Rhode Island Feature Articles

Rhode Island Feature Articles

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

International franchise deals continue, even as the global economy struggles to bounce back from Covid
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 5,644 Reads 6 Shares
After co-founding Wetzel’s Pretzels and investing early in Blaze Pizza, Bill Phelps is at it again with Dave’s Hot Chicken!
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 10,151 Reads 30 Shares
Unique interests and experience make Fresh Coat Painters President Tara Riley a one-of-a-kind leader
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 4,346 Reads 19 Shares
Covid spurs franchisees to invest in service brands as they seek sector diversification
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 3,736 Reads 10 Shares
Three multi-unit franchisees embrace new technologies to meet customer demands in a post-Covid world
  • Helen Bond
  • 8,300 Reads 40 Shares
Wendy’s multi-unit franchisee and former Henry’s Smokehouse co-owner partner to open 5 Eggs Up Grill restaurants in South Carolina.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 4,079 Reads 4 Shares
With 102 units, Jamie Weeks is the largest franchisee of Orangetheory Fitness and has no plans to slow down anytime soon
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 14,021 Reads 224 Shares
With her 10 Sola Salon Studios shuttered last year, Heather Safrit weathered the storm and will add 2 more in 2021
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 7,440 Reads 14 Shares
Seeking more time with his newborn daughter, Matt Pendleton left his high-stress job with a restaurant franchisor and today owns 3 Screenmobile locations
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 3,502 Reads 28 Shares
Delight Restaurant Group Acquires 44 Wendy's Restaurants From The Wendy's Company.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 6,543 Reads 20 Shares
As the global economy recovers from Covid, so does overseas expansion for franchise brands
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 4,322 Reads 4 Shares
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Newest acquisition deal takes largest Orangetheory Fitness operator to more than 100 locations.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 9,105 Reads 20 Shares
Who's dominating in their markets and regions? See our 2020 Dominators rankings to find out!
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 22,509 Reads 14 Shares
Dickey's Barbecue Pit Offers New Franchise Opportunity With Low-Cost Virtual Kitchen Model.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 3,906 Reads 18 Shares
Veteran multi-brand franchisee Mitch Cohen has seen sales at his Jersey Mike’s Subs locations fall 25% since mid-March. He’s countered with discounts, and has gone above and beyond to support his employees and their families. He’s also signed a 6-unit agreement with Sola Salon Studios and is a co-founder of Performax Franchisee Advisors.
  • 5,763 Reads 9 Shares
Josh Martino, president of Jacksonville-based Bono’s Pit Bar-B-Q, brings the community together to feed those in need, help his employees, and keep the business alive
  • Josh Martino
  • 2,550 Reads 8 Shares
Veteran multi-brand franchisee Mitch Cohen has seen sales at his Jersey Mike’s Subs locations fall 25% since mid-March. He’s countered with discounts, and has gone above and beyond to support his employees and their families. He’s also signed a 6-unit agreement with Sola Salon Studios and is a co-founder of Performax Franchisee Advisors.
  • 3,873 Reads 4 Shares
If you’re thinking about filing a successful business interruption insurance claim, do it soon and follow this advice
  • Eric Everett & Zachary Darrow
  • 10,622 Reads 100 Shares
Husband-and wife team Neal and Julie Starling expand their Five Guys business by signing on for 8 Bruxies.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 4,834 Reads 87 Shares
After founding The Lash Lounge, Anna Phillips found the expertise she needed to scale the brand - and maintain the quality standards that made her brand a success.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 7,656 Reads 66 Shares
Multi-Unit Operator Diversifies From Food Brands By Signing A 6-Unit Deal With Sola Salon Studios.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 4,068 Reads 26 Shares
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Cruise Planners America, with more than 2,500 agents, was the idea of one woman, Michelle Fee.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 5,413 Reads 9 Shares
At just 32 years old, Kyle Welch is Cold Stone Creamery's largest franchisee.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 13,518 Reads 112 Shares
From investment banker to franchisee, John Clancy is building Smoothie Kings and Planet Fitness locations like there's no tomorrow.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 13,162 Reads 14 Shares
We asked franchise CEOs about where they like to take their vacations.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 10,531 Reads 32 Shares
Who's dominating in their markets and regions? See our annual Dominators issue to find out!
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 6,811 Reads 22 Shares
Captain D's biggest franchisee is shooting for big-time growth.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 10,329 Reads 18 Shares
Which departments should participate in your franchise sales process?
  • Michael Peterson
  • 6,900 Reads 44 Shares
What are YOU doing to help your franchisees get funding?
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 16,924 Reads 88 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
  • 8,337 Reads 29 Shares

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