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Hot Dish Advertising The leading, full-service FranFocused™ and BrandFocused advertising and marketing agency. No matter what the world brings our way.

Bringing strategy, digital and creative expertise to 500+ franchise and consumer brands for 24+ years. We are a full-service advertising agency that can do anything your brand needs to stand out in the crowd. There is a lot of competition out there and to be heard above the din, you need an agency partner that can strategically peel back the layers of white noise and directly engage both the consumer and your franchise prospects.

10/09/2026

Great copy starts with great instincts. Rebecca Marks has plenty of both.

For four years, Becky has brought sharp thinking, curiosity and a whole lot of talent to her role as Senior Copywriter at Hot Dish. She knows when to push an idea further, when to ask the right question and when to jump in and get something across the finish line.

Whether she’s shaping a brand voice, leading creative on set or turning client conversations into copy that just clicks, Becky brings expertise without ego and passion to every project.

She’s also the kind of teammate who rolls with the unexpected, shares what she knows and makes collaborating genuinely fun.

Becky, thank you for four years of smart thinking, trusted instincts and copy that makes people say, “Yep. That’s exactly it.”

10/01/2026

Happy 27th to Hot Dish Advertising!

Twenty-seven years in marketing will teach you a few things.

The channels change. The technology changes. The tactics definitely change.
But in franchise marketing, the hard part hasn’t.

It’s connecting the big brand idea to what happens locally. Bringing strategy and ex*****on together. Creating marketing that works for the brand, the franchisee and the goals they’re both trying to reach.

We’ve been at it since 1999, evolving right alongside the franchise industry while staying focused on the thing that matters most: making marketing make sense.

Here’s to what we build next.

09/24/2026

Results first. Recognition follows.

Hot Dish has once again been voted No. 1 in category on Entrepreneur’s list of Top Franchise Suppliers.
That makes two years in a row at No. 1, four times earning the top spot and nine consecutive years on the list.

But the number that matters most to us? The clients behind the votes.

For 25+ years, we’ve been focused on making franchise marketing work harder across brands, locations and systems. Because awards have never been the goal. Strong performance and franchise growth are.

To our client partners, thank you for your trust. And to Team Hot Dish, thank you for bringing the smarts, passion and hard work that make results like these possible.

No. 1 again. And ready to keep earning it.

https://www.hotdishad.com/blog/hot-dish-named-1-franchise-marketing-supplier/

09/23/2026

Happy two-year Hot Dish anniversary to Ben Novak!

Over the past two years, Ben has become a trusted teammate and an integral part of our media team. As Media Manager, Ben brings the perfect mix of analytical thinking, strategic problem-solving and curiosity to every challenge. Whether he's uncovering new opportunities, optimizing campaign performance or helping teammates tackle the next big project, he's always ready to jump in with a thoughtful perspective and a play-to-win attitude.

Whether the conversation is about media strategy or the latest hockey game, Ben brings the same enthusiasm and team-first mentality.

Ben, thank you for two years of hard work, great partnership and making Hot Dish a better place every day. We're lucky you're on our team.

09/18/2026

Friday Franch Fact:

According to Marketing LTB, franchise systems with centralized brand guidelines can reduce marketing inconsistencies by more than 40%.

But the bigger takeaway isn't the percentage. It's what makes consistency possible in the first place.

Brand guidelines should not only tell franchisees what's allowed but also make the right ex*****on easier. Clear direction reduces guesswork. Franchisees know what they can use, where they can adapt and how to stay on brand without waiting for an answer at every turn.

Good brand guidelines protect the brand. Great brand guidelines help people use it.

Where do your brand guidelines leave the most room for interpretation?

09/08/2026

Open the doors.

Lead the team.

Serve the customer.

Support the community.

Do it all again tomorrow.

That's what franchisees do every day.

Franchise Appreciation Day may have been this weekend, but our appreciation doesn't end there.

Thank you to the franchisees who lead with passion, invest in their teams and strengthen the communities they serve. Your dedication is what turns a great brand into a great customer experience.

Know a franchisee or team making a difference? Give them the recognition they deserve in the comments.

09/04/2026

Today we're celebrating Riley Rassman's fourth anniversary at Hot Dish!

As AE, Riley brings curiosity, strategic thinking and a genuine passion for helping clients succeed. She's always looking for ways to add value, asking thoughtful questions and finding solutions that move projects, partnerships and brands forward.

Just as importantly, Riley is the kind of teammate everyone loves working with. She's collaborative, positive and always ready to jump in. And somehow, she always has the best manicure in the office.

Riley, thank you for four years of partnership, positivity and the impact you've made across Hot Dish. We're lucky to have you.

08/25/2026

A franchise development website has one job: turn interest into action.

That takes more than great design.

It takes clear storytelling. Intuitive navigation. Mobile-first thinking. And a user experience built to guide qualified candidates through every step of the decision journey.

That's exactly what we set out to create with the new A&W Restaurants, Inc. franchise development website.

Built for conversion. Designed for growth. Ready to help the A&W team attract and engage the next generation of franchise owners.

Take a look at the new site and let us know what you think: https://awfranchising.com/

08/19/2026

Two years in, Abigail Mitchell has become a trusted partner to our clients and an invaluable member of our client services team.

Abigail is known for asking the right questions, bringing thoughtful solutions and helping clients move forward with confidence. Her ability to build lasting relationships, keep things in perspective and make everyone around her feel supported is just as valuable as the expertise she brings to the table. And while she takes the work seriously, she never misses an opportunity to bring a little humor to the day.

Abigail, thank you for two years of leadership, dedication and the positive impact you've made on our clients, our team and our culture. We're lucky to have you on the Hot Dish team.

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