Focus Brands CEO Jim Holthouser Talks Unification

You’ll find this Franchise Times article by Nicholas Upton interesting in regards to how CEO Jim Holthouser, plans to unify, integrate and streamline the seven brands (Schlotzsky’s, Carvel, Cinnabon, Moe’s Southwest Grill, McAlister’s Deli, Auntie Anne’s and Jamba) under the Focus Brand umbrella. https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/focus-brands-ceo-jim-holthouser-has-one-big-goal-unification/article_c51c3ed2-4886-11ec-8a33-a76c3afce80b.html

The Smoothbar Right-fit Franchisee DNA Established

Are You in Search of Silkier, Shinier, ​Smoother Hair?  Welcome to The Smoothbar! We are the first salon of its kind, specializing in only hair smoothing treatments. The Smoothbar offers a unique experience for our clients by providing specialized stylist in a luxurious environment at reasonable pricing. With only the best hair care treatments available,[…]

Your Pie Pizza Right-fit Franchisee DNA Established

Your Pie Pizza is not only the first fast casual pizza franchise ever but also one of the fastest growing. Every guest enjoys the opportunity to create their own fresh pizza experience. They innovate, explore, and have fun in the process. We provide the freshest ingredients and hand tossed dough, individually sized. The customer chooses[…]

Neighborly Acquires Precision Door Service

https://www.franchising.com/articles/neighborly_acquires_precision_door_service_brand.html Home service brand mega franchisor Neighborly has acquired Precision Door Service, a leading garage door repair franchise headquartered in Titusville, Florida. The acquisition was finalized on December 31 and was Neighborly’s fifth service brand acquired in 2020. Neighborly now includes 28 brands across 19 service verticals, with more than 4,500 franchises in nine countries.

Zaxby’s: Right Fit Franchisee DNA

Owning a Zaxby’s is a little like joining a family without changing your last name. (If that sounds creepy, well, you have your relatives to blame.) Because to them, being part of the Zaxby’s family means having access to some of the best support in the foodservice business. They began as a family, building a[…]