Category: Franchising

Could Popeyes Chicken Fly in China? Student Leaders Explore During International Business Case Competition

GSU CIBER hosted student teams from 14 minority-serving institutions for the 2025 International Business Case Competition.

Could Popeyes’ signature Cajun-style fried chicken be a hit in China?

That was the question student teams were asked to tackle during Georgia State University (GSU) Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER)’s recent International Business Case Competition.

State’s Welcome Mat for Korean Investment Paves Way for CJ Foodville’s Gainesville Bakery Plant

CJ Foodville is building a Gainesville factory to supply the 1,000 Tous les Jours stores it plans to open in the U.S. by 2023.

Editor’s note: This commentary was written by CJ Foodville USA President Tony Hunsoo Ahn. Georgia has a nearly unmatched record in creating jobs for state residents by attracting investment from… Continue reading State’s Welcome Mat for Korean Investment Paves Way for CJ Foodville’s Gainesville Bakery Plant

Korean Bakery Chain Plans Large Gainesville Factory to Support Ambitious U.S. Growth

A rendering of the new CJ Foodville facility that will churn out 100 million frozen pieces per year.

The Korean company behind a fast-growing bakery chain with a French name is spending $47 million to build a Georgia baked goods factory supporting its U.S. franchise push.  CJ Foodville… Continue reading Korean Bakery Chain Plans Large Gainesville Factory to Support Ambitious U.S. Growth

Canadian Coffee Chain Tim Hortons Plans 15 Stores in Georgia 

A Tim Hortons location between Quebec City and Montreal in the province of Quebec had its dining room closed to outside guests and was only taking orders in the drivethru. Photo: Trevor Williamssd

Ubiquitous in Canada but so far limited in its American presence, the iconic coffee and snack chain Tim Hortons is making a foray into Georgia, arguably the top hub for… Continue reading Canadian Coffee Chain Tim Hortons Plans 15 Stores in Georgia 

Inspire Brands Aims to ‘Supercharge’ International Franchise Growth With New Hire

Frank Sickelsmith is the new chief development officer of international for Inspire Brands

Building on recent global growth including newly opened Arby’s restaurants in southeastern Mexico and the first Baskin-Robbins ice cream shop in Morocco, Atlanta-based Inspire Brands is bringing in a new… Continue reading Inspire Brands Aims to ‘Supercharge’ International Franchise Growth With New Hire

Chick-fil-A, Krystal Ease Into Caribbean Franchising With Puerto Rico Locations

Chick-fil-A opened its new location in Bayamon, Puerto Rico, March 3.

Two Atlanta brands are using Puerto Rico as a beachhead for expanding their restaurant concepts into the Caribbean — and perhaps beyond. Chick-fil-A, the Atlanta-born chicken sandwich chain still growing rapidly in… Continue reading Chick-fil-A, Krystal Ease Into Caribbean Franchising With Puerto Rico Locations