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California Feature Articles

Looking for a franchise opportunity in California? Whether you're a first-time business owner or a seasoned entrepreneur, California offers exciting potential for franchise success. With thriving markets in key cities like Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose, San Francisco, Fresno, Sacramento, Long Beach, there's a perfect environment to launch and grow a franchise. From food and beverage to retail and services, the diverse economic landscape in California is ripe for franchise opportunities. Explore the best franchise options today and take the next step toward business ownership in California.

Informative articles to support business buyers, franchisees, and franchisors in California.

He was an expert on the intersection of public policy, communications, and the law
  • M. Scott Morris
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Sharon Arthofer is an esteemed retail executive and seasoned entrepreneur with a passion for franchising and business development in the food and beverage space.
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,074 Reads 8 Shares
Female founders turned to franchising to grow their businesses and expand their influence
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,027 Reads 7 Shares
As a business expands into multi-unit territory, the right district or area managers become crucial
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,322 Reads 4 Shares
A new report reveals that 41% of those surveyed expect revenue losses
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,188 Reads 11 Shares
2025's Mega 99 list ranks the country's largest multi-unit franchisees by unit count, including their brands.
  • Ambika Oberoi
  • 13,128 Reads 7 Shares
Yousuf Nabi honors his father's legacy with Mrs. Fields while expanding the business with new brands
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,914 Reads 86 Shares
Service brand deals continue to grow through the first two months of the year
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,962 Reads 4 Shares
Eight multi-unit restaurant operators tell why they diversified into new sectors (or didn't!)
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 2,231 Reads 3 Shares
Kim Freid embraces Apex Leadership Co.'s fundraising and training programs
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,280 Reads 7 Shares
A Dunkin' franchisee, Patel has a proven track record of scaling franchise operations
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,461 Reads 4 Shares
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Most study participants (40%) don't expect tariffs to affect their businesses
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,918 Reads 4 Shares
Bob Allison says Lindora Clinic can standardize the delivery of metabolic health solutions
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,243 Reads 5 Shares
With new leaders in Washington, D.C., it's time to promote proactive franchising policies
  • Matt Haller
  • 4,469 Reads 3 Shares
The multi-unit franchisee's second Wetzel's Pretzels will open in The Shops at Heavenly Village
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,437 Reads 2 Shares
Multi-unit restaurant franchisees share thoughts on how to maintain brand standards while meeting regional customer preferences
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,384 Reads 34 Shares
In addition to portfolio growth, diversification provides opportunities to develop new skills
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 3,479 Reads 13 Shares
The new ICHRA insurance plan can provide more affordable and customized health benefits to franchise employees
  • Jack Hooper
  • 5,120 Reads 10 Shares
The new unit recently opened in Bainbridge, Ohio
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 6,816 Reads 5 Shares
Franchise development professionals gather in Atlanta learn and share ideas
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 2,402 Reads 2 Shares
The industry is evolving toward a structure favoring scale and consolidation
  • Ambika Oberoi
  • 6,033 Reads 17 Shares
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Service brand deals keep growing as end of the year approaches
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,126 Reads 3 Shares
How these successful multi-unit restaurant franchisees keep current with the latest industry practices and technologies
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 2,603 Reads 3 Shares
The latest in employment news from November affecting franchising and beyond
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,221 Reads 3 Shares
Tom McGwire commits to growing Honey Baked Ham in New England
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,270 Reads 8 Shares
Mike James and Guernsey Holdings own and operate more than 140 franchise locations in 11 states
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,918 Reads 147 Shares
The group of franchisees also has deals to open units in Chicago and Washington, D.C.
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,976 Reads 2 Shares
The organization says the FTC continues to exceed its authority and disregard the rulemaking process
  • International Franchise Association
  • 2,610 Reads 7 Shares
IFA's top priority is to help create a better environment for franchising to thrive
  • Matthew Haller
  • 3,800 Reads 20 Shares
Liz and Jay McKee plan to open their first store in Odessa, Texas, in early 2025
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,585 Reads 5 Shares

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