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Sizzler Re-Ignites Franchising.
finance.yahoo.com - With a top-to-bottom overhaul well underway and a new leadership team in place, Sizzler, America’s original family steak house, is again in the franchising business. ... [more] 15 Mar, 2010
Papa Bello to launch fast casual Indian concept.
fastcasual.com - Papa Bello Enterprises Inc. has announced that the company has closed its acquisition of Royal India Express, a San Diego-based fast casual Indian restaurant concept... [more] 15 Mar, 2010
171 Dunkin' Donuts Opened in U.S. in '09.
qsrmagazine.com - Dunkin' Donuts announced strong expansion results for 2009, including the opening of 351 net new locations worldwide and 131 new signed franchise commitments in the U.S. ... [more] 15 Mar, 2010
Shaved-ice truck company growing fast.
cincinnati.com - Franchiser Tony Lamb has watched Kona Ice, a shaved-ice truck company he launched in June 2007, garner national attention recently as being a fast-growing franchise business despite the sour economy. ... [more] 14 Mar, 2010
AvenueWest launches franchise company to expand managed housing.
denverpost.com - Denver-based AvenueWest Corporate Housing has launched a franchise company that will allow real estate professionals to franchise the AvenueWest brand and concept in cities nationwide. ... [more] 14 Mar, 2010
New Multi-Unit Best Practices Conference focuses on teamwork.
franchise.org - Teamwork between franchisees and franchisors is the focus of the IFA Multi-Unit Franchise Best Practices Conference slated for May 23-24, 2010 in Las Vegas. ... [more] 12 Mar, 2010
IFA, supporters boost veterans franchise ownership on Capitol Hill.
franchise.org - Urging Congress to support legislation to help military veterans become franchise small-business owners, the International Franchise Association again took its message to Capitol Hill. ... [more] 12 Mar, 2010
Domino's Pizza Opens 9,000th Store.
finance.yahoo.com - Domino's Pizza, the recognized world leader in pizza delivery, added to that distinction today by opening its 9,000th store. ... [more] 11 Mar, 2010
Franchise Show Chicago Spotlights Many of the Nation's Leading Business Investment Opportunities.
finance.yahoo.com - The 2010 Franchise Show Chicago will have over 50 of the nation's fastest growing franchises on display for aspiring business owners to learn what it takes to be successful in a franchise concept. ... [more] 10 Mar, 2010
Fast-Casual Looks to Buy Quick-Serve Units.
qsrmagazine.com - Shane's Rib Shack is launching a real estate buy-back option for existing quick-service franchisees who own a quick-service restaurant and the real estate, but would rather move to a leasing model. ... [more] 9 Mar, 2010
Health care bills fail small business.
franchise.org - As Congress continues efforts to pass comprehensive health care reform, the International Franchise Association once again urges Congress to put aside the divisive debate... [more] 9 Mar, 2010
Tiremax to start franchising its retail concept.
tirebusiness.com - Tiremax Corp., a family-run tire and wheel retailer with 15 outlets in Texas, has begun franchising its retail concept after more than decade of development and more than three years after it first announced... [more] 9 Mar, 2010
In the Raw Begins Franchising.
qsrmagazine.com - Beautiful Brands International today launched the franchise program for In the Raw Sushi. The announcement coincides with the debut of the brand's new Web site... [more] 9 Mar, 2010
Franchisees suing Cardinal Health over agreements.
finance.yahoo.com - Medicine Shoppe and Medicap pharmacists in seven states sued Cardinal Health in federal court Tuesday, alleging the health care products distributor failed to make good on promises it made when... [more] 9 Mar, 2010
Ex-Dunkin’ Donuts franchisee CFO charged with theft.
libn.com - A Rockville Centre man has been charged with stealing $429,000 from a now bankrupt Dunkin’ Donuts franchisee where he had worked as chief financial officer. ... [more] 8 Mar, 2010
Cold Stone to open co-branded store at Florida Mall.
bizjournals.com - The local franchisee of five Cold Stone Creamery stores in Central Florida plans to relocate and upgrade its existing store on Sand Lake Road into the Florida Mall. ... [more] 8 Mar, 2010
McDonald's Posts Robust Sales.
online.wsj.com - McDonald's Corp.'s reported global same-store sales rose 4.8% in February, above most analysts' expectations, on strong overseas and modest U.S. gains. ... [more] 8 Mar, 2010
Appeal of franchise grows in slow economy.
buffalonews.com - Jobs are still scarce, so the unemployed are reinventing themselves and becoming the majority of new franchise owners, industry sources say. ... [more] 7 Mar, 2010
Wireless Toyz Fraud Verdicts Are In.
