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Business Launch Party Supports Local Small Businesses
Lk13 Development & Coaching, an Oregon-based company, will be holding a business launch party to announce the introduction of its complete coaching, mentorship and development programs. The function will occur on Saturday, March 3, 2012, from 6:00-8:00pm at Blackbird Coffee in Sherwood, OR. - February 21, 2012 - Lk13 Development & Coaching
Michigan Businesses Finally Get the Help They Need
The World's #1 Business Coaching Firm Sets Up Shop Right Here in Metro Detroit! Michigan, Meet Your Coach, Military Veteran Jason. - February 19, 2012 - ActionCOACH, Jason Radford
Singapore Business Federation and Janus Corporate Solutions Hold Seminar for Representative Offices in Singapore
The Singapore Business Federation in collaboration Janus Corporate Solutions recently held a seminar on business incorporation options for Representative Offices in Singapore that are nearing the maximum 3-year period allowed for Representative Offices. - February 17, 2012 - Guide Me Singapore
WSI Internet Franchise Announces a New Master Franchise Office in Melbourne, Australia
World’s Leading Digital Marketing Franchise Expands Across Australia - February 15, 2012 - WSI
Herbies Auto Sales Partners with Francorp for Nationwide Growth
Herbies Auto Sales has teamed up with Francorp, a franchise consulting and development firm, to expand their services nationwide through a franchise distribution model. - February 12, 2012 - Francorp
Health & Safety Regulations Are Designed to Protect Restaurant Owners as Well as Restaurant Customers, Says Howard Cannon, Restaurant Expert Witness
Restaurant Expert Witness, Restaurant Consultant, and CEO, Howard Cannon encourages restaurant owners and management to take responsibility to ensure, as much as is in their power, that their customers have a sanitary environment and their food is safe to eat. - February 12, 2012 - Restaurant Expert Witness
WSI Internet Franchise Announces a New Regional Master in Northern England
World’s Leading Digital Marketing Franchise Announces New Regional Master in Northern England - February 11, 2012 - WSI
Thought Leaders in Food Specifications Converge on Milwaukee’s Business Community
Solutions Associates Consulting, Inc., owners Helen Austin and Jackie Clark-Muhammad will discuss their successes in forging strategic business relationships with some of the world’s largest food and consumer goods companies. - February 10, 2012 - Solutions Associates Consulting, Inc.
VR Business Brokers Awards Omar Garcia 2011 Most Valuable Intermediary
VR Business Brokers most prestigious accolade, the Most Valuable Intermediary (MVI) award was instituted in 2005 for outstanding performance and leadership. - February 10, 2012 - VR Business Brokers
Solar Maid Launches New Web Site
Solar maintenance made easy with the new user friendly Solar Maid web site. Faster pricing for all janitorial solar services gives solar O&M managers a painless option for costing solar services or long term project budgeting. - February 08, 2012 - The Solar Maid Company
The Growth Strategist Show® Hosts Michael Clauss
Michael Clauss discusses business models and innovation. - February 08, 2012 - The Growth Strategist
Robert Digby Recently a Guest on The Growth Strategist Show®
PAYCHOICE CEO discussed licensing and acquisitions. - February 06, 2012 - The Growth Strategist
ActionCOACH Mike McConchie appointed to the Board of Directors of the Granville County Chamber of Commerce
Mike McConchie has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Granville Chamber of Commerce bringing a rich history in the area in business development and promotion. - February 05, 2012 - ActionCOACH North Carolina
Kazoo and Company Toys and Franchise Growth Systems Announce First Official Franchise Sale; Further Deals in the Works
According to Kazoo and Company Toys’ Brand Manager Scott Jackson of Franchise Growth Systems, paperwork has recently been finalized on a Master Franchising deal, which gives the new franchisee Regional Development rights and territorial primacy, in addition to the ability to act as a lynchpin in the regional brand development of Kazoo. Two more franchising deals are currently in the works. - January 29, 2012 - Franchise Growth Systems
Mr. Ronnie's Famous Hot Donuts Partners with Francorp for Franchise Expansion
The dreams of becoming a nationwide brand are formulating for Mr. Ronnie’s Famous Hot Donuts. The southern donut venture has teamed up with Francorp, the industry leading franchise development and consulting firm, to expand in towns across the country. When asked why Mr. Ronnie’s Famous... - January 28, 2012 - Francorp
Edmonton SIGNARAMA Expands
Edmonton SIGNARAMA Expands and purchases new printer. - January 28, 2012 - United Franchise Group
AmRest Holdings CEO Henry McGovern to Speak at Mullin Law Franchise Conference
Henry McGovern, CEO of AmRest Holdings, SE will be the keynote speaker at the Fourth Annual Mullin Law Franchise Roundtable: Tools for Growth. Joining him will be Tim Schroder, Vice President of Marketing for Which Wich, Glenna Hecht, President of Humanistic Consulting, and Stephanie Russ,... - January 27, 2012 - Mullin Law, P.C.
