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Peltz backed Wendy’s payouts. His bid with Flynn now makes the case for investment.
Finance & Economics

Peltz backed Wendy’s payouts. His bid with Flynn now makes the case for investment.

Trian endorsed larger payouts in 2023. Its bid with Wendy’s operator Flynn now promises reinvestment, raising a practical question for franchisees: how will restaurant improvements be funded?

OCT 31, 2026 · 4 MIN READ
Mike’s Red Tacos turns to an experienced operator for 36 Florida stores
Industry Analysis

Mike’s Red Tacos turns to an experienced operator for 36 Florida stores

Built Different Brands plans the first Florida opening for 2027 under a 36-store agreement.

OCT 22, 2026 · 2 MIN READ
PrimoHoagies offers 10–15 restaurant resales as it tests a smaller store
Industry Analysis

PrimoHoagies offers 10–15 restaurant resales as it tests a smaller store

Retiring owners create an acquisition path while new franchisees develop a 1,100-square-foot format.

OCT 22, 2026 · 2 MIN READ
Krispy Kreme announces 33-shop New York development deal
Industry Analysis

Krispy Kreme announces 33-shop New York development deal

Original Entrepreneurs plans 33 shops over five years as Krispy Kreme expands through franchisees.

OCT 14, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
MTY renews its franchising push after strategic review
Industry Analysis

MTY renews its franchising push after strategic review

MTY plans fewer company-operated restaurants and a review of its brands.

OCT 11, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
Bad Ass Coffee moves headquarters to Lexington
Industry Analysis

Bad Ass Coffee moves headquarters to Lexington

A new distribution center supports East Coast and destination stores.

SEP 23, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
Slutty Vegan adds Cincinnati to Soul Republic’s Ohio plans
Industry Analysis

Slutty Vegan adds Cincinnati to Soul Republic’s Ohio plans

Soul Republic’s third announced Ohio market follows its plans for Columbus and Cleveland.

SEP 23, 2026 · 1 MIN READ
finance
Finance & Economics

Quality Brand Group Builds an Operating Structure for Expansion

QBG’s latest sales ranking sits alongside a documented expansion of field leadership, training capacity and new-store opening support.

AUG 6, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
people
People & Culture

Domino’s Sets an Extended Handoff From Russell Weiner to Joe Jordan

Domino’s planned CEO and chairman transitions create a long overlap. For franchisees, the key is clarity about who owns operating decisions.

JUN 22, 2026 · 4 MIN READ
people
People & Culture

Jack in the Box Puts Its Board Chair in Charge of the Turnaround

Mark King’s immediate move into the interim CEO role retains JACK on Track while changing who must turn its priorities into operating decisions.

MAY 13, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
people
People & Culture

Denny’s names Christopher Bode CEO with a 24-month agenda

Bode’s promotion comes with Project Grand Slam, a 24-month plan covering food, beverages, catering, remodels, retail and digital operations.

APR 13, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
people
People & Culture

Redberry’s Canadian Expansion Shows the Work Behind Its Store Target

Ken Otto described a 15-month Jersey Mike’s review. Redberry’s earlier records identify the recruits and first Ontario openings that followed.

APR 5, 2026 · 3 MIN READ
finance
Finance & Economics

How Net-Lease REITs Are Quietly Reshaping QSR Franchise Ownership

Institutional capital is flooding into QSR real estate through net-lease REITs, creating a new power dynamic between landlords, franchisees, and brands. Here's what operators and investors need to understand.

MAR 20, 2026 · 8 MIN READ