clickondetroit.com - The verdicts came in Friday in the first of several lawsuits brought by investors in the Wireless Toyz cellular phone store chain. Eight of the nine charges brought against Wireless Toyz and founder... [more] 5 Mar, 2010
Burger King, franchisees drop soda-rebate lawsuit.
reuters.com - Burger King Corp and its franchisees have agreed to dismiss a lawsuit over the millions of dollars in rebates restaurant operators get from soft drink suppliers, the hamburger chain said on Friday. ... [more] 5 Mar, 2010
Einstein Bros. Bagels Continues to Grow Through Franchising.
rimag.com -Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. is opening new franchise territories nationwide as demand builds among local investors to be part the Einstein Bros. Bagels brand. ... [more] 5 Mar, 2010
Bikinis Sports Bar opening second San Antonio area location.
bizjournals.com - Bikinis Sports Bar and Grill has opened a new restaurant location in the Northeast San Antonio area. ... [more] 5 Mar, 2010
IFA President & CEO elected to small business coalition leadership.
franchise.org - IFA President & CEO Matthew Shay has been elected Treasurer for the Small Business Legislative Council, a coalition of over 50 trade and professional associations that share a commitment to the future of small... [more] 4 Mar, 2010
First TX Mr. Clean Car Wash opening in Round Rock.
bizjournals.com - The Mr. Clean Car Wash is opening its first Texas store in Round Rock next month, creating about 40 jobs. ... [more] 4 Mar, 2010
BK Franchisee Speaks Out.
qsrmagazine.com - Owner of 312 Burger Kings says the company is paying a steep price for “extreme affordability.” ... [more] 4 Mar, 2010
Mazzio's plans national expansion.
tulsaworld.com - Mazzio’s LLC is ready to start franchising its two restaurants across the country after spending the last six months prepping the business. ... [more] 4 Mar, 2010
Massage Elite Begins New Massage and Day Spa Franchise Offering.
pr.com - Kala Group, LLC based out of Scottsdale, Arizona is happy to announce the creation of Massage Elite, a new concept in massage and day spa franchising. ... [more] 4 Mar, 2010
Saladworks plans 8 locations in Orange County, Calif.
bizjournals.com - Saladworks said Wednesday that it has signed an agreement with a developer for eight new Saladworks restaurants in Orange County, Calif. ... [more] 3 Mar, 2010
Denny's shareholders launch proxy fight.
usatoday.com - A group of Denny's largest shareholders are criticizing the restaurant chain's top leaders and plan a proxy fight to add three of their own members to its board of directors. ... [more] 2 Mar, 2010
Shell, Motiva Win U.S. High Court Fight With Stations.
bloomberg.com - The U.S. Supreme Court bolstered the ability of oil companies to change their leases with independent service station owners, ruling in favor of Shell Oil Co. and Motiva Enterprises LLC in a Massachusetts case. ... [more] 2 Mar, 2010
Maid Brigade Announces National Franchise Expansion Opportunities.
finance.yahoo.com - Maid Brigade, the nation's first and leading green-cleaning franchise, announced today the launch of an aggressive growth plan to increase its presence throughout the US. ... [more] 2 Mar, 2010
East Coast Wings & Grill CEO is Now CFE, Too.
qsrmagazine.com - Sam G. Ballas, president, chairman of the board, and CEO of East Coast Wings & Grill, was recognized as a certified franchise executive by the Institute of Certified Franchise Executives. ... [more] 2 Mar, 2010
HCOA, Inc. Invests in Lady of America Franchise Locations.
finance.yahoo.com - HCOA, Inc., an affiliate of TG Capital Corp., a Miami-based private equity firm, has purchased 20 Lady of America (LOA) Fitness Clubs in Puerto Rico and Miami. ... [more] 2 Mar, 2010
Quiznos Carves Out Broader Niche.
online.wsj.com - Quiznos began opening mini restaurants inside filling stations and convenience stores last year and now has 175. The Denver-based company plans to double that number next year and then double it again by... [more] 1 Mar, 2010
New Hooray for Books Franchise Opportunity Targets Moms Returning to the Workforce.
news.yahoo.com - Hooray for Books, one of Metrowest Boston’s most unique programs where children learn to read and cook with a “side of humor”, is now franchising nationally... [more] 1 Mar, 2010
Mr. Sewer Begins Franchising Nationwide.
buildingonline.com - Mr. Sewer made its debut as a national franchise during the recent Pumper & Cleaner Environmental Expo in Louisville, Kentucky. ... [more] 28 Feb, 2010
Lee to buy Carl's Jr., Hardees parent for $619M and debt.
