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Indications of a Double-Dip Recession Seen at Valcor - The Business Debt Restructuring & Mediation Services Firm. Small Business Cash Flow Problems at Historic Levels.
The Economy is in Double-Dip Recession! The Economy is Improving! The Economy is Flat! The Economy is... Both the Bulls & Bears are out. The good news is that many of us have learned how to determine what is "spin" and what is fact. Unfortunately, most of what we are seeing in the daily headlines is spin. Politically motivated is the primary reason, but ulterior motives certainly are prevalent. - November 21, 2009 - Valcor Arbitration Services
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
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
Biz Talk - Recession Proofing Your Business
ActionCOACH Michael Washington will be conducting a workshop covering the essentials of running a healthy, profitable business in any economic setting. - November 18, 2009 - ActionCOACH North Carolina
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
Significant Slowdown in Lending Causes Increase in Business Debt Defaults, Says Valcor
No rebound is truly possible if capital cannot be provided by banks to small business. The severe slowdown in accounts receivable are causing loan applications to banks to be turned down. Alternative capital sources now needed and are being provided through Valcor Licensees. - November 17, 2009 - Valcor Arbitration Services
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
WSI Internet Consulting and Education Uses Leading Edge Technology to Enter Luxembourg’s Cogeneration Website Design Field
Franco Prati, Internet Consultant with WSI (We Simplify the Internet), announces today the company’s launch of its cogeneration energy website development project, http://www.energolux.lu. The new site is part of an integrated communications plan for corporate client, Energolux S.A., a... - November 06, 2009 - WSI Internet
Consultancy Franchises Continue to Grow Against Market Trends
WhiteCollarFranchise has experienced increasing interest in the Consultancy Franchises sector, exceeding the levels recently reported that the consultancy market was experiencing growth of 5%. - November 04, 2009 - TotalFranchise
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
Franchise Dream Team to Set New Standards
CanFranGlobal Consultants Inc. is the new name on the franchise block. Bringing together leading professionals from the franchise world, CanFranGlobal is poised to take the North American franchise industry to new levels of standards in consulting and advisory services. Headquartered in Toronto,... - November 01, 2009 - CanFranGlobal Consultants Inc.
Exceptional In-Home Care Franchise Opportunities in the Greater Toronto Area
Premier Homecare Services has exploded across Ontario, Canada over the past 2 years with the addition of 6 franchise locations. It now looks to expand its base in Toronto - Canada's largest metropolitan market. - October 29, 2009 - Premier Homecare Services
USA Insulation Must be Installed Before December 31st to Qualify for 2009 Tax Credit
Homeowners who want to receive their federal tax credit in April need to act now. - October 24, 2009 - USA Insulation
Leading Franchise Resource Launches Newly Designed Websites
After 9 months of researching the needs of users and franchisor clients, TotalFranchise have launched new websites that provides an effective service to all, with the use of latest technology to aid usability. - October 24, 2009 - TotalFranchise
911 Restoration, Inc. Featured on CNN Local Edition News
911 Restoration Inc was featured on CNN Local Edition as a company that is striving even during a struggling economy. - October 22, 2009 - 911 Restoration Inc.
