Covid-19 has changed the way we live, socialize and shop. Today’s consumer is trying new brands and moving out of their comfort zone. Their attitudes, behaviors and purchasing habits are shifting—many of which will remain intact after the pandemic. Brands with the gumption and ability to pivot, and in some cases reimagine their business model, … Read more
The 2020 United States presidential election is scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2020. While there is much debate around the mechanics of how the election will commence during these very unpredictable times, one thing is for certain—advertising will be a challenge. Media will be overrun by the election coverage, and candidates will be buying up … Read more
The 2020 IFA convention in Orlando, Florida, was a whirlwind of networking, knowledge sharing, and inspiration about all things Franch™. Seven of the Hot Dish crew joined thousands of franchisors, franchisees, and franchise consultants to dig into the hot issues and big ideas that are shaping the future of the industry. As a powerhouse franchise … Read more
The IFA Convention is the largest event in Franchising. Every year, thousands of people in the franchise industry come to learn and connect with others. We’ve been in franchising for 20 years and have found the IFA Convention educational and look forward to attending it each year. And there is no better place to immerse … Read more
We’re excited to share a panel that our President and Partner, Jen Campbell, participated in along with Michael Rozman, CEO, and Co-Founder of BoeFly, and Charles Watson, Interim CEO and CDO of Tropical Smoothie Cafe. The panel—moderated by Keith Gerson, CFE President of Franchise Operations and Chief Marketing Officer at FranConnect—addresses the top 10 strategies … Read more
Every year, QSR Magazine—the premier source of news for all quick-service and fast-casual brands—releases the QSR Top 50 List. This list is held in very high regard by the franchising industry as a virtual “best-of-the-best” in franchising. Making it on the QSR Top 50 List is quite an achievement and says a lot about the … Read more