usatoday.com - A private equity firm said Friday that it will buy the company that owns Carl's Jr. and Hardee's restaurants for about $619 million in cash. ... [more] 26 Feb, 2010
More Company Jambas Go the Way of the Franchise.
qsrmagazine.com - Jamba Inc. announced the sale of 12 additional restaurants to experienced franchise operators, with the sale of 10 stores in Salt Lake City, Utah and two stores in Southern California. ... [more] 25 Feb, 2010
Sushi concept launches franchise effort.
fastcasual.com - Austin, Texas-based How Do You Roll? has announced its new franchise effort. The chain has one unit open in Austin and a second scheduled to open there in March. ... [more] 25 Feb, 2010
Home Improvement Site Exposes Franchise Opportunities with Local Businesses.
finance.yahoo.com - Fix the Home, a site that offers advice on remodeling projects and helps homeowners find home improvement contractors in their area, is now a resource for aspiring business owners as well. ... [more] 25 Feb, 2010
Freebirds looks to double in size in 2010.
fastcasual.com - Tavistock Restaurants LLC has announced its plan to expand the Freebirds World Burrito concept in 2010 with 26 new restaurants located in Texas, North Carolina, Oklahoma and Southern California. ... [more] 25 Feb, 2010
Max & Erma’s opens South Dakota restaurant.
moneycentral.msn.com - A Max & Erma’s Restaurants Inc. franchisee has opened the chain’s first South Dakota eatery, marking the brand’s farthest venture west. ... [more] 25 Feb, 2010
Restaurants add Happy Hours to boost bottom line.
usatoday.com - The casual dining industry could use a stiff drink. And so, it hopes, could you. It's rolling out a rash of Happy Hours with bargain prices on booze and appetizers in the midst of an unrelenting industrywide... [more] 24 Feb, 2010
Maid To Sparkle Waives Initial Franchise Fee to Help Economy.
news.yahoo.com - To help individuals with start-up costs, Maid To Sparkle plans to grant its Franchise Awards Program to qualified individuals and organizations. The $25,000 franchise fee will be waived to those who can... [more] 24 Feb, 2010
Drain Doctor remains committed to growth.
peterboroughtoday.co.uk - More than 100 franchisees, staff and guests of Peterborough-based Drain Doctor Plumbing are set to make new commitments to further expand the business at its 16th annual franchisee... [more] 23 Feb, 2010
New owner expands cake choices at Baskin-Robbins.
auburnjournal.com - From motorcycles to ice cream has been a huge career change for the new owner of Auburn’s two Baskin-Robbins stores. ... [more] 24 Feb, 2010
Krispy Kreme’s new franchise owner plans to expand in Charleston market.
charlestonbusiness.com - Krispy Kreme’s corporate office has sold the company’s store on Savannah Highway to a South Carolina-based franchisee who plans to expand in the Charleston region. ... [more] 23 Feb, 2010
Baja Fresh Shows Southern Hospitality in Atlanta.
finance.yahoo.com - Baja Fresh Mexican Grill, the quick-casual fresh Mexican chain, is pleased to announce the grand opening of its first location in Atlanta, GA. ... [more] 23 Feb, 2010
College Hunks Hauling Junk holds franchisee convention.
bizjournals.com - Nick Friedman, president of College Hunks Hauling Junk, and CEO Omar Soliman jumpstarted the company’s two-day annual franchisee conference Sunday by riding into the convention on an... [more] 22 Feb, 2010
Sears will franchise auto centers.
suntimes.com - Sears announced this morning that it will franchise its Sears Auto Center business to auto dealers who have lost their dealerships in the Chrysler and General Motors downsizings. ... [more] 18 Feb, 2010
Senate Jobs Bill Needs More Credit Access Provisions for Small Businesses.
franchise.org - The International Franchise Association and other small business organizations are calling on Senators to include more provisions in new job creation legislation to help small businesses access credit. ... [more] 17 Feb, 2010
Burger King, Franchisees Start Making Nice.
adage.com - After months of public acrimony, Burger King appears to be letting franchisees have it their way. The chain will raise the price of its $1 double cheeseburger, and is working to resolve pending litigation... [more] 17 Feb, 2010
The Dwyer Group Announces Agreement with Sunshine Grounds Care to Franchise The Grounds Guys in the United States.
finance.yahoo.com - The Dwyer Group has announced a business agreement with Canadian-based Sunshine Grounds Care and will market franchises in the United States under the brand of The Grounds Guys. ... [more] 17 Feb, 2010
Breakfast wars: Burger King turns to Starbucks' Seattle's Best coffee.
