Clean Juice, the original USDA-certified organic juice bar, revealed today its plans for strategic expansion and entry into new markets in Central Texas. This move includes cities such as Austin, Waco, Bryan/College Station, Temple/Killeen and as far south as San Antonio. The expansion presents entrepreneurs with the opportunity to provide health, wellness and nutrition to their communities with a proven business model. The brand has plans to open 10 stores across the region over the course of the next 3 years.
Orange Leaf, a quick-service frozen yogurt brand, is celebrating the grand opening of its newest co-branded Humble Donuts location in Pharr, Texas. The event will take place at 1511 E Nolana Loop, Suite 110 on Saturday, November 16 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. In celebration of the new opening, the event will feature activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Today, women own or co-own 31% of franchises, but that number is growing. In the newest edition of QSR, we explored two diverse paths to ownership within the same brand.
Mack started in linguistics, and Phillips went to school for marketing, but their passion for people drew them to become successful business owners. hashtag#WiRLPower
Read more about their journey and advice for others HERE
Multi-brand franchisor Brix Holdings signed a multi-unit agreement to open locations featuring two of its concepts in Arizona. Franchisee Richard Stassi, also a Jimmy John’s operator, plans to open three Smoothie Factory + Kitchen and Red Mango co-branded stores in the Phoenix and Scottsdale markets over the next three years. Brix is also working on franchise restarts for three of its other brands, Clean Juice, Friendly’s and Orange Leaf.
Despite a slower dealmaking market this year so far, several major acquisitions closed in the first half of 2024. Private equity firm Roark Capital bought Subway after a reported FTC investigation, Orangetheory Fitness and Self Esteem Brands merged, and Blackstone bought 1,400-unit Tropical Smoothie. Franchise Times rounded up seven of this year’s biggest deals so far. (more…)
Today we’re highlighting Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt franchisees, Allison Phillips and Mandy Mack 🧡 🍦
Today, women own or co-own 31% of franchises, but that number is growing. In the newest edition of QSR, we explored two diverse paths to ownership within the same brand.
Mack started in linguistics, and Phillips went to school for marketing, but their passion for people drew them to become successful business owners. hashtag#WiRLPower
Read more about their journey and advice for others HERE