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Starbucks Australia picks Gelatissimo CEO for top job
Braeden Lord has held senior leadership roles in franchising for more than 20 years.
Business
KFC unveils Colonel’s Spice House pop-up
The pop-up celebrates the limited-time return of KFC's Hot & Spicy menu.
SMEs may see record-long payment times by December
The average time for outstanding invoices to be paid is 38 days.
F45 launches flexible workout ‘passport’
F45 listened to member feedback for its latest initiative.
Growth & Innovation
Six recent tech developments that SMEs should know
There have been interesting developments in the tech space in the past week that could pot...
Strong Pilates ramps up US growth with 100 studios goal
Aussie brand Strong Pilates is well on the way to achieving a 100-studio target in the US....
Chemist Warehouse unveils first Dubai store
The larger format store is open from 8am to 12am.
Industry & policy
TGI Fridays reportedly mulling Chapter 11 to restructure business
The company has closed at least 12 locations in the past month.
BoQ franchisees question buyout price in bank’s buy-back plan
The buy back plan is a reversal of plans announced earlier to increase the branch numbers.
United Petroleum ex-operator faces court
The FWO has already filed three legal actions alleging workplace breaches at other United ...
People & HR
Knight Frank appoints APAC CEO
The new boss has more than 25 years' experience in real estate.
Starbucks Australia picks Gelatissimo CEO for top job
Braeden Lord has held senior leadership roles in franchising for more than 20 years.
Raine & Horne’s Max Raine inducted into FCA Hall of Fame
A posthumous induction for Raine & Horne leader Max Raine.
Franchise recruitment
Tereza Murray Franchising agency launches franchise model
TMF franchise partners don't need licensing or franchising experience.
Melbourne franchising expo draws record crowds
Exhibitors included international groups from Malaysia, Taiwan and the Philippines.
Clark Rubber lowers franchise establishment costs
Two new measures are designed to lower financial barriers to franchise ownership.