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New LED Outdoor Lighting System Technology to be Presented by Cincinnati’s Outdoor Lighting Professionals, NiteLites, at the Cincinnati Home and Garden Show
NiteLites Cincinnati outdoor lighting professionals to showcase the latest in outdoor LED lighting systems at the Cincinnati Home and Garden Show March 6th through 14th. - January 11, 2010 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting
Comfort Keepers® Ranked One of the Nation's Top Senior Care Franchises by Entrepreneur Magazine
Comfort Keepers was just ranked one of the nation’s top senior care franchises in Entrepreneur Magazine’s January 2010 top franchise list, known as Franchise 500®. - January 10, 2010 - Comfort Keepers
Dig This® Announces Franchise Opportunities
Distinctive heavy equipment play arena business model now available to entrepreneurs - January 08, 2010 - Dig This
Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas Announces New Chief Operating Officer
Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas, the nation’s oldest cinema-eatery concept showing first-run films - named best movie theater in America by Entertainment Weekly - is proud to announce Craig Paschich as the company’s chief operating officer, a newly created position, effective immediately. - January 08, 2010 - Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas
How to Start a Mobile Car Wash Franchise
How to start a mobile car wash franchise? An idea to start a mobile car wash franchise with Wash My Car. Small investment and high return. People can work part time or full-time. - January 07, 2010 - WASH MY CAR - The mobile car wash franchise
A All Animal Control Grows Support Staff
A All Animal Control is celebrating more than just a new year. A All Animal Control is happy to announce the addition of two new team members to their Charleston headquarters, Stephanie Crowder and Kara Walko. These two new employees are excited to work with each and every franchisee to make A All... - January 07, 2010 - A All Animal Control
Five Star Painting Expands Into Colorado Springs East, CO with a New Franchise
Five Star Painting is happy to announce a new member of their team, Mark Lambert, who recently purchased a new franchise in Colorado Springs East, CO. The Colorado Springs East franchise group provides services to residential and commercial customers in the Colorado Springs East area. Five Star Painting customers can expect quality service in many areas. - January 07, 2010 - Five Star Painting
The Cereal Bowl® Rolls Out Digital Signage
The Cereal Bowl recently opened it’s first all-digital restaurant at 296 George Street, New Brunswick, New Jersey. The location is the second franchise opened by the Florida based company and the first of several new locations scheduled to open over the next few months. It is comprised of... - January 07, 2010 - The Cereal Bowl
Andrew Laurie is the Newest Business Coach for ActionCOACH
Andrew Laurie was in the process of setting up his own business when he found out about ActionCOACH. - January 06, 2010 - ActionCOACH
Capital Corp Merchant Banking Introduces New Website to Assist in Project Financing
For those seeking international project financing and Debt/Equity funding, a new resource that will assist them in their pursuit has come online. - January 06, 2010 - Capital Corp Merchant Banking
Westport - Weston CT Chamber of Commerce Presents January Business BEFORE Hours
The Westport - Weston Chamber of Commerce presents January Business BEFORE Hours Co-Sponsored by ActionCOACH and the Westport Arts Center. The event will be held Wednesday, January 13, from 7:45 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., at the Westport Arts Center, 51 Riverside Avenue, Westport. Jim Malski, founder and... - December 25, 2009 - ActionCOACH of CT
Blenz Gives Customers an Opportunity to Support Maëlle by Simply Enjoying Great Coffee
Blenz Coffee has partnered with Maëlle Ricker, a Squamish‐based member of the Canadian National Snowboard Team, and is launching a new promotion that gives Blenz customers the opportunity to support her throughout the 2009-10 season. - December 25, 2009 - Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd.
