As you consider franchising, assessing sectors and opportunities that align with your interests is the first critical step. From fast food and fitness centers to retail and home services, the possibilities are extensive. A burning question for many is whether owning a franchise could pave the way to wealth. Specifically, are there low-cost, high-profit franchises ... What is the Most Profitable Franchise to Own in 2025?...Read More
By Franchise Gator | Posted April 4, 2024
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is slow smoking into the Texas Panhandle with three new locations slated to arrive in the Amarillo area in the next two years. The first location will open in March 2017, with the other locations to follow in the next year. “Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has deep roots in Texas, and we are … Dickey’s Barbecue Pit to Open Three New Stores in Amarillo Area
Read MoreBy Staff Writer | Posted July 17, 2016
In the process of researching different franchises, you may come across the term "turnkey business opportunity." While some franchises are billed as turnkey, there are some notable differences between these and turnkey business opportunities. Here are some things to know when considering a turnkey business opportunity. With a turnkey solution, the preparation work of starting … Turnkey Business Opportunities vs. Franchises: Top 8 Things to Know
Read MoreBy Suzanne Musial | Posted July 12, 2016
Franchise Gator is excited to present this guest article from Lori Kiser-Block, a long-time associate of Franchise Gator. Recently, Lori founded The Decide Group which provides assistance to emerging franchise brands. We asked Lori for this contribution, as her insight is perfectly aligned with Franchise Gator’s efforts, specifically the yearly Emerging Franchise Brands rankings. So … How to Determine If an Emerging Franchise Is Right for You
Read MoreBy Lori Kiser-Block | Posted July 6, 2016
PickUp USA Fitness, based in Irwindale, CA, recently announced the long-awaited arrival of their franchise program. PickUp USA, founded in 2011, is a basketball-focused fitness club that offers traditional gym amenities, like weight rooms and cardio rooms, and also offers specialized services for basketball enthusiasts. These basketball services include group and private basketball training, as … PickUp USA Fitness Starts Southern California Expansion
Read MoreBy Staff Writer | Posted July 5, 2016
PickUp USA Fitness, based in Irwindale, CA, launched its long-awaited franchise program about six weeks ago, and the initial indications are that this gym concept could really take off. "We have always been confident with our business model, and definitely believed there would be solid interest in our franchise program," says PickUp USA President & … Interest for Basketball-Focused Gym Franchise Spikes
Read MoreBy Staff Writer | Posted July 5, 2016
Chef Anthony Russo, the creative culinary mind, founder and CEO of chef-driven concepts Russo’s New York Pizzeria and Russo’s Coal-Fired Italian Kitchen, announced today a series of large-scale international franchise advancements for his brands. The globally-acclaimed chef and entrepreneur has firmed up franchise agreements to add more than 10 Middle East locations, including new restaurants … Chef Anthony Russo Guides Extraordinary Global Growth of Russo’s New York Pizzeria and Russo’s Coal-Fired Italian Kitchen
Read MoreBy Staff Writer | Posted July 5, 2016
Ziebart International Corporation introduces Z-Shield Paint Protection Film which is now available throughout US, as well as various parts of the world. Z-Shield Paint Protection Film is custom fit to your vehicle’s specifications, without impacting the appearance or paint color. The film can easily wrap around surfaces such as mirrors or bumpers and works to … Ziebart launches Z-Shield Paint Protection Film to help protect vehicles appearance
Read MoreBy Staff Writer | Posted July 1, 2016
Global Franchise Opportunities, the system of internationally recognized, proven franchise concepts including A Buyer’s Choice Home Inspections (ABCHI), iCare – Intelligent Home Care Solutions and iHandyMan, announced today that ABCHI and iHandyMan will soon be available to residents seeking its services throughout the continent of Africa. The Pompano Beach, Fla.-based franchisor has signed eight master … Global Franchise Opportunities Expands Brands into Africa
Read MoreBy Staff Writer | Posted June 30, 2016
It’s hard to imagine, but today, just five short years after opening its first location, Blink Fitness is sending endorphins racing through a quarter million members at its nearly 50 gym locations. Blink is announcing today that it is advancing its franchising strategy. Intending to transform the attitude Americans have towards exercise – shifting the … Blink Fitness Announces New Market Expansion as Consumer Demand Propels Growth Plans
Read MoreBy Staff Writer | Posted June 29, 2016
As one of the most successful fast food franchises in the U.S., Chick-fil-A grew by $700 million in sales in 2015 surpassing every pizza brand in the U.S. and making it the eighth largest fast food chain in the country according to QSR Magazine. With all its success, Chick-fil-A surprisingly remains one of the cheapest … What Does it Cost to Open a Chick-fil-A Franchise?
Read MoreBy Suzanne Musial | Posted June 27, 2016
