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2026 Top Franchise Sales Leaders: Jim Stapleton, VP of Franchise Development for Caring Transitions

Grow a Franchise

Sep 28, 20269 min read

2026 Top Franchise Sales Leaders: Jim Stapleton, VP of Franchise Development for Caring Transitions

According to Stapleton, building trust early and staying flexible throughout the sales process are critical as franchise candidates become more informed and selective.

Chad Cohen

1851 Franchise Contributor

Wow Windowboxes Expands to 22 Cities as It Builds Its Franchise System

Franchisor Stories

Sep 28, 202611 min read

Wow Windowboxes Expands to 22 Cities as It Builds Its Franchise System

Bret Schneider is drawing on the floral design brand’s 18-year history as he grows its franchise footprint, with recurring revenue and customer service at the center of the model.

Shane ElizabethRoche

1851 Staff Writer

Eggs Up Grill Franchise Costs, Fees, Profit and Data for 2026

Buy a Franchise

Sep 25, 20268 min read

Eggs Up Grill Franchise Costs, Fees, Profit and Data for 2026

Franchise Opportunity Deep Dive: Eggs Up Grill is a growing breakfast and brunch franchise with made-to-order dishes served in a friendly, community-focused setting.

Morgan Wood

Content Manager

The Markets Sport Clips Haircuts Is Targeting Next and the Demand That's Driving the Growth

The Markets Sport Clips Haircuts Is Targeting Next and the Demand That's Driving the Growth

Why Tide Is Winning as Independent Dry Cleaners Exit the Market

Why Tide Is Winning as Independent Dry Cleaners Exit the Market

United Water Restoration Group

Mold Myths and Tips: What Homeowners Should Know During Mold Awareness Month

Mold Myths and Tips: What Homeowners Should Know During Mold Awareness Month

New U Women's Clinic & Aesthetics

The Top Benefits of Being a Founding Franchisee With New U Women’s Clinic & Aesthetics

The Top Benefits of Being a Founding Franchisee With New U Women’s Clinic & Aesthetics

Caring Transitions

How to Manage Your Time and Grow Your Caring Transitions Franchise Efficiently

How to Manage Your Time and Grow Your Caring Transitions Franchise Efficiently

Dillas Quesadillas

Dillas Primo Quesadillas Franchise Costs, Fees, Profit and Data for 2026

Dillas Primo Quesadillas Franchise Costs, Fees, Profit and Data for 2026

DRYmedic Restoration

DRYmedic Restoration Services Van

How Much Can I Make as a DRYmedic Restoration Franchisee?

Jollibee Takes the No. 1 Spot in USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards

Jollibee Takes the No. 1 Spot in USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Why Multi-Unit, Multi-Brand Operators Are Adding The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Franchise to Their Portfolio

Caring Transitions

Meet the Caring Transitions Franchisees Turning a Personal Experience Into a Growing Family Business

Meet the Caring Transitions Franchisees Turning a Personal Experience Into a Growing Family Business

How Bonchon’s Leadership Designed a Restaurant for Stronger Unit Economics at a Lower Cost of Entry

How Bonchon’s Leadership Designed a Restaurant for Stronger Unit Economics at a Lower Cost of Entry

Tide Cleaners Franchisee Expands Cincinnati Footprint With Acquisition of Century-Old Widmer’s

Tide Cleaners Franchisee Expands Cincinnati Footprint With Acquisition of Century-Old Widmer’s

Bonchon to Meet With Franchise Prospects at IFA World Franchise Show This September

Bonchon to Meet With Franchise Prospects at IFA World Franchise Show This September

America's Swimming Pool

How America’s Swimming Pool Co. Creates Opportunities for Multi-Generational Business Ownership

Building More Than Pools: How America’s Swimming Pool Co. Creates Opportunities for Multi-Generational Business Ownership

Mosquito Squad Plus

10 reasons to buy a MSP

Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Mosquito Squad Plus Franchise in 2026

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FSC Franchise Co. Launches Limited-Time Franchise Incentive for Beef ‘O’ Brady’s and The Brass Tap

FSC Franchise Co. Launches Limited-Time Franchise Incentive for Beef ‘O’ Brady’s and The Brass Tap

New and existing franchisees can take advantage of reduced franchise fees, first-year royalty relief and grand opening marketing support for qualifying restaurants signed by the end of 2026.

Top 10 Franchise Events in 2026

Top 10 Franchise Events in 2026

Franchise conferences, expos and trade shows offer invaluable education and opportunities for networking with suppliers and other franchise industry experts.

Bonchon Acquired by Minor Food and Serruya Private Equity

Bonchon Acquired by Minor Food and Serruya Private Equity

Bonchon enters its next phase with plans to strengthen its U.S. infrastructure and pursue measured growth across North America and other markets in the Americas.

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