usatoday.com - Burger King plans to launch a massive new coffee line as it tries to overhaul its breakfast menu and boost its slumping business. The nation's No. 2 burger chain will add Starbucks' Seattle's Best Coffee to all... [more] 16 Feb, 2010
Geeks On Call Strengthens Its Position Since Acquisition.
prnewswire.com - Since the late-fall acquisition by On Call Holdings International, LLC, Geeks On Call has reorganized, refocused and is methodically expanding its reach of businesses and the services it provides. ... [more] 16 Feb, 2010
George W Bush speaks at International Franchise Association convention.
franchise.net.au - Former US President, George W Bush, headlined the recent International Franchise Association convention in Texas and roused the audience in his home state, declaring his support for small business... [more] 15 Feb, 2010
Wireless Toyz trial over franchisee lawsuits underway.
crainsdetroit.com - Plaintiff attorneys could rest their case and defense trial testimony could begin later this week in a lawsuit against Farmington Hills-based Wireless Toyz Inc. and founder-president Joe Barbat. ... [more] 15 Feb, 2010
Tropical Smoothie Café to embark on franchise tour.
fastcasual.com - Top executives of Tropical Smoothie Café will embark on a six-week, 4,000-mile road show to bring the annual company meeting to franchisees in nine different cities. ... [more] 15 Feb, 2010
Shakey's returns to Isles after 30 years.
honoluluadvertiser.com - There won't be live banjo players, but Shakey's Pizza is returning to Hawai'i after a 30-year absence. ... [more] 15 Feb, 2010
Unishippers looks for D.C. franchisees.
bizjournals.com - Unishippers, which partners with carriers like UPS to handle customers’ shipments, is on the prowl for one or several owners to take over the D.C. area. ... [more] 12 Feb, 2010
Hooters Donates $103,731 to Stop Hunger Now and the Haiti Relief Effort.
sunherald.com - Based on a pledge to donate 100% of sales from US and Canadian Hooters Restaurants during the 4th quarter of the Super Bowl XLIV, Hooters is making a donation of $103,731 to... [more] 12 Feb, 2010
Jackson Hewitt Held Vicariously Liable for Franchisee's Actions.
bluemaumau.org - On Wednesday a jury found that franchisor Jackson Hewitt Tax Services must pay a Sarasota dentist $575,000 for his losses in being duped in a broad investment scheme by franchisee Daniel Prewett... [more] 12 Feb, 2010
Meineke franchisee apologizes for ad’s political message.
sunherald.com - The franchisee of a Meineke car care center in D’Ibverille has run an apology in the Sun Herald for having a political message inserted into a recent newspaper advertisement. ... [more] 11 Feb, 2010
Fast-food franchisee files for bankruptcy.
kentucky.com - Treasure Isles Inc., a Lexington-based company that operates franchised Long John Silver's and Fazoli's restaurants outside of Kentucky, has filed for bankruptcy protection. ... [more] 11 Feb, 2010
Ben & Jerry's CEO Resigns.
qsrmagazine.com - Ben & Jerry's CEO and vice president of global brand development, Walt Freese, decided to resign from the company to pursue other business and investment opportunities. ... [more] 9 Feb, 2010
Procter & Gamble expanding Mr. Clean car washes to Chicago.
bizjournals.com - Procter & Gamble Co. is offering Chicago franchises for its Mr. Clean Car Washes, continuing its national rollout of the brand. ... [more] 9 Feb, 2010
McDonald's sales figure rises 2.6% in Jan.
usatoday.com - Value menus and new food options have led to an overall sales increase for McDonald's, despite declining U.S. numbers. ... [more] 9 Feb, 2010
International Franchise Association names Ken Walker Chairman during the IFA 50th Annual Convention.
franchise.org - Kenneth D. Walker, CFE, chairman & CEO of Driven Brands in Charlotte, N.C. is the 2010 Chairman of the International Franchise Association. ... [more] 8 Feb, 2010
Living With Chains.
online.wsj.com - For entrepreneurs looking to buy a franchise, here's one thing to prepare for: culture shock. There are entrepreneurs. And there are franchisees. And they aren't necessarily the same thing. ... [more] 8 Feb, 2010
Dunkin' Donuts Celebrates 60 Years.
qsrmagazine.com - Dunkin' Donuts, founded in 1950, is celebrating 60 years of delicious coffee, donuts, and baked goods, and the brand is inviting customers all around the world to join the party with festivities planned... [more] 8 Feb, 2010
Franchise Association names innovative businesswoman Entrepreneur of the Year.
franchise.org - BrightStar CEO and co-founder Shelly Sun, CFE, was honored today by the International Franchise Association as its Entrepreneur of the Year during its 50th annual convention, conducted in San Antonio. ... [more] 7 Feb, 2010
Franchisees fight for startup cash.