First-of-Its-Kind Nanny School by Absolute Best Care Aims to Set New U.S. Standard for Nannies
Modern Mary Poppins Gets a Whole New Umbrella of Duties. - October 22, 2009 - Absolute Best Care
Franchise Website Bucks the Recession Trend with New Recruit
Established TotalFranchise as a leading franchise resource due to its expansion with the appointment of new Website Marketing Manager Laura Payne. - October 21, 2009 - TotalFranchise
Age and Experience Are Perfect Match for this RetireNet.com Expert Author
You should write about things you’re familiar with. This Expert on Personal Property is a perfect fit. She is in the demographic for which this website was designed, and the knowledge gained through her business experience provides a perfect fit. - October 17, 2009 - Nationwide Inventory Professionals LLC
ActionCOACH Pinellas Hosts Sales Guru and Author, Jeffrey Gitomer, at Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club in December, 2009
Sales guru and popular columnist Jeffrey Gitomer will share his sales wisdom, humor and insights during a two-day seminar series in Tampa Bay, Fla. Dec. 9 & 10, 2009. - October 17, 2009 - ActionCOACH Pinellas
"Partner" On-Call Network Poll Shows That Americans Are Yet to be Convinced Recession is Over
Results of their nationwide poll, concentrating on small and mid size business owners, that asked the question: “Do you see evidence in your locale that the recession is over?” - October 08, 2009 - "Partner" On-Call Network LLC
Dawn Mitchell with G4G Interactive Wins This Quarters ActionCOACH Ownership Award
Dawn Mitchell with G4G Interactive was awarded the Q3 2009 Ownership Award by ActionCOACH, North Carolina. This was the first time a recipient has won this award in Greensboro. - October 04, 2009 - ActionCOACH North Carolina
ActionCOACH Awards Laura Redd and Kerri Sneed the Sytems Award at This Quarters 90 Day Planning Session
ActionCOACH North Carolina is pleased to announce that Kerry Sneed and Laura Redd have won the first Systems award in Greensboro. - October 04, 2009 - ActionCOACH North Carolina
Franchise Mart Shop Guwahati Unveiled to Serve North-East Region
With one more Franchise Mart Shop in Guwahati Franchise Mart India has added one more channel partner in its successful network. - October 04, 2009 - Franchise Mart
4th Annual WSI Excellence Awards 2009
Recognizing Web Design and Internet Marketing Excellence. - October 03, 2009 - WSI Internet
Kneaded Energy Wins ActionCOACH North Carolina Commitment Award
At the third quarter planning session, Bill Norman & Shelley Johnson of Kneaded Energy and Kneaded Energy School of Massage were awarded the Commitment Award. - October 03, 2009 - ActionCOACH North Carolina
ActionCOACH Wayne Rutherford Leads Discussion with Strand Development
Wayne Rutherford, with ActionCOACH, led a time management discussion with top executives from Strand Development - a hotel management organization. - October 03, 2009 - ActionCOACH North Carolina
The Alternative Board Can Help Small Businesses After Disaster
Small Business owners may not know where to turn after they have been affected by a natural disaster. Listed in this release are options to help them get back on their feet. - October 02, 2009 - TAB Boards International
Urbissimo, Inc. Announces the Appointment of European CEO
Michael P. Harden, Chairman and CEO of Urbissimo, Inc. announced today the appointment of Matteo Cascinari as the Company’s new Chief Executive Officer of Urbissimo Europe. Matteo Cascinari is one of Italy’s most preeminent executives with a career that spans the traditional media,... - October 02, 2009 - Urbissimo, Inc.
Mold and Moisture Ebook Released by GotMoldTestKit.com
‘How to Find Mold and Moisture Problems in Your Home and What to Do About Them: Secrets of the Professionals’ - September 30, 2009 - Mycelium Holdings LLC
Renewed Focus on Internet Marketing Profit Centers
WSI International Excellence and Innovation Convention, Orlando 2009 - September 26, 2009 - WSI Internet
1-800-GOT-MOLD? Awards First Franchise in National Expansion Drive
Jeremy Sparks of Hopewell NJ is the New Central New Jersey Representative for 1-800-GOT-MOLD? - September 26, 2009 - Mycelium Holdings LLC
Alternative Energy Companies Strive to be More User-Friendly Online with ElementsGreen
Alternative energy companies, in particular, face unique obstacles because the service they provide can be expensive, invasive and, at times, downright confusing. - September 24, 2009 - Elements, Inc.
Always Best Care Franchise Protects Online Brand by Using ElementsLocal™ Software
With seniors considered the fastest-growing population, America is aging, so it’s no surprise that Always Best Care – provider of in-home care and assisted living placements for seniors – is an increasingly successful franchise anticipated to nearly double its growth in 2010. - September 24, 2009 - Elements, Inc.
