FRANCHISEBIZ is proud to announce a new collaboration with Columbus Café & Co, one of Europe’s most recognisable and fast-growing coffee shop brands. With its warm, authentic identity and strong French heritage, Columbus Café has built a solid reputation over the past 30 years, offering high-quality coffee, freshly prepared products and a welcoming atmosphere for…
Carré d’artistes continues its international expansion with impressive momentum in Northern Europe. After a first opening in June, the brand launched a second gallery in November—both located in Copenhagen. This double opening, just six months apart, highlights the effectiveness of the Carré d’Artistes model and the strength of its expansion strategy. Copenhagen: A Natural…
BoConcept continues its international expansion with the opening of a brand-new flagship store in Madrid, located in the iconic district devoted to design and architecture. Situated at Calle Velázquez 75, this 350 m², two-floor space now stands among the brand’s most prestigious showcases worldwide. This opening is fully aligned with BoConcept’s premium positioning strategy and…
The 5 Beliefs We Hear Too Often at FRANCHISEBIZ When a brand succeeds with franchising in its domestic market, the desire to expand internationally quickly follows. Inquiries come in, candidates appear, and the temptation is strong to think: “We’ll just replicate the model.” That’s precisely where we see the first pitfalls. At FRANCHISEBIZ, we spend…
Launching a franchise is a unique opportunity to start your own business while benefiting from the strength of a recognised brand. However, careful financial preparation is crucial to ensure the viability of your project. FRANCHISEBIZ presents the key steps to understanding the financial requirements of a franchise project, building your personal contribution, and exploring financing…
In a world increasingly driven by digital advancements, the restaurant industry is undergoing a profound transformation. Digital franchises—brands that operate entirely online and rely solely on delivery services—are rapidly gaining traction. Once seen as a niche concept, they are now recognized as a lucrative opportunity for restaurateurs seeking growth and profitability. But what’s fueling the…
In today’s globalized world, restaurant brands are increasingly looking to expand their footprints internationally. The success of brands such as McDonald’s, Starbucks, and KFC have demonstrated the lucrative potential of international markets. However, expanding internationally involves navigating complex logistical, legal, and cultural landscapes. To achieve successful international expansion, restaurant brand franchisors typically utilize several development…
During the summer, FRANCHISEBIZ had the pleasure to discuss with Edouard Texte, the Spanish master franchise partner of the french fitness leading brand Fitness Park. It is just an amazing franchise story that we are happy to share with you today! Hi Edouard ! Can you introduce yourself to our readers and explain why you…
Since the opening of their impressive first store in Paris on Ile Saint-Louis in May 2021, the new Iris Galerie concept has created a stir, generating curiosity and interest amongst visitors. This innovative retail experience offers every customer the opportunity to immortalise their own iris by transforming it into a piece of art. Thanks to an immersive…
As a new franchise partner, your first step is finding the most suitable place to run your business, for you and your chosen brand. When this vital search phase is launched, there are all kinds of things to consider in order to plan for success. The FRANCHISEBIZ team works with premium global brands and proven…