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Franchise In-Sites Guides New Care Concept through Online Lead and Sales Maze
With a diverse collective background of franchising experiences, Franchise In-Sites has propelled newcomer IKOR to exceed their initial growth goals. Online lead generation and new franchisee acquisition doesn't have to be confusing and cost-prohibitive for early-stage franchise systems. - September 23, 2010 - Franchise In-Sites
High Five, DirectBuy of Johnson County Celebrates Five-Year Milestone
For five years, DirectBuy of Johnson County has been offering consumers in the greater Lenexa area a brand new way to save on home improvement projects, home furnishings and accessories. - September 23, 2010 - DirectBuy
Big Al’s Steaks Authentic Philly Cheesesteak Restaurants Announces Opening of First Franchise in Bonyton Beach, Florida
Big Al’s Steaks, the traditional Philadelphia Cheesesteak Sandwich Franchise, is happy to announce the opening of the third Big Al’s Steaks restaurant in the “Boynton Town Center” mall in Boynton Beach, FL. This will be the first Big Al’s Steaks franchise location to... - September 22, 2010 - Big Al's Steaks
Man Cave Becomes Fan Cave for Football Season
In your dad’s day, the “man cave” was the workshop in the garage. Today, it’s typically a finished room in the basement den dedicated to watching sports, possibly relaxing with an adult beverage or two, or the occasional workout. - September 22, 2010 - DirectBuy
Global Businesses Tuned in to Learn How to Increase Their Website Conversions with Proven Landing Page Design Tactics
WSI Conducted a Virtual Training Session This Week Highlighting Common Mistakes and Tested Techniques with Landing Page Design - September 19, 2010 - WSI Internet
Effective Storage Solutions for Your Garage - DirectBuy of Orlando Provides Tips on Garage Organization
As you're tripping over paint cans and bumping into old bicycles, you may not realize that your garage could be the most functional space in the house. - September 18, 2010 - DirectBuy
MEFranchising® Handpicked by Nick N’ Willy’s Pizza to Launch in the Middle East; Fast Growing Pizza Franchise to Open Outlets Across Region
North American Pizza Giant has partnered with franchise experts MEFranchising in order to successfully launch across the Middle East Region. - September 18, 2010 - MEFranchising
Cash Register Systems Selects Vendor Safe Technologies to Deliver PCI-DSS Solutions to Its Merchant Customers
Vendor Safe to provide simplified, low-cost PCI DSS compliance via SaaS - September 14, 2010 - Vendorsafe.com
A 10 in the Valley. DirectBuy of Delaware Valley Celebrates 10 Years in Business.
For 10 years, DirectBuy Club has been offering consumers in greater Delaware Valley a brand new way to save on home improvement projects, furnishings and accessories. - September 12, 2010 - DirectBuy
Tiremax Has Sold Two Franchises in as Many Months
Tiremax gets business rolling by selling their first two franchises immediately after launching their franchise program. These two new locations will bring the total count of Tiremax operations from 11 to 13. - September 10, 2010 - Francorp
The Top Five Global Catering Venues and Green Supply Chains Are Discussed in the September Issue of Food & Drink Digital
Food & Drink Digital, a top digital media source for global food and drink news and information reaching over 155,646 C-Level executives and more than 49,814 companies worldwide, announces the launch of its September issue. The magazine discusses food and drink business news, Green Supply... - September 09, 2010 - WDM Group
Big Al's Steaks Authentic Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches Announces 100% Franchise Growth in Less Than 1 Year
Big Al's Steaks is proud to announce that the lease paperwork has been signed for what will be the fourth Big Al's Steaks restaurant location. - September 09, 2010 - Big Al's Steaks
Verified Franchise Leads Program is Changing the Franchise Industry
John Henning, Founder/CEO, announced today that the Verified Franchise Leads program is changing the way franchise companies do business. In an effort to streamline the process with the 1000's of Franchise Buyer Leads that are generated on the Internet, Mr. Henning created a system that allows franchise companies to focus on the serious candidates instead of weeding through the "tire kickers." - September 07, 2010 - Verified Franchise Leads
Going Once? Twice? DirectBuy of Northern Colorado Members "Sold" on Art Auction
When people hear the words “art auction,” saving a lot of money isn’t necessarily the first thought that comes to mind. - September 04, 2010 - DirectBuy
Nurse Next Door Launches U.S. Franchise Operations
Searching for three founding partners in Washington State - September 03, 2010 - Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
Excalibur Technology Named to 2010 Inc. 5000
Excalibur Technology Named to the 2010 Inc. 5000 List for Third Consecutive Year with Three-Year Sales Growth of 11% - September 02, 2010 - ExcalTech (Excalibur Technology Corp.)
