Matthew Liedke is a journalist at Franchise Times. With over a decade of experience, he has extensively covered business, economic development, and franchising, focusing on themes such as restaurants, hospitality, and legal affairs. His work has been featured in Food On Demand, NewsBreak, Franchise Times, and Wahpeton Daily News.
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Matthew Liedke's articles predominantly cover the business and food & beverage industries, focusing on product promotions and private sector announcements. This suggests he would be most responsive to pitches related to new products or services within the food and restaurant industry.
Given his focus on specific brands and their expansions, Matthew may prefer sources with direct knowledge of the companies or products being covered. He could also be interested in insights from marketing experts who can provide commentary on brand strategies, loyalty programs, or market trends within the restaurant industry.
As Matthew does not specify a geographic focus, it is likely that he covers national as well as international stories within these sectors.
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By: Matthew Liedke
After signing on for three of six available central Ohio territories with Mold Medics in March, entrepreneur Michael Creatore noticed his ad dollars were crossing borders into other regions nearby. The solution was buying the rest of the territories with the Threshold Brands concept in Columbus.
By: Matthew Liedke
The American Franchise Act garnered support across the political spectrum, according to a poll conducted by Morning Consultant. In partnership with the International Franchise Association, the survey found 61 percent of Americans backed legislation to codify joint employer rules nationwide.
By: Matthew Liedke
Restaurant365, a management software developer for the food and beverage industry, surveyed more than 400 operators on challenges and solutions in the first half of 2026. Labor and increased costs were common challenges, and operators are turning to everything from better training to higher menu prices to meet needs.
By: Matthew Liedke
This story is part of “Post-Close: An Inside Look at Franchise M&A Outcomes,” a digital series in which Franchise Times revisits past Dealmakers
By: Matthew Liedke
Nearly a year after it was introduced in Congress, the American Franchise Act is advancing on Capitol Hill.
By: Matthew Liedke
Dirty soda concept Swig is set to enter Illinois following a 13-unit deal signing. Husband-and-wife team Derek and Michelle Hincks, who gained franchise experience as operators of Crumbl stores, will
By: Matthew Liedke
Leaders at Hydrate IV Bar long believed the brand was ahead of the curve.
By: Matthew Liedke
Financing for new unit development and lending for acquisitions is still available for franchisees, though the banks providing loans are taking a more careful approach in 2026.
By: Matthew Liedke
Dana Norman had long been interested in entrepreneurship, but her professional career took her down different paths before leading to business ownership.
Jeremy and Elizabeth Aune are Dallas-based franchisees with an entrepreneurial spirit, though restaurant ownership wasn’t something they initially envisioned.
