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"Brain Training" Company Predicts Extraordinary Growth with U.S. Net Promoter Score of 69%

LearningRx far surpasses U.S. companies’ median Net Promoter score of 11%. - October 12, 2006 - LearningRx, Inc.

Industry Expert Launches Definitive Blog For Franchise Community

Site Will Feature News and Commentary and More - October 10, 2006 - Sanderson & Associates

DOTI Announces New Vice President of Stores

Cliff Oxford Brings Expertise in Designs and Product Development to this Newly Created Position. - September 30, 2006 - DOTI Franchising, Inc.

The Franchise Company Acquires Handyman Connection

Handyman Services Good Fit with Home Service Network - September 30, 2006 - The Franchise Company

The Opportunity is Here

New Rapid Refill COO Sees Huge Growth Potential - September 30, 2006 - Rapid Refill Ink

"I Would Not Let Katrina Stop Me"

Business Owner Didn’t Let Hurricane Disrupt Dream - September 30, 2006 - A-Pro Home Inspection Services

Success is All in the Family

With the Franchising Launch of Fast-Casual Concept Pyrogrill, Michael Curcio is Following the Success his Father Found with Tires. - September 30, 2006 - Pyrogrill Franchising Inc.

whichfranchise.com to Exhibit at Birmingham Franchise Exhibition

whichfranchise.com will be exhibiting at this year’s National Franchise Exhibition, held at the NEC, Birmingham on the 6th and 7th October. The franchise exhibition gives visitors the perfect chance to find out more about franchising and the opportunities available. Over 200 franchise... - September 29, 2006 - whichfranchise.com

Looking to Franchise Your Business?

Franchising your business can be a very successful way of expanding your business. Many of today's well-known brands have used franchising to finance and accelerate their growth into world brands. To highlight the growth of new franchises in the UK, whichfranchise.com has revamped its... - September 21, 2006 - whichfranchise.com

Leading UK Website Arrives in Ireland

To accommodate the needs of the growing Irish franchise industry, the UK’s number one online franchise company, whichfranchise, has launched a website catering solely for the Irish market, whichfranchise.ie. Packed with comprehensive, quality information, advice, news and ethical... - September 21, 2006 - whichfranchise.com

whichfranchise and bfa Launch Joint Newsletter

whichfranchise.com, the only website affiliated to the British Franchise Association (BFA), and the bfa have sent out the first edition of their joint franchise newsletter - “Franchise Times.” Sent to the UK franchise industry and thousands of potential franchisees on a quarterly... - September 15, 2006 - whichfranchise.com

Web-conferencing and e-Learning Perfect Match for Franchise Training

Dynamic web-conferencing studio combines with Learning Management System to provide franchise systems with instant production studio. Affordable online training and course-building now within reach of all franchise companies. - September 08, 2006 - webSolve, LLC

Outdoor Lighting Franchise of Tampa Shines on Florida’s Largest Home Show

NiteLites of Tampa Outdoor Lighting Franchise, the Landscape Lighting Professionals an industry leader in the low voltage outdoor lighting business will be on hand to brighten up Florida’s Largest Home Show September 1-4, 2006 at Tampa Convention Center. - August 22, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

New e-Learning System for Franchise Companies

Franchise companies can take advantage of a new web-based e-Learning system for their training programs, webSolve, LLC announced today. Specializing in bringing e-Learning to franchisors, webSolve is now offering the the SCORM-compliant Open Learning Environment system. - August 18, 2006 - webSolve, LLC

e-Learning for Franchisors Focus of New Website - elearning4franchisors.com

e-Learning for Franchisors has arrived. Franchise systems are wasting time and money relying on traditional training methods. 24/7 learning access from anywhere on the planet is a reality...and more cost-effective. - July 31, 2006 - webSolve, LLC

FK Marketing Selects MonaVie to be Its Exclusive Home Franchise Program

FK Marketing Group brings MonaVie and its 19 ways to better health to the marketplace by providing training and support to its team members via high tech and high touch. - July 10, 2006 - FK Marketing

Thresher Group Appoints Franaccounts as “Recommended Accountants”

Thresher Group, the UK’s leading independent drinks retailer, has identified several hundred profitable branches as suitable for franchise. For this structural change, Thresher Group will be offering the services of Franaccounts to all new franchisees with the transition of company owned... - July 05, 2006 - Franaccounts

Central Mortgages Offers Free Advice on Re-mortgaging at Their Newly Re-launched Site

Free advice on re-mortgaging in the UK is being offered by experienced mortgage brokers at www.CentralMortgages.com. - June 20, 2006 - Central Mortgages

"The Counter" Tries to Contain Growth after Launching its Franchise Initiative

After features in GQ and on OPRAH naming The Counter one of the Best 20 Burgers of All Time, demand soars for locations nationwide. - June 15, 2006 - The Counter

