Papa John’s International Inc. is looking to grow domestically in 2012, after celebrating the opening of the company’s 3,000th North American restaurant in 2011. The Louisville-based pizza chain has announced its 2012 Development Incentive Program, which includes no franchise fee and a royalty waiver for up to 18 months.
“Our brand is poised for continued growth in 2012,†Papa John’s founder, chairman and CEO John Schnatter said in a news release. “We are proud to offer this Development Incentive Program to help franchisees grow with us.â€