson
  • 41,603 Reads 441 Shares
There are many reasons why you may be thinking of opening your own fitness business. Maybe you want to be your own boss because you’re tired of working for someone else or need more flexibility.
  • Emma Pearson
  • 43,023 Reads 971 Shares
When considering an exit strategy there are four basic ways to leave (or transfer) a business: 1) to heirs or family; 2) to a key employee or team; 3) to an outsider; 4) to no one, by shutting it down.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 35,969 Reads 35 Shares
If you enjoy building relationships, are passionate about helping people achieve their fitness goals, and want to own your own business, then the fitness franchise industry could hold the key to your having a fulfilling career.
  • Emma Pearson
  • 28,851 Reads 405 Shares
Mark H. Friedman has 25 years of management consultant experience crafting high-end, multi-million-dollar turnaround strategies for large companies.
  • Helen Bond
  • 44,197 Reads 87 Shares
Multi-unit, multi-brand operators continue expanding each year--a trend that continues to accelerate as these "Dominators" grow their portfolios through acquisitions, building new units, refranchising, and scooping up successful units from retiring franchisees.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 4,387 Reads 1 Shares
So many good things are happening so quickly in franchising these days, it's hard to keep up (even for us!). So welcome to "Good News!" - our monthly roundup of franchise growth, finance, international expansion, milestones, and other positive news from franchisors large, medium, and emerging.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 5,705 Reads 2 Shares
Multi-Unit Franchisee magazine honored franchisee excellence at the annual Most Valuable Performer (MVP) Awards ceremony at this year's Multi-Unit Franchising Conference, April 23–26 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 8,668 Reads 199 Shares
3 ways Firehouse Subs uses email marketing to build its brand
  • Colby Cavanaugh
  • 7,107 Reads 11 Shares
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We often hear about the wage gap. But one emerging reality from the trend of the flexible economy is a tax classification gap.
  • Jocelyn Mangan
  • 31,911 Reads 8 Shares
Uncertainty is the bane of business. Although the regulatory environment of the past few years seemed bent on attacking the franchise business model, the early drama and politics of the incoming administration seem to be creating a new kind of uncertainty.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 34,077 Reads 1 Shares
It's not the fact that minimum wages are increasing for some multi-unit franchisees, but more the way officials are going about it that raises questions...and their blood pressure.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 21,764 Reads 5 Shares
Minimum wage increases will be ringing in the New Year in states across the country. The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) continues to push for greater increases in minimum wage. Wage increases will not only affect employees but also business owners and consumers.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 19,382 Reads
Multi-unit, multi-brand operators continue growing larger each year--a trend that continues to accelerate as these Dominators expand their portfolios through acquisitions, new units, refranchising offers, and scooping up successful units from retirees
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 3,863 Reads 1,023 Shares
Minimum wage increases are threatening to erode profit margins and shake up the business model for many brands, but finding a sustainable solution is not easy. Michael Seid examines the situation from his seat on Connecticut's Low Wage Employer Advisory Board.
  • Michael Seid
  • 5,003 Reads 58 Shares
Sharon DiMinico had a "Eureka" moment following the birth of her second child in 1987. She recognized something was missing for the parents and children in her local community.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 6,565 Reads 2 Shares
Ross Harried has found that a "small" strategy can serve up big business success. His Maui Wowi Ka'anapali Carts (Tiki huts on wheels) are 8 feet wide, 3 feet deep, 8 feet high and can squeeze in most anywhere...
  • Helen Bond
  • 10,381 Reads 9 Shares
Tired of paying royalties? How would you like to get in on collecting them? That's one of the reasons--among many--behind an innovative fund created to allow multi-unit franchisees to own or invest in franchise brands.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 9,575 Reads 1,023 Shares

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