The Outdoor Lighting Professionals, NiteLites of Cincinnati / Dayton / Northern Kentucky to Glow at the Eighth Greater Cincinnati New Luxury Home Show

NiteLites of Cincinnati / Dayton / Northern Kentucky will cast an elegant glow at the Eighth Greater Cincinnati New Luxury Home Show June 12th – June 26th. - June 14, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

Six Disciplines Leadership Centers Expand Into Indiana

Signs Agreement to Launch Six Disciplines Leadership Center in Indianapolis - June 13, 2006 - Six Disciplines Corporation

Outdoor Lighting Franchise, NiteLites of Cincinnati / Dayton / Northern Kentucky, Donate Outdoor Lighting for the Concept Home

NiteLites of Cincinnati / Dayton / Northern Kentucky is pleased to announce their participation in the Concept Home Tour, benefiting the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. - June 03, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

NiteLites Franchise Systems, Inc. Announces the Opening of NiteLites of Charleston Outdoor Lighting Franchise in Charleston, SC

NiteLites is an industry leader in the low voltage outdoor landscape lighting field, specializing in both residential and commercial installations, announces its newest franchise NiteLites of Charleston. The new outdoor lighting franchise is locally owned and operated by Randy Greenhill. - May 27, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

NiteLites Franchise Systems, Inc. Announces the Opening of a New Outdoor Lighting Franchise in Central New Jersey

NiteLites is an industry leader in the low voltage outdoor landscape lighting field, specializing in both residential and commercial installations, announces its newest franchise NiteLites of Central New Jersey. The new franchise is locally owned and operated by Doug Antolik. - May 26, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

e-Learning for Franchise Systems Goal of New WSI Franchisee

Franchise systems and other businesses with remote offices and employees can accelerate training while cutting costs with e-Learning systems. Employees and franchisees learn more effectively in the process and the courses can be easily archived for future use. - May 22, 2006 - webSolve, LLC

Outdoor Lighting Franchise, NiteLites of Charlotte Featured in Charlotte’s Urban Home Magazine

NiteLites of Charlotte, The Outdoor Lighting Professionals is featured in the current issue of Charlotte’s Urban Home Magazine’s April thru June Issue. - May 16, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

Exovations Launches Franchise Business throughout Georgia

EXOVATIONS® announced today its official plans to franchise its successful home renovations business in the fastest growing metros in the Southeast. The first franchise opportunities include territories of Albany, Athens, Augusta, Chattanooga, Columbus/Auburn, Dalton, Macon, Savannah and Valdosta. The company expects to grant twenty-four franchise units in the Southeast within one year. - April 28, 2006 - EXOVATIONS

Learn How to Create a Successful Franchise Business on StartupNation Radio May 27, 2006

Jeff Sinelli, creator of the Which Wich? sandwich-shop chain, will reveal how to craft a franchise-friendly business on StartupNation Radio, www.startupnation.com. What: Jeff Sinelli, creator of the highly successful Which Wich? sandwich-shop chain will discuss how to build a franchise startup. - April 28, 2006 - StartupNation

Outdoor Lighting Franchise of St. Louis Provides New Construction Money Saving Tips to Home Owners on the Installation of Low Voltage Lighting

NiteLites of St. Louis offers the following money and time saving steps for those planning on illuminating their new construction. - April 19, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

Outdoor Lighting Franchise, NiteLites of Sarasota, to Help Sponsor Sarasota Area’s Meals On Wheels Annual Charity Event - Tropical Nights

Randy and Becky White, local owner operators of NiteLites of Sarasota are in part sponsoring the event ‘Tropical Nights’ which will be held at the home of Darrel and Mary Ann Turner of Turner Tree and Landscape. The proceeds from this event will benefit the area Meals On Wheels Program. - April 14, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

NiteLites Franchise Systems, Inc. to Funnel Marketing Dollars to Online Lead Generation and Home Improvement Industry Trade Shows for Remainder of 2006

NiteLites an industry leader in the low voltage outdoor lighting field, specializing in both residential and commercial installations, has decided to funnel its 2006 marketing dollars into online lead generation and home improvement industry trade shows to boost franchise development efforts. - April 13, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

Web-Based Franchise Business Broker Offers Discounted Fee; New Selling Option

Web-Based Franchise Business Broker Offers Discounted Fee; New Selling Option

Franchise Buyer Direct, a discount business broker specializing in the sale of franchise businesses, offers a new alternative for those looking to sell their existing franchise business. Unlike traditional business brokers who charge 10% or more and specialize in higher valued businesses, Franchise... - April 05, 2006 - Franchise Buyer Direct

Landscape Lighting Franchise - NiteLites of Middle Tennessee to Glow at the Bloom ‘n’ Garden Expo

NiteLites of Middle Tennessee - The Landscape Lighting Professionals featured at the Bloom ‘n’ Expo April 7th – 9th 2006 at the Williamson County AG Expo Park in Franklin, TN. - April 05, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

