FRANCHISE Update Magazine Issue IV, 2024: 2025 Annual Franchise Development Report
FRANCHISE Update Magazine: 2025 Annual Franchise Development Report

Q4 | 2024

2025 Annual Franchise Development Report

Plus 2024 STAR Awards Winners, FLDC Silver Anniversary And Annual Mystery Shopping Results

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Driving Brand Growth: CEO celebrates each win at Big Frog Custom T-Shirts
Tina Bacon-DeFrece expects to add 50 locations over the next three years
Kerry Pipes
Catering to Canines: Dogtopia CEO retains "a burning desire to improve"
Neil Gill looks to capitalize on a growing and changing pet-care sector
Kerry Pipes
Policy Priorities: IFA makes inroads with lawmakers at the '24 summit 
IFA welcomes the support of any lawmaker who champions the franchising community's priorities
Matt Haller
A Clean Transition: Zips Cleaners' Mary Ann Donaghy dives into data
She stresses listening, making data-backed decisions, and being surrounded by a great team
Kerry Pipes
CMO Roundtable with MassageLuXe' VP of Marketing, Stephanie Hill
Marketing executive Stephanie Hill discusses the importance of customer feedback and data analytics
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CMO Roundtable with Best Life Brands' Chief Marketing Officer, Jennifer LoBianco
Marketing executive Jennifer LoBianco discusses the importance of customer feedback and data analytics
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CMO Roundtable with Scenthound's VP of Marketing, Hannah Keyser
Marketing executive Hannah Keyser discusses the importance of customer feedback and data analytics
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CMO Roundtable with FullSpeed Automotive's Chief Marketing Officer, Stacey Pool
Marketing executive Stacey Pool discusses the importance of customer feedback and data analytics
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Multi-Pronged Approach: Creating a comprehensive digital marketing strategy
Charleys Philly Steaks takes a methodical approach to social media and franchise development 
Jack Monson and Sophia Giordano-Scott
Taking Great Care: What world-class customer experience brands have in common
A customer experience action statement clarifies employees' daily roles
John DiJulius
Studying the Numbers: The 2025 AFDR reveals crucial brand data
A total of 128 brands participated in the survey, representing a broad cross-section of sectors
Helen Bond
Above and Beyond: STAR Awards recognize franchising's recruitment elite
Franchise Update honored brands for their stellar franchise development efforts
Kevin Behan
Mystery Shopping '24: Researchers investigate first contact with potential franchisees
Franchise Update's annual mystery shopping survey of franchise development tools shows improvement
M. Scott Morris
A Quarter Century of FranDev: Franchise Update Media hosts the 25th annual FLDC
Franchise development professionals gather in Atlanta learn and share ideas
Kerry Pipes
Challenge the Pros: Tom Welter Shares How They Keep Franchisees Engaged Before Opening Day
Brand executive Tom Welter discusses franchisee engagement before the first location opens
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Challenge the Pros: From Signing to Opening: Mark Jameson's Tips for Keeping Franchisees Motivated
Brand executive Mark Jameson discusses franchisee engagement before the first location opens
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Challenge the Pros: How John Palumbo Ensures Franchisee Success Before the Grand Opening
Brand executive John Palumbo discusses franchisee engagement before the first location opens
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Challenge the Pros: How Michael Abramson Fosters Franchisee Engagement Before Launch
Brand executive Michael Abramson discusses franchisee engagement before the first location opens
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Beyond the "Glee" Stage: Proper planning serves franchisors and franchisees
Often, the key to success is having a business plan and a financial plan
Evan Hackel
A New Pipeline: MUMBO is the word
Existing franchisees provide a database for development professionals
Paul Wilbur
Private Equity's Playbook: Hey, franchisors: Commit to explosive growth
For exponential results, look at your franchise from a private equity lens
Keith Gerson
A Relationship Business: Finding the right fit with international franchisees
Success in a new country largely depends on who represents the brand
William Edwards and Alison McElroy
Navigating Uncertainty: Franchise brands must be prepared to change
By maintaining a balance of stability and flexibility, franchise brands can navigate uncertainty
Art Coley
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