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HARTLAND, Wis. (APRIL 14, 2025) – Batteries Plus, the world’s leading consumer and business specialty battery franchise, has charged into 2025 with impressive momentum, signing 17 new franchise agreements and opening eight new locations across seven states during the first quarter. With key signings to debut in Hawaii along with expansions in Florida, New Jersey, and Texas, the brand is on pace to have locations open and in development in all 50 states by year’s end.

COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho. (JANUARY 14, 2025)– Pita Pit USA, a distinguished Mediterranean fast-casual brand specializing in made-to-order pita sandwiches, has announced a strategic partnership with Thor's Skyr, an American-made Icelandic yogurt brand. This collaboration marks a significant expansion of Pita Pit's menu offerings, reinforcing its commitment to delivering nutritious, protein-rich options to customers nationwide.

HARTLAND, Wis., (JANUARY 15, 2025) – Batteries Plus, the world’s leading consumer and business specialty battery franchise, has once again earned recognition as one of the top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500®, climbing 20 spots from last year on the world’s premier franchise ranking list. This marks the 31st consecutive year the brand has made the list, an achievement that solidifies its position as a dominant player in the franchise industry. Batteries Plus continues to be celebrated for its exceptional performance in areas such as unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power.

ROCKLEDGE, Fla. (JANUARY 14, 2025) – PIRTEK USA, the nation’s leading provider of hydraulic and industrial hose services, continues its streak of excellence, earning the No. 113 spot on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500® list for 2025. PIRTEK was also recognized as No. 1 in the Hydraulic Hose Services category, cementing its position as the dominant franchise in the industry.

Fan-Favorite Fast Casual Brand Expands Across the Nation in Nebraska, North Dakota, and Maryland

RALEIGH, NC (DECEMBER 17, 2024) – Perspire Sauna Studio, the country’s largest full-spectrum infrared (IR) and red-light (RL) sauna therapy franchise, is excited to announce its expansion into Raleigh, NC, through an eight-unit development agreement with husband-wife duo, Cory and Kelly Hess. The first location is expected to open in early 2025, with additional studios to follow in Raleigh and surrounding areas.

PRINCETON, N.J. (DECEMBER 17, 2024) – Princeton Equity Group ("Princeton"), a private equity firm focused on investing in and growing franchisor and multi-unit companies, is proud to announce four key promotions, reinforcing its commitment to fostering talent and supporting growth within the company.