tennessean.com - Want to open your own fast-food restaurant as a franchisee? Be prepared; it may be tough to get a loan even as the idea of acting as one's own boss gains favor among the working class as layoffs and... [more] 7 Feb, 2010
From Company-Owned to Franchised at Jamba.
qsrmagazine.com - Jamba Inc. announced the sale of eight restaurants in California to Swirl Partners LLC, whose principals are David Wagonfeld and Scott Maltz. This sale reflects the company's continuing progress under its... [more] 5 Feb, 2010
Huddle House lowers franchise fees.
nrn.com - Huddle House Inc. has lowered its franchise fees and cut royalty rates to encourage potential and existing franchisees to develop more restaurants for the 400-unit family-dining chain. ... [more] 5 Feb, 2010
Fish Consulting Experiences Significant Growth and Adds New Employees.
finance.yahoo.com - Fish Consulting, Inc., a full-service national communications firm specializing in franchise marketing and public relations, announced today that it has recently promoted Chad Cohen to vice president, hired... [more] 5 Feb, 2010
Famous Dave's franchisee warns of layoffs as sale sought.
pressofatlanticcity.com - The operator of nine Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que Restaurants has notified the state that significant layoffs are possible before the struggling company can reorganize or complete its sale. ... [more] 5 Feb, 2010
New Fantastic Sams Franchisees Are Seeing 20/20 in 2010!
finance.yahoo.com - In this struggling economy and tight credit market, Fantastic Sams is making a radical change by offering some sizable incentives for new business owners located in the Rocky Mountain Region. ... [more] 5 Feb, 2010
Jamba Inc. announces refranchise program progress.
fastcasual.com - Jamba Inc. has announced the sale of eight restaurants in California to Swirl Partners LLC, whose principals are David Wagonfeld and Scott Maltz. The sale reflects the company’s continuing progress... [more] 4 Feb, 2010
Gymboree changes CFOs.
bizjournals.com - Children’s clothing seller Gymboree Corp. made Jeffrey Harris its new chief financial officer in place of Blair Lambert. ... [more] 4 Feb, 2010
Burger King, franchisees clash over $1 burger deal.
miamiherald.com - Numbers tell a different story of whether a Burger King's burger promotion helped boost profits. Franchisees say the promotion doesn't drive enough sales to offset cost. ... [more] 3 Feb, 2010
Starbucks opening small Seattle’s Best franchises.
thenewstribune.com - Starbucks Corp., the world’s largest coffee-shop operator, is adding smaller locations as it expands its Seattle’s Best Coffee franchises in the western U.S. and Midwest. ... [more] 2 Feb, 2010
Mullin Law, PC Announces New Director of Franchise Regulatory Practice.
finance.yahoo.com - Mullin Law, PC, a premier commercial law practice with an emphasis on franchise law, has appointed attorney Maral Kilejian as director of franchise regulatory practice. ... [more] 2 Feb, 2010
Southfield franchisee acquires nine more Buffalo Wild Wings stores.
crainsdetroit.com - Southfield-based Buffalo Wild Wings franchisee Diversified Restaurant Holdings Inc. has acquired nine more Buffalo Wild Restaurants bringing its total store count to 16. ... [more] 1 Feb, 2010
As Sales Drop, Burger King Draws Critics for Courting 'Super Fans'.
online.wsj.com - For five years, Burger King Holdings Inc. was on a roll, successfully courting its "super fans"—18- to 34-year-olds who account for half of all visits to Burger King restaurants. Thanks to high unemployment... [more] 1 Feb, 2010
Red Mango opening 219 shops this year.
bizjournals.com - Dallas-based nonfat frozen yogurt company Red Mango will close to quadruple its national reach this year, opening 219 locations with 42 new franchisees. ... [more] 29 Jan, 2010
Arby's CEO Steps Down, Looks at Becoming Franchisee.
bluemaumau.org - Wendy’s/Arby’s Group, Inc. announced that Tom Garrett, president and chief executive officer of Arby’s Restaurant Group, Inc., is stepping down. ... [more] 29 Jan, 2010
Longtime NYC McDonald's franchisee cashes out.
crainsnewyork.com - A veteran McDonald's franchisee, Irwin Kruger, who owns the 17,000-square-foot McDonald's on W. 42nd St. in Times Square, as well as three others in the city, is selling his stores. ... [more] 29 Jan, 2010
Franchises Getting Upper Hand Over Independents.
kiplinger.com - Franchises are making gains on independents, especially restaurants. By 2013, franchise eateries -- fast food outlets, family sit-down places, etc. -- will outnumber all others. ... [more] 28 Jan, 2010
President's job proposals are a good start, but more is needed.
