Franchise Executives

Get the latest news, insights, and intelligence about the Australian franchise industry. This online publication, created by the knowledgeable team at Inside Franchise Business, gives you an in-depth look at Australia’s expanding franchise scene. You'll find updates on news, brand changes, new hires, layoffs, and key trends in the industry. Every year, the Top 30 Franchise Executives report is published, showcasing the influential leaders in the sector.

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Plus Fitness scores 5-star franchise rating

1 week ago | franchiseexecutives.com.au | Sarah Stowe

Plus Fitness is the latest brand to achieve a 5-star franchise rating on the Australian Franchise Rating Scale. The 24/7 gym chain scored its high rating by demonstrating a high level of transparency and a very high level of franchise performance in an independent and fact-based assessment across seven key categories. The Australian Franchise Rating Scale is managed by franchise business intelligence and information advisory business FRANdata Australia.
Jim's offers five free franchises to kickstart Personal Training

1 week ago | franchiseexecutives.com.au | Sarah Stowe

The services-based Jim’s Group has once again struck out into a new industry, announcing Jim’s Personal Training as its newest division. And to accelerate the rollout of Jim’s Personal Training, the business is giving away five franchises for free. Jim’s Personal Training is the latest in a personal services offer that launched with the short-lived Jim’s Beauty division.
Poolwerx founder steps into non-exec role

1 week ago | franchiseexecutives.com.au | Sarah Stowe

Poolwerx founder and executive director John O’Brien is shifting to a new role in the business, a non-executive director’s position. US-based Steven Greenbaum replaces O’Brien and will lead the business as global executive director. Greenbaum is the founder and former CEO of PostNet, and a former chair of the International Franchise Association in the US.
MindChamps signs JV with mega 60-site plan for Victoria

1 week ago | franchiseexecutives.com.au | Sarah Stowe

Early childhood education franchise MindChamps has signed a joint venture deal with JAGM Capital to launch 60 state-of-the-art childcare centres in Victoria over the next six years. David Chiem, founder, executive chair and group CEO of MindChamps told Franchise Executives the major goal is well within reach. “In the metro area alone we can have 30 sites and our target includes regional locations. We can have one in every town,” Chiem said.
Genesis Health & Fitness opens its first Recovery space

2 weeks ago | franchiseexecutives.com.au | Sarah Stowe

Genesis Health & Fitness has unveiled a Recovery space at its Kelmscott site, for its premium members. Recovery is designed to help members recover faster, reduce stress, and enhance their overall health and wellbeing. Treatments include infrared saunas, red-light therapy, meditation pods, massage chairs and recovery boots. The Recovery zone fits a 60-75sqm space, which accommodates more than 10 members at a time. however it can be modified to work in a 50sqm space.
Jetts set to expand in India

2 weeks ago | franchiseexecutives.com.au | Sarah Stowe

The Jetts Fitness brand will launch in India, spearheading its expansion with experienced country partners. Elaine Jobson, managing director and CEO of Jetts Fitness said India represents a “tremendous opportunity” for the brand. “With increasing awareness of health and fitness, our model of convenience and accessibility aligns perfectly with the lifestyle of today’s consumers,” Jobson said. “We are excited to bring Jetts to India and build a strong community of health-conscious individuals.
Hogs Breath Cafe CEO to exit in May

2 weeks ago | franchiseexecutives.com.au | Sarah Stowe

Hogs Breath Cafe CEO Steven Spurgin will leave the business in May after nearly five years in the role. In 2020 Hog’s Breath owners Don Algie and Ginger White, operating as HBC Management, bought back the business and appointed Spurgin as CEO. His role was to maintain continuity while HBCM transitioned into running the system, director Ginger White said in a statement on Spurgin’s departure. White said Spurgin helped guide the company through the pandemic challenges and recovery period.
Fernwood Fitness founder steps into chair role, appoints CEO

2 weeks ago | franchiseexecutives.com.au | Sarah Stowe

The founder of Fernwood Fitness, Diana Williams, is stepping back from daily management and stepping up as board chair after 36 years leading the female gym chain. Belinda Amis Wheaton takes on the CEO role. Williams grew the business from its Bendigo, Victoria, base to a 75-club national chain. On LinkedIn, Williams wrote: “These past 36 years have been an incredible journey—enlightening, rewarding, challenging, and exhilarating.
The Cheesecake Shop hits 250-store milestone

2 weeks ago | franchiseexecutives.com.au | Sarah Stowe

The Cheesecake Shop’s newest franchise location at Sydney’s Marsden Park is a landmark for the 24-year-old sweet treat chain; it’s the 250th store for the brand. The new store is the 47th in New South Wales for The Cheesecake Shop, which has opened 15 bakeries in the last 18 months across Australia and New Zealand, and has more than 10 locations set to open. Scott Bush, The Cheesecake Shop CEO, said the milestone is a testament to the brand’s strength and to its franchisees.
Betty's Burgers boss exits

2 weeks ago | franchiseexecutives.com.au | Sarah Stowe

Troy McDonagh, managing director at Betty’s Burgers, has announced his departure from the Retail Zoo brand. McDonagh wrote on LinkedIn: “After seven of the most incredible years at the helm of Betty’s Burgers, its time for the next adventure”. He described his leadership role as “an honour and privilege”, leading a team aligned to “our core values of passion, integrity, authenticity and genuine hospitality”.