Laura Michaels

Editor in chief of @FranTimes, reader of books, Hawkeye for life (even in Minnesota)

[Franchise Times @FranTimes]

With a social media audience of 32 million, multiple business ventures and a much-anticipated fight with Mike Tyson coming up, Jake Paul has a lot going on these days.
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[Laura Michaels @FTLauraMichaels]

Negative same-store sales in '23 & through the first half of '24 further compressed the profit margin for a large Arby's franchisee, which said it's also seen disappointing sales at some newer restaurants.

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If you’ve ever drank a Diet Coke and thought it would taste better with coconut cream and a few pumps of lime and vanilla syrups, “dirty soda” may be the trend for you. https://t.co/JpYxPr4Jj2

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Large multi-unit deals are a rarity for quick-service seafood concept Captain D’s. https://t.co/9LCweT1byy

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The Team Orange Independent Franchise Council says many #Orangetheory studios are losing money at the four-wall level. Its general counsel notes the group is looking for “win-win” solutions with the franchisor.

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[Laura Michaels @FTLauraMichaels]

One of the largest Subway franchisees in Texas filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection last week, eight days after losing an appeal in a multimillion-dollar wrongful death lawsuit.

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[Laura Michaels @FTLauraMichaels]

Anthony Geisler, who founded multi-brand platform company Xponential Fitness in 2017 and has served as CEO since, was removed from his position and suspended indefinitely effective immediately, the company announced Friday.
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[Franchise Times @FranTimes]

Franchise sales conferences and channels appear to have more energy than ever. But net unit growth remains essentially flat. Why?

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Franchisees often muse about what they’d do differently if they were the franchisor. Few ultimately make the leap and create their own concept, however, but that’s exactly what a group of Papa Johns franchisees did when they launched salad franchise Chop5.
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[FastFoodMaven @FastFoodMaven]

. @Wendys said it's stance on dynamic pricing was misconstrued. But one California operator is happy to discuss his use of dynamic pricing, which has boosted his monthly delivery revenue. @CaliBBQMedia https://t.co/Y0IBRkS1a0

[Laura Michaels @FTLauraMichaels]

Now out of Little Caesars & Meineke, Guernsey Holdings is all-in on @Zaxbys. Expect new stores and more deals as Guernsey CEO Mike James also adds to his @sonicdrivein & @Take5_oilchange unit counts #franchising
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[Laura Michaels @FTLauraMichaels]

@FranTimes #DealmakersWeek2024 starts 4/22 & I've got an incredible lineup of leaders from @YEBdotCom @ComfortKeepers @rwbaird & @FifthThird talking M&A activity in fitness, youth activities & senior care. Get registered!
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[Laura Michaels @FTLauraMichaels]

Former MLB pitcher Edwin Jackson @EJ36 wants to bring @rainingberries to multiple states, and he's getting other pro athletes involved through LCP Concessions, formed as an investment arm of @laphaircapital
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[Franchise Times @FranTimes]

Curious about the secrets of successful franchising? Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the best in the business. Join us as we unpack the strategies behind major franchise deals during Dealmakers Week from April 22-25 starting at 10am CT each day. https://t.co/z6HB9TQsKF

[Laura Michaels @FTLauraMichaels]

Opening day of the @FOD_News Conference is 3 weeks away! Join me & top marketing execs from @McAlistersDeli, @FiveGuys & @BurgerFi as we discuss how leading restaurant companies keep their customer at the center of the experience. More info:
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#FODC2024

[Justin McCoy @jambam0506]

A BIG thank you to @FranTimes & @FSNLauraM for the September issue cover & feature on @cousinssubs & our partnership with @Donald_Driver80!! #TeamCousins ~ https://t.co/iwU90fiI2B

[Donald Driver @Donald_Driver80]

I’m honored to be on the front cover of Franchise Times. Thanks Laura Michaels for capturing the love and passion I have for @cousinssubs Christine Specht you are a true rockstar. Thanks for sharing the stage with me.
“Running A New Route”

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High Bluff to Buy 81 Hardee’s From Former Franchisee https://t.co/RrjpNCAELz

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Olympic Swimmer to Open Goldfish Swim School Franchise in Florida https://t.co/OpeqVDR7gM

[Food On Demand Conference @FOD_News]

Restaurants Use Customer Data to Deepen the Guest Experience https://t.co/ibay41pM6z