Francorp Helps Mary Sears Children's Academy Expand Through Franchising
The Mary Sears Children’s Academy is currently in the process of franchising its high end children’s educational concept. - January 26, 2012 - Francorp
WeTidyupUSA Receives 2011 Best of Port Charlotte Award
U.S. Commerce Association’s Award Plaque Honors the Achievement - January 19, 2012 - WeTidyupUSA
WSI Franchise Opens a Master Franchise Office in Switzerland
World’s Largest Digital Marketing Franchise Works to Expand Its Online Advertising Services Across Western Europe. - January 18, 2012 - WSI
New Sign A Rama Ownership in Riverhead
The Sign A Rama in Riverhead, NY is under new ownership and is set to open January 17, 2012. - January 18, 2012 - United Franchise Group
Mullin Law Names New Shareholder Stephanie Russ
Mullin Law, P.C., a premier commercial law practice with an emphasis on franchise law, announced that Stephanie Russ has been named a shareholder in the firm, effective January 1, 2012. By the time she began her legal career, Stephanie had more than a decade of franchising and restaurant... - January 15, 2012 - Mullin Law, P.C.
Koko FitClub Ranks Among Best in Entrepreneur Magazine's 2012 Franchise 500
Koko FitClub made its debut this month in the 33rd Annual Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 rankings. On newsstands now, the ranking is regarded as a listing of the very best in the franchise industry. The Rockland, Massachusetts based company, franchising since 2008, ranked #38 among "Top... - January 12, 2012 - Koko FitClub, LLC
New EmbroidMe Ownership in Muncie
Announcing the new ownership and new location of the EmbroidMe store in Muncie, Indiana. - January 12, 2012 - United Franchise Group
International Franchise Solutions Now Working with Immigration Lawyers to Bring Needed Foreign Business Investment to American Shores
International Franchise Solutions (IFS), an industry leader in franchise development based in Mesa, continues its crusade of aiding American economic stimulus and recovery by working with top immigration lawyers to bring E2 Visa buyers, business developers, and believers in the American way of doing business to our shores. - January 05, 2012 - Franchise Growth Systems
A All Animal Control of Rochester's Owner Named to 2012 Certified Wildlife Management Professionals List
A All Animal Control is pleased to announce that Aaron Baker, owner of A All Animal Control’s Rochester office, has made AAAC’s 2012 Certified Wildlife Professionals list along with 19 other individuals across the country. “I want to thank Aaron Baker for his dedication to A All... - January 01, 2012 - A All Animal Control
A All Animal Control’s Certified Wildlife Professional 2012 List
A All Animal Control is pleased to announce the names and locations of AAAC’s Certified Wildlife Professionals for 2011. A All Animal Control has 36 locations, providing 23 states with the most complete and humane wildlife control service available, while working to preserve the balance... - January 01, 2012 - A All Animal Control
Francorp Looks to Educate the Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow
Francorp Vice President, David Wild, conducted an online seminar to enrolled M.B.A students at the Notre Dame De Namur University located in Belmont, CA. These highly distinguished young entrepreneurs registered in Professor Holtzman’s “Entrepreneurship” class to learn about... - December 29, 2011 - Francorp
Woody’s Bar-B-Q® Trims the Fat for the Benefit of Franchisees and Patrons Alike
National Southern Bar-B-Q Franchise Repositions Itself as a Fast Casual Concept Boasting Smaller Restaurants and Tighter Operations - December 23, 2011 - Woody's Bar-B-Q
Mole and Gopher Management Company Comes to Fairfield and Perry Counties
The Mole and Gopher Pros are pleased to announce the grand opening of their new Fairfield and Perry County Ohio office on December 1, 2011. The Mole and Gopher Pros of Fairfield and Perry County Ohio will be providing these counties with The Most Complete Mole, Vole, Rat & Gopher Control or... - December 23, 2011 - The Mole & Gopher Pros
Rainbow Academy Unwraps the Newest Addition to Its Lineup of Early Learning Centers in Time for the Holidays
New Jersey-Based Early Learning & Childcare Company Cuts the Ribbon and Opens the Doors to its Bergen County Facility in Fair Lawn. - December 23, 2011 - Rainbow Academy
Wildlife Management Office Coming to Phoenix
A All Animal Control is pleased to announce the grand opening of its new Phoenix, Arizona office on January 15, 2011. A All Animal Control of Phoenix will be providing Phoenix Metro-covering the entire Valley of the Sun with the most complete and humane wildlife control service available, while... - December 22, 2011 - A All Animal Control
Big Al’s Steaks Becomes the First Zagat Rated Philly Cheesesteak Restaurant in Florida
Big Al’s Steaks, South Florida’s only authentic Philly Cheesesteak chain, has earned the distinction of becoming the first Philly Cheesesteak restaurant to be Zagat rated in the State of Florida. “We have worked diligently to bring a True Philly Cheesesteak Experience to South... - December 16, 2011 - Big Al's Steaks
New SIGNARAMA Franchise Opens in Pewaukee, Wis.