Mars Venus Coaching Expands Arizona Team
Mars Venus Coaching recently expanded the Arizona coaching team with the addition of Andrew and Laura Zaplitny. - December 25, 2009 - Mars Venus Coaching
In the Spirit of the Holidays, Roni Deutch and Her Law Firm Launch a Toy Drive for the Sacramento Children’s Home
The Community Action Committee at Roni Deutch, A Professional Tax Corporation has teamed up with the Sacramento Children’s Home to sponsor a holiday toy drive. The firm’s lawyers and employees have been encouraged to collect toys for the drive or make monetary donations to sponsor a snow day for children of the home. - December 20, 2009 - Roni Deutch Tax Corporation
ActionCOACH is an AllBusiness.com All Star
ActionCOACH was named an All Star Franchise and the Top Coaching Franchise for 2010 by AllBusiness.com. - December 19, 2009 - ActionCOACH
Digital Introductions Wins ActionCOACH North Carolina Communication Award
At the fourth quarter planning session, Jan & Stuart McDiarmid of Digital Introductions were awarded the Communication Award. - December 19, 2009 - ActionCOACH North Carolina
A New Approach to Physical - and Fiscal - Fitness
With a Cost-Effective Alternative to Traditional Personal Training, New Fitness Franchisor EduFit Looks to Expand on National Basis - December 19, 2009 - EduFit
First National Urgent Care Franchise Opens in Beaumont to Redefine Healthcare
Business Brains Hope to Change Industry Not Known for Speed or Efficiency - December 18, 2009 - Doctors Express, Buckhead
Mars Venus Coaching Expands to China
Shanghai, China is among the list of international cities where Mars Venus Coaching has opened an office as part of its ongoing expansion. - December 16, 2009 - Mars Venus Coaching
Miami Subs Pizza & Grill Celebrates the Grand Opening of Their Yonkers, NY Location
Miami Subs Pizza & Grill is pleased to announce the grand opening of its latest NY location in Yonkers. The Yonkers Miami Subs Pizza & Grill is located at 815 Yonkers Ave. The Grand Opening is scheduled for Friday, December 18th and Saturday December 19th. There will be a ribbon cutting on... - December 14, 2009 - Miami Subs Pizza & Grill
Defend Yourself Economically in the New Year with a Home-Based Business
Full Safety Armor joins MyFamilyCD IDentification and Safe Warriors 101 Safety Education Curricula together in a Fun, Fitness, and Safety Awareness program to all kids and adults. - December 12, 2009 - Safe Kids Card, Inc
Francorp's Boroian VIP at Asia's Largest Franchise Event
Francorp's Chairman, Don Boroian, recently returned from a successful trip in India where he was the VIP at Asia's largest franchise show. - December 11, 2009 - Francorp
Wash My Car the Mobile Car Wash Franchise Launches the Individual Waterless Car Wash Kit
Solo Wash is the individual waterless car wash kit. You can wash your car: Ecological, Economical and Efficient with the waterless car wash kit for home use from Wash My Car the mobile car wash franchise - December 11, 2009 - WASH MY CAR - The mobile car wash franchise
Mars Venus Coaching Opens Another Office in Poland
Mars Venus Coaching recently opened a second office in Poland. Katarzyna Markowska has established an office in Warsaw and completed the intensive Mars Venus Induction Training in October, 2009. She is now accepting clients throughout Poland. - December 09, 2009 - Mars Venus Coaching
Miami Subs Pizza & Grill to Open New Franchises in December
Miami Subs Pizza & Grill has been an iconic brand in the Southeast for over 20 years. The franchise-based restaurant chain will be focusing their efforts and expanding aggressively in South Florida as well as New York & the Carolinas over the next year. - December 09, 2009 - Miami Subs Pizza & Grill
A All Animal Control Announces Its Newest Office
A All Animal Control specializes in resolving wildlife conflicts in residential and commercial structures. Not only are they capable of removing the nuisance wildlife, they can also follow through by de-odorizing, cleaning up waste, repairing damage, and preventing potential future problems. They stand behind their work by offering a warranty on their repairs against animal re-entry. - December 08, 2009 - A All Animal Control
Crescent State Bank Releases Points 2U Podcast
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that Danielle Beagley, marketing coordinator at the bank, has released a podcast detailing Points 2U, a new rewards... - December 05, 2009 - Crescent State Bank
Fit Customers a Good Fit for Personal Training Professionals Franchise
Achieving fitness goals requires an effective training plan coupled with the motivation and perseverance to carry it out. Owning your own personal training business requires the same things. Investing in a franchise can increase the odds of success because franchises offer a proven business model, turn-key operations and ongoing support. One of the few time-tested fitness franchises that stands out among the rest is Personal Training Professionals. - December 03, 2009 - Personal Training Professionals | PTP Franchise
Senior Magazine Sells Its First Franchise Through Franchise Gator
Franchise Gator today announced its client, SENIOR Magazine Inc., made its first franchise sale as a direct result of their partnership with the internet-based pay-for-performance franchise marketing service. Gary Jacobson, a former PGA Tour player, found SENIOR Magazine on www.franchisegator.com... - December 03, 2009 - Franchise Gator
UNITS Mobile Storage Celebrates Holidays by Giving Back to Local Community
Container Donations Provide Much Needed Storage for Toy and Food Drives - December 02, 2009 - UNITS Mobile Storage
Nurse Next Door Named #1 Employer in BC
Home care franchise system takes top spot at annual awards gala - November 29, 2009 - Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
Aero & Marine Tax Professionals Obtains Sales Tax Exemption for Rainbow Sandals
Rainbow Sandals of San Clemente, CA Get Sales & Use Tax Exemption for Purchase of Airplane - November 27, 2009 - Aero & Marine Tax Professionals
