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Why This Multi-Unit Entrepreneur Is Betting on KidStrong

Franchisor Stories

Sep 14, 202632 min read

Why This Multi-Unit Entrepreneur Is Betting on KidStrong

Mike Reyes is drawing on two decades of leadership, franchise growth and real estate experience as he works toward a 50-unit KidStrong footprint.

Luca Piacentini

1851 Managing Editor

Grow a Franchise

Sep 14, 20264 min read

How Do I Expand Franchise Marketing Automation as My Brand Grows?

ActiveCampaign's Scott Thomas explains how franchisors can scale personalized marketing across growing franchise systems without sacrificing brand consistency.

Luca Piacentini

1851 Managing Editor

2026 Top Franchise Sales Leaders: Shawn Caric, VP of Franchising for Smoothie King

Grow a Franchise

Sep 14, 20265 min read

2026 Top Franchise Sales Leaders: Shawn Caric, VP of Franchising for Smoothie King

With decades of franchise development experience, Caric combines disciplined growth, relationship-building and a deep respect for the families investing in franchise ownership.

Luca Piacentini

1851 Managing Editor

How urSwim’s First Franchisees Are Building the Brand in Connecticut

Bonchon franchisee Henry Lee

How This Bonchon Franchisee Went From Big Four Accountant to Building Colorado’s Korean Fried Chicken Empire

Caring Transitions

How This Caring Transitions Franchisee Scaled Across Multiple Territories

How This Caring Transitions Franchisee Scaled Across Multiple Territories

Dillas Quesadillas

Why Dillas Bets on Systems over Support Staff

Why Dillas Bets on Systems over Support Staff

Comfort Keepers

Comfort Keepers® Targets St. Louis as Senior Care Demand Climbs Across the Region

Comfort Keepers® Targets St. Louis for Franchise Growth as Senior Care Demand Climbs Across the Region

10 Reasons Why Now Is the Time to Buy a Pool Scouts Franchise

10 Reasons Why Now Is the Time to Buy a Pool Scouts Franchise

Newk’s Eatery

The $2.2M Catering Advantage: How Newk’s Kitchen-First Model Elevates Franchisee Earnings

The $2.2M Catering Advantage: How Newk’s Kitchen-First Model Elevates Franchisee Earnings

Beef 'O' Brady's

How Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Became a Leader in the Local Sports Restaurant Community

image of Mainland PR and content agency client testimonial on how to get franchise expansion

Mainland’s Content, PR and Digital Strategies Power Keke’s Breakfast Cafe’s Ohio Expansion

FSC Franchise Co.

How The Brass Tap and Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Combine Local Connection With Franchise Scale

How The Brass Tap and Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Combine Local Connection With Franchise Scale

Wild Bill's Craft Beverage Company

Wild Bill's franchisee Drew St. Cyr at event

How Wild Bill's Franchisees Actually Launch: A Marine Veteran Who Ran the Playbook From the Inside Walks Through It

Newk’s Eatery

Newk’s Eatery Teams Up With Three SEC Powerhouses in New Two-Year Partnerships

Newk’s Eatery Teams Up With Three SEC Powerhouses in New Two-Year Partnerships

Wild Bill's Craft Beverage Company

Wild Bill's franchise owner and Marine Corps veteran Drew St. Cyr

San Diego Veterans Magazine: Marine Veteran Shared Transition Success

Photo of customer and pet in DOGPerfect store, shopping for treats

Capitalize on the $190 Billion Pet Care Market With DOGPerfect’s Unique, Nutrition-Focused Model and Extensive White Space

Layne's Chicken Fingers

Photo of exterior of Layne's Chicken Fingers restaurant

10 Reasons Why Sophisticated Operators Are Choosing Layne’s in 2026

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FSC Franchise Co. Launches Limited-Time Franchise Incentive for Beef ‘O’ Brady’s and The Brass Tap

FSC Franchise Co. Launches Limited-Time Franchise Incentive for Beef ‘O’ Brady’s and The Brass Tap

New and existing franchisees can take advantage of reduced franchise fees, first-year royalty relief and grand opening marketing support for qualifying restaurants signed by the end of 2026.

Top 10 Franchise Events in 2026

Top 10 Franchise Events in 2026

Franchise conferences, expos and trade shows offer invaluable education and opportunities for networking with suppliers and other franchise industry experts.

Bonchon Acquired by Minor Food and Serruya Private Equity

Bonchon Acquired by Minor Food and Serruya Private Equity

Bonchon enters its next phase with plans to strengthen its U.S. infrastructure and pursue measured growth across North America and other markets in the Americas.

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