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WSI Launches an Advanced Digital Marketing Franchise Model
The World’s #1 Internet Marketing Franchise Introduces a ‘Digitized’ Business System for all New Franchisees - May 16, 2010 - WSI Internet
Freshii Signs Second Multi-Unit Development Deal for San Francisco
Freshii, a Chicago based fast casual chain known for its modern, hip vibe and convenient, healthy and delicious meals and snacks, has signed its second San Francisco franchise agreement in the past six months. - May 14, 2010 - Freshii
Handyman Matters Opens New Location in the Lewisville, TX Area
New business greets Lewisville and surrounding communities; offering Handyman services. - May 13, 2010 - Handyman Matters Franchise Corp
Handyman Matters Arrives in the Tallahassee Area
New business greets Tallahassee and surrounding communities; offering Handyman services. - May 09, 2010 - Handyman Matters Franchise Corp
UNITS Mobile Storage of Charlotte Donates Container to Support Children’s Miracle Network
Industry Leader in Portable Storage Gives Back to Queen City - May 09, 2010 - UNITS Mobile Storage
Play N Trade Franchisee Offers New Yorkers a Unique Gaming Destination with New Store Opening
Play N Trade Franchise, Inc, the fastest growing video game franchise worldwide, is excited to announce a new store opening in Plainview, NY. Michael Weissberg, who opened his first location in February, attributes his venture into the gaming industry to Play N Trade’s comprehensive business... - May 08, 2010 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
UNITS Mobile Storage of San Diego Donates Portable Container to Support The Smile Train’s "Smiles 4 Miles" Donation Campaign
Industry Leader in Door-to-Door Mobile Storage Gives Back to Community - May 08, 2010 - UNITS Mobile Storage
Franchise Solutions Adds a Trusted, Leading Retailer to Its’ Directory of Big Opportunities
Sears Home Appliance Showroom chooses to promote their franchise on the Franchise Solutions online directory to reach their expansion goals. - May 08, 2010 - Franchise Solutions
Revive Energy Mints Sets Up Distributor in Beautiful Medford, Oregon
Revive Energy Mints opens a new franchise in Medford, Oregon in a push to develop a presence in the top 20 healthiest states. - May 07, 2010 - Revive Energy Mints Franchise - Revive Franchising, LLC
Second Annual World Tavern Trivia Nationals a Huge Success
Three things happen when you bring 25 of the best World Tavern Trivia teams together to compete for $10,000: A Lot of drinking, Great Fun and one hell of a close race. The 2010 World Tavern Trivia National Championship was a total home run bringing over 150 people and 25 teams to Harrah’s in... - May 07, 2010 - World Tavern Entertainment
UNITS Mobile Storage Family Trio Purchases $1.2 Million Warehouse
21,000 Square Foot Structure Breathes Life Into Local Economy. - May 07, 2010 - UNITS Mobile Storage
Franchise Gator Releases List of Top Rated Franchises
The list highlights leading franchises and awards "World-Class Franchise" certification based on data gathered from confidential surveys regarding franchisee satisfaction. - May 07, 2010 - Franchise Gator
Trained by the Corporate World, Stephen Chiama is Now an ActionCOACH Business Coach
Stephen Chiama is the newest business coach to join the ActionCOACH team in Virginia. - May 07, 2010 - ActionCOACH
Play N Trade Stores Enjoy a Fruitful First Quarter
Play N Trade Franchise, Inc, the fastest growing video game franchise worldwide, is excited to announce that for the first quarter of 2010 store sales were up 1.4% compared to that of 2009, while industry sales as a whole were down 7.1%, according to NPD sales data. In addition to overall... - May 06, 2010 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
HostGee.com Opens New Office in Saudi Arabia
HostGee Launches Saudi Arabia Operation - Move Reflects Demand from HostGee’s Saudi Customers for Additional Services. - May 04, 2010 - Hostgee Cloud Hosting
Miami Subs Opens Restaurant in Clemson, SC
South-Florida based Miami Subs Pizza & Grill has opened in Clemson, South Carolina. - May 01, 2010 - Miami Subs Pizza & Grill
New Franchisee for Pals4Pets
Pals4Pets has a new franchisee, Helen Alvarez, who from 1 June will be providing Pals4Pets professional pet care services in South-West London. Helen will be looking after existing and new clients in Battersea, Clapham, Wandsworth and Putney. Helen was won over by the professionalism and... - May 01, 2010 - Pals4Pets Limited
Five Star Painting Expands Into Fairfield County, CT with a New Franchise
Five Star Painting, one of the fastest-growing painting franchise companies, is happy to announce a new member of their team, Paul Polese. He recently purchased a new franchise covering cities in Fairfield County, Connecticut. Polese is excited about all of the possibilities available with Five... - April 30, 2010 - Five Star Painting
Father and Son Entrepreneurs Support Play N Trade’s International Expansion with New Store
Play N Trade Franchise, Inc, the fastest growing video game franchise worldwide, is excited to announce that father and son team, Robert and Shane Poon have opened their first Play N Trade in Bowmanville, ON, Canada. Shane Poon, who oversees the store’s day-to-day operations, has been a... - April 29, 2010 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
Abrakadoodle-Singapore Participates in International Franchise Workshop
Franchisee-Franchisor relations are highlighted during presentations and panel discussions. - April 29, 2010 - Abrakadoodle, Inc.
