Contents

Cover Story

8 Crunch Fitness: a Proven Formula with a World class system

In every issue

6 Franchising News Announcements from the Industry

42 A-Z Franchise & Services Directory

Franchisor in Depth

12 Floozie Cookies: Oakscale and TGP Partner to Bring stuffed Vegan cookie Brand Floozie cookies to the US and Canada.

16 Pinot’s Palette: rapidly Growing Franchisor enters Canada and Plans expansion as Franchiczar acquires Pinot’s Palette

32 Stagecoach Performing Arts: a franchise that weathers the storm

Have Your Say

26 Andy Ruff: The value of a community rewards program for grocery franchisers to boost retention and give back to the community

38 Reshift Media: The Top 5 Franchise digital Marketing Trends for 2023

Women in Franchising

22 Laser Clinics: signs Canadian media personality Natasha Gargiulo as brand ambassador to help support Canadian growth.

Ask the Expert

Mo Chaar: how restaurants can leverage tech to thrive during times of economic uncertainty

Franchisee in Action

34 Minuteman Press: Moose Jaw Co-Owner Roy LaBuick receives Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Medal for outstanding service in Saskatchewan

Franchise in Focus

28 Wayback Burgers: Passion Meets success for Franchisee in canada with Wayback Burgers

Expert Advice

10 Wayne Maillet: how to spot a strong Franchise system

14 David Banfield: Getting old and trending up

18 Edward (Ned) Levitt and Richard Schuett: Options for Growing a Franchise system

24 Paul Linenberg: Finding the right Franchisee for your company

30 Lori Karpman: sustainability in Franchising

36 Andrew Carter: economic Outlook