Designing Your Home Office… DirectBuy of Orlando Provides Tips on Setting Up Your Home Office
Not too long ago, the home office meant the corporate headquarters of a company. With more and more people running businesses out of their home or telecommuting to their “day job” a day or more a week, the home office has had to become every bit as functional and comfortable as the cubicle or office at work. - September 02, 2010 - DirectBuy
Deck the Halls, Five Star Painting, Inc. Style
Five Star Painting Now Offers Decorative Holiday Services - September 01, 2010 - Five Star Painting
Metro Centre Teams with Local Entrepreneurs to Get Peorians in the LOOP
LOOP® Cycling Studio is the latest example of the iconic shopping center building local businesses from scratch - August 31, 2010 - Metro Centre
Mr. Transmission and Milex Complete Auto Care Announce Expansion Plans in Houston
Recent statistics show the Automotive Aftermarket Industry experiencing exponential sales growth and economic trends are creating business opportunities. - August 27, 2010 - Moran Industries
Falafoul® to Serve Traditional Arabic Fair Fast Food-Style; New Franchise Outlet Opens Under MEFranchising®
MEFranchising spearheads investments to support the roll-out of Falafoul, one of the first fast food franchises serving traditional Arabic food. The company is increasing the launch rate and anticipates 50 new stores within 5 years. - August 26, 2010 - MEFranchising
Wayne’s Coffee® Selects MEFranchising® to Grow in Saudi Arabia; the First Swedish Food and Beverage Company in the Middle East Opens a Second Unit in Riyadh
Seeking to grow in the Middle East, Scandinavia’s largest coffee chain Wayne’s Coffee turned to MEFranchising to identify the right partner and route-to-market strategy in the region. MEFranchising helps establish and grow international franchise concepts in the Middle East and Worldwide. - August 22, 2010 - MEFranchising
Franchise Growth Systems and Mike’s Master Mechanics Announce New Franchise Opportunities
Franchise Growth Systems (FGS) has teamed up with Mike’s Master Mechanics, a franchisor of full-service automotive repair and maintenance shops, to expand its franchise opportunities throughout the United States. Franchise Growth Systems is offering single, multi-unit, and Regional Developmental franchise opportunities for an automotive repair concept that continues to see steady growth. - August 19, 2010 - Franchise Growth Systems
New Location for Miami Subs Pizza & Grill in Grand Cayman
The Miami Subs in Grand Cayman has moved to a new location on the waterfront. The restaurant is now located at 30 Main Street. Miami Subs first opened in 2006, quickly becoming a favorite among the locals and tourists. This new location will showcase the new image of the Fort Lauderdale-based... - August 19, 2010 - Miami Subs Pizza & Grill
Discovery Point Child Development Centers Launch New Website
Discovery Point recently launched a newly renovated version of their website. The new website, www.discoverypoint.com, has the same features as the previous site, with some notable upgrades as well. The website offers current and prospective parents access to information about Discovery... - August 18, 2010 - Discovery Point
Franchise Marketing Systems Client Franchise Sales
Franchise Marketing Systems is a full service franchise development and franchise marketing sales organization. Franchise Marketing Systems' clients have had a successful 2010 with multiple clients in different industry segments. - August 15, 2010 - Franchise Marketing Systems
Mars Venus Coaching Welcomes a New Life Coach in Melbourne, Australia
Dr John Gray’s amazing insights into gender differences attracted Yvonne Allen to be trained as a Mars Venus Coach and facilitator. By offering a range of seminars, workshops and coaching options on and offline based on Dr Gray’s important work, Yvonne and her Mars Venus team can now... - August 15, 2010 - Mars Venus Coaching
Party City Launches New Franchise in Carmel Indiana
The first Party City store in Carmel offers graduation and summer party supplies, Halloween costumes and accessories, birthday party supplies, and theme party merchandise from the Party City collection. - August 14, 2010 - Party City
Kitchen Helpers - DirectBuy Donates Kitchen Appliances to Trinity Home for Boys in El Monte, California
When it comes to cooking, teenage boys, in general, need all the help they can get. - August 14, 2010 - DirectBuy
EETN and Sharp Complete Successful Installation of TVA Region’s Largest Solar Power Plant; Dedication Ceremony Draws Business Leaders and Top Government Officials
Efficient Energy of Tennessee installs One MW Solar Array using Sharp® Solar Modules Manufactured in Company’s Memphis Plant. - August 12, 2010 - Efficient Energy Of Tennessee
Nature’s Table Café Expanding to Washington, DC
Restaurant entrepreneur Dhvani Vyas has signed a franchise agreement with Nature’s Table Café for the Washington, DC metro market. Founded in 1977, Nature’s Table is a pioneer in health-conscious dining, with 78 restaurants open in 12 states. “Dhvani is proof that the... - August 12, 2010 - Nature's Table Cafe
Dyslexic Therapy Franchise Gets Results with Franchise Gator
Franchise Gator today announced its client, Dyslexia Institutes of America, is currently working four franchise deals as a direct result of the franchisor's partnership with the internet-based pay-for-performance franchise marketing service. Dyslexia Institutes has been listing its franchise... - August 11, 2010 - Franchise Gator