franchise.org - The IFA today urged Congress to implement many of the small business provisions proposed by President Obama in his State of the Union address and to expedite efforts to increase credit access to... [more] 28 Jan, 2010
More Than Half of 2,800 Rejected Car Dealers Seek Arbitration.
online.wsj.com - More than half of the car dealers rejected last year by General Motors Co. and Chrysler Group LLC have filed claims for arbitration to determine whether they can win their franchises back. ... [more] 27 Jan, 2010
Judge Affirms $16M to Alaska Avis Franchisee.
bluemaumau.org - Last Thursday, US District Judge Timothy M. Burgess issued an order for Avis Budget Car Rental LLC to pay Alaska Rent A Car $16 million in damages, following a jury verdict last October. ... [more] 26 Jan, 2010
Midas franchisee pays nearly $2 Million to settle suit.
centralvalleybusinesstimes.com - The owner of 22 Midas auto shops in the Central Valley and elsewhere in California has agreed to pay $1.8 million in damages, investigative costs and attorney fees, and get out of owning... [more] 25 Jan, 2010
Yoshinoya expands U.S. presence with 99th location.
fastcasual.com - Yoshinoya has announced that it will open its 99th U.S.-based restaurant Jan. 23, 2010, in Escondido, Calif. ... [more] 25 Jan, 2010
CiCi’s Pizza reorganizing to better support franchisees.
coppellgazette.com - Michael R. Shumsky, recently appointed CEO of CiCi's Pizza, announced a restructuring plan to better position the company for growth and success in 2010 and beyond. ... [more] 25 Jan, 2010
Restaurants Begin to Count Calories.
online.wsj.com - Restaurants from Applebee's to Starbucks are pushing new low-calorie menu items in an effort to attract customers who say they want healthier options. ... [more] 22 Jan, 2010
Taco Del Mar files for bankruptcy protection.
seattletimes.nwsource.com - Taco Del Mar Franchising, a Seattle-based chain of Mexican fast-food restaurants, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection today, saying it owes creditors between $1 million and $10 million. ... [more] 22 Jan, 2010
Rent-A-Husband founder pleads not guilty.
seacoastonline.com - The founder of the handyman company Rent-A-Husband pleaded not guilty Thursday morning, Jan. 21, to charges that he deceived and stole from investors and business partners... [more] 22 Jan, 2010
Federal judge tosses suit against Dunkin’ Donuts.
bostonherald.com - A federal judge has thrown out a Vermont man’s lawsuit that alleged Dunkin’ Donuts knowingly set up his Rhode Island franchises to fail. ... [more] 22 Jan, 2010
Beautiful Brands signs 300-unit deal.
fastcasual.com - Beautiful Brands International has announced in a statement the signing of a development agreement with Frozen Dreams Franchise Group to open at least 300 new FreshBerry Frozen Yogurt Cafés... [more] 22 Jan, 2010
McDonald's profit is $1.22B in 4th quarter.
usatoday.com - More hungry diners gobbling its cheap eats helped McDonald's sales and profit grow in its fourth quarter, the company said Friday in an earnings report showing it continued to weather the downturn... [more] 22 Jan, 2010
Fairway Divorce Solutions Opens First U.S. Franchises in California.
news.yahoo.com - Fairway Divorce Solutions, an alternative approach to divorce resolution, has opened its first United States-based franchises in San Diego and Sacramento, Calif. ... [more] 22 Jan, 2010
DLA Piper Picks Top 9 Franchisor Lawsuits of '09.
bluemaumau.org - In a webinar presentation on Tuesday, litigators from one of the world’s largest law firms, DLA Piper, discussed nine cases in 2009 of which franchisors should sit up and take notice. ... [more] 21 Jan, 2010
Burger King Franchisees Can't Have It Their Way.
online.wsj.com - The price of a double cheeseburger is generating a lot of heat among Burger King franchisees. In an ongoing dispute that could affect how the nation's hundreds of franchise organizations set prices, the... [more] 21 Jan, 2010
Paisano's Adds First Franchisee.
qsrmagazine.com - Fouad Qreitem, CEO of Northern Virginia–based pizza delivery chain Paisano's, announced that the Herndon, Virginia, location is now a franchised operation. ... [more] 21 Jan, 2010
Subway test of text ordering promising.
qsrweb.com - Like many consumers, Ford Blakely hates standing in line to place an order when he knows what he wants. Out of that frustration, he founded Zingle, a text-message ordering solution... [more] 20 Jan, 2010
T.G.I. Friday's USA names Lee Sanders president of franchising.
