Latest NFIB study reports growing economic optimism but finds 13% of small business owners still say they may have to close their doors.

How leaders can help prevent employee burnout in Covid-stressed times

Two franchisees, one with 3 mall-based food brands, the other a franchisee and development agent for Mountain Mike’s pizza, tell how Covid has changed their business

Thinking about buying a franchise during Covid? Consider these 4 important tips before moving ahead.

Suite Management Franchising CEO Ken McAllister says his company is one of the brick-and-mortar brands that grew during the pandemic in 2020

Tropical Smoothie, which opened its 900th store in 2020, is looking to reach 1,500 in 5 years—or sooner!

Deloitte poll of 3,000 Americans reveals changes in how and where Americans eat

Welcome to “Good (and Other) News!” – our monthly roundup of franchise growth, finance, expansion, regulation, legislation, technology, trends, people, milestones, and other news about franchisors large, medium, and emerging. This month we continue with our newest section, “Coping with Covid – Reopening & Recovery.”