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Laura Michaels

@FTLauraMichaels

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

 Minneapolis, MN
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Joined September 2013
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Franchise Times@FranTimes19 Oct 2024
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. bit.ly/3A0dXcl
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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. franchisetimes.com/franchise…
Louisiana Arby’s Franchisee Cites Weak Sales in Bankruptcy Filing

Louisiana Arby’s Franchisee Cites Weak Sales in Bankruptcy Filing

A longtime Arby’s franchisee that filed for bankruptcy in June called out low sales, tax refund delays and poor acquisition demand as it looks to reorganize the business.

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Franchise Times@FranTimes1 Jul 2024
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. bit.ly/3KMY4b6
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Franchise Times@FranTimes2 Jul 2024
Large multi-unit deals are a rarity for quick-service seafood concept Captain D’s. bit.ly/3VEE14U
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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. franchisetimes.com/franchise…
Orangetheory Franchisees Form Independent Association to Address Low Membership Growth

Orangetheory Franchisees Form Independent Association to Address Low Membership Growth

The Team Orange Independent Franchise Council says many 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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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. franchisetimes.com/franchise…
Bankruptcy for 48-unit Subway Franchisee Comes Amid Wrongful Death Suit

Bankruptcy for 48-unit Subway Franchisee Comes Amid Wrongful Death Suit

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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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. franchisetimes.com/franchise…
Xponential Fitness Removes Its CEO as Federal Investigation Expands

Xponential Fitness Removes Its CEO as Federal Investigation Expands

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, the company announced May...

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Franchise Times@FranTimes21 Apr 2024
Franchise sales conferences and channels appear to have more energy than ever. But net unit growth remains essentially flat. Why? bit.ly/4cA0Vkl
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Franchise Times@FranTimes24 Apr 2024
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. bit.ly/3uWp83q
Longtime Franchisees Aim to Leverage Experience to Grow Chop5

Longtime Franchisees Aim to Leverage Experience to Grow Chop5

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

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. @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 foodondemand.com/04192024/we…
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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 franchisetimes.com/franchise…
Large Sonic Operator Adds Zaxby’s With Acquisition of Legacy Business

Large Sonic Operator Adds Zaxby’s With Acquisition of Legacy Business

After selling its Little Caesars and Meineke businesses in separate transactions within the past four months, Guernsey Holdings is back on the buy side. The California-based operator of multiple...

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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 franchisetimes.com/multi-uni…
MLB, NFL Athletes Back Emerging Acai Franchise Raining Berries

MLB, NFL Athletes Back Emerging Acai Franchise Raining Berries

Edwin Jackson threw a 149-pitch no-hitter for the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2010, won a World Series the following year with the St. Louis Cardinals and holds the distinction of playing

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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. franchisetimes.com/franchise…
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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: lnkd.in/dgwtVuDm #FODC2024
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Justin McCoy@jambam050629 Aug 2023
A BIG thank you to @FranTimes & @FSNLauraM for the September issue cover & feature on @cousinssubs & our partnership with @Donald_Driver80!! #TeamCousins ~ franchisetimes.com/franchise…
NFL Legend Donald Driver Gives Cousins Subs an Edge as It Revives Growth

NFL Legend Donald Driver Gives Cousins Subs an Edge as It Revives Growth

After building what CEO Christine Specht calls a “second foundation,” Cousins is renewing expansion efforts while embarking on a joint ownership venture with the former Green Bay Packers star.

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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” lnkd.in/gxHdRi5q
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Franchise Times@FranTimes17 Aug 2023
High Bluff to Buy 81 Hardee’s From Former Franchisee bit.ly/3semKmP
High Bluff to Buy 81 Hardee’s From Former Franchisee

High Bluff to Buy 81 Hardee’s From Former Franchisee

Private investment firm High Bluff Capital Partners is buying 81 Hardee’s restaurants from a franchisee that filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in May.

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Franchise Times@FranTimes17 Aug 2023
Olympic Swimmer to Open Goldfish Swim School Franchise in Florida bit.ly/44cxi39
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Restaurants Use Customer Data to Deepen the Guest Experience bit.ly/45TlrZP
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Franchise Times@FranTimes15 Jun 2023
Zoom Room CFO Signs Dog Training Franchise’s Largest Multi-Unit Deal bit.ly/3JfDcbU
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