Elevate Your Career and Own Your Future If you’re a personal trainer with ambitions beyond just training clients, owning a gym franchise could be the perfect way to take your career to the next level. Many fitness professionals dream of running their own gym, but the reality of starting from scratch can be overwhelming. A

Expanding a franchise system is a complex endeavor that requires strategic planning, industry expertise and access to the right network of franchisees. Franchise consultants can be invaluable in this process, helping franchisors navigate growth, streamline operations and connect with the right candidates. But what exactly can franchise consultants do for franchisors, and how can you best utilize their

  Enjoy a free butter-toppled short stack of pancakes from participating IHOP locations on National Pancake Day Tuesday, March 4. Most Victor Valley IHOPs are joining in the jam-packed giveaway including locations on La Paz Drive in Victorville, Main Street in Hesperia, and East Main Street and Lenwood Road in Barstow. Guests will receive one dine-in-only free

FITNESS FRANCHISES EMBRACE THE LONGEVITY MOVEMENT The pursuit of longevity is gaining momentum, with consumers eager to live better for longer through various interventions. The market for longevity and anti-aging therapies is projected to reach $44.2 billion by the end of the decade, up from $25.1 billion in 2020. This surge presents a golden opportunity

Oslo, Norway – Body Fit Training (BFT), a group strength training franchise under Xponential Fitness, has officially opened its first Scandinavian location in Oslo’s Majorstuen neighborhood. This marks a significant milestone, as BFT becomes the first Xponential Fitness brand to enter the Scandinavian market. EXPANDING THE FITNESS FRANCHISE LANDSCAPE IN SCANDINAVIA The expansion is led

TEXAS ROADHOUSE: A STEADFAST LEADER IN THE F&B FRANCHISE INDUSTRY Texas Roadhouse continues to solidify its position as a dominant force in the F&B franchise sector, demonstrating resilience and strategic growth. In 2024, the company reported a 16% increase in total revenue, reaching $5.37 billion, up from $4.63 billion in 2023. Net income saw a

Golden Gate, a prominent Vietnamese restaurant brand, has purchased The Coffee House, a coffee chain based in Ho Chi Minh City, from the Seedcom retail group. This acquisition, first reported by DealStreetAsia, follows a decision made by Golden Gate’s board of directors on January 24, 2025. The resolution revealed the company’s intention to acquire an

Seguin, Texas Welcomes the First U.S. Dual-Branded Applebee’s | IHOP Location with 15 More Planned Nationwide. Dine Brands Global, Inc., the parent company of Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar, IHOP, and Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, has officially opened the first dual-branded Applebee’s | IHOP restaurant in the United States. The flagship location, operated by franchisee Ramzi

THE COFFEE BEAN & TEA LEAF EXPANDS FOOTPRINT IN PAKISTAN WITH 27TH OUTLET IN LAHORE’S LAKE CITY Lahore, Pakistan — The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®, a globally recognized specialty coffee and tea brand, has further solidified its presence in Pakistan by inaugurating its 27th outlet in Lake City, Lahore. This expansion underscores the brand’s

SOUTHEAST ASIA’S FOOD DELIVERY MARKET SURGES: WHAT IT MEANS FOR INVESTORS Southeast Asia’s food delivery market experienced a significant upswing in 2024, growing by 13% year-on-year to reach $19.3 billion, according to Momentum Work’s report. This marks a notable acceleration following two years of modest 5% growth. VIETNAM AND INDONESIA LEAD THE CHARGE Vietnam and

STRETCHLAB TEAMS UP WITH MAJOR LEAGUE PICKLEBALL: A GAME-CHANGER FOR FITNESS FRANCHISES REVOLUTIONIZING ASSISTED STRETCHING StretchLab, the largest assisted stretching brand in the United States, has announced its official sponsorship of Major League Pickleball (MLP). This partnership positions StretchLab as the Exclusive Preferred Stretch Partner for the 2025 season, underscoring its commitment to enhancing athletic