A Craigslist ad for used donut equipment became the starting point for a 147-location franchise.
Alex and Amanda Gingold turned a single mall kiosk in Philadelphia into DonutNV, a mobile donut franchise that's now preparing for international expansion. Their approach has always been about more than just growth. They brought manufacturing in-house, built strong training systems, and made supporting franchisees the foundation of everything they do.
From partnering with Donald Driver to raise $167,000 for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee to helping franchisees solve real operational challenges, the Gingolds have shown that building a lasting franchise means putting people first.
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Saving a few hundred dollars on trademark filing can cost you your entire brand.
Kathryn Ng explains why do-it-yourself trademark applications often backfire. Misclassified goods, incorrect first use dates, filing under the wrong owner. These aren't minor paperwork issues. They can void a trademark completely, making it unenforceable when you need it most.
A federally registered trademark provides nationwide exclusive rights, legal presumption of ownership, and protection that strengthens your entire franchise system.
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The Importance of Securing a Registered Trademark in Franchising A strong trademark is the foundation of every successful franchise system. Each franchise
Thinking about selling your corporate locations to franchisees?
Matthew Wizmur recently spoke with Franchise Times Magazine about the strategic considerations behind refranchising. Major brands like Burger King are shifting to asset-light models, even when their corporate stores are performing well.
"The main benefit is you have franchisees who are excited, just like they would be if they were opening a new location. They're excited to get into the system and to continue the growth that has already been established by the corporate outlet."
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Refranchising Isn’t for Everyone, but Brands Can Be Smart About Letting Go
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In 2024, after Restaurant Brands International purchased Carrols Restaurant Group, Burger King had plans to update and refranchise about 600 of Carrols’ 1,000-plus locations. In 2025, plans remained...
Thank you to the organizers of the National Franchise Show for a great weekend in Toronto!
Tom Spadea presented on 'How to Franchise Your Business' and we had valuable conversations with Canadian franchisors exploring US market expansion. If you're considering bringing your brand to the United States, learn more about our international franchising services: f.mtr.cool/TBTBSAEWXI
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We're heading to Toronto this weekend for the The National Franchise Show - USA. Our franchise attorneys, Tom Spadea and Elliot Boerman will be there January 17-18 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. If you're a Canadian brand thinking about US expansion, stop by and talk through what that process actually looks like. See you at the show!
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