Fourth TITLE Boxing Club Opens in Prairie Village, Kansas
The first franchise for the company opens two years after brand-new business was launched in Johnson County, Kansas. - April 28, 2010 - TITLE Boxing Club
Snap Fitness Celebrates Grand Opening in Smithtown, NY on May 1st Starting at 10am
Fast, convenient, affordable health club offers limited-time free-enrollment offer - April 26, 2010 - Snap Fitness of Smithtown, NY
WSI Franchisees in Central UK Now Have an Area Representative
Local Franchisees Will Have an Additional Business Support Channel through an Area Rep - April 25, 2010 - WSI Internet
Abrakadoodle's Kids' Imagination Project to Premiere at Art Whino Gallery
Children's art creations from around the globe will be exhibited at a special Abrakadoodle reception event on Friday, April 30, 2010 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Art Whino Gallery, National Harbor, Maryland. Event is open to the media and the general public. - April 24, 2010 - Abrakadoodle, Inc.
Play N Trade Franchisee Uses Customer Service and Social Networking to Rival Competing Stores
Play N Trade Franchise, Inc, the fastest growing video game franchise worldwide is excited to announce a new store opening in Chicago’s Six Corners shopping district. Ernesto Ayala celebrated his store’s grand opening in March and utilized social networking sites to boost store... - April 24, 2010 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
Abrakadoodle-NW Florida Franchise Brings Creative Conservation to Destin Green Fest
Abrakadoodle students create art for display; Destin Green Fest proceeds to benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast. - April 24, 2010 - Abrakadoodle, Inc.
Nevada Unemployment is at an All-Time High; BusinessCoaching.com Aims to Help
ActionCOACH, the world’s number one business coaching firm headquartered in Las Vegas, launched a business coaching blog aimed at small business owners. - April 22, 2010 - ActionCOACH
Raising Funding the Primary Concern for Potential Franchisees
Leading franchise resource website TotalFranchise.co.uk has conducted research and found that raising funds for initial investment is still the primary concern for potential franchisees. - April 22, 2010 - TotalFranchise
Virginia Play N Trade Franchisee Finds Success in Small Demographic, Plans to Open Two More Stores
Play N Trade Franchise, Inc, the fastest growing video game franchise worldwide, is excited to announce that Front Royal, VA franchisee, Will Lawrence is planning to open his second location in Warrenton, VA in June. Lawrence opened his first store in July of 2008 in an area with a population of... - April 21, 2010 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
Abrakadoodle Programs Rate High in Consecutive Years
2010 Survey of U.S. School & Site Administrators Reveals Highly Satisfied Abrakadoodle Customer Base. - April 21, 2010 - Abrakadoodle, Inc.
LED Source Franchise Meets with Franchise Interviews on BlogtalkRadio.com Wed. April 21st @ 10AM EST
LED Source Franchise Meets with Franchise Interviews on BlogtalkRadio.com Wed. April 21st @ 10Am EST. - April 21, 2010 - FranchiseInterviews.com
Rachael Gavoni Pres. of Scoop It Ice Cream Shops Promotes New Franchise Opportunity
Entrepreneurs across the country are finding out what makes a successful business in this economy: ties to the community, easy-to-execute business plans. - April 21, 2010 - Scoop It, Inc
Advantis International Announces Innovative Global Barter Program to Help Companies Increase Sales and Reduce Expenses
Newly launched barter finance program provides a new way to grow your business. - April 19, 2010 - Advantis International Inc.