bizjournals.com - T.G.I. Friday’s USA has named Lee Sanders as president of franchising for the restaurant chain. ... [more] 20 Jan, 2010
Blockbuster Shrinks from 5,000 to 3,200 Stores.
bluemaumau.org - Last week Tuesday Thomas Casey, chief financial officer of Blockbuster Inc, discussed the chain's strategy of rationalizing its brick-and-mortar stores to meet fast changing technological advances in... [more] 20 Jan, 2010
Japan crepe chain to open shop.
honoluluadvertiser.com - A popular Japanese fast-food franchise plans to expand to Hawai'i in a move that promises to give many local residents and visitors a different view — and taste — of crepes. ... [more] 19 Jan, 2010
Spicy Pickle sells first Montana franchise.
fastcasual.com - Spicy Pickle announced in a statement that it has signed a new franchise agreement for Billings, Mont., marking the company's entry into the state. ... [more] 19 Jan, 2010
Paciugo planning 100 new shops.
bizjournals.com - Italian gelato maker Paciugo Gelato & Caffè has plans to open 100 new franchise shops within the course of the next year. ... [more] 19 Jan, 2010
Cuban restaurant opens in San Marco.
bizjournals.com - A local man has opened the first franchise of a Tallahassee-based Cuban restaurant company. ... [more] 19 Jan, 2010
Burger King Joins in Help for Haiti.
qsrmagazine.com - The Have It Your Way Foundation, the charitable arm of Burger King Corp., donated $50,000 to the American Red Cross for disaster relief efforts in Haiti... [more] 18 Jan, 2010
McDonald's starts dishing out free WiFi at most of its U.S. restaurants.
engadget.com - McDonald's promised that it would be make its in-restaurant WiFi service available for free in "mid-January" and, right on cue, it's now kicked things open to everyone with a laptop and a fast food craving... [more] 15 Jan, 2010
Yum! Pledges $500,000 to Haiti Relief Efforts.
qsrmagazine.com - Yum! Brands announced that it is directing $500,000 from its World Hunger Relief global effort to provide food for earthquake victims in Haiti. ... [more] 15 Jan, 2010
McDonald's, franchisee announce Haiti quake aid.
sfgate.com - McDonald's Corp. said Thursday that it will donate $500,000 to victims of Tuesday's earthquake in Haiti. The amount will be matched with donations from franchisee Arcos Dorados. ... [more] 14 Jan, 2010
Franchisees Sue KFC to Retain U.S. Marketing Control.
bluemaumau.org - The KFC National Council and Advertising Cooperative, Inc. filed a lawsuit last week against the world’s most popular fried chicken chain after KFC's corporate office made a number of marketing blunders... [more] 13 Jan, 2010
IFA & MFV team up to promote franchising around the globe.
franchise.org - The International Franchise Association and MFV Expositions today announced the two organizations will host U.S. franchise pavilions at top international franchise shows in 2010. ... [more] 13 Jan, 2010
SUBWAY Restaurants Again Named #1 Franchise Opportunity.
finance.yahoo.com - The SUBWAY restaurant chain has again been named the Number One Franchise opportunity, as well as the Number One Global Franchise opportunity, for 2010 by Entrepreneur magazine... [more] 13 Jan, 2010
Applebee's Adds Remodels to Menu.
online.wsj.com - Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar restaurants will soon start undergoing a major facelift with upgraded exteriors, warmer color tones and, possibly, fewer tchotchkes. ... [more] 13 Jan, 2010
Mexican restaurant chain Margaritas scouting new Baltimore sites.
moneycentral.msn.com - Greater Baltimore’s culinary mix will soon get a little spicier. Margaritas Mexican Restaurant is scouting out locations to open four new franchise locations in the Baltimore-Towson metro area. ... [more] 13 Jan, 2010
IFA launches enhanced compliance education program during 50th Annual Convention.
franchise.org - The International Franchise Association will officially launch Fran-Guard™, an expanded franchise sales management and compliance program to help IFA members reduce risks, manage growth and build... [more] 12 Jan, 2010
New and Used Cell Phone Reseller, Cell Again, is Now Franchising.
news.yahoo.com - New and used cell phone reseller, Cell Again, announced today it has begun franchising across North America. ... [more] 12 Jan, 2010
Charley's Grilled Subs opens 400th location.
fastcasual.com - Charley's Grilled Subs will open its 400th location in Memphis, Tenn., at the Oak Court Mall. The benchmark store is set to open Jan. 25 during National Philly CheeseSteak Month. ... [more] 12 Jan, 2010
7-Eleven's Veterans Franchise Plan Signs on First Retailer.
csnews.com - Dennis Wallis is the first veteran to take advantage of the c-store operator's military veterans franchise program, launched last summer. ... [more] 11 Jan, 2010
McDonald’s Names U.S. Chief as Its No. 2 Executive.
