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Dan Brunell, SVP of Franchise Development for Spherion Staffing & Recruiting

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Sep 7, 20265 min read

2026 Top Franchise Sales Leaders: Dan Brunell, SVP of Franchise Development for Spherion Staffing & Recruiting

With decades of experience as a franchisee, broker and developer, Brunell brings a deeply practical, people-first perspective to franchise recruitment and growth.

Luca Piacentini

1851 Managing Editor

How Do I Launch Franchise Loyalty Programs That Actually Work?

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Sep 7, 20265 min read

How Do I Launch Franchise Loyalty Programs That Actually Work?

Confero President and CEO Elaine Buxton explains why successful franchise loyalty programs depend as much on operational consistency as they do on rewards.

Luca Piacentini

1851 Managing Editor

HobbyTown Franchise Costs, Fees, Profit and Data for 2026

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Sep 4, 20268 min read

HobbyTown Franchise Costs, Fees, Profit and Data for 2026

Franchise Opportunity Deep Dive: HobbyTown is a retail concept that sells specialty toys and hobby equipment. The brand seeks franchisees who are passionate about hobbies.

Victoria Campisi

Staff Writer

ServiceMaster Restore

What Happens When ServiceMaster Restore Responds to a Hurricane

What Happens When ServiceMaster Restore Responds to a Hurricane

How Much Can You Make Owning a DoodyCalls Franchise?

How Much Can You Make Owning a DoodyCalls Franchise?

Mellow Mushroom

Mellow Mushroom Targets Indianapolis for Franchise Growth as Indiana’s Capital Continues to Expand

Mellow Mushroom Targets Indianapolis for Franchise Growth as Indiana’s Capital Continues to Expand

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How DOGPerfect Franchisees Can Staff an Entire Store in One Day

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DOGPerfect Goes Beyond the Standard, Big-Box Format to Offer Pet Owners an Intentional, Comprehensive Experience

Layne's Chicken Fingers

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How Much Can I Make as a Layne’s Chicken Fingers Franchisee?

Express Employment Professionals

How Express Employment Professionals Franchise Owner Stephen Shields Found Success in Missouri

How Express Employment Professionals Franchise Owner Stephen Shields Found Success in Missouri

How a Fresh Coat Painters Franchise Can Fit Into Your Lifestyle

How a Fresh Coat Painters Franchise Can Fit Into Your Lifestyle

Children's Lighthouse

How Does Children’s Lighthouse Choose New Franchise Owners?

How Does Children’s Lighthouse Choose New Franchise Owners?

Why the Home Halo Senior Care Franchise Is Built for the VA's Shift Toward In-Home Veteran Care

Why the Home Halo Senior Care Franchise Is Built for the VA's Shift Toward In-Home Veteran Care

Keyrenter Property Management

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Keyrenter Franchise Propels Real Estate Investors With a Platform That Manages Today’s Portfolio While Building Tomorrow’s

FSC Franchise Co.

FSC Franchise Co. Anticipates Franchisees’ Needs to Provide Truly Proactive Support

FSC Franchise Co. Anticipates Franchisees’ Needs to Provide Truly Proactive Support

IMAGE Studios Sees White Space for Growth Across the U.S.

IMAGE Studios Sees White Space for Growth Across the U.S.

How Griswold's PATH Program Is Elevating Dementia Care Through Personalized Support and Specialized Caregiver Training

How Griswold's PATH Program Is Elevating Dementia Care Through Personalized Support and Specialized Caregiver Training

Mathnasium Learning Centers’ Unique Value Proposition in the Education Franchise Space

Creating Enduring Demand: Mathnasium Learning Centers’ Unique Value Proposition in the Education Franchise Space

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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.

Longtime Franchisee Takes Ownership of Mr Gatti’s, Continuing a Broader Industry Trend

Longtime Franchisee Takes Ownership of Mr Gatti’s, Continuing a Broader Industry Trend

Experienced franchisees are increasingly acquiring full ownership stakes in the brands they operate, with other recent examples including Twin Peaks and Friendly’s.

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