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WOWorks Unveils Three-Tier Incentive Program to Accelerate Franchise Growth Across Portfolio

New program reduces franchise fees and royalties for operators committing to one or more locations
Qualifying 6+ unit developers can receive a net $0 franchise fee on first three locations
Franchisees can add a second co-branded concept for no additional franchise fee
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- WOWorks, the parent company of better-for-you restaurant brands Saladworks, Frutta Bowls, Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh, The Simple Greek, Barberitos and Zoup! Eatery, has launched a new three-tier ...

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BODYBAR PILATES SETS RECORD FOR U.S.'S LARGEST REFORMER PILATES CLASS

100 participants took to 100 reformers to celebrate Pilates' centennial and BODYBAR's 100th studio opening
FORT WORTH, Texas -- BODYBAR Pilates, a leading modern Pilates franchise, today announced it successfully completed the largest reformer Pilates class on record in the United States. The first-of-its-kind workout brought together 100 participants on 100 reformers in Frisco, Texas. Held on Sunday, September 13, the event commemorated both the 100th anniversary of Pilates and BODYBAR's ...

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British Swim School Launches National "Jump On In Sweepstakes" to Promote Water Safety and Confidence This Fall

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. -- British Swim School, North America's leading provider of water safety and survival programs, today announced the launch of its Jump On In Sweepstakes, which will award free swim lessons for a year.
As part of its "Back to Pool" campaign, the national sweepstakes runs from September 8–30, 2026, and brings fresh energy to the fall swim season by inspiring families to get back in the water, reconnects with swimmers who may have taken a break, and welcomes new families who ...

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PuroClean's Franchise Development Momentum Accelerates as a New Generation of Entrepreneurs Fuels 2026 Growth

Strong Unit-Level Economics and a Needs-Based, B2B Model Are Driving Reinvestment and Drawing Entrepreneurs Seeking Portfolio Diversification into the PuroClean System
Key takeaways:
20% of PuroClean's unit growth in 2026 has come from existing Franchise Owners reinvesting in additional territories
A PuroClean Franchise Owner surpassed $20 million in gross sales from a single location for the first time in the brand's history*
PuroClean's franchise development strategy is ...

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BODYBAR PILATES CELEBRATES OPENING OF FIRST KENTUCKY STUDIO

LEXINGTON, Ky. -- BODYBAR Pilates, the high energy, reformer-based Pilates studio, has officially opened its first studio in The Bluegrass State at 4257 Harrodsburg Road in the Ethington Shops, located in the Palomar neighborhood of Lexington.
BODYBAR Pilates Palomar is owned and operated by Cara and Jason Groth, a husband‑and‑wife duo deeply rooted in the Lexington community. Jason, a longtime physician assistant, and Cara, a pharmacist of 23 years, were inspired to bring ...

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PrideStaff Brings Fort Myers Metro Office Under Corporate Ownership

FORT MYERS, Fla. -- PrideStaff, a nationally franchised staffing organization, is pleased to announce that its Fort Myers Metro office has transitioned to company ownership, reinforcing the organization's long-term commitment to employers, job seekers, and the broader Southwest Florida business community.
The transition reinforces PrideStaff's investment in the Fort Myers market, combining the knowledge, relationships, and personalized service of the experienced local team with PrideStaff's ...

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Beyond State Qualified: Celebree School Launches "Celebree Certified" Teacher Certification Program

New Program Raises the Standard for Teacher Readiness in Early Childhood Education
BALTIMORE -- Celebree School, a leader in early childhood education offering infant and toddler care, preschool, and summer camp programs, proudly announces the launch of Celebree Certified, a new teacher certification initiative designed to ensure every classroom is led by an educator who has been trained, coached, observed, and verified to deliver the high-quality experience families expect.
Already ...

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Greg DuPey of Pillar To Post Home Inspectors Named Franchisee of the Year by International Franchise Association

Pennsylvania-Based Franchise Owner Recognized for Business Growth, Resilience, and Contributions to the Franchise Community
TAMPA, Fla. -- Pillar To Post Home Inspectors (Pillar To Post), North America's leading home inspection company, is proud to announce that franchise business owner Greg DuPey has been named a 2026 Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association (IFA). The prestigious award recognizes franchise owners who exemplify excellence in their businesses, ...

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Neighborly® Appoints Brent Korb as Chief Financial Officer

Korb brings more than 25 years of executive financial leadership across private equity-backed and publicly traded companies
IRVING, Texas -- Neighborly®, a family of global brands dedicated to delivering remarkable experiences for both consumers and franchise owners, today announced that Brent Korb has been named Chief Financial Officer, effective September 8. Korb will report to Mike Davis, Chief Executive Officer, and will be based at the company's Irving headquarters.
"Brent brings a ...

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98% of Job Seekers Say Adapting to Workplace Culture Is Important, but More Than Half Call It Unfair

Two-thirds have changed aspects of their personality to fit workplace culture, with Gen Z and millennials reporting the highest rates.
OKLAHOMA CITY -- Job seekers say adapting their personality to fit workplace culture is important, but more than half call the expectation unfair. Despite perceptions about younger workers, Gen Z and millennials report adapting the most, according to a recent Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey.
For many, adapting is already part of the ...

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Before iPads We Had Imaginations: Celebree School Launches "Boredom Is Where Imagination Begins"

Top early childhood education brand turns screen-free play, storytelling, and imagination into a nationwide movement for families
75% of parents believe boredom helps children become more creative
67% of parents believe screens make it harder for children to use their imagination
BALTIMORE -- Remember putting on living room plays for your parents? Building blanket forts out of couch cushions? Riding bikes with neighborhood friends until the streetlights came on? A new study reveals nearly 9 ...

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VIO Med Spa Expands Dallas Footprint as Former Meta Executive Acquires Two Locations and Signs for Prosper

Former Meta and McKinsey executive acquires existing VIO Med Spa locations in Richardson and McKinney
Agreement includes development of a new location in fast-growing Prosper
Investment reflects continued demand for physician-guided aesthetics, wellness and longevity services
DALLAS, Texas -- VIO Med Spa, a nationally recognized, physician-guided medical spa franchise specializing in advanced, non-invasive aesthetic and wellness treatments, is expanding its North Texas presence under the ...

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