Franchises
These Are the Top 10 Retail Franchises in 2025
Key Takeaways Retail franchises continue to prove the power of local ownership backed by national support. Brands like 7-Eleven, Ace Hardware and Nothing Bundt Cakes are growing through innovation...
No, Your Franchise Won’t Run Itself
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Even the most proven franchise systems require active, engaged ownership — there’s no “autopilot” mode. The semi-absentee model is...
Why Most Mergers Fail — And How to Avoid It
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Introduce yourself to the acquired team before close and explain the why behind the deal. Don’t promise “nothing will...
Wendy’s Launches “Project Fresh” Revamp
Key Takeaways Wendy’s announced Project Fresh, a four-pillar plan to modernize the brand. The brand is upgrading its tech with new kiosks, app features and faster drive-thrus. Expect refreshed...
How Pinky Cole Regained Control of Slutty Vegan
Key Takeaways Pinky Cole temporarily lost control of Slutty Vegan earlier this year through restructuring, but quickly bought it back. She launched Slutty Vegan 2.0, focused on operational discipline,...
Why I Bought a Business Instead of Starting One — And Why More Smart Professionals Are Doing the Same
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways After years in executive leadership, the author chose to buy a business instead of starting one from scratch to...
The IFA Is Spending Millions to Address This Franchise Myth
Key Takeaways The International Franchise Association launched a $5 million campaign called “Franchise Means Local.” The campaign highlights that most franchises are small businesses owned by local entrepreneurs. The...
This Fast-Food Chain Is Betting Big on Chicken
The brand that once defined fried fish in America is turning its focus to chicken. Key Takeaways Long John Silver’s new branding positions poultry as a co-lead with fish,...
