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COVID-19 Crowdfunding for Franchise Expansion

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to fuel franchise expansion when the global pandemic took hold of the world. Once the campaign ends in June 2020, Pure Green will use the funds to support operations, staff, and eventually open new franchise locations in Chicago, Orlando and Philadelphia. Why did you decide to take Pure Green the franchise route?

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What the Joint Employer Rule Will Mean for Franchise Restaurants

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" I give a lot of keynote presentations to restaurant brands, and most of them are franchises. The franchise industry, along with many members of Congress, is pushing back on the Joint Employer Rule. Franchisors will likely increase franchise fees and royalties in a sector that already fights to maintain unit-level profitability.

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How Does a Single-Location Independent Operator Restaurant Compete with Chain Franchises?

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Even in the best of times, it’s mostly been an uphill battle for single location restaurants to compete with chain franchises. Text and online ordering and self-service kiosks enabled with contactless payments became mainstays in franchises. Diners became familiar with accessing menus via QR codes. Direct Delivery.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Virtual BBQ and Pieology in China

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Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. ” Dickey’s is now offering a franchise discount for existing Owners Operators. . Virtual Barbecue Pit. Hot for Dave's Hot Chicken. 10 units in Chicago.

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MRM Franchise Feed: flip’d and the Juicey Awards

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Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Clean Juice®, honored its franchise partners during its annual Juicey Awards event. Clean Juice Celebrates Franchisees. million guests. & State Rd.

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MRM Franchise Feed: TCBY at 40 and, Mr. Potato Spread to Franchise

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MRM Franchise Feed features the latest news in the restaurant and MUFSO franchising landscape. " Part of Famous Brands International, TCBY first opened in 1981 in Arkansas and currently has 250-plus franchise locations worldwide. ” Franchise opportunities remain in areas across the U.S., Happy Birthday, TCBY.

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Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Invest in a Restaurant Franchise

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But why exactly is now the perfect time to invest in a restaurant franchise? At the start of 2020, starting a restaurant business or franchise would have seemed like something of a no-brainer. The Pre-Covid Restaurant Sector Was Thriving. Dining is a major part of how we socialize and achieve that feeling of normality.