nytimes.com - McDonald’s, the fast-food company, said on Monday that it had promoted Don Thompson, the head of its United States division, to become its No. 2 executive. ... [more] 11 Jan, 2010
Franchise War Brewing at Wyndham?
bluemaumau.org - Super 8 hotel owners are up in arms with their franchisor, Wyndham Hotels Group. Hundreds of franchisees have been asking for additional time and flexibility in upgrading an expensive... [more] 9 Jan, 2010
Franchises sue KFC over shift to grilled chicken.
washingtonpost.com - Kentucky Fried Chicken is betting heavily that its grilled chicken is the Next Big Thing. That has angered a coalition of franchise owners, who run most of the restaurants and believe the focus should... [more] 9 Jan, 2010
BBI Concept Opens in Walmart.
qsrmagazine.com - Camille's Sidewalk Café announced the opening of its newest restaurant in a Walmart location in Kissimmee, Florida, on January 18. ... [more] 9 Jan, 2010
SBA Administrator Mills to address IFA Convention.
franchise.org - Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Karen G. Mills will address members of the International Franchise Association during its 50th Annual Convention in San Antonio Feb. 5-8. ... [more] 8 Jan, 2010
After Annual Meeting, Ben & Jerry's Gets to Building.
qsrmagazine.com - Over 175 Ben & Jerry's franchisees, managers, staff, friends, and family members gathered for an annual community service project. ... [more] 8 Jan, 2010
New Year Marks New Leadership For 7-Eleven Franchisees.
csdecisions.com - The National Coalition of Associations of 7-Eleven Franchisees, which represents the owners of 4,583 franchised 7-Eleven stores across the country, recently elected Bruce Maples as its new chairman. ... [more] 8 Jan, 2010
Real-Estate Innovator Took Franchising to a New Level.
online.wsj.com - Art Bartlett wasn't the first to apply to home sales a franchise model more often associated with selling hamburgers, but he was the most successful. ... [more] 7 Jan, 2010
CKE Restaurants key sales figure declines.
sfgate.com - CKE Restaurants Inc., owner and franchiser of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's fast-food chains, said Wednesday that a key sales figure slipped 6.5 percent in December. ... [more] 6 Jan, 2010
Century 21 co-founder Arthur Bartlett dies at 76.
seattletimes.nwsource.com - Arthur E. Bartlett, who co-founded the giant Century 21 real estate company by convincing thousands of independent agents to unite under the brand, has died. He was 76. ... [more] 6 Jan, 2010
Smashburger announces first development deals of 2010.
fastcasual.com - Smashburger has announced that is has signed an agreement with SB Ventures LLC to open five locations in the Northern Colorado and Southern Wyoming region over the next two years. ... [more] 5 Jan, 2010
Subway, soldier settle Dallas franchise dispute.
dallasnews.com - The real estate arm of sandwich maker Subway and a former Army reservist have settled a 2-year-old legal battle in which the reservist was stripped of his Dallas restaurants. ... [more] 5 Jan, 2010
Domino's CEO Stepping Down.
qsrmagazine.com - Domino's Pizza Inc. announced that chairman and CEO David A. Brandon will be stepping down as CEO effective March 7. ... [more] 5 Jan, 2010
NakedPizza signs 50-unit deal.
nrn.com - NakedPizza, the single-unit healthful pizza concept that has attracted heavy-hitting investors, has signed a 50-unit development deal for South Florida, including Miami. ... [more] 4 Jan, 2010
Rising Roll plans express concept for nontraditional locations.
fastcasual.com - Rising Roll Franchising LLC, parent company of the Rising Roll Gourmet sandwich chain, plans to launch an express version of the concept for airport, univeristy and hospital locations. ... [more] 4 Jan, 2010
Kickin' Chicken launches franchise.
charlestoncitypaper.com - The successful local poultry peddler is opening its first franchise in Fayetteville, N.C. The new site will be under a new company, Kickin' Chicken International, with the help of three new partners. ... [more] 4 Jan, 2010
Franchise Industry Professionals Unite in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness & Research.
finance.yahoo.com - In early November, 7 franchise industry professionals involved in WEBB participated in the Susan G. Komen's Breast Cancer 3-Day® 60-mile walk in Dallas, TX. The team was sponsored by 25 franchisors... [more] 4 Jan, 2010
Sunbrook Academy looking for franchisees, plans six centers in Greenville area.
greenvilleonline.com - A company that develops, operates and franchises preschools has selected Greenville County as one of its first expansions out of the Atlanta metro area and hopes to have six schools in... [more] 2 Jan, 2010
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