The Mobile Car Wash Franchise Started the Worldwide Expansion
The company Wash My Car is looking for Master franchise and Unit franchise worldwide. Wash the mobile car wash franchise is a new concept in Europe and it means washing the car on the spot where it is parked. The mobile car wash franchise is an ecological mobile car wash service and a green franchise. - November 25, 2009 - WASH MY CAR - The mobile car wash franchise
ROAM Data Closes $8.5 Million in Series B Funding from Eminent Strategic and Private Investors
ROAM Data announced that they have received a strategic investment from Ingenico Ventures and private investors to build out their patented mCommerce technology and service offerings to mobile businesses. - November 21, 2009 - ROAM Data, Inc
Top 100 Global Franchises Report - a Blue-Print for Succeeding in Franchise Business Opportunities
Franchise Direct (www.franchisedirect.com) has ranked the world's most successful franchises in 2009 that performed best in international markets into a Top 100 List. - November 19, 2009 - Franchise Direct USA
Advanced Laser Clinics of Illinois Close Shop
Advanced Laser Clinics of Illinois have shut down all locations early this month. NuU Medspa is offering former clients of Advanced Laser Clinic clients free treatments of laser hair removal to soften the financial burden. NuU Medspa continues to satisfy their customers with excellent customer... - November 19, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Mars Venus Coaching Hires Amy Kamstra as Media Relations Manager
Mars Venus Coaching hires a new Media Relations Manager. - November 19, 2009 - Mars Venus Coaching
From Protecting Our Country to Protecting Our Investments
Retired Air Force Colonel Reports for Duty as HomeTeam Inspection Service Owner. - November 18, 2009 - HomeTeam Inspection Service
Bevinco Partners with Inside Hospitality
Bevinco, the worlds largest on-premise profit control and revenue enhancement service for bars and restaurants, has entered into an informal reciprocal partnership with Inside HospitalityTM, the world leader in guest experience management programs. Both Toronto-based Bevinco and St. Louis-based... - November 18, 2009 - Bevinco
Strategic Planning with the Help of The Alternative Board®
This release talks about Strategic Planning for business owners and how The Alternative Board can provide help to business owners who need to develop a strategic plan. - November 15, 2009 - TAB Boards International
Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas Displays Impressive Fourth Quarter Growth
Cinema-Eatery Chain Opens Two New Locations, Poised for Significant Future Development - November 14, 2009 - Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas
Andy Houck, Stay at Home Franchise Owner, Invited as Guest Speaker at the Alzheimer’s Association Training Event for Healthcare Professionals
Andy Houck, Stay at Home franchise owner, invited as guest speaker at the Alzheimer’s Association’s Eastern Tennessee Chapter’s spring training event, “Caring and Coping, Together we make a Difference,” sponsored by the East Tennessee Area Agency of Aging on November 12, 2009 at the First Baptist Church of Sevierville. - November 12, 2009 - Stay at Home
Over 500 Poker Players Flock to the World Tavern Poker Open 9, Las Vegas, NV
Players from all over the country came to compete in nationals during the World Tavern Poker Open. This season a record number of World Tavern Poker Players attended the event. To say this season’s Open was a success would be the understatement of the year. Elaborate costumes, secret... - November 12, 2009 - World Tavern Entertainment
BusinessOpportunity.com Commands Google Position #1 in 12 Categories, First-Page Rankings in More Than 50
BusinessOpportunity.com is proud to announce that they've attained the top position on Google and other major search engines using the most commonly used key words in the industry. - November 09, 2009 - BusinessOpportunity.com
Fox Business Network to Highlight Spring-Green Lawn Care CEO on Veteran's Day
This Veterans Day, Spring-Green CEO Tom Hofer will be featured on Fox Business Network during its “Fox Business” show. The segment will air between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. EST on Wednesday, November 11th and Hofer will discuss his military background, how it played an integral role in the... - November 08, 2009 - Spring-Green Lawn Care
Nurse Next Door Looks to Provide Safer Living for Local Seniors During National Fall Prevention Week 2009
Offers free home safety assessments to seniors November 23 - 27 - November 06, 2009 - Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
Five Star Painting Expands Into Boston, Massachusetts with a New Franchisee
Five Star Painting Franchise is pleased to announce the opening of a new franchise in Boston, Massachusetts by their newest franchisee team members, Steven Oransky and Carmelina Procaccini. - November 06, 2009 - Five Star Painting
Alaric Works with Oracle to Provide New Consumer Payments Services Hub
Alaric International announced it is teaming with Oracle to combine its state-of-the-art financial solutions to create a new comprehensive offering for the consumer payments market. The product package—the Consumer Payments Services Hub—will enable retail banks and service providers to progressively modernize aging ATM and POS legacy systems while delivering increased profitability, reducing operational costs and expanding existing customer relationships. - November 03, 2009 - Alaric International
From the Dragon's Mouth
One of the country’s most successful young businessmen is offering entrepreneurs who want to copy his achievements a free consultation service. Mikael Anderson is the 22-year-old CEO of Kovati, the London-based private equity and venture capital firm. He is reputedly worth... - November 03, 2009 - Kovati
Protecting Yourself and Your Company from H1N1 with the Help of The Alternative Board
This article is about the H1N1 virus and how to protect yourself and your company. - November 01, 2009 - TAB Boards International