Resurfacing the Recession: Kitchen Tune-Up

By BRIAN DIGGELMANN By the Numbers Founded: 1986 Started Franchising: 1988 Startup Costs: $39,995 Territories 130 Everyone can agree that recessions are bad for business, but some concepts have managed to find a silver lining amidst the hardships. Service brands.....

By Nick Powills1851 Franchise Publisher

SPONSOREDUpdated 9:23 AM • 12/07/12

MORE STORIES LIKE THIS

The Crafts’ Successful Journey from New Parents to Children’s Lighthouse Franchisees

How Robert Trujillo Expanded His Construction Business With UWRG

Texas-Sized Ambition: How a Shared Dream Turned Into Three Crust Pizza Co. Locations

Health Care Professional in the Non-Profit Space Brings TruBlue to North Pittsburgh

Featured Franchise News

DoorDash Expansion Could Reshape Delivery and Operations for Franchise Brands

Crumbl Franchise Investment - TSG Consumer Partners - 1851 Franchise

TSG Consumer Partners Takes Minority Stake in Crumbl, Signaling Franchise Growth Potential

Yum Brands Reports Strong Q1 Results with Big Boost from Taco Bell

QSR: McDonald’s Gains Momentum With Chicken Innovation, Value Deals and Franchisee Support

Featured Brand News

Sola Salons Targets Chicago for Strategic Franchise Growth

Photo of Melting Pot white chocolate fondue

How Melting Pot Franchisees Drive Year-Round Success Through Strategic Promotions and Local Marketing

Crust Pizza Co. - Technology Piece - CTO Nick Fontenot - May 2025 - 1851 Franchise

Crust Pizza Co. Builds the Future of Franchising With Tech-First Strategy

Paris Baguette’s Recipe for Expansion: Leadership, Community and A Vision for 1,000 Cafés by 2030