Low Voltage Lighting Franchise, NiteLites of St. Louis to Sparkle at the 2nd Annual Builders St. Charles Home and Garden Show

NiteLites of St. Louis – The Landscape Lighting Professionals will be at the Builders St. Charles Home & Garden Show. The event runs from April 28th through April 30th, 2006 at the St. Charles Convention Center in St. Louis, MO. - April 05, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

Outdoor Lighting Professionals-NiteLites of Sarasota to Dazzle at the Sarasota Spring Show

NiteLites of Sarasota – The Landscape Lighting Professionals will be at the Sarasota Spring Show Saturday April 8th, 2006 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday April 9th, 2006 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. The event will be held at the Robarts Arena Sarasota Fairground in Sarasota, Florida. This showcase is sponsored by Herald – Tribune Media Group (941-361-4552). - April 01, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

Outdoor Lighting Franchise - NiteLites of Clearwater to Shine at the Clearwater / St. Petersburg Home and Garden Show April 8th through April 9th at the Harborview Center

NiteLites Outdoor Lighting Franchise of Clearwater / St. Petersburg are pleased to participate at the Clearwater / St. Petersburg Home and Garden Show. This spectacular event will be held at the Harborview Center, 300 Cleveland St., Clearwater, FL, 33757 April 8th through April 9th. - April 01, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

NiteLites Franchise Systems, Inc. Announces the Opening of a New Outdoor Lighting Franchise in Boston, MA

NiteLites is an industry leader in the low voltage outdoor landscape lighting field, specializing in both residential and commercial installations, announces its newest franchise NiteLites of Boston, NiteLites’ first location in the Northeast. The new franchise is locally owned and operated by Andrew Mullahy. - March 30, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

NiteLites of Southeast Michigan to Brighten Spring Home & Garden Show

NiteLites of Southeast Michigan, the Outdoor Lighting Professionals, illuminates this season’s home show – The Spring Home & Garden Show April 7th – 9th 2006 at The Rock Financial Showplace in Novi, MI. - March 29, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

Muckenfuss Named Golden Corral Manager Of The Year

Local Golden Corral Recognizes Terry Muckenfuss. - March 28, 2006 - Golden Corral - Franchisee

See the Latest Trend in Home Improvement at San Diego Interior Design and Landscape Show March 31st – April 2nd 2006.

NiteLites of San Diego will showcase the growing trend in home improvement –outdoor low voltage lighting - at the San Diego Interior Design & Landscape Show March 31st through April 2nd, 2006 at the San Diego Convention Center. - March 28, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

Outside Lighting Company NiteLites of Sarasota Franchise Wins Prestigious Award

The Home Builders Association of Sarasota and Manatee counties recently held their Annual Awards Banquet. NiteLites of Sarasota / Bradenton in conjunction with Todd Johnston Homes was presented with the much sought after “Best Curb Appeal Award” for homes in the $3 million and over category. - March 25, 2006 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

Six Disciplines Leadership Centers Expands into North Carolina

Signs Agreement to Launch Six Disciplines Leadership Center to Service Triad and Triangle Regions. - March 15, 2006 - Six Disciplines Corporation

Dorri Blank to Lead Franchising Effort for Chicago Business Brokerage Firm

Chicagoland Sunbelt, a business brokerage firm, announced today that Dorri Blank has joined their team and will assume responsibility for their franchise program. In this capacity, Ms. Blank will be responsible for the overall strategy and direction of the franchise program, as well as matching... - March 14, 2006 - Chicagoland Sunbelt

Lois Mizzell Named General Manager At Golden Corral

Lenoir General Manager Named General Manager At University Parkway Location. - March 10, 2006 - Golden Corral - Franchisee

WSI Executive to Earn Franchise Certification

First Canadian and youngest woman to be awarded CFE honor. - February 28, 2006 - WSI Internet

Coggins Named Golden Corral Associate Of The Year

Golden Corral Franchise Recognizes Jim Coggins. - February 17, 2006 - Golden Corral - Franchisee

William Bryan Council Named General Manager at Golden Corral

Golden Corral Associate Manager Promoted To General Manager. - February 10, 2006 - Golden Corral - Franchisee

WSI Appoints New VP, Marketing – Franchise Development

WSI, leading e-business solution provider for small and medium sized businesses and the world’s #1 Internet Services franchise is pleased to announce the appointment of Ken Dobell to the position of Vice-President, Marketing – Franchise Development. - January 24, 2006 - WSI Internet

Six Disciplines Corporation Expands Leadership Centers Throughout Ohio

YHY Group Signs Multi-Site Agreement to Launch Six Disciplines Leadership Centers in Cleveland, Cincinnati/Dayton - January 11, 2006 - Six Disciplines Corporation

Local Golden Corral Restaurants Become Smoke-Free

No smoking policy enacted at area Golden Corral Restaurants. - December 30, 2005 - Golden Corral - Franchisee

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