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Zaxbys to Debut in Maryland with First 3 Locations on the Eastern Shore

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Zaxbys™, a rapidly expanding Georgia-based QSR franchise, will make its debut in the state of Maryland next year. A newly signed territory agreement will open three locations along Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The first Zaxbys in Maryland is slated to open in Cambridge in late 2025, with additional locations in Easton and West Ocean City/Berlin to follow. The first Maryland Zaxbys location will be built near Walmart in Cambridge, with a modern farmhouse design. Another location is planned near a new hospital development in Easton, and the third will …

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Onward & Upward

by Katie Lee

— By Katie Lee — Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a Newport Beach, California-based family-style pizza chain for more than 45 years, continues to scale the heights toward the peak of franchise success. Born out of the Bay Area in 1978, Mountain Mike’s Pizza started franchising in 1981 and grew steadily and regionally over the ensuing decades. More recently, Chris Britt and Ed St. Geme, former multi-unit Burger King franchisees and Stanford alumni who frequented the chain in college, came along and shook things up. In 2017, the pair acquired the company …

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Ethan Allen’s Western North Carolina Distribution Center Begins Recovery Process

by Katie Lee

Danbury, Conn. — An Ethan Allen distribution center located in Old Fort, N.C., was recently impacted by the significant flooding caused by Hurricane Helene. The distribution center, which primarily ships custom-made home furnishings to select wholesale customers, has not yet resumed daily shipping operations due to limited road accessibility for tractor trailers. Recovery efforts have already begun, including restoration of electricity and internet connectivity. The company’s major upholstery operations, which are located in central North Carolina, were not significantly disrupted by Hurricane Helene and are currently operating at normal capacity. …

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RED Development Underway on $2 Billion Redevelopment of Paradise Valley Mall in Phoenix

by Katie Lee

Phoenix — RED Development has begun construction on PV, the $2 billion redevelopment of a 100-acre site in Phoenix formerly occupied by Paradise Valley Mall. Phase I of the project will include retail, dining and entertainment space anchored by Whole Foods Market; AVE Paradise Valley, a 400-unit multifamily community; and a 77,000-square-foot co-headquarters for Fender Musical Instruments Corp. Each component of the development will be linked via centrally located parks. A groundbreaking was recently held for the office portion of the development — a three-story building designed by SmithGroup to …

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Next-Generation DICK’S Store to Open at Rosedale Center in Minnesota

by Katie Lee

Roseville, Minn. — Rosedale Center, a 1,142,972-square-foot shopping center located in the heart of the Twin Cities, has completed construction of a new 80,000-square-foot DICK’S location. The grand opening is scheduled for Oct. 26. The new DICK’S store features golf hitting bays with TrackMan technology, a HitTrax multisport cage, House of Cleats, equipment services counter, an expanded premium footwear selection and apparel, accessories and equipment from the hottest brands. JLL’s retail development partner, Poag Development Group, led construction management of the project at the parcel formerly occupied by Herberger’s. “Each …

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Duro-Last® Names New Vice President of Finance

by Katie Lee

Saginaw, Mich. — Duro-Last, a member of Holcim Building Envelope, has appointed Albert Frattaroli as its new vice president of finance. In this role, Frattaroli will oversee Duro-Last’s financial strategy and operations, driving initiatives to enhance profitability, streamline financial processes and support continued growth. Frattaroli brings more than 20 years of experience in finance, having held leadership positions with global organizations such as Amcor, Owens Corning, Ally Bank, Honeywell International and PricewaterhouseCoopers. His expertise spans financial planning and analysis, operations finance, internal controls, acquisition integration and team leadership. “We are …

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CoolSys Acquires Mechanical Engineering & Construction Corporation

by Katie Lee

Brea, Calif. — CoolSys™, a market-leading provider of sustainable refrigeration, HVAC, energy and engineering solutions, has acquired Mechanical Engineering & Construction Corporation (MEC2), a full-service mechanical engineering firm based in Maryland and Virginia that provides comprehensive mechanical design and construction services for institutional, commercial, industrial and government projects. In acquiring MEC2, CoolSys will strengthen its commercial and industrial capabilities while deepening its market presence in the Mid-Atlantic region. “We’re excited to join forces with MEC2 and welcome their team to the CoolSys family. This acquisition enhances our national presence and …

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Quiznos Returns to Tucson, Plans to Open 30 New Locations in Arizona

by Katie Lee

Tucson, Ariz. — Quiznos is returning to Tucson, Ariz., with a new restaurant opening near the University of Arizona campus as part of a blockbuster deal calling for 30 new locations to open in Arizona over the next 5 to 7 years. This is the first new full-menu Quiznos in Arizona since 2010, and it comes with exciting new features like a drive-thru — only the second Quiznos in the U.S. to have one. The Tucson location had a soft opening on Sept. 26, with a grand opening planned for …

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Jittery Joe’s Coffee Marks 30 Years, Launches Drive-Thru Franchise Concept

by Katie Lee

Athens, Ga. — This year, Jittery Joe’s Coffee is celebrating 30 years in business. The specialty coffee roaster, based in Athens, Ga., is also now launching franchise opportunities for a new drive-thru model. Jittery Joe’s Coffee’s new drive-thru concept stands out by maintaining a smaller footprint, offering lower labor costs and enhancing efficiency. “As demand for coffee and energy continues to rise, savvy investments are shifting toward the smaller-footprint, drive-thru-only coffee model,” says Drew French, co-owner of Jittery Joe’s Franchising. “Our new drive-thru concept is poised to capitalize on these …

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FAT Brands to Convert 30 Smokey Bones Restaurants into Twin Peaks

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Los Angeles — FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., a leading global franchising company and parent company of 18 brands including Twin Peaks, has opened the first converted Smokey Bones location to Twin Peaks in Lakeland, Fla. Since acquiring Smokey Bones last year, FAT Brands has identified a select number of Smokey Bones locations to convert to its fastest-growing brand, Twin Peaks. The global restaurant franchising company has identified this strategy as a key growth pillar for the brand and currently has a pipeline of approximately 30 Smokey Bones locations …

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