International
International franchise opportunities and global expansion are heating up, with American brands growing abroad and foreign brands opening franchised units in the U.S. Investing in the international business arena can be highly rewarding, but is not for everyone as laws, cultures, and even diets vary widely. Learn from franchisees and franchisors who have navigated these challenges successfully.
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Our February roundup of international franchise news travels to Belgium, Canada, England, Japan, and Mexico.
- Kevin Behan
- 2,443 Reads 5 Shares
With thriving economies, cultural fit, and market demand, Middle East countries offer attractive opportunities for international expansion
- Joe Lewis
- 3,219 Reads 4 Shares
Growth of QSRs and multi-brand ownership create opportunities for franchise growth in Canada
- Kevin Winters
- 7,225 Reads 23 Shares
Chain looks to become a global brand by entering new markets and expanding international presence
- Kevin Behan
- 7,714 Reads 6 Shares
Examining the franchising challenges and opportunities of top European countries
- Rebecca Viani
- 5,509 Reads 14 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
- Kevin Behan
- 2,466 Reads 3 Shares
The best international master franchisees combine operational experience, local market insight, and shared plans for growth
- Sam Rothschild
- 3,178 Reads 8 Shares
New group to serve as master franchisee for global brands looking for US growth
- Kevin Behan
- 2,900 Reads 7 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
- Kevin Behan
- 2,868 Reads 5 Shares
Our December roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, England, Japan, Mexico, Qatar and the U.S.
- Kevin Behan
- 2,398 Reads 3 Shares
Here's a guide to resources and strategies for franchisors looking to expand internationally
- William Edwards and Robert Jones
- 4,949 Reads 3 Shares
Addition of restaurants in the UK is the first step of a $1 billion investment to expand in Europe and Asia
- Kevin Behan
- 9,825 Reads 16 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
- Kevin Behan
- 3,426 Reads 3 Shares
Our November roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, Greece, India, Poland, Taiwan, Tanzania, and the U.S.
- Kevin Behan
- 2,480 Reads 4 Shares
Having passionate, talented local franchisees and providing a system of training and support is an essential part of international franchise expansion
- Jade Winter
- 2,516 Reads 14 Shares
Successful international expansion maintains brand standards while adapting to individual country market dynamics
- Dave Carney and Sander Van den Born
- 3,676 Reads 3 Shares
Restaurant chain has commitments for 10,000 additional global units
- Kevin Behan
- 5,691 Reads 2 Shares
Our October roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, China, Dubai, England, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the U.S.
- Kevin Behan
- 3,398 Reads 4 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
- Kevin Behan
- 2,630 Reads 2 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
- Kevin Behan
- 3,018 Reads 1 Shares
International franchise expert provides alternatives to barriers restaurants face with European expansion
- Rebecca Viani
- 2,634 Reads 6 Shares
Qdoba executive shares thoughts on factors to consider when expanding internationally
- Jeremy Vitaro
- 4,373 Reads 4 Shares
Our May roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, England, Germany, Puerto Rico, and the U.S.
- Kevin Behan
- 2,102 Reads 4 Shares
In other countries, franchise units can be found in exotic spots
- William Edwards
- 4,130 Reads 7 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
- Kevin Behan
- 3,666 Reads 2 Shares
Navigating the challenges and opportunities that come with expanding a brand to the European market
- Rebecca Viani
- 3,836 Reads 29 Shares
Chain's international business earns more than $1 billion in systemwide sales
- Kevin Behan
- 11,721 Reads 4 Shares
Our May roundup of international franchise news travels to Australia, Canada, England, Egypt, France, Guatemala, Philippines, and the U.S.
- Kevin Behan
- 2,531 Reads 2 Shares
After having success with Logiscool, Dana Bănică takes on another challenge
- Kevin Behan
- 4,323 Reads 7 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, and trends
- Kevin Behan
- 3,531 Reads 3 Shares
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