Express Medical Transporters Expands to Baltimore
Express Medical Transporters (EMT), the Clayton, Mo.-based professional, non-emergency transportation service, will open its first location in Maryland this month to address the growing needs of greater Baltimore area residents in wheelchairs, seniors and the disabled, special-needs children and... - September 23, 2009 - EMT USA, LLC
Every Franchise Announces the Re-Launch of Their Ten Year Old Web Site
EveryFranchise has been completely re-coded and now has a powerful set of features which bring benefit to both visitors looking for a suitable franchise to buy and franchisors who wish to publicize their franchise opportunity. - September 23, 2009 - Every Franchise
Caerus AG Announces the Appointment of Tanya Fathers as CEO DatingFactory
Caerus Ag announced today the appointment of Tanya Fathers as the CEO of DatingFactory, Caerus’s white label dating division. Tanya Fathers has been in the white label dating industry for many years and brings a great deal of experience and insight to DatingFactory. - September 22, 2009 - Caerus AG
Google Article Has Big Impact on Solar Maid
Google recently released an article detailing the data collected from the cleaning of the solar panels on the Google campus and the results were overwhelming. - September 20, 2009 - The Solar Maid Company
USA Insulation Franchises Grow as Farmers Almanac Warns of Bitter Cold Winter
Demand for Insulation Increases Across the Country in Anticipation of Extreme Temperatures in 2009 & 2010. - September 18, 2009 - USA Insulation
ActionCOACH Mike McConchie Presents Team Building Workshop at Chamber
Join ActionCOACH Mike McConchie at the Wake Forest Chamber to learn how your team can help you build Raving Fans out of your customer base. - September 18, 2009 - ActionCOACH North Carolina
Internet Marketing Profits Now Available to Businesses in Central Wisconsin
World’s Largest Internet Consultants Open Office in Wausau, WI - September 12, 2009 - WSI Internet
Forte Consultancy Group Relocates Its HQ Address to Accommodate Growth
Forte Consultancy Group, a leading management consulting company renowned for its focus on project implementation, announced today that their headquarters has moved to a new office in Istanbul in order to accommodate their growing team. The company will continue to use its UAE office as the GCC... - September 11, 2009 - Forte Consultancy Group
ChirpSpot Social Media Consulting Offers Franchises
In what may be a first, ChirpSpot Consulting, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, announces the availability of franchises in the social media industry. ChirpSpot Consulting social media franchises will follow the ChirpSpot business model, which provides internet and social media consulting and... - September 05, 2009 - ChirpSpot
Heatkeeper Windows Introduces Premium Vinyl Windows and Doors with Built-in Blinds
US consumers now have a choice when it comes to purchasing windows with blinds. Heatkeeper's vinyl windows and doors, touted as a lower-priced option for those seeking the windows with blinds technology, come in 33 colors and are available nationwide. - September 04, 2009 - Heatkeeper Windows
North America’s Largest Interior Design Franchise Company Announces $10,000 Dream Bedroom Sweepstakes
INTERIORS by Decorating Den company chairman, James S. Bugg, just announced the company’s $10,000 retail value 40 Fabulous Dream Bedroom Sweepstakes in celebration of Decorating Den’s 40th business anniversary. The sweepstakes begin September 1, 2009. “I am very pleased to able... - August 27, 2009 - Interiors by Decorating Den
United Shipping Solutions Partners with the U.S. Postal Service
USS announces a Major Partnership with the U.S. Postal Service to increase sales and drive profitability in the small parcel market. - August 27, 2009 - United Shipping Solutions
Solar Maid Makes Big Impact on Solar Industry
The Solar Maid Company has become one of the most recognized brands in the solar industry after less then two years in operation because of their tremendous marketing efforts. - August 27, 2009 - The Solar Maid Company
StartupWiz.biz Offers Free Live Online Startup Clinics
StartupWiz, an online training center for startup and entrepreneurs, now offers free online problem‐solving clinics for entrepreneurs at all levels. - August 25, 2009 - StartupWiz