A new SIGNARAMA store opened December 6, in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, at 601 Ryan St. - December 16, 2011 - United Franchise Group
Franchise Growth Systems and Zoyo Neighborhood Yogurt Announce Franchise Opportunities
Franchise Growth Systems and Zoyo Neighborhood Yogurt present a truly exciting opportunity to run a quality (and very popular) “froyo” business, and have fun in the process of becoming financially independent. - December 15, 2011 - Franchise Growth Systems
ActionCOACH North Carolina Wayne Rutherford Wins High Point Area Builders Association Associate of the Year
Wayne Rutherford has been awarded the Associate of the Year for 2011 by the High Point Builders Association in High Point, North Carolina. - December 15, 2011 - ActionCOACH North Carolina
ActionCOACH North Carolina Recognizes BusinessRICH Graduates - Class of November 2011
ActionCOACH congratulates local business owners who have successfully completed BusinessRICH and are ready to take their businesses to new heights in 2012. - December 11, 2011 - ActionCOACH North Carolina
New EmbroidMe Franchise Opens in Barboursville, West Virginia
The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today a new EmbroidMe store at 6349 Rt. 60 E, Suite 4A (in the plaza with Papa John’s), Barboursville, WV, under the ownership of local resident Shane Day. The store will open in early December,... - December 11, 2011 - United Franchise Group
Patrick Overby Joins ActionCOACH North Carolina in the Asheville and Hendersonville Markets
Welcome to Patrick Overby as he launches a new ActionCOACH office in Hendersonville and Asheville North Carolina. Patrick joins ActionCOACH after building a successful distribution company in the recreational vehicle arena (one of the largest in the world). Now he'll take those skills and help... - December 09, 2011 - ActionCOACH North Carolina
FranchiseHelp Infographic: Franchises and the Economy
New Infographic by Industry Analysts FranchiseHelp.com Reveals True Impact of Franchising on the U.S. Economy - December 06, 2011 - FranchiseHelp Holdings LLC
New EmbroidMe Franchise Opens in Decatur
The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today a new EmbroidMe store at 2526 C Danville Road SW, under the ownership of local residents Kerrie and Terry Hoffner. Before becoming EmbroidMe franchisees, the Hoffners were running a small... - December 03, 2011 - United Franchise Group
New EmbroidMe Franchise Opens in Daytona Beach
The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today a new store at 1808 W. International Speedway Blvd. in Daytona Beach, under the ownership of local resident Diahann Kramer. Before becoming an EmbroidMe franchisee, Kramer was an account... - November 30, 2011 - United Franchise Group
UFG Opens New SIGNARAMA in Smithfield, NC
The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today Jim and Dolores Thorpe are the new owners of the Smithfield store at 721-5 North Brightleaf Boulevard. The store opened under their ownership on September 19. Before becoming a SIGNARAMA... - November 30, 2011 - United Franchise Group
New SIGNARAMA Ownership in Smithfield, NC
SIGNARAMA, the world’s largest sign franchise, announces local residents Jim and Dolores Thorpe are the new owners of the Smithfield store at 721-5 North Brightleaf Boulevard. The store opened under their ownership on September 19. Before becoming a SIGNARAMA franchisee, Jim Thorpe was an IT... - November 30, 2011 - SIGNARAMA
Franchise Growth Systems and Eggfast™ Announce New Franchise Opportunities
Franchise Growth Systems (FGS) and EGGFAST™ are happy to announce a partnership which is creating unique franchise opportunities throughout the United States. - November 30, 2011 - Franchise Growth Systems
SIGNARAMA Celebrates 25 Years of Sign, Advertising and Branding Solutions
Cutting Edge Technologies and Personalized Service Continue to Propel World's Largest Sign Franchise - November 25, 2011 - SIGNARAMA
Mr. Transmission Attends Powertrain Expo 2011
ATRA Convention in Las Vegas, NV welcomes Mr. Transmission of Roseville, CA. - November 24, 2011 - Moran Industries
New SIGNARAMA Franchise Opens in Nashville, TN
United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today that a new SIGNARAMA has opened at 95 White Bridge Road, Nashville, TN under the ownership of local resident Nick Snow. The new store will host a grand opening and open house Friday, December 2 from... - November 23, 2011 - United Franchise Group
New SIGNARAMA Franchise Opens in Reisterstown
The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today a new SIGNARAMA store at 11630 Reisterstown Road in Reisterstown, MD, under the ownership of local resident Rob Dahne. Before becoming a SIGNARAMA franchisee, Dahne had spent 25 years making... - November 23, 2011 - United Franchise Group
New Plan Ahead Events Franchise Opens in Southbank
The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today a new Plan Ahead Events is open at Southbank, Melbourne under the ownership of local resident, Robyn Rogalski. Prior to becoming a Plan Ahead Events franchisee, Rogalski spent seven years in... - November 23, 2011 - United Franchise Group