Chino Resident Cynthia Gutierrez Receives Top Service Recognition at DirectBuy Conference
Chino resident Cynthia Gutierrez, a product specialist at DirectBuy of San Bernardino County, was recently recognized as a Top Service Quarterly Champion at DirectBuy’s 2010 International Sales & Service Conference, held May 23-26 in Dallas, Texas. - August 07, 2010 - DirectBuy
Dancia International Showcase Raises 4000 pounds Sterling for Charities
A top dance shop franchise has raised cash for local charities by holding a one day dance event aimed at showing people how dancing can be a fun way of staying fit and active. - August 05, 2010 - Dancia International
Mars Venus Coaching Graduates 11 in Latest Induction Training Class
Mars Venus Coaching held its latest Induction Training Class this month in Las Vegas, Nevada. - July 24, 2010 - Mars Venus Coaching
Play N Trade to Host International Madden NFL 11 Tournament, Offers $7000 in Prizes
Play N Trade stores will be hosting the local rounds of the International Madden NFL Tournament beginning August 21st. - July 20, 2010 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
UNITS Mobile Storage Continues to Give in Support of Local Charities and Events Throughout North Carolina
Container Donations Provide Much Needed Storage for Charities and Festivals - July 18, 2010 - UNITS Mobile Storage
Handyman Matters Arrives on the North Shore
The company is known for small to medium sized home repairs and remodeling services and having outstanding customer service. - July 16, 2010 - Handyman Matters Franchise Corp
The New Revive Energy Mint Scam Blog from Revive Franchising - Sito Marketing LLC
Thinking about buying a business opportunity or franchise? Check out Sito Marketing, LLC and Revive Franchising Scam tip blog before - July 13, 2010 - Revive Energy Mints Franchise - Revive Franchising, LLC
Play N Trade on Pace to Open 30 New Stores in 2010
Play N Trade Franchise, Inc, uses exceptional customer service and a unique retail experience to ensure success. Plans to open 30 additional stores in 2010. - July 13, 2010 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
Achieving Success Through Franchising with Franchise Beacon
Club Tabby business owners are extremely happy with the explosive expansion and expertise Franchise Beacon offers. - July 12, 2010 - Franchise Beacon LLC
Francorp's Client Manny’s Neighborhood Grille is on the Move
Manny's Mediterranean cafe is on the rise in Charleston, SC. By offering high quality Mediterranean food at great price points, this casual dinning space is taking advantage of a down economy. - July 11, 2010 - Francorp
Franchise Beacon's Virtual Franchise Development Department
Franchise Beacon is currently accepting applications from owners of small business concepts in various industry sectors and at different stages in their development for the Virtual Franchise Development Department Program. - July 09, 2010 - Franchise Beacon LLC
Bonus Building Care Receives Ranking from 2010 AllBusiness AllStar Franchise
Bonus Building Care, one of the highest ranked and fastest growing companies in the commercial cleaning franchise industry, has ranked 25th out of 300 companies in the second annual Dun & Bradstreet Digital’s AllBusiness AllStar Franchise list for the “best of the best” for 2010. - July 09, 2010 - Bonus Building Care
Thinking About Buying a Franchise? – "Ask-the-Expert" - Amoskeag Business Incubator
If you’re interested in owning your own business, you might want to explore franchise opportunities as a possible business option. Buying a franchise offers some distinct and immediate advantages such as ease of entry, name recognition, good will, and established products. However, in... - July 09, 2010 - abi Innovation Hub
Fairy Godmother Exec is Offering Affordable Help for Franchisees
Franchisee Business Builder Group Workshop starting August 4th, Spots will fill Fast. Contact them now for more info. - July 07, 2010 - Fairy Godmother Exec
UNITS Mobile Storage Opens New Office in Savannah, GA
New location provides families and businesses more options for relocation and storage. - July 04, 2010 - UNITS Mobile Storage
Nature’s Table Cafe Awarded "Shop of the Month" at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Intl. Airport
Orlando-based Nature’s Table Cafe is pleased to announce that its franchisee, MBC Concessions, Inc. has been named the "Shop of the Month" by the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Concessions Department. The award is given to one food and beverage location each month... - July 02, 2010 - Nature's Table Cafe
Five Star Painting Expands Further into Richmond Hill, Ontario
Five Star Painting, Inc, the fastest growing and largest painting franchisee on the west side of this planet, has added yet again to its burgeoning family. Mike Otani is one of the newest additions. He is heading off projects in the Richmond Hill-Vaughan-Woodbridge area. - July 02, 2010 - Five Star Painting
Grand Opening of Master Franchise in Brazil
Five Star Painting, Inc is unveiling a new master franchise in Brazil, serving the southern, central west and Bahia state areas. The new master franchise will be headed by entrepreneurs Felipe Dellabianca and Felipe Cruz. - July 02, 2010 - Five Star Painting