Franchise News

Signarama®, the world’s leading sign and graphics franchise, announced significant achievements and record-breaking sales for its franchisees in the first half of 2024. The company's continued success underscores its position as an industry leader and highlights the strength of its franchise model.

Hercules Press, which has been operating for 51 years, has been sold by retiring second-generation owner Michael Macrides to new Minuteman Press franchise owner Michael Campagnone. Moving forward, the business is now operating as Minuteman Press in West Roxbury. The business remains located at 91 Spring Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132.

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill®, a leading Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant, is reporting notable unit growth and sales increases for the first half of 2024. The brand opened seven new restaurants throughout Q1 and Q2 in Vestavia Hills, Ala.; San Diego and Danville, Calif.; Roswell, Ga.; Pleasant Grove, Utah; and Tampa and Maitland, Fla. while signing numerous franchise agreements to develop several new restaurants in the coming years. The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill opened multiple new locations in 2023 and 2024, leading to a 61% increase in systemwide sales over Q1-Q2 2023.

After 12 years of dedicated leadership, Zakir Daud, the founder of Eazi-Apps, is stepping into the Chief Vision Officer (CVO) role. Zakir will continue to guide the company’s future direction, ensuring we remain focused on innovation and opportunity.

MY SALON Suite, a salon suite franchise focused on providing beauty, health and wellness professionals a personal space to build their business, has ranked #17 on Entrepreneur's second annual Top Brands for Multi-Unit Owners list. The recognition comes amid rapid franchise growth and major acquisitions by the brand, boosting the network to over 330 locations nationwide.

Kinderdance® International, a leader in developmental dance, movement, yoga, gymnastics, and fitness programs for young children, is proud to announce its recognition by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the Top 300 Low-Cost Franchises. This accolade underscores Kinderdance's commitment to providing affordable, high-quality franchising opportunities and its dedication to fostering early childhood development through educational dance and movement.

When Chris McGroder and her husband Pat purchased their Minuteman Press franchise in Concord, NC in May of 2014, they knew they had some work to do. By following the Minuteman Press system, marketing the business, making key acquisitions, and providing outstanding service (among many other things), Chris, Pat, and the team at Minuteman Press in Concord have successfully built their business and are recurring members of the Minuteman Press International President’s Club for top performers.

Kinderdance® International, a pioneer in educational dance, movement, yoga, gymnastics, and fitness programs for young children, is thrilled to announce its inclusion in Entrepreneur Magazine's prestigious list of Top Global Franchises. This recognition highlights Kinderdance's international success and its unwavering commitment to early childhood education through dance and movement.

Graze Craze®, a fast-growing franchise specializing in artfully designed charcuterie boards, announced today its remarkable performance for the first half of 2024 where it saw an average 49% increase in same-store sales in the first six months, over the same period in 2023. The brand has steadily achieved year-over-year double-digit comp sales increases each month, including a 72% increase in March 2024. The closing of Q2 marked the brand’s 12th consecutive quarter of positive growth, signifying not only a growing market demand but also the strength of the brand’s strategic initiatives and customer loyalty.