Private equity firm Maple Park Capital Partners announced Thursday that it bought a majority stake in Rita’s Italian Ice. Read the full story at QSR Magazine. January 9, 2025
Jersey Mike’s Subs, a leading franchisor of fast-casual submarine sandwich stores known for its fresh sliced and fresh grilled subs, announced today it has reached an agreement whereby private equity funds managed by Blackstone – led by Blackstone’s most recent...
VIO Med Spa, a leading franchisor of full-service med spas, today announced that it has partnered with Freeman Spogli, a strategic growth investor in the consumer services and franchising industries. VIO’s senior management team, led by Chief Executive Officer...
The addition of Salty Dawg, a dog grooming concept, brings Loyalty Brands to eight franchises. The acquisition bolsters the pet division of Loyalty Brands, said Hewitt, as Salty Dawg joins mobile grooming business Zoomin Groomin. See the full story at Franchise Times...
Sycamore Partners, a private equity firm specializing in consumer, distribution and retail-related investments, today announced that it has acquired Playa Bowls, a rapidly expanding franchise restaurant concept, from Tamarix Equity Partners and other investors. Since...