Sanderson & Associates Publicity Specialists Will Represent West Coast Franchise Expo
Sanderson & Associates, a Chicago-based PR firm specializing in franchising, has been chosen by Paramus-based MFV Expositions to publicize its West Coast Franchise Expo which will take place November 5-7 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Sanderson & Associates, founded in 1984, is the... - April 17, 2010 - Sanderson & Associates
The Mobile Car Wash Franchise Launches a Big Promotional Offer in 2010
Wash My Car - The Mobile Car Wash Franchise is a turnkey business and everyone can begin immediately, with no previous automotive experience, with minimal investment and with high return potential. - April 16, 2010 - WASH MY CAR - The mobile car wash franchise
Handyman Matters Has Been Serving the North Houston Area for 6 Years & Continues to Take Care of Local Residents
Bob Mabry, owner of Handyman Matters in North Houston, says “We pride ourselves in taking care of customers and giving them qualified and trustworthy craftsmen to work with on their home repairs and improvements.” - April 16, 2010 - Handyman Matters Franchise Corp
Elevation Burger Releases iPhone App
Fulfilling the craving of an organic, grass-fed burger with fresh fries cooked in olive oil has never been so easy. Elevation Burger, an Arlington, Va.-based organic burger concept, just unveiled a new iPhone application, compatible with iPhone, iPod touch and iPad, which allows guests to order... - April 15, 2010 - Elevation Burger
Nurse Next Door Recognized Among Canada's Best Workplaces of 2010
Home care franchise system named among country's top 75 in Globe and Mail. - April 15, 2010 - Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
Handyman Matters of Wichita Wins Multiple Awards at 2010 National Franchise Convention
The awards include President’s Award of Excellence and Market Penetration Award. - April 09, 2010 - Handyman Matters Franchise Corp
Academy of Broadcasting Ranked at # 33 Amongst the Top 100 Franchise Options in India
The Academy of Broadcasting is very proud to announce that it has been ranked at position # 33 amongst the Top 100 Franchise opportunities in India. - April 09, 2010 - Academy of Broadcasting
A All Animal Control Corporate Charleston Office Moves to New Location
Spring brings growth and renewal to more than plants and animals; A All Animal Control's Charleston Corporate office has moved to a larger, more convenient location. This new space will allow A All Animal Control to support both clients and A All Animal Control franchise owners in new unique... - April 07, 2010 - A All Animal Control
Play N Trade Store Owner Purchases Third Franchise License and Doesn’t Plan on Stopping There
Play N Trade Franchise, Inc, the fastest growing video game franchise worldwide, is pleased to announce that Steve Stevens of Phoenix, AZ has purchased his third franchise unit. Stevens credits his success to a combination of store location, marketing and customer service. “Customer service... - April 06, 2010 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
Five Star Painting is Ranked in the Top 20 by Franchise Times
Five Star Painting, the world’s fastest-growing painting franchise company, received an outstanding award from Franchise Times. Five Star Painting was recently ranked No. 16 for the Fast 55 in 2010. - April 03, 2010 - Five Star Painting
Columbus, GA Play N Trade Sees Success with New Store Design
Play N Trade Franchise, Inc., the fastest growing video game franchise worldwide is happy to announce the grand reopening of its Columbus, GA store complete with Play N Trade’s new store design. Store owner Michael Henry reopened the doors of the Columbus store earlier this month and has... - April 01, 2010 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
FranChoice’s CEO Shares Insight on Fox Business Network’s Franchising Panel
Jeff Elgin, CEO of FranChoice, Inc., the premier network of franchise referral consultants, spoke on a panel of franchise experts with Dagen McDowell and Tracy Byrnes, hosts of Fox Business Network’s “Your Questions, Your Money.” These franchising experts shared their perspectives... - April 01, 2010 - FranChoice, Inc.
Miami Subs to Host Family Fun Day in Pembroke Pines Saturday, March 27th, 2010
Pembroke Pines Miami Subs Grill will host day of family-friendly activities this Saturday. - March 26, 2010 - Miami Subs Pizza & Grill
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Announces North Carolina Expansion Plans
Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants Inc. has signed its first ever State Wide Area Development Agreement with a Franchisee, GMW Carolina, Inc. Dickey’s working with GMW Carolina, Inc plan to expand into major markets throughout North Carolina. The agreement covers not only selling franchises... - March 25, 2010 - GMW Carolina, Inc
Play N Trade to Attend and Sponsor 2010 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference
Play N Trade Franchise, INC, the fastest growing video game franchise worldwide, is excited to announce that not only will it be attending the 2010 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference but will also be a sponsor for the event. From March 24th-26th, one of the only conferences in the nation focused... - March 23, 2010 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
Franchises for Africa: the Focal Point for Online Directory of Franchises Exclusively Thriving in Africa
Entrepreneurs in Africa can benefit from the opportunity that the Franchises for Africa is giving through its online directory of franchises globally yet can thrive exclusively in the African markets - March 21, 2010 - Franchises For Africa
Bevinco Announces Partnership with Top Bar Industry Web Site
Bevinco, an independent profit control and revenue enhancement service for the hospitality industry, is announcing its partnership with TheBarBlogger.com. The new alliance will foster growth and enhance information sharing throughout the hospitality community. Barry Chandler, aka The Bar Blogger,... - March